This premium baby bike from Avenor is one of our favorites. It’s an infant bike suitable for babies aged 6 months to 36 months. Two seat height adjustments (23cm and 27cm from the ground). This may seem small but it's important that a 1 year olds feet can go flat on the ground so they can push along. The Scoot Around features an adorable design that is basic yet highly functional. Hape ensured the right height for optimal space to scoot with the legs. Your little one may even be able to build up some speed, so make sure they wear a helmet. The handlebar has a turn limiter, preventing the rider from turning more than 135 degrees. The seat is broad and comfy for little tushies, even without a diaper. We had to include the Pewi, as this high-quality bike was a favorite for our little ones. It’s a multi-purpose bike and walker, suitable for babies aged 9 months to 3 years or up to 44 pounds. It has a unique look, like a cross between a chair and a horse, but it’s an award-winning design.

This cute, high-quality baby bike from Ancaixin is adorable. It’s suitable for toddlers aged 10 to 24 months, and it’s meant for use as a walker and ride-on toy. There is a process to learning to ride a balance bike and some 18 month olds are physically developed enough to start the process. It firstly involves just standing with a balance bike in between their legs. Then they progress to walking around with the balance bike, slowly at first. Gradually they increase the pace with which they move with the balance bike until eventually they take their feet off the floor and begin to glide. Then they start whizzing along.It has a built in steer limiter. This keeps young kids who are learning to ride from over rotating their bars and crashing. Bike size matters. For tiny toddlers, who are just mastering their walk, both feet must be firmly on the ground when they’re straddling their bike (1).

It’s incredibly lightweight, weighing approximately 4 pounds. Because of the featherweight, your little one can build up a good speed while still being able to control it. It is likely that most kids won't be showing much interest in a 2 wheel balance bike / ride on until they are at least around 18 months unless they are particularly active.

It’s low, keeping your little one close to the floor. Many parents lauded how it helped their babies learn to walk. Because it’s so sturdy, it can support them as they’re leaning against it. The Bammax bike is super lightweight at just 1.8kg, so it's easy for babies to handle the bike well on a variety of indoor and outdoor surfaces. The seat extends up to 42cm but when little ones have outgrown this, the Strider sport comes with an extra seat post that extends up to 49cm and is suitable for older kids up to age 5. The 12 inch wheels are also ideal as kids get older, bigger and more adventurous. The height of the seat should allow for a slight bend in the knee which will encourage babies to push along like they would do on a two wheel balance bike and it ensures a comfortable ride too. Toddlers love doing what they want, whenever they want, and it can be hard to predict how they will use the bike. Don’t feel disappointed if they initially use it as a toy, especially if it resembles one.

The other thing to consider when buying a balance bike for a very young child is how much the bike weighs. A heavier balance bike will be difficult for young children to control. Look for a lightweight balance bike. Ideally a balance bike should weigh no more than a 1/3 of a child's body weight. How Does a 1 Year Old Learn How To Ride a Balance Bike?

To find out what size the saddle height should be on your balance bike you will need to measure your child's inseam. This is the measurement from the floor to the top of their crotch. The saddle height on the bike should be about 1 inch less than your child's inseam so they can get on and off the bike easily as well as ride it. If you want to prepare your little one for their first two-wheeled balance bike, this is a great place to start. This pre-balance bike from Bekilole promotes confidence, coordination, muscle development, and stability. There are some more benefits to this bike. Firstly, it can help teach kids to balance. When they transition to a bigger bike in a few years, the change will be seamless. This bike helps them develop their leg muscles and coordination, making it easy to learn how to operate a bike confidently.

The XJD balance bike is ideal for children aged 10 to 24 months. It’s one of the smallest baby bikes on the market today, suitable for early walkers or late crawlers. The seat height is easily adjustable and there are four different seat heights. The handlebar does require a tool (an included hex wrench) to adjust the height.

There is not a straight yes or no answer to this question. Firstly, during the year of 1 to 2 there is so much physical development that a 12 month old is very different to a 23 month old. If you're looking to buy a 2 wheel balance bike for a 1st birthday than yes, it may be too young. However, there are ride-on toys that convert into balance bikes that may work for a child turning 1. There are also 3 wheel bikes that transform into a 2 wheel balance bike included in our list below. Baby Joy recommends this bike for babies as young as nine months old. We love it for small kids because it has a baby-friendly structure. The round frame, soft handles, and cushy seat ensure maximum comfort and stability. The non-slip wheels keep your child as safe as possible, but we still recommend you guide them as they ride.