Do you remember the first time you learned to ride a bike, and how exhilarating and exciting it was? But also, how nerve-wracking those first few minutes were when you had no help to keep your balance?
Push trikes are the best way to transition little ones from balance bikes to kids bikes. No matter how old your child is, tricycles offer more stability while they learn to ride with pedals, handbrakes, and more. They can remove some pre-ride jitters, making young riders more confident and independent. They’ll also get to feel super proud of themselves, and there’s nothing more magical for a parent to watch than that.
Today, we’re looking at 12 of the best trikes on the market for your little one, including the SmarTrike STR3 Plus 6 in 1 Folding Trike and the Cocomelon Trike with Bucket.
We conduct our best trike reviews through a combination of product testing, individual research, real buyer feedback and certified paediatrician approval.
We understand that there is no such thing as a “best trike” for everyone, and what is best for one child might not be suitable for another. With this in mind, we assessed trikes for toddlers and kids by comparing different features and specifications, and have highlighted the buyer we believe the product is best suited to.
We considered the following criteria below:
Starting off strong, the SmarTrike STR3 Plus 6 in 1 Folding Trike offers amazing versatility for both parent and rider. With the ability to use it from 10 months and beyond, you can get your child ready and raring to go for their first independent ride once they can reach the pedals. Before that, use the five-point harness and parent handle to take them on fun rides anywhere and everywhere.
It’s so much more fun than a stroller and, as your child grows, you can decide who has control of the bike. The dual function gives your little one more control and freedom, but the parent handle allows you to take over once they start feeling a little tired.
Age suitability | 10 to 36 months |
Max weight | 17 kg |
Material | Aluminium, plastic, fabric |
Colour options | Pink, Red |
Harness | 5 point safety harness |
Adjustable seat | Yes |
Adjustable parent handle | Yes |
The versatility of the SmarTrike STR3 Plus 6 in 1 Folding Trike is the main selling point, and so it should be! This tricycle stroller grows with your little one, from a teeny toddler to an adventurous child. The two-stage training pedals make it super easy for your child to grasp the basics of riding, and by the time you remove the parent handle and toddler accessories, your child will be more than capable of riding their big kid trike on their own.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The SmarTrike STR3 Plus 6 in 1 Folding Trike is great for parents who want to introduce their children to the world of cycling as early as ten months old, giving them a safe way to ride without carrying around a big and cumbersome stroller with you. This bike folds up compactly and can be carried with one hand, so you’ll barely notice it coming with you.
Next up is another tricycle stroller from SmarTrike, but the 3 in 1 Breeze S Toddler Trike is designed for slightly older children starting at 15 months. The seat comes with a height attachment for a more comfortable ride, as well as a waist belt and bumper bar for added safety. The attachments, along with the parent handle, can then be removed to become an independent trike once your little one gets older.
The patented front wheel shock absorbers ensure that your little one has the most comfortable ride possible.
Age suitability | 15 months + |
Max weight | 17 kg |
Material | Aluminium, plastic |
Colour options | Unicorn, dino |
Harness | Single seatbelt |
Adjustable seat | No |
Adjustable parent handle | Yes |
The parent and child modes are great for growing toddlers on the 3 in 1 Breeze S Toddler Trike, as the parent can make the decision of who has control over the bike. You can decide whether you want to steer your little one or if you want to pass the reins to them. All it takes is a simple push of the button so you can switch between modes throughout your ride.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The 3 in 1 Breeze S Toddler Trike is great for parents who want a tricycle for their young toddlers to learn responsibility and steering without the risk of using an independent trike right off the bat. The parent handle and attachments for younger children are easily removed, so you can swap between modes within an instant.
Next up is the Kinderfeets Tiny Tot 2-in-1 Trike, an award-winning, patented balance wooden trike from Makii, a Dutch brand who are taking the world by storm. This trike can be converted into a balance bike once your little one develops their balancing skills, allowing them to use it for longer.
There are no pedals or brakes on this trike, so your child has the freedom to focus on their balance only. This set of wheels will help them to develop vital skills quicker, as there are fewer distractions on the bike. While they’ll need another trike or bike to learn how to use pedals eventually, this balance trike is the perfect first step in their cycling journey.
Age suitability | 12 to 24 months + |
Max weight | 20 kg |
Material | FSC-certified bamboo |
Colour options | Silver sage |
Harness | No harness |
Adjustable seat | Yes |
Adjustable parent handle | No |
The seat of the Kinderfeets Tiny Tot 2-in-1 Trike is adjustable, so your child can use it for longer without worrying about outgrowing it. This is also great for children who are taller than the average for their age, so they can still get the most out of their bike without outgrowing it prematurely.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Kinderfeets Tiny Tot 2-in-1 Trike is perfect for children who need a little help in learning about balance and core stability. It’s adjustable, so it will last you longer than you expect, and the added security of the lower height makes your child more confident about riding, hopefully setting them up for success in the future.
Another balance trike that converts to a balance bike, the Lifespan Kids Scout 2-in-1 Balance Bike & Trike is strong, sturdy, and can hold children up to the weight of 30 kg. Despite the absence of pedals and other bike features, your child will use this single toy well! The EVA padded seat cover and rubber tyres offer a lovely and smooth ride, taking any surface in its stride.
