Almost as soon as little ones learn to walk, they’re ready to start rolling. With scooters available to buy for those aged 18 months and over, they’ve become one of the most popular items for families. The best kids’ scooters will encourage independence and improve balance and spatial awareness – all while minimising the time it takes to get to your destination.
Whether your kids are using scooters to get to nursery or school, or to do tricks in the park at the weekend, there’s something out there for all ages. From sit-on designs to three- and two-wheeled models, your child can travel by scooter through life as a toddler right up until they’re an adult.
If you want to save on storage space, or if you’ll likely end up carrying your kid’s scooter on or under a buggy, a folding scooter is something to consider, too. Whichever style of scooter you opt for, make sure you remember to kit out your kids with one of the best helmets, too – accidents happen, and the odd tumble is pretty much inevitable.
With all that in mind, I enlisted the help of some mini testers to put a range of kids' scooters through their paces. The top pick is the Liferyder infinity for its sturdiness and stability, but there are a few other options to consider, especially for younger children.
How I tested
As a mother of three children (an eight-year-old and six-year-old twins) who love travelling on wheels, I was able to ensure the scooters on test were thoroughly put through their paces. They were tested on pavements and other types of smooth surfaces – including, unfortunately, inside the house – and on skate ramps. I also enlisted a toddler to help test the smaller scooters.
In particular, my mini testers and I considered the following key criteria:
- Adjustability: Could the scooters be adjusted for growing children? Scooters that were easy enough for bigger children to adjust themselves scored extra points.
- Ease of turning and braking: I paid close attention to whether a scooter could safely get around a corner or stop at traffic lights without any sudden jerks. A few of the scooters on test had more than one set of brakes, for extra peace of mind.
- Stability: To ensure the children could stay safe while having fun, each scooter needed a good level of stability. Some of the scooters on test had a lean-to-steer design, while others came with handy kickstands.
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Kat Storr has been a freelance journalist for more than 12 years. She began her career in digital news before her journey into parenthood shifted her interests more towards parenting, relationships, and health and well-being. With a little help from her three sons, Kat has tested everything from the best remote control cars to the best garden football goals, and knows how to spot a worthwhile product that will stand the test of time.
The best kids’ scooters for 2025 are:
- Best overall – Liferyder infinity: £140, Amazon.co.uk
- Best budget buy – Zinc explorer scooter: £29.99, Amazon.co.uk
- Best eco design – Banwood eco scooter: £69.99, Smallkins.com
- Best for toddlers – Early Learning Centre three-wheeled zoomer scooter: £40, Amazon.co.uk
- Best for teenagers – Oxelo mid-9 scooter: £79.99, Decathlon.co.uk
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Liferyder infinity kids all terrain children's scooter
Best: Kids' scooter overall
Age range: 5-15 years
Colours: About 40 designs
Max weight: 50kg
Max handlebar height: 89cm
Why we love it
- Lots of designs to choose from
- Built to last
- Tyres can cope with all terrain
Take note
- You need a tool to collapse the scooter
- Heavier than some other options
The Liferyder is designed to be used from when your child is just starting school to when they’re in their mid-teens, and it’s certainly built to last.
Whatever your kids’ tastes, this scooter comes in a range of designs (about 40, in fact), so there’s bound to be one to suit. The designs come in the form of waterproof, removable stickers, which need to be applied after unboxing – this may have caused a few arguments among my mini testers, but the final result was impressive.
The scooter has robust, 12in, air-filled rubber wheels (making it suitable for all kinds of terrain), and a large footplate to accommodate growing feet. Meanwhile, the handlebar can be adjusted to three height settings (75cm, 80cm and 85cm). The scooter is designed for children 110-160cm tall, which might make it slightly too small for some teenagers.
