The Advanced Guide To Double Pushchair

Which Lightweight double pram buggy Pushchair Should You Buy?

It's easy to move around in a lightweight double pushchair, particularly if you have children of varying ages. They're typically simple to steer, fold and carry up and down stairs.

This City Mini GT2 features side-by-side seating with plenty of legroom. It also features adjustable reclining, UPF 50+ canopies and peekaboo windows. It also has an expanding frame the width to accommodate an additional car seat or an additional passenger.

Side-by-Side

Most of the lightweight double pushchairs we tried were side-by-side models. They are ideal for children who can sit n stand double stroller up without assistance, as they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. That said there are some exceptions. 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 wide canopy, and padded five-point harnesses. They're also easy to move despite their larger footprint and are great for parents worried about fitting into doorways.

The Cybex Duet pushchair is unique because of its clever frame that can be expanded to allow for a second child seat. This makes it slimmer 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's also 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 fun colors.

Another great side-by-side, lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, that offers more customization through a modular frame. The innovative design allows 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 fantastic and practical choice for families that are growing and the UPPAbaby is among the lightest and most stylish umbrella strollers around.

If you're looking for a more compact and lightweight cheap double pushchair, you can try the egg2 that folds down to the size of a compact suitcase. It can be used as a single double by adding two carrycots or infant car seats, and our home testers were awed by how sleek and simple it was to use, even when fully loaded with kids.

Although they're lightweight, double pushchairs that are side-by-side are not foolproof. If your children are at the same age and stage, they could still fight about who sits in which seat. If they're at different heights, then it is possible that a tandem design is the best option for them, since it lets them face each other.

Tandem

While side-by-side models are best suited to siblings with similar ages, tandem lightweight double strollers have their own charms. Some can fit a larger car seat and some have reversible seats. Others have an extra carrycot or a reversible seat in the middle. They tend to be more spacious and easier to move into and out of, although their baskets are typically 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 padded leg cushions for young children.

The iCandy Peach tandem is another good example of a lightweight tandem that is a an excellent value. Its fabric feels a bit less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles, but it still looks and feels great and is very user-friendly. One of the most impressive things about it is the one-handed fold. While it will require some practice, Kirstie in our Lab has said it's "genius". The carrycot cannot be folded while it's attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is simple and quick.

Tandem double stroller With adjustable seats pushchairs are light and lightweight. They generally make more precise turns than side-byside models, however, they can be more difficult to drive on bumps and uneven surfaces. They are also slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This puts strain on your back.

A convertible double buggy is a different option. It's initially an individual but you can also add adapters to convert it into double. It can also include the option of a second seat, a 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 a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons at PS59 each. These cocoons create an area that is flat for newborns. They can be joined or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, in the event that it is compatible. Because they're made from high-quality materials, these types of buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for years without showing much wear, indicating they have the highest price resales.

Single-to-Double

Ideal for families who love to be outdoors and are looking to upgrade from a single stroller, this lightweight double buggy can be converted into a jogger with the help of a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres, as well as all-wheel suspension. It's also a great option for twins or children of different age groups and, as triple tandem, it's able to be able to handle the rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents looking for a stylish design that's as sleek as a single and comes in a variety of colors for the fabric.

This iCandy model is incredibly easy to fold with a single-handed system. It's heavier than other single-to double pushchairs, but home tester Karolina says it's still very mobile even with two toddlers and a carrycot.

The seat can be used with the parent facing, and you can also buy add-ons for this stroller like the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for newborns. Our test panel found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with excellent lumbar support and headrests. There are numerous options for reclining the seats and the front seat is adjustable in different positions and the back seat also having an option to recline.

This type of buggy comes with the main disadvantage of being a bit wider than the side-by-side doubles. This makes it difficult to maneuver through doorways and it isn't easy to maneuver between kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers are generally good at coping with pavements. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides which means you can get a lot of storage. These strollers aren't easy to maneuver through supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they can be difficult to carry a lot. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, this can still be a hassle. Some are more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 double stroller for twins or the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is that they can adapt to changing family needs. They often start out as single buggies, and include adapters to add a second seat, carrycot or (in certain cases) a car seat to the frame. Some of them can be converted back to a single buggie when your older child begins to walk or prefers to ride on a buggy board.

This stylish tri-fold smallest double buggy stroller is one of the lightest on our list. It can support up to 40 lbs per child and comes with an integrated storage basket between the seats. The home testers loved the large canopy with windows that peek out, multi-position reclining seats and front and rear suspensions to ensure smoother rides on rough terrain. It also has a convenient parent cup holder and an ample easy-to-access basket. The backs have tiny pockets, which are just big enough to fit phones and a set of keys.

This premium, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations and includes an additional seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain, an ultra-compact fold that stands up on its own with straps to make it easy to transportation, and seven-inch front wheel with swivel locks, and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions to ensure a smoother ride. The only downside is that you'll need to purchase a separate car seat or baby carrier.

This versatile tandem is a top choice from our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket that is accessible with both seats facing the parent. It is a breeze to move around due to its surprisingly low weight (about the weight of a few single pushchairs). Many people praise the clever method of attaching the second seat or riding board in the back. Parents also admired that it accommodates infant carriers and car seats from a variety of brands. This includes some that are not normally compatible with other double buggies.