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Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
It's easy to move around with a lightweight double pushchair, especially if you have kids with different ages. They're typically simple to steer, fold and carry up and down the stairs.
This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopy, and windows that peek out. It also comes with a smart frame that expands widthways to accommodate a second car seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).
Side-by-Side
The majority of the light double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. twin stroller side by side Push Chairs And Prams are best for children who can sit up without assistance, since they aren't as likely to have compatibility with car seats. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer adjustable recline in both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their larger footprint and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting into doorways.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it features a unique frame that expands in width to accommodate another child seat. This makes it smaller than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. It can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It can also be used as a jogger, which is great news if you want to use it with baby carriers or a car seat. It's available in a variety of fun colors.
Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization through a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into a double or single buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It's a great option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is one of the lightest, sexiest and fashionable strollers you can find.
If you're looking for a compact and lightweight double, you can try the egg2 which folds to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a double or single by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were impressed with the ease of move, even with a full load of kids.
Even though they are lightweight double pushchairs that sit side-by-side aren't foolproof. If your children are of the same age and stage, they could be fighting over who gets to sit in which seat. If they're different heights, a tandem style might be more suitable for them since it will allow them to face each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are better suited for siblings who are the same age tandem pushchairs that are lightweight have their own charms. Some can fit an extra car seat, while some have seats that can be reversible. Others even have an extra carrycot or a reversible seat in the middle. They are bigger and are easier to get into and out of. However the baskets they use tend to be smaller than the ones found on single buggies. They often have larger large canopies that have peekaboo windows and a cup holder for parents and cushioned leg cushions for the young children.
The iCandy Peach tandem is another excellent example of a light tandem that offers great value. The fabric is a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles but it looks and feels great and is easy to use. One of the most striking things about it is its single-handed fold. Although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". The carrycot is not foldable while it's attached. However, the process to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.
Tandem strollers that are lightweight generally have a more precise turning compared to side-by-side models. However, they could be harder to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be a little slower to speed up and are heavier to move, which can result in stress on your back.
Another option is a convertible double buggy, which is initially a single and then you can add adapters to make it into a double. It can also have an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in the front. Children can share a seat. Some of them also have the option of incorporating a buggy board, which can help older children keep up with a younger sibling.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. The cocoons create a flat space for newborns. They can be placed side by side or attached to each other's faces, and you can use them with the baby car seat that is included with the pushchair (as long as you choose the right one). These buggies for dual-use are made of quality materials and can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means that they have a high resale price.
Single-to-Double
Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and are looking to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy turns into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a good choice for twins, or children from different age groups, and as triple tandem, it can take on rough terrain. It's a great choice for parents who want a sleek design as sleek as a single and is available in a variety of colors.
This iCandy model is easy to fold using a one-handed system. And although it's heavier than the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it is very maneuverable, even when she had two toddlers and a carrycot.
The seat can be used with the parent facing, and you can also purchase additional accessories for this stroller such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for babies. Our panel of testers found that the seats to be comfortable for toddlers, with excellent headrests and lumbar support. And there are a variety of options for recline, with the front seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat offering a recline option.
The biggest drawback of this kind of buggy is that it tends to be larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side which makes it more difficult to get through doorways and can be tricky to maneuver around kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these types of strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-bysides which means you can have plenty of storage space. It's important to keep in mind that these strollers aren't as good at getting through narrow aisles in supermarkets and can struggle to handle a large amount of shopping. It's easier to turn them around on the smallest curves of paths, but even this can be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than other, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.
Convertible
The benefit of convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to changing family needs. Most of the time, they begin as single buggies. They come with adapters that allow you to add a second child's chair or carrycot, or (in some cases) an automobile seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single when your child's older age begins to walk or prefers to ride a buggyboard.
One of the most lightweight double strollers on our list, this sleek tri-fold model can hold children up to 40 lbs each. It comes with an easy-to-use basket between the seats for storage. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspensions to ensure smoother and more comfortable riding on rough terrain were well-loved by home testers. It also comes with a handy cup holder for the parent and an ample, easily accessible basket. However, they noted that the seats' backs have small pockets that aren't big enough to hold more than a smartphone and keys.
This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 models. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold with handy straps that make it easy to schlep and seven-inch swivel lock front wheels and 10-inch rear wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you'll have to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.
This versatile tandem is the most popular of our home testers because it is easy to maneuver and comes with a large shopping basket that can be accessed from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. It is easy to maneuver thanks to its light weight (about the same as a few single pushchairs). Many users praise the clever way it attaches the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also loved that it accommodates infant carriers and car seat from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.