A tool is included to collapse the scooter down, and this was very straightforward to do. Assembly took a little longer than anticipated, but the scooter felt sturdy and safe once everything was set up. At 5.5kg it’s a little heavier than others featured here, but this shouldn’t be an issue for older children. The only real issue is that it’s one of the most expensive scooters we tried, but you definitely get what you pay for.
Buy now £140.00, Amazon.co.uk
Zinc explorer kids' scooter
Best: Budget kids' scooter
Age range: 3 years +
Colours: Unicorn theme, space theme
Max weight: 50kg
Max handlebar height: 86.5cm
Why we love it
- Great price
- Four height options
Take note
- Hard to take apart
Any scooter with light-up wheels is an instant winner, and this one is no different. Little explorers can light up their routes day or night with this wallet-friendly product. It’s another three-wheeler that is suitable for those aged three and up, and has safety features such as rubber grips on the handlebars and an easy-to-use rear footbrake.
My mini testers put the space-themed explorer through its paces, but a unicorn-themed design is also available. The scooter can be adjusted to four height settings (73cm, 77.5cm, 82cm and 86.5cm), but parents might feel a bit frustrated that their child will grow out of it quite quickly.
One of the main downsides to this scooter is that it’s tricky to take apart. It took two of us to remove the handlebars from the footplate. One of us had to press the button, while the other tugged them apart. This would perhaps put families off if they want a scooter to quickly shove under a buggy or in the boot of a car. However, I still think this would be a good choice for anyone new to scooting, looking for a budget-friendly option.
Buy now £29.99, Amazon.co.uk
SmarTrike xtend ride-on plus
Best: Kids' scooter that grows with your child
Age range: 12 months to 12 years
Colours: Pink, teal, green and grey
Max weight: 50kg
Max handlebar height: 90cm
Why we love it
- Easy to adapt
- Folds down quickly
Take note
- Older children may prefer a more grown-up scooter
This scooter will grow and change with your child as they become more confident and independent. It’s an innovative four-in-one design that can join your family (as a parent-controlled ride-on scooter) when your baby is just 12 months old. Once your child is two years old, they can still use the ride-on mode, but they can start to move the scooter independently with their feet. For those aged three years old and upwards, this model transforms into a proper scooter for kids to stand on. The fourth element is that the handlebar extends, making this scooter suitable for children aged up to 12 years old.
My mini testers loved pushing each other on the sit-on trunk and storing their toys inside it. It was really easy to remove the trunk and push-along handle to make the transition to a scooter for older kids. The extendable footplate is a really great feature that I didn’t see on any of the other scooters tested. The boys also loved the large (142mm) LED wheels, which took them over bumpy terrain easily and even through the local woods.
The rear brake was very effective when scooter races between the boys were organised, and I loved the fact that this model was easy to fold down and store with just the push of a button.
Buy now £109.00, Smartrike.co.uk
Micro maxi foldable LED scooter
Best: Foldable kids' scooter
Age range: 5-12 years
Colours: 7 colours
Max weight: 50kg
Max handlebar height: 90cm
Why we love it
- Easy to fold
- Lightweight
- Customisable with accessories
Take note
- Small wheels
- Expensive
This brand’s scooters come in a range of bright colours, with helmets to match. They have easy-to-adjust handlebars, grippy footplates and are easy to fold down. The maxi is a three-wheeler but suits children aged five and over who’ve mastered scooting. My young testers had already used the brand’s smaller mini scooters, so they already knew how to steer and balance.
As such, my mini testers took to this scooter like ducks to water. They also loved the LED wheels, which make the scooter a great choice for trips home from school when it’s dark, adding a bit of fun to every journey.
This scooter comes in eight different colours and with the added option of personalising the foot plate. Micro also sells several accessories, including handlebar tassels, bells and baskets.
Micro’s scooters may be more expensive than some others, but this trusted brand has used anti-corrosive materials for its products, which means they’re built to last. I’ve handed down the children’s minis to family members, and the scooters still look like they’ve barely been used.