The adjustable height means that any child can use this trike, no matter their height or skill level. This gives them more freedom to learn at their own pace without worrying about outgrowing the bike.
Age suitability | 12 months + |
Max weight | 30 kg |
Material | Birch plywood |
Colour options | Natural wood/black |
Harness | No harness |
Adjustable seat | Yes |
Adjustable parent handle | No |
The Lifespan Kids Scout 2-in-1 Balance Bike & Trike is excellent for improving our child’s strength, gross motor skills, mobility, and coordination. By learning the basics of riding this bike, your child should also (hopefully!) feel more confident and impressed with themselves, making them feel good about their development!
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
Again, the Lifespan Kids Scout 2-in-1 Balance Bike & Trike is an excellent trike for younger children who are just starting out in their cycling journey and who need to focus on their balance before moving on to learning pedals and brakes. It’s a great starting point that can be taken off-road on all of your family adventures!
The 4 in 1 toddler tricycle from Globber is the perfect learning tool for children between the ages of ten months and five years, thanks to its increased functionality and versatility. The infant trike is the first stage for the youngest toddlers before moving onto the guided push trike. This then converts to the training trike, before turning into a balance bike for ages two to five years.
You can choose whether you want to remove the pedals as your little one grows, turning this trike into a balance bike or not. Either way, it’s a great starting point to introduce your child to riding a bike and how they might do it without your assistance.
Age suitability | 10 months to 5 years |
Max weight | 30 kg |
Material | Aluminium, plastic, polyester canopy |
Colour options | Mint |
Harness | 5 point safety harness |
Adjustable seat | Yes |
Adjustable parent handle | Yes |
There’s plenty of love with the Globber Explorer 4 in 1 Trike, from the high seat to the adjustability, not to mention the fact that the assembly is completely tool-free! Don’t crack out the toolbox for the Globber Explorer – all you need is two hands and the detailed instructions. Oh, and a little helper never hurts!
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Globber Explorer 4 in 1 Trike is a good choice for parents who want to offer their children an alternative way to ride around other than their stroller. A push trike is more interactive – not to mention how cool they’ll look on their new wheels! The tool-less assembly is an added bonus – perfect for parents who aren’t handy with a toolbox.
The BoPeep 2 in 1 trike is a great option for children and parents who like to explore the world. The adjustable parent handle gives you the control to steer the trike while your little one helps out with their handles. Once they get a little more confident, you can give them full control thanks to the working pedals!
There is plenty of adjustability across this bike, along with added safety features such as the harness, parent wrist strap, and padded bumper bar.
Age suitability | 18 months to 6 years |
Max weight | 25 kg |
Material | Frame – Steel and ABS, Seat padding – HDPE, Tyres, – EVA Foam |
Colour options | Green, Black, Pink, Purple |
Harness | 3-point harness |
Adjustable seat | No |
Adjustable parent handle | Yes |
The BoPeep push trikes offer excellent cushioning for riding along all surfaces. The added height from the frame and the wheel offers more suspension, and the EVA foam wheels take more bumps in their stride. This is a great bike for off-road exploring and taking on grass, gravel, or dirt roads.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The BoPeep is one of the more budget-friendly options on our list, but we don’t think that this takes away from the functionality at all. This push tricycle is perfect for parents on a budget who want to explore everywhere and anywhere with their little one, thanks to the premium wheels and added suspension, ready to tackle any terrain imaginable.
Another balance trike that converts into a bike within seconds, the Kinderfeets – Tiny Tot PLUS is an excellent first bike for young toddlers. The extra wide base offers them better stability and security, and the 9-inch airless tyres provide better balance for unsure riders.
Every part of this bike has been designed to make transitioning from a trike to a bike easier, giving your little one the best start in their riding journey. This trike develops gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and balance. What’s not to like?!
Age suitability | 18 months to 4 years |
Max weight | 25 kg |
Material | Sustainable birchwood |
Colour options | Bamboo, Rose, Silver Sage, Slate Blue, White |
Harness | No harness |
Adjustable seat | Yes |
Adjustable parent handle | No |
Kinderfeets has ensured that their Tiny Tot PLUS have all been made with sustainable and environmentally friendly materials. From the sustainably sourced birchwood body to the non-toxic paints and finishes, you can rest assured that this bike is completely safe for your child to use – in functionality and design!
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Kinderfeets – Tiny Tot PLUS is a great push trike for parents who are concerned about their impact on the environment and who want a bike that has been made in a sustainable way. The minimal packaging and sustainable materials go a long way in reducing the carbon footprint of these balance trikes.
This bike is great for younger children who haven’t yet perfected their balance skills and who need to work on these before moving on to learning how to ride a complete kids’ bike.
The Cocomelon Trike With Bucket is a great gift to get children who love Cocomelon. We don’t know what it is, but kids seem to love JJ and his friends. So, why not get them excited about cycling with a trike featuring the Cocomelon characters? This trike is strong and sturdy, designed for children aged 3 to 6 years old. It meets the AS/NZS8124 safety requirements, so not only is it super cool and trendy, but it’s also completely safe to use.
