8 Best Toddler Bikes

Our favorite toddler bike is the Co-op Cycles’ REV 16. We like it because it is high quality and looks like a high-end bike. However, it is available at a lower-end price. This bike has a classic look that will get compliments every time you’re out riding with your child. It comes with plenty of tasteful stickers for your child to use to decorate the bike.

We also like this bike because it holds up well to tag along with Dad on multiple terrains: sidewalk, road, gravel, and dirt trails. The aluminum frame is sturdy and light. It also has coaster brakes that Co-op Cycles makes especially for little hands.

This bike will best accommodate older, taller toddlers. Because it is so well made, your child can pass it along to younger siblings when they outgrow it. It also will not depreciate much in resale value when you finally need it out of your garage.

The PlasmaCar is one of the best ride-on toys on the market. There are imitations and counterfeits, so be careful that you’re getting the real thing. This ride-on toy can be a precursor to using a bike and is appropriate for ages three and up. When we say “and up,” we mean that it can accommodate an adult up to 220 pounds. Since it is well-made, it will last through multiple ages and multiple children.

Your child can either use their feet or put their feet on the running board and wiggle the wheel back and forth to make the PlasmaCar go. The PlasmaCar is simple. It requires no batteries and has no gears nor pedals. It is also appropriate for indoor and outdoor use, although the company suggests not using it on wooden floors.

Unlike some outdoor toys, your child will spend hours rather than minutes getting great exercise with this toy. The PlasmaCar uses the natural forces of gravity, friction, inertia, and centrifugal force to help your child develop coordination, balance, and motor skills. Your child can reach thrilling speeds of up to 6mph with the PlasmaCar. If this is not fast enough, you can upgrade the tires with polyurethane rollerskate wheels to go faster.

The PlasmaCar meets and exceeds all USA, Canadian, and European safety standards. It has also won multiple awards over two decades, including the 2005 Gold Seal Award, 2005 Dr. Toy’s Best Vacation Winner, 2005 TNPC Seal of Approval, 2006 Oppenheim Portfolio Platinum Seal Award, 2007 TDmonthly Top Seller, and the 2016 Totally Awesome Awards Seal.

The Specialized brand has built a reputation in the world of adult cyclists for high-quality bicycles. At DadsAgree.com, we know that your tot deserves the absolute best. That’s why we have included the Specialized Hotwalk Carbon on our list of balance bikes. This bike is top-of-the-line and comes at a top-of-the-line price. Your little Pre-K racer will soon be on their way to cycling just like Dad with their hot, hot balance bike.

Specialized uses the same technology for this balance bike as they do for their award-winning adult bikes. You will find that their balance bike has an all-carbon frame, fork, handlebars, and wheels. Other high-quality components include a low-friction Body Geometry saddle and Rhythm Lite tires. The visual results are stunning.

The Hotwalk includes a push/carry handle for parents. So if your little racer finishes riding five blocks away from home, it’s easier for you to get the bike home. At 4.5 pounds, it’s also reasonably lightweight for both your child and you.

Strider is the company responsible for the original balance bike concept. Their 12 Sport model is superior to the classic version because it has Easy Adjust technology to fit kids longer, a padded seat, and a handlebar pad. As your child grows, Dad can adjust the seat and handlebars without tools. Thus, your child can start using this balance bike as early as 18 months and shouldn’t outgrow it until age five unless they would prefer to switch to a pedal bike.

This balance bike is made from a durable steel frame and weighs in at 6.7 pounds.  It has mini-grips for easy control. The 12 Sport’s tires are puncture-proof so that you don’t have to worry about airing them up. It also comes with an ergonomic padded seat for comfort. If you’re a Dad that likes to customize, you can upgrade the bike with foot brakes and heavy-duty tires.

The retro look of the Schwinn Roadster Tricycle is probably going to be nostalgic for Dad. These look like the high-quality metal tricycles of yesteryear.  With its steel frame, rear wooden deck, and chrome fenders, this guy could be from any decade. To complete its retro style, it includes mustache-style cruiser handlebars, black fabric tassels, and a classic bike bell.

Your child will probably think the bell is the very best part. Dad will appreciate that the trike is heavy (24.4 pounds and has a low center of gravity. Thus, it is less likely to flip over. Another bonus is that this tricycle comes with rubber tires rather than plastic or foam ones. The seat is also adjustable, moving forward and backward into five lockable positions to accommodate growing legs and different kids.

You will also appreciate that Schwinn toddler trikes come with a lifetime warranty.

If you’re a Dad who wants a tricycle that can double as a stroller and grow with your child from age 9 months to 5 years, look no further. The Radio Flyer Deluxe EZ Fold 4-in-1 Stroll ‘N Trike does it all. This tricycle grows with your child and easily converts to new configurations when you remove accessories.

The four different configurations for this tricycle include:

• Toddler trike: 9 months – 18 months
• Steering trike: 18 months – 24 months
• Learn-to-ride trike: 2 to 3 years
• Classic trike: 4 to 5 years

Removable accessories include:

• UV protection canopy
• Tray
• Headrest
• Comfort seat pad
• Seat belt
• Footrest
• Parent pouch
• XL storage basket
• Adjustable-height parent push handle with foam grip

Dads will also appreciate the tricycle’s one-step, easy fold-down design. Its foldability makes for easy garage or trunk storage. The tricycle also comes with high-density, non-puncture foam tires.

DadsAgree.com knows that some little girls want a bike that matches their princess style and comes with a basket. So we’ve included a toddler bike for girls in our list. The Schwinn Elm comes in 3 different colors in combinations of turquoise, pink, and purple to fit your little girl’s discerning tastes. This bike also comes in 6 different sizes from ages 2 to 6+ years.  The first bike in this series is a balance bike.

The balance bike has an all-steel frame.  Dad can effortlessly raise and lower the padded seat for size adjustments. The saddle also includes a handle for pushing and effortless towing when your child gets tired. The balance bike also has no-puncture foam wheels. Your child will find the steering of the balance bike to be extremely smooth.

The pedal bike versions all include Schwinn’s SmartStart Technology. They have a lightweight frame, pedals in a more comfortable forward position than most bikes, and smaller grips. Your child can either reverse the pedals or use a hand brake to stop the bicycle. Dad can adjust the saddle tool-free. The 12” to 16” bikes all include a removable handle for dad to push and tow the bike. 12” to 16” bikes have removable training wheels. All include chain guards.

The RoyalBaby Kids Bike has you covered no matter what age your child starts their bicycling career. It comes in 5 toddler bike sizes, from 12-inch wheels to 20-inch wheels. It also comes in  7 colors. Whether you’re great at putting together toddler toys or not, you’ll probably be glad to find out that this bike comes 95% assembled.

The RoyalBaby Kids Bike has received several international design excellence awards. Its 2.4” wide pneumatic tires provide excellent stability. The pedals are non-slip, and it has safe handle grips. It also comes with a chain guard to keep loose pants and sticks from getting caught in the chain. RoyalBaby bikes have a unique, safer training wheel type. They make their hand brakes with a smaller angle that it is easier for little hands to squeeze. Your child will appreciate the luxuries of an ergonomic seat and a water bottle holder.