Buy now £159.95, Micro-scooters.co.uk
Globber glo-up foldable plus eco scooter
Best: Multifunctional kids' scooter
Age range: 15-36 months for ride-on, and 3-7 years for scooter
Colours: Blue, mint, pink, lime green, navy blue and deep pink
Max weight: 50kg
Max handlebar height: 93cm
Why we love it
- No tools needed to switch modes
- Steering lock
Take note
- Ride-on seat is quite small
This remarkable scooter does it all. It can transform from a sit-on bike to a walking bike and finally to a scooter when your child is ready. I enlisted a three-year-old to help test this one, and it’s safe to say it was a hit. The ride-on and walking bike modes are suitable for children aged 15 months to three years, and the scooter is suitable up to age seven.
Everything about this scooter is designed to keep children safe and happy and minimise stress for parents. It’s easy to switch between the three modes, without needing any tools, and a push button makes it easy to fold down the scooter for storage. The steering lock is a really useful feature if your toddler hasn’t quite got to grips with balancing and control yet.
My mini tester was perhaps a little too old to sit on it, but he enjoyed being pushed around by his older cousins. The three-height adjustable handlebar meant all of my young testers had a play, and the overwhelming conclusion was that it is an excellent introductory scooter.
Buy now £79.99, Globber.co.uk
Micro cruiser
Best: Chopper-style kids' scooter
Age range: 5-12 years
Colours: 7 colours
Max weight: 100kg
Max handlebar height: 74cm
Why we love it
- LED wheels
- Easy to assemble
Take note
- Expensive
- Two wheels can take some practice for younger users
The chopper-style handlebar of this scooter turns it into a sportier version of Micro’s other two-wheeler options. My mini tester had never used this kind of handlebar before but found it made it easier to turn without feeling like they were going to fall off, even when going at quite a pace.
Like the maxi scooter above, the LED wheels, powered by the scooting movement, are a fun feature that brightened up the trip home from school. I also like the fact that this scooter has a kickstand, making it easier to park at school, while the foldable stem helps with storage.
The 200mm wheels glide smoothly over pavements while also absorbing any bumps or dips. The cruiser was quick to assemble, and I love the bright aqua colour. The only potential downside is that I think it’s more suitable for the 5-10 age range than for older children, as the maximum height recommendation is 146cm, and the handlebars do feel quite low.
Buy now £154.95, Micro-scooters.co.uk
Trunki folding scooter
Best: Kids' scooter for the school run
Age range: 3 years +
Colours: Blue and pink
Max weight: 50kg (small), 75kg (large)
Max handlebar height: 78cm (small), 91cm (large)
Why we love it
- Carry strap
- Storage bag
Take note
- Heavier than some other scooters tested
You’ve probably seen children whizzing through airports on Trunki’s cute wheeled suitcases but the brand makes scooters, too. The brand has two scooter sizes – the small version is suitable for three-year-olds and above (up to 50kg), while the larger size is for those aged four years plus (up to 75kg).
The scooter is easy to use with its lean-to-steer design and extra-wide rear wheel. I loved the fact that, when folded, it can be kept in a storage bag, and it also has a carry strap, which can also be used for towing tired children. Similar to other scooters on this list, Tunki’s has a non-slip footplate and can be raised to four height positions. The footplate is larger than some other scooters on this list, which kept our testers safe when whizzing around bends. At 2.75kg for the small version and 3.5kg for the larger size, it’s a little heavier than some others on the market, but the strap makes life a lot easier.
Buy now £59.99, Trunki.co.uk
Early Learning Centre three-wheeled zoomer scooter
Best: Kids’ scooter for toddlers
Age range: 2 years +
Colours: Pink and blue
Max weight: Up to 20kg
Max handlebar height: 72cm
Why we love it
- Cheap
- Lightweight
Take note
- Will be outgrown quickly
- Plastic wheels
ELC is a trusted brand when it comes to products for young children. This scooter is cheaper than others on this list but it makes a great first scooter for children still mastering their balance and coordination skills. My young testers were slightly too big for this model but loved putting its rear brake and stability to the test. The non-slip footplate will give parents peace of mind that their child is safe, and the three-wheeled design mean toddlers can easily get to grips with the basics. The scooter is really lightweight (1.7kg), too, so it’s easy to chuck in the back of the car, or carry on a buggy when little legs get tired of scooting.
