Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
double pram pushchair to move around with a light double pushchair, especially if you have children of varying age groups. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down steps.
This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom and reclining that can be adjusted. It also has huge UPF 50+ canopies with windows that peek out. It also comes with a frame that expands in size to accommodate the second car seat or an additional passenger.
Side-by-Side
Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit up without assistance, as they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. The Thule Urban Glide 2 Double, and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double, are both excellent options. They offer adjustable recline for both seats, a large canopy, and padded five-point safety harnesses. They are also simple to maneuver, despite their larger footprint. They are great for parents who fret about getting through doors.
The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because it has a clever frame that can be expanded to add a second child seat. This makes it lighter than other pushchairs that are side-by-side. This means it can fit through doors that are standard and is easy to move around on public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is a great feature for those who want to use it in conjunction with a baby carrier or infant car seat, and comes in a range of fun colors.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another excellent lightweight side-by-side double. It offers additional flexibility due to a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It is a practical option for growing families. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most fashionable and stylish strollers available.
Try the egg2, which can be folded down to the size and weight of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a double or a single by adding two carrycots or baby car seats. Our test subjects were awed by how easy it was to move around even with a load of kids.
Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't 100% foolproof, however- if your children are the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who is allowed to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights then the tandem model could be best for them, as it lets them face each other.
Tandem
While side-byside models are better suited to siblings of similar age group, tandem light double strollers have their own charms. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some have reversible seats or an extra carrycot in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to get in and out of however their baskets are usually smaller than those of single buggies. They also have larger big canopies with windows that peek out as well as a cup holder for the parent and cushioned leg cushions for the children.
The iCandy Peach is another example of a great value lightweight tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less expensive than our other top-rated doubles but it looks and feels great and is very easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". double pram and pushchair 's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached however the mechanism for attaching and taking it off it is simple and quick.
Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models, however, they can be more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.
A convertible double buggy is an additional option. It's initially one however, you can add adapters to make it double. It can also include a second seat, carrycot or both in front. Or the children can share a seat. Some have the option of including a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep pace with siblings who are younger.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons provide a flat space for newborns. These can be placed in a row or joined to each other's faces and you can use them with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you select an appropriate one). These buggies for dual-use are made of quality materials that can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means they come with an excellent resale value.
Single-to-Double
For families who love the outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy transforms into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. double pram and pushchair 's also a great option for twins, or children from different age groups and as triple tandem, it is able to take on rough terrain. It's an excellent choice for parents who want a stylish design that is as simple as a single. It comes in various colors of fabric.
We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds up with a one-handed mechanism that's extremely easy to master. And although it's heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina claimed that it feels very maneuverable - even with two toddlers and a carrycot inside.
You can purchase add-ons such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) which are great for babies. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. There are numerous options to recline the seats and the front seat is can be adjusted to different positions, and the back seat also having the option of recline.
This type of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being larger than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways, and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. However the suspension and wheels on these types of strollers generally do a good job of coping with paved surfaces and the fact that they're generally significantly lighter than the side-by-sides, means you still find plenty of storage space. It's worth bearing in mind that these strollers aren't as efficient in walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and aren't able 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 a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, with the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.
Convertible
The best thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they are able to adapt to a family's changing requirements. They are typically single buggies and include adapters to add the second seat, a carrycot, or (in some cases) a car seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when your older child 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 strollers on our list. It can hold up to 40lbs per child, and includes an extra storage basket in between the seats. Home testers appreciated its spacious canopy with peekaboo windows with multi-position reclining seats as well as front and rear suspensions for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a convenient cup holder for the parent and a large, easy-to-access basket. However, they pointed out that the backs of the seats have pockets that aren't large enough to hold more than a smartphone and keys.
This light, high-end side-byside is available in more than 20 different configurations. It also includes a second chair and carrycot. It features a high-profile steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions to smooth rough terrain, an ultra-compact fold that can be folded up with straps that make it easy to transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks as well as 10-inch back wheels that have suspensions to ensure more comfortable riding. The only drawback is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carriage or car seat.
This multi-functional tandem is a top choice by our home testers due to its maneuverability and large shopping basket, which is accessible from both seats facing towards the parent. It is simple to move around due to its low weight (about the equivalent of some single pushchairs). The seats are reversible, which means that you can flip them to face either way, and the clever way that it can attach a second seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. Parents also appreciated the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seats from multiple brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.