Age suitability | 3 to 6 years |
Max weight | 30 kg |
Material | Steel frame |
Colour options | Yellow/blue |
Harness | No harness |
Adjustable seat | No |
Adjustable parent handle | No |
This Cocomelon Trike With Bucket comes with everything you might expect from a basic trike. It’s not adjustable or suitable for younger toddlers, but the cheaper price reflects this. You’re not overpaying for a trike that won’t last your child long – they can get three years of use from this one-push tricycle! Plus, they’ll love carrying around their belongings in the back bucket.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Cocomelon Trike With Bucket is perfect for any child who loves Cocomelon. So, all of them? Pretty much!
This is a great budget-friendly option if you want a trike for older kids or children transitioning from a balance bike to a two-wheeler. It’s not the best for cushioning or off-roading, but it’s good enough for children working on their pedalling and steering skills.
The Fire Truck Tandem Trike is a super cool trike, especially if you have two children. One kid sits in the driving seat, and the other gets to be carted around in the back like royalty. Alternatively, your little one can pedal their toys or teddies around with them if none of their friends want a ride.
The fire engine design is great for boosting imagination and creativity. Pair it with a fireman’s hat, and you’ve got a super fun role-playing game to take up most of the day! The EVA foam tyres make this trike good for both indoor and outdoor play, with the steel frame strong enough to hold a combined weight of 40 kg.
Age suitability | 3 years + |
Max weight | 40 kg |
Material | Tubular steel diamond frame |
Colour options | Red |
Harness | No harness |
Adjustable seat | No |
Adjustable parent handle | No |
The Fire Truck Tandem Trike features a reinforced frame for two children to play at once without risking damaging the bike. The frame is oversized for your little one to grow into, giving them more years to enjoy this bike. The safety pedals feature deep grips to prevent your child from slipping. The same can be said for the handlebars, so safety isn’t a concern with this push trike.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
Look no further than the Fire Truck Tandem Trike if you’ve been looking for multiple push trikes for your children. Instead of having to buy two separate trikes for your kids, you can save money with this tandem trike without having to worry about them arguing over who gets to ride it first. Everybody wins!
Another tricycle stroller, the 3 Wheel Trike is suitable for children between the ages of 18 months and 36 months. However, depending on your child’s weight and height, they might be able to get even more use from this trike in the self-riding mode! So, there’s no hard and fast rule as to when this bike needs to be retired. Considering the low price, you’re getting a great deal with this push trike!
Age suitability | 18 – 36 months + |
Max weight | 20 kg |
Material | Frame – Steel, Wheel – Ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA), Seat and basket – Polypropylene (PP) |
Colour options | Red |
Harness | No harness |
Adjustable seat | No |
Adjustable parent handle | Yes |
Using the 3 Wheel Trike could not be easier, with a foldable frame to fit into your car’s trunk or storage space within the house. The parent handle is both adjustable and removable, turning this from a tricycle stroller to a self-riding trike within seconds. There is no harness, so bear this in mind when using it with younger toddlers in the assisted riding mode.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The 3 Wheel Trike is great for parents on a budget who might be looking for a trike to test whether their children will actually use it before opting for a more expensive alternative. With two uses, this trike is perfect for toddlers confident with their balancing and who will listen to their parents rather than trying to jump off the seat every time the trike is in motion.
Last but not least on our list of best trikes, we have the Rastar Licensed Trike. It has been officially licensed by Land Rover, the car manufacturer, which adds to the cool factor and will surely make your kid love it even more. This 2 in 1 bike can be converted from a pedal trike to a balance bike.
The larger front wheel offers excellent suspension, while the smaller wheels at the back offer better stability for younger riders.
Age suitability | 24 months + |
Max weight | 20 kg |
Material | Steel frame |
Colour options | Red and Black |
Harness | No harness |
Adjustable seat | No |
Adjustable parent handle | No |
The Rastar Licensed Trike is an excellent bike if you’re hoping to take it off-road often, with anti-slip ABS tyres and durable grips on the handlebars and pedals. There are no sharp edges along the design of this trike, with each piece having been firmly welded to prevent splitting or breaking. This bike has been made with both safety and durability in mind.
Below we have listed pros and cons based on real buyer feedback:
The Rastar Licensed Trike is the only one that Land Rover has licensed, so it’s automatically best for any child who is a fan of Land Rover cars. Imagine gifting them their own Land Rover vehicle, with the logo on the frame and everything! This is a good trike for children over two years old who want to learn more about balance and stability.
Now that you’ve read through our list of 12 best trikes, how are you going to pick which is the best for your child? We have detailed a few things to consider before committing to purchasing a trike below:
Once you’ve got a better picture of the trike you want for your little one, you’ll find that shopping and buying it will be much easier. Don’t settle for anything less than perfect!
Thanks for reading our guide on the best push trikes on the market! There is so much choice out there that you’re guaranteed to find something amazing for your little one. Just make sure that you’re choosing the best push tricycle for your child’s age, skill level, and interests.
Good luck, and have fun!