However, the price does reflect the quality. The wheels are plastic rather than rubber, so they may not hold up that well. Given that your child might outgrow this scooter quite quickly, it still makes a good choice for a young child who’s ready to roll.
Buy now £40.00, Amazon.co.uk
Oxelo mid-9 scooter
Best: Scooter for teenagers
Age range: 9-14 years
Colours: Red, grey and pink
Max weight: 100kg
Max handlebar height: 77cm
Why we love it
- Handlebar brake
- Good height and weight maximum
Take note
- Colours aren’t very bright
- Two wheels can take some practice for younger users
For any teenagers starting to gain some independence, this is a super scooter for whizzing around town. It has front suspension and big wheels, which makes it suitable for urban areas. In this lineup, this is also the only scooter with a handlebar brake, which took some getting used to for my mini testers, but they eventually got the hang of it while doing countless laps in the local park.
I also love the fact that this scooter folds down easily, and the fact that it has front and rear mudguards. With a height limit of 175cm (about 5ft 7in) and a weight limit of 100kg, this scooter could even see your kids into adulthood.
Buy now £79.99, Decathlon.co.uk
Banwood eco scooter
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Best: Eco kids’ scooter
Age range: 3 years +
Colours: 10
Max weight: 50kg
Max handlebar height: 80cm
Why we love it
- Made with recycled plastic
- Attractive colours
Take note
- It doesn’t fold
- Harder to steer than some other options
This is a really stylish scooter made from 100 per cent recycled plastic. I loved the fact that it’s made from repurposed items such as bottles, bags, cups and fishing nets, but this is also an attractive scooter that’s easy to ride for those aged three and up.
The T-shaped handlebar can be adjusted to 70cm, 75cm, and 80cm, and there is a wide footplate on which children should feel safe and stable. While it’s a very lightweight scooter (2.5kg), my mini testers didn’t find the steering as smooth compared to other scooters on test. This model doesn’t fold down, either, but this wasn’t too much of an issue, as it’s so light to carry.
This would make a great starter scooter, which can stay with your child as they grow, while also helping to reduce plastic waste.
Buy now £69.99, Smallkins.com
What is the best kids’ scooter?
The Liferyder infinity is my top pick of the kids' scooters. This is a product made in Britain by a family-run business that knows what parents and children need. Decorating your scooter is a really unique and fun feature, and I love that this scooter is sturdy yet stylish. The big wheels made it suitable for off-roading as well as the school run. It’s just perfectly built for adventures.
If you need something more budget-friendly, the Zinc explorer kids' scooter is a good choice under £30, but it may not hold up that long. For a longer-lasting scooter, the SmarTrike xtend ride-on plus will last from 12 months to 12 years.
Special mention also goes to the Micro cruiser, which is a really great scooter from a brand at the top of the industry. The chopper-style handlebars are rare on kids’ scooters, and they made ste There’s a reason why this brand is a reliable go-to for so many families.
What to look for in a kids’ scooter
Safety is the most important feature to consider. You need a scooter with solid parts and durable wheels to help prevent accidents. Until your kids are around 5, a three-wheeled scooter is the safest option, because the extra wheel gives them some more stability. You also need an adjustable scooter. The best models have adjustable handlebars and footplates to adapt to growing kids. Some even convert from push-along toddler scooters to more independent scooters for older kids. If you’re tight on space, a folding scooter is essential for storage, and it makes it much easier to put the scooter in the boot to take to the park or to visit family.
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