20 Questions You Should Have To Ask About Double Pushchair Prior To Purchasing Double Pushchair
Which Lightweight Double Pushchair Should You Buy?
A compact double pushchair makes it simple to move around, especially if you have children of different ages. They are easy to fold, steer and carry up and down stairs.
This City Mini GT2 offers side-by-side seats with plenty of legroom with adjustable reclining, as well as massive UPF 50+ canopy with peekaboo windows. twin pushchair features a smart frame that can expand in width to take a second seat and a compatible car seat(s).
Side-by-Side
The majority of the lightweight double pushchairs we tested were side-by-side models. These are best for children who can sit up without assistance, since they tend to lack compatibility with car seats. However they do have a few advantages. Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit 'N Stand Double are both great options that provide adjustable recline in both seats, a huge canopy and padded 5-point harnesses. They're also easy to maneuver despite their bigger footprint and are great for parents worried about fitting through doorways.
The Cybex Duet is a little different due to its unique frame that expands in width to accommodate an additional seat, making it slimmer than most other side-by-side pushchairs available. It is able to fit through doors of standard size and is easy to maneuver in public transportation. It can also be used as a jogger, which is a great feature if you want to use it with a baby carrier or infant car seat. It's available in a variety of exciting colors.
The UPPAbaby Vista v2 double is another great side-by-side, lightweight double. It offers an even greater degree of customization due to a modular frame. The clever design allows the conversion of an individual or double buggy by adding two carrycots or child car seats. It can even accommodate twins. It is a practical 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 small suitcase. It can be used as a double or single by adding 2 carrycots or baby car seats. Our home testers were amazed by the ease of move, even with a full load of kids.
Side-by-side lightweight double pushchairs aren't foolproof, though -when your children are the same age or stage they may still fight over who rides in which seat. If they're taller than each other it could be that a tandem design might be better for them, as it allows them to confront each other.
Tandem
While side-by-side models are best for children of the same ages, tandem lightweight double strollers come with their own appeal. Some can fit carseats that are larger, and some have seats that can be reversible. Some even come with an additional carrycot or reversible seat in the middle. They are generally more spacious and easier to access and exit from the baskets, though they are usually smaller than those of single buggies. They also have larger sized canopies with peekaboo windows, as well as one cup holder for parents and padding for the legs of young children.
The iCandy Peach is another example of a lightweight and affordable tandem. Its fabric feels a bit less premium than some of our other top-rated tandems, but it still looks and feels great and is user-friendly. Its one-handed folding is impressive. Although it takes some practice, Kirstie from our Lab called it "genius". It's not foldable without the carrycot attached, however, the mechanism for attaching and removing it is easy and quick.
Tandem strollers that are lightweight typically have tighter turning capabilities than side-by-side models. However, they can be harder to navigate on uneven surfaces and curbs. They can also be slower to accelerate and are heavier to move. This can put strain on your back.
A convertible double buggy is another alternative. It's initially a single, but you can add adapters to make it double. It can also include a second seat, carrycot, or both in front. Children can be seated together. Some of them also offer the option of incorporating buggy boards that could help an older child keep up with a younger sibling.
The Uppababy Vista V2 can be transformed into a twin-sized pushchair by purchasing additional cocoons for PS59 each. These cocoons provide an open space for infants. These can be placed side by side or attached to one another, and you can use them in conjunction with the baby car seat that comes with the pushchair (as long as you choose the right one). As they're made with quality materials, these buggies with dual-use capabilities can be used for a long time without showing any wear, indicating they have an excellent price resales.
Single-to-Double
Designed for outdoor-loving families who are looking to upgrade their single stroller, this light double buggy turns into a jogger thanks to a nifty kit that includes air-filled tyres and all-wheel suspension. It can also withstand rough terrain well and it's a tandem triple that is suitable for twins or children of different ages. It's a great choice for parents who want a sleek design that is as sleek as a single and comes in different fabric colours.
We loved the way that this iCandy model folds down using a single-hand mechanism that's really easy to master. And although it's heavier than some of the other single-to-double pushchairs featured in this review, home tester Karolina claimed that it is very maneuverable, even with two toddlers and a carrycot in it.
The seat can be used with the parent facing and you can purchase accessories for this stroller, such as the Roma Gemini carrycots (PS100 each) that are perfect for babies. The seats are comfortable for toddlers with good headrests and lumbar support. There are many options for reclining in the front, with the seat being adjustable to different positions, and the rear seat offering the option of recline.
The biggest drawback with this kind of buggy is that it tends to be wider overall than side-by-side doubles, which makes it harder to get through doorways and can be tricky to maneuver around kerbs. The wheels and suspension of these strollers tend to be able to deal with pavements. They're also lighter than most side-by-sides which means you can have plenty of storage. It's important to keep in mind that strollers of this type aren't as good at walking through the narrow aisles of supermarkets and aren't able to handle a large amount of shopping. Even though it's easier to turn the stroller on a narrow curved path, this can be a problem. Some are also more easy to turn than others, such as the Thule Urban Glide 2 Double and the Baby Trend Sit N' Stand Double, for example.
Convertible
Convertible double pushchairs are fantastic because they are able to be adapted to the changing needs of the family. Often, they start as single buggies and have adapters that allow you to include a second child's seat or a carrycot (in some cases) the car seat to the frame. Some even convert to a single buggie when your child grows older and begins to walk more or prefers to ride on a buggy board.
This stylish tri-fold double stroller is among of the lightest strollers on our list. It can support up to 40 pounds per child and has an extra storage basket in between the seats. The spacious canopy with peekaboo window, multi-position reclining seats and a front and back suspension for smoother rides on rough terrain were appreciated by home testers. It also has a convenient parent cup holder and a large, easy-to-access basket. However, they noticed that the seats' backs have pockets that are not big 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 comes with a second chair and carrycot. Its impressive feature set includes an ergonomic handlebar with a high profile for better steering as well as rear and front suspensions to smooth rough terrain; a self-standing, compact fold with handy straps for easy schlepping; and seven-inch swing lock front wheels and back wheels that measure 10 inches with suspension for a smoother ride. The only drawback is that you will need to purchase an additional car seat or baby carrier.
This multi-functional 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 in the parent-facing position. Its lightweight weight (about the same as single pushchairs) makes it a breeze to move. Its reversible seats mean that they can be switched to face either direction, and the clever way it connects a second seat or riding board to the rear is appreciated by many. Parents also loved the fact that it can accommodate infant carriers and car seat from various brands. This includes a few that aren't typically compatible with other double buggies.