Kick scooters are one of the oldest and most used forms of personal transportation. A rather striking kick bike dates back to as far as 1819. Since then the advances in scooters has been massive, with new technologies and materials opening up scooters to just about everyone, from commuting adults to curious toddlers.
They are simple, intuitive and funs forms of transportation that will not only keep your toddler busy but will also help them with optimal development. They’ll potentially learn social, emotional and cognitive development and obviously will develop physically. Some will even path the way towards kick starting their learning of riding a bike.
Scooters are a great way to keep your kids happy and healthy. With some of the developments in materials they’ll also help keep them safe.
If you’re looking for something a little bit more fun, probably for slight older kids then we’ve got you covered!
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Our Top 3 Toddler Scooters
Are Scooters Safe for Toddlers?
Short answer – Yes if ridden with care and safety precautions are taken.
Long answer – Anything where a child will be travelling at relatively high speeds has an inherent danger and kick scooters are no different. However, with careful guidance and being taught to respect the scooter and the potential dangers, most children will have no problems and will be able to safely ride any kick scooter.
Accidents can happen though so we’d also recommend to take extra precautions to ensure if something does happen then your child will be as safe as possible.
Scooter Helmets for Kids – A helmet is the first piece of equipment we would recommend and think it’s basically a necessity. There are a range of very good helmets on the market and think that will alleviate most of the force of any knock to the head.
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Extra safety equipment
We’d also recommend the following additional items to reduce any knocks and scrapes.
Now that’s out the way, let’s get started with the list of the 15 Best Toddler Scooters.
Micro Maxi Kick Scooter
The Micro Maxi is a kick scooter that is designed for elementary school aged kids, so just a tad older than your normal toddler. It has 3 wheels to ensure maximum stability is very well built and is made of parts that are completely replaceable. Designed and built in Switzerland, the Micro Maxi has top quality PU (polyurethane) wheels which make the Micro Maxi just as capable on uneven surfaces as it is on tarmac.
Pros
- Very high quality
- Replaceable parts
- Many different colors
Cons
- Doesn’t fold
If you’re looking for one of the best scooters for toddlers and younger children on the market this is up there. It’s incredibly well built, rides very smooth and there’s a huge range of colors and versatility to choose from. It is also one of the best rated kids scooters on Amazon.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Razor Jr. Folding Kiddie Kick Scooter
The Razor Junior is 3 wheeled kids scooter that is made from high quality steel, aluminum, and plastic. It has a folding mechanism that allows for easy transport and convenient storage. It also has a slip resistant polypropylene deck and easy to grip foam handles.
Pros
- No tools required for assembly
- Very good value for money
- Available in two colors
- Folds
Cons
- Handlebar height isn’t adjustable
- Build quality could be better
As it’s a Razor scooter it’s also priced very well and is generally about half the price of the the Micro Maxi. It doesn’t quite have the same high quality build or smooth ride as the Maxi but for half the price you’re getting a very capable scooter.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
YBIKE GLX Pro Toddler Scooter
The YBIKE GLX Pro is one of the best looking toddler scooters you can buy today. You have a choice of 3 color scheme, red and black, purple and black, black and white, blue, green or pink. All of them look very good and if they were adult sized I could easily see myself getting on just for the looks. The GLX Pro has a sturdy design, being made from aluminum, it has a good sized deck with lots of grip and a rear fender brake for a safe ride. Official recommended age is 5+ but with the adjustable handlebar kids ages 3+ could just as easily enjoy it.
Pros
- Adjustable handlebar to accommodate toddlers of different heights
- Very smooth and comfortable ride
- Many different colors
- Great build quality
Cons
- Wheels are the weak point
The YBIKE GLX Pro is also very well priced for what it is. It’s a great scooter purchase for 3 year olds as it can grow with them so hopefully you’ll get the most out of your investment. It also durable enough to last years so will make a perfect scooter for passing on to siblings. Overall, it’s a great scooter and well deserved to make it onto our list.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Micro Mini Kick Scooter
The Micro Mini is the smaller brother of the Micro Maxi that we’ve already reviewed. It has many of the same great features and build quality of the Maxi, but it is aimed at younger children. It’s designed in Switzerland and uses the same PU wheels as the Maxi which gives it a smooth and comfortable ride. This is a fine scooter for 2 year olds up to around 5 years. What really shines with the Micro Mini is the lean to steer feature, that means toddlers can easily learn steering and control of the scooter due to the maneuverable steering handles.
