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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 children of different age groups. They are easy to fold, steer 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, large UPF 50+ canopy and windows that peek out. It also has an expanding frame size to accommodate the second car seat or another passenger.

Side-by-Side

The majority of the light double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. These are the best for children who can sit without assistance, since they aren't as likely to have car seat compatibility. That said they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a wide canopy, and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their bigger footprint and are great for parents who are worried about fitting through doorways.

The Cybex Duet is a little different because its clever frame expands in width to accommodate a second seat, making it smaller than other pushchairs with side-by-side seating available. It is able to fit through doors that are standard and is easy to maneuver in public transport. It also doubles as a jogger which is a great feature for those who want to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's also available in a variety of exciting colors.

Another excellent side-by-side lightweight double is the UPPAbaby Vista v2 Double, which offers even more customization with a modular frame. Its clever design lets you to convert it into a single or double buggy by adding two carrycots or car seats for children. It can even accommodate twins. It's a good option for growing families. The umbrella stroller UPPAbaby is one of the lightest, sexiest and stylish strollers available.

If you prefer a more compact, lightweight double, consider the egg2 which folds to the size of a tiny suitcase. It can be used as a single or double with the addition of two carrycots or infant car seats and our home testers loved how simple and sleek it was to handle, even when fully loaded with children.

Even though they are lightweight double pushchairs side-by-side do not guarantee safety. If your children are of the same age and stage, they may be fighting over who sits in which spot. If  twin umbrella stroller www.pushchairsandprams.uk , a tandem style might be more suitable for them since it will allow them to confront each other.

Tandem

While side-byside models are better suitable for siblings of similar age, tandem lightweight double strollers have distinct appeals. They can accommodate a larger car seat, and some come with convertible seats or an additional carrycot in the middle. They are bigger, and easier to get in and out of. However, their baskets tend to be smaller than those found on buggies that are single. 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 fabrics feel a little less luxurious than our other top-rated doubles but it looks and feels great and is user-friendly. One of the most impressive things about it is its single-handed fold - although it requires practice, Kirstie in our Lab declared it to be "genius". The carrycot is not foldable while it is attached. However, the mechanism to attach and remove the carrycot is easy and quick.

Tandem lightweight double pushchairs will generally make more precise turns than side-byside models, but they can be more challenging to drive over bumps and uneven surfaces. They can also be slower to accelerate and more heavy to move. This puts strain on your back.

Another alternative is a convertible double buggy, that starts out as a single and then you add adapters to turn it into a double. They can have a second seat, carrycot, or both in the front. The children can be seated together. Some can also consider including a buggyboard, which assists an older child to keep pace with a younger brother or sister.

The Uppababy Vista V2 is a great example of a convertible, since it can be converted into a twin pram with the purchase of additional cocoons (PS59 each) that create a lie-flat space for infants. They can be swiveled together or placed side-by-side. You can also use the car seat that was included with the pushchair, if it is compatible with the. These buggies for dual-use are made from high-quality materials that can be used for a long time without showing any wear. This means they have the highest resale value.

Single-to-Double

Designed for outdoor-loving families who want to upgrade from a single stroller, this light double buggy can be converted into a jogger with the help of an impressive kit that comes with air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It's also a great option for twins, or children from different ages and as triple tandem, it can handle rough terrain. It's also a good choice for parents who want a stylish design that's as elegant as a single and is available in a range of fabric colours.

We were impressed by the way this iCandy model folds into itself with a one-handed mechanism that's very simple to master. It's also heavier than other single-to-double pushchairs in this review, our home tester Karolina said that it still feels extremely maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot inside.

You can purchase additional items such as the Roma Gemini Carrycots (PS100) that are ideal for infants. Our panel of testers found that the seats were comfortable for toddlers, with good lumbar support and headrests. There are numerous options for reclining the seats with the front seat adjustable in various positions and the back seat having an option to recline.

The main drawback to this type of buggy is that it's generally larger overall than doubles that are side-by-side and makes it difficult to get through doorways and can be tricky to maneuver up and down kerbs. The suspension and wheels of these models tend to be able to deal with surfaces that are paved. They're also lighter than many side-by-sides, so you can still get a lot of storage. These strollers can be difficult to maneuver around supermarkets with narrow aisles, and they might struggle to carry loads. It's easier to turn them around on the smallest of curved paths, but even this can be a challenge. Some are also easier to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.

Convertible

The great thing about convertible double pushchairs is the ability to adapt to changing family requirements. Often, they start as single buggies, and have adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat, a carrycot, or (in certain instances) a car-seat to the frame. Some can be converted back to a single buggie when your older child starts to walk or wants to ride a buggyboard.

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 includes an extra storage basket in between the seats. The spacious canopy with a peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and front and back suspension for smoother riding on rough terrain were praised by testers at home. It also has a convenient cup holder for the parent and an ample, easy-to-access basket. However, they pointed out that the seats' backs have pockets that aren't big enough to hold more than a cell phone and keys.

This high-end, lightweight side-by-side can be used in more than 20 configurations, and comes with a second seat and carrycot. It has a distinctive steering handlebar, front and rear suspensions that smooth rough terrain, a compact fold that can stand on its own with straps for easy transport and seven-inch front wheels with swivel locks and 10 inches back wheels with suspensions for an easier ride. The only downside is that you'll need purchase a separate baby carrier or car seat.

This versatile tandem is a top pick by our home testers due to its easy-to-maneuver size and impressively large shopping basket, which can be accessed with both seats facing the parent. Its lightweight weight (about the same as some single pushchairs) makes it easy to maneuver. Many have praised the clever way it connects the second seat or riding board to the back. Parents also admired that it accommodates car seats and infant carriers from a variety of brands. This includes a few that aren't normally compatible with other double buggies.