A Look At The Future What Is The Double Pushchair Industry Look Like In 10 Years? Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?


A light double pushchair makes it simple to get around, particularly if you have children of different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and transport up and down the stairs.

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 peekaboo windows. It also has a clever frame that can expand in width to accommodate a second seat, and also a compatible car seat(s).

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can stand up without assistance, as they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. That said, the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both excellent options that offer recline that can be adjusted in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their bigger footprint and are perfect for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its clever frame that expands widthways to add a second seat, making it slimmer than the majority of other pushchairs that are side-by-side available. It is able to fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transportation. It's also a jogger, which is a great feature when you're planning to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat, and comes in a variety of fun colors.

Another fantastic side-by-side light double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which allows for even more customization through a modular frame. It features a clever design that allows you to turn it into a single stroller or a double with the addition of two car seats or carrycots (it can even accommodate twins). It's a good option for families growing. The UPPAbaby umbrella stroller is also one of the lightest, most stylish and stylish strollers available.

Try the egg2 that folds down to the size and weight of a small suitcase. It can be used as a single double by adding 2 carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by how simple and sleek it was to use even when stuffed with children.

Double pushchairs with side-by-side seating aren't foolproof however -- if your children are of the same age or stage, they might be fighting over who gets to ride in which seat. If they are at different heights, then the tandem model could be the best option for them, since it allows them to face eachother.

Tandem

While side-byside models are better suitable for siblings of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own appeal. They can be fitted with a larger car seat, and some even have seats that can be reversible or a carrycot in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to access and exit from, although their baskets are usually smaller than those of single buggies. They often have larger canopy as well as peekaboo windows, and even padded leg cushions.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a great value. Its fabric feels a bit less expensive than our other top-rated doubles, but it looks and feels great and is easy to use. Its one-handed folding is awe-inspiring. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not possible to fold it with the carrycot attached but the mechanism for attaching and removing it is simple and fast.

Tandem pushchairs that are lightweight generally have tighter turns than side-by-side models, however they are more difficult to drive on uneven surfaces and curbs. They are also slightly slower to speed up and may be heavier to move, which could result in strain on your back.

Another option is a convertible double buggy which starts off as an individual and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. It could include an additional seat, a carrycot, or both in front. Or the children can share a seat. Some of them also have the option of incorporating buggy boards, which can aid an older child keep up with a younger sibling.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be converted into a twin-sized pram by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons provide a flat space for newborns. They can be placed in a row or joined to one another and you can use them with the infant car seat that is included with the pushchair (as as long as you choose the right one). These dual-use buggies are made of high-quality materials and can be used for many years without showing any wear. This means they have an excellent resale value.

Single-to-Double

Designed for outdoor-loving families who want to upgrade their single stroller, this lightweight double buggy can be converted into a jogger thanks to an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It also handles rough terrain well and, as a tandem triple is suitable for twins or children of different ages. It's also a great choice for parents looking for an elegant design that's as sleek as a single, and is available in a range of fabric colours.

We loved the way that this iCandy model folds into itself with just one hand, making it extremely easy to master. It's also heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still is very maneuverable, even when she had 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 headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclining the seats and the front seat is adjustable in various positions and the back seat also having the option of recline.

This type of buggy has the greatest disadvantage of being larger than side-byside doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it can be difficult to get up and down kerbs. However, the wheels and suspension on these types of strollers generally perform well in handling paved surfaces, and the fact that they're generally much lighter than some of the side-by-sides means you can still have a decent amount of storage space. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry a lot. It's easier to turn them around on the smallest of curved paths but even this can be a challenge. Some are more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

Convertible double pushchairs are great because they can be adapted to the changing requirements of the family. They often start out as single buggies, but have adapters that allow you to add an additional seat, a carrycot or (in some instances) an automobile seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when your older child begins to walk more or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold double stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can hold up to 40 lbs per child and comes with a storage basket between the seats. Home users loved its large canopy with windows that peek out multi-position reclining seats, as well as front and rear suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a handy parent cup holder and a large, easy-to-access basket. They did note that the backs of the bags have small pockets which are just large enough to hold the phone and keys.

This lightweight, high-end side-by-side is available in more than 20 configurations. It also comes with a second seat and carrycot. Its impressive features include a handlebar with a high-profile design for easier steering; front and rear suspension to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping and seven-inch wheel lock that swivels in the front and 10-inch back wheels with suspension for a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll have to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is the top choice of our home testers due to the fact that it is simple to maneuver and features an enormous shopping basket that is accessible from both seats when they are in the parent-facing positions. It is simple to maneuver 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 direction and the clever way that it connects the second seat or riding board to the rear is praised by many. twin stroller appreciated the fact that it could accommodate infant car seats and carriers from various brands, including those that aren't typically fit in other double buggies.