Pros
- Comes in many different colors
- Lightweight and durable design
- Rides smoothly and quietly
- Lean to steer
Cons
- Handlebar height is fixed
This is one of the best scooters for 3 years olds and can easily be ridden by boys or girls with many colors to match. It’s incredibly well built, rides very smooth and there’s a huge range of colors and versatility to choose from. Micro Kickboard, who make the scooters, always have incredibly highly rated products on Amazon so you know you’re going to get a good scooter if you get a Micro.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Fisher Price Laugh & Learn Smart Stages Scooter
Veering slightly away from traditional toddlers scooters we have the Fisher Price Laugh and Learn. This much more than just as scooter and is ideal for babies and toddlers between 1 year old and 3 years old. It can be used as a type of scooter that your toddler can push themselves along on, but it also has a learning activity center that features different levels of play. These are designed for 12-18 months, 18-24 months and 2-3 year olds so the Laugh and Learn scooter can still be relevant to your child’s development years after you buy it. It has 50 songs, tunes and phrases with 3 large buttons to teach numbers, colors, shapes and more.
Pros
- Wide, large wheels help keep the scooter stable and will be hard to topple over.
- Learning activity center
- Very well priced
Cons
- Requires batteries and assembly.
- Doesn’t turn do to fixed handlebars.
This is definitely more of a teaching tool than it is a traditional scooter, especially as it lack the ability to turn. However, it’s not designed to be a traditional kick scooter and is instead very good at what it is designed for. It’s a great way to help develop very young children through the use of sounds, language and numerical skills.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Little Tikes Lean to Turn Scooter
The Little Tikes Lean to Turn Scooter is a cheap toddler scooter that is perfect for first timer toddlers who want to learn how to ride. It’s recommended for toddlers between 2 and 4 years of age. It’s also perfect for parents who want a cheap first time scooter and don’t want to have to spend upwards of $100 on a scooter that might only be used a few times. It uses a lean to turn system that is said to help teach balance and coordination whilst also providing a rear fender foot brake to easy stopping. Whilst it definitely isn’t as well made as some of the other scooter we’ve mentioned so far it does have a nice little feature that makes the handle removable for quick and easy storage.
Pros
- Very well priced
- Lean to turn
- 3 Wheels
- Removable handle
Cons
- Build quality could be better
The little Tikes Lean to Turn Toddler Scooter is a perfect beginners scooter for your kids. It’s well priced and teaches the fundamentals very well.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Rimable Kids 3 Wheel Adjustable Height Mini Scooter
The Rimable 3 Wheel Mini Scooter is another 3 wheeled scooter for toddlers but with something a little special. It has the usual features, including an adjustable T-bar, a nice wide deck and a lean to steer mechanism. But the feature that your kids will love is the LED lights what are built into the wheels! The wheels are also completely PU so their perfect for riding indoors or outdoors.
Pros
- The LED lights make the scooter really stand out, especially in the dark
- Lean to turn mechanism
- Adjustable T-bar
Cons
- Wheels can be a little fragile
Not only is this a great option due to the design and functionality, but it’s also a great option because of the LED lights in the wheels. If the durability was just a little better this would likely be one of our favorite due to the additional fun and excitement the wheels provide.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Ancheer Kick Scooter for Kids
We’ve actually got around to reviewing quite a few Ancheer products now. If you’re interested in electric bikes then we’d highly suggest reading our review of the Ancheer Folding Electric Mountain Bike. But Ancheer don’t only make bikes, and here they have one of their attempts at a kids scooter.
Here you have another example of a very interesting and striking design that also uses LEDs in the wheels. It’s aimed at kids ages 3 years to 6 years old, has an adjustable T-bar and handles, incorporates a lean to steer mechanism and features a rear fender brake. One of the most striking parts of the Ancheer kick scooter for kids is the graffiti painted deck.
Pros
- Unique and striking design
- Adjustable handlebars
- Comes in many different designs and colors
Cons
- Graffiti design might not be for everyone
- Doesn’t fold
Not only does the Ancheer offer a lot of great features, but it is also very well priced, coming in at almost 4 time less than the Micro Maxi we mentioned earlier.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Globber Primo 3-Wheel Adjustable Height Scooter
The Globber Primo features a series of nice additions that not many other scooters have. It’s aimed at children from 2 to 6 years old but has a sturdy frame and is weight rated up to 110 lbs so might even be good for older children. It has a secure lock button that is said to help your children keep the scooter moving in a straight line which teaches them balance. When your toddler has gotten used to travelling in a straight line you can release the lock and the lean to steer mechanism helps them learn turning naturally.
