13 Things About Double Pushchair You May Not Have Known

Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around with a light double pushchair, especially if you have children of varying age groups. They're typically simple to fold, steer and carry up and down the stairs.

This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. It also has a clever frame that can expand in width to take a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs that we test are side-byside models and are best suited for children who can sit up on their own because they tend to be lacking car seat integration. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent choices. They have recline that can be adjusted for both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They are also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint. They are ideal for parents who worry about fitting through doors.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands in width to accommodate a second seat, which makes it lighter than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side on the market. It is able to pass through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transportation. It also doubles as a jogger which is great when you're planning to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's also available in a variety of exciting colors.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more flexibility and customization thanks to its modular frame. It features a clever design that allows you to convert it into a single stroller or a double by incorporating two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It is a practical option for families that are growing. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, most fashionable and stylish strollers available.

If you're looking for a more compact lightweight double, try the egg2 which folds down to the size of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single double by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers loved how sleek and simple it was to handle even when loaded with children.

Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -when your children are at the same age or stage, they may still fight over who gets to ride in which seat. If they're at different heights, a tandem model could be better for them, as it lets them look at each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are more suitable for siblings of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own charms.  double pram pushchair  can fit an extra car seat, while others have Reversible seats. Some even come with an extra carrycot or a reclined seat that can be flipped in the middle. They are more spacious and easy to get in and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than the ones found on buggies that are single. They also have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows as well as a cup holder for parents and cushioned leg cushions for the children.

The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. The fabric is a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. While it requires some practice, Kirstie from our Lab described it as "genius". It can't be folded with the carrycot attached, but the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.

Tandem strollers are light and lightweight. They usually make tighter turning than side-by-side models. However, they may be difficult to drive on uneven surfaces or curbs. They may also be slow to accelerate and may be heavier to move, which could cause strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It starts out as one however, you can add adapters to make it double. These can include a second seat or carrycot in the front or children can sit side-by-side. Some of them also have the option of adding buggy boards, which could help an older child keep up with younger siblings.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a good example of a convertible, because it can also be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for newborns. They can be attached together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that came with the pushchair when it's compatible. These dual-use buggies are made from high-quality materials that can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.

Single-to-Double

This lightweight  double buggy  was designed for families who love to go on outdoor adventures and want to upgrade from a single-stroller. It can be converted into a jogger using kits that include air-filled tires and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple, is perfect for twins or children of different ages. It's a great option for parents who want a stylish design that is as elegant as a single. It comes in different fabric colours.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds into itself using a single-hand mechanism that's really easy to master. Although it's heavier than other pushchairs that are single-to-double in this review, home tester Karolina said that it still feels extremely maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot inside.

The seat can be used parent-facing and you can buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each), which are ideal for babies. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. There are a variety of options for reclined seats with the front seat adjustable in different positions and the back seat offering a reclining option.

The biggest drawback of this type of buggy is that it's generally larger overall than the side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to navigate through doorways and is difficult to manoeuvre up and down kerbs. However the suspension and wheels are generally able to are capable of dealing with pavements and the fact that they're significantly lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as good at getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets, and may struggle to cope with a lot of shopping. It's a bit easier to turn them around even on the smallest of curving paths but even this can be difficult. Some are also easier to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for instance.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are ideal because they can be adjusted to the changing needs of the family. Often, they start as single buggies, and include adapters that permit you to include a second child's seat or carrycot, or (in some instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single buggie when your child grows older and begins to walk more or prefers to ride on buggy boards.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller can be described as one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40 pounds per child and comes with a storage basket between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining chairs and a front and back suspensions to ensure smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were praised by home testers. It also has an easy-to-use cup holder for parents, and an enormous accessible, easily accessible basket. They also noted that the backs of the bags have small pockets which are only big enough to fit phones and keys.

This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. It has a high-profile steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain and an ultra-compact fold that can stand on its own with straps for easy transport, and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks, and 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This versatile tandem is the top pick of our home testers because it is simple to maneuver and features a large basket for shopping that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. It is easy to maneuver due to its light weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many have praised the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board at the back. Parents also liked the fact that it could accommodate infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands, including some that don't normally fit in other double buggies.