Pros
- Secure lock to help ease your child into learning the scooter
- Strong deck made from steel
- Adjustable handlebars
Cons
- Doesn’t fold
This is probably the best option for you to buy if you’re looking for a very structured way to help your toddler learn to ride a scooter.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Radio Flyer Scoot-About 
The Radio Flyer Scoot-About is another of the unconventional scooters that might be perfect your kids. It’s like a trike, but has 4 wheels and doesn’t have pedals. It has a wide from wheelbase to improve stability and handling. It’s also lower down so it should feel faster when your children are riding it. The lower height and wide wheelbase also helps with safety and we expect a lot less accidents to happen on the Scoot-About.
Pros
- Well built and sturdy
- Adjustable seat
- Smooth and fast ride
Cons
- Quite heavy
- Relatively small
With an age range of 1 to 3 years this toddler scooter might be a great alternative to a more traditional stand up scooter.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
WdtPro LED Rocket Sprayer
The WdtPro LED Rocket Sprayer Scooter is by far the most unique scooter on the list. It takes a standard kids scooter and places “Rocket” boosters on the back. They work using water, LEDs and sounds to give the effect of the scooter being boosted along. It’s a very cool, unique design that works very well and will really let your children stand out from the crowd. It also has a nice wide, grippy deck, adjustable handlebars and light up front LED wheels.
Pros
- Rocket Sprayer effect is fun, looks cool and is very unique.
- Good build quality
- Versatile with adjustable handlebars
Cons
- Will require some upkeep to allow the rocket effect to work
- Uses water
This is aimed a children slightly older than toddler ages but we believe that toddlers could still get a great experience out of this scooter. For what it is, it is also well priced and is definitely worth the money.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Ancheer 3-in-1 Light Up
Another Ancheer product makes it onto one of of our lists. This is a 3 in 1 light up scooter that allows you to turn your normal scooter into a seated toddler scooter. It has several different options and is very versatile, offering adjustable handlebars, lean to steer mechanisms and even LEDs in the front wheels.
Pros
- Very versatile, offers many different ways to ride.
- Good brakes
- Ultra lightweight – weights only 5 lbs
Cons
- Build quality feels a little cheap and the seat feels a bit flimsy
The Ancheer 3-in-1 Light Up Kids scooter comes in 3 colors, giving you a great option for boys and girls. It’s also fairly strong and the adjustable handlebars and seat mean that it’s good for toddlers and children from ages 1-8!
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Little Tikes Push and Pull Racer
Like the Fisher Price Laugh and Learn scooter than we reviewed earlier this is something a little different. The Little Tikes Push and Pull Racer is aimed at much younger children than a lot of the other scooters on the list with a recommended minimum age of only 9 months. It’s basically a ride on toy that is designed somewhat like a car. It has a streamlined body, comfortable seat and grippy handles so you can push or pull your toddler around with you. It’s even perfect for tots that are not walking yet.
Pros
- Simple for babies and toddlers to use
- Works great indoors and outdoors
- It even has a little back seat for a stuffed toy.
Cons
- Can’t be steered
- Just ok build quality
Overall, this is a classic little toy scooter to get your toddler. It relatively cheap and can be lots of fun. The build quality could be better but for what it is you’re not going to get much better.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Radio Flyer My 1st Scooter
The Radio Flyer is a great looking little scooter that even looks like some of the pro scooters you see now a days. It’s perfect for toddlers from around 2 years old as it has a very wide from wheelbase and two large front wheels. This helps add extra stability and keeps your toddler upright. It’s also quite light for what it is and features a good build quality with ergonomic handles.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Wide deck and front wheelbase
- Well priced
Cons
- Will probably be outgrown pretty quick
This is a perfect first scooter and is an ideal scooter for 2 year olds. It’s well designed and well made without any unnecessary fancy features. It does exactly what you expect and does it well.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Strider 12 Sport Balance Bike
This is one of our favorite items on the list. It’s not a traditional scooter but more of a bike. It’s classed as a balance bike and is the perfect start to help your toddler get riding their first bike. It has an adjustable seat so will grow with your child, it has no pedals so the entire focus is put on learning to balance and steer without the complexity of pedaling. The frame only weighs 6.7 lbs and the adjustable handlebars and seat means that an 18 month old toddler can be just as comfortable on this a a 5 year old.
Pros
- One of the best ways to improve balance and learn how to ride a full bike
- Comes with a padded seat and handlebar
- Durable and strong frame
- Lightweight
Cons
- Relatively expensive (but not even that bad)
This is one of the best ways to teach your child to ride a bike and will be heaps of fun in the process. It’s fully adjustable and will last for years.
Check the latest price on Amazon.
Conclusion
We hope you’ve found something that you’re looking for on our list. We purposefully selected a good range of items so you have options for now and the future. Come back to this page again in a few years and you’ll still probably find something on the list that’s perfect for your kids.
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