11 Parent-Approved Ride-On Toys To Get Little Feet Moving

The SEREED Baby Balance Bike is designed for kids as young as 12 months, giving active toddlers an opportunity to push themselves around early on independently. This bike is pedal-free, with a 135-degree turning limit to keep children from accidentally tipping over while maneuvering around tight corners. 

The SEREED is made with a durable aluminum alloy frame and a gently curved seat for your child’s comfort. Parents like that the wheels are non-slip and designed to protect floors, so you can use this bike indoors or outdoors without worry. Another perk? It’s available in a slew of pretty shades, including pastel greens, blues and pinks. 

The Skip Hop 3-in-1 Baby Activity Push Walker to Toddler Scooter grows with your child, giving you plenty of mileage from one toy over time. My now-5-year-old was obsessed with this scooter and passed it on to her little sister, who is equally smitten with it as a 2-year-old. 

At the push of a button, this toy converts from a walker-slash-wagon to a ride-on to a scooter (which is why it also earned the title of the most versatile walking toy). But what I appreciate the most is the fact that you can also easily adjust the handlebars to accommodate your child’s growing height. It also comes in an adorable dog, tiger, fox or horse design and even plays music and sound effects that toddlers find extra exciting. Even still, while it’s rated for kids up to age 3, my older children still hop on it from time to time.

The Step2 Push-Around Buggy is a fun way to help kids get around without wrecking your back. The tall handle allows parents to push little ones around on walks — my daughter loves riding in this more than her stroller.  

The car, which comes in your choice of pink or red, has fun details like a sweet smile, a steering wheel that moves and a horn that honks. There’s also storage under the hood to keep snacks and small toys close. Just remember to clip on the built-in seatbelt to keep your child secure on the go. 

Support your little one’s balancing ability with this retro-inspired roadster. Easy to steer and powered by kicking feet, the large rubber wheels refuse to mark up floors, allowing for indoor play. It comes in a few fun hues, including camel, light pink and tender green, and has a stable design that’s tough to tip over, which parents appreciate the most. 

While I love the vintage car look, the France-based brand also offers airplane and fire truck ride-ons. Double down on the imaginary fun with a matching pair of racing cap and goggles or a life-like gas pump. 

You don’t have to pay hundreds for a ride-on toy — this bee-shaped buggy from B.Toys at Target is just $19. While the handle and base are crafted from wood, the squishy leather seat offers a comfy place to scoot around. The four small wheels also rotate a full 360 degrees, making it a breeze for little hands and feet to maneuver.

The Radio Flyer Grow With Me Beginner Scooter is a great option for kids who already have some level of balance and coordination. This ride-on doesn't expect them to be scooting pros, though. It has thoughtful features like a wide base and adjustable handles to help you make your little one as comfortable as possible.

A built-in foot brake helps give kids added control, while a limited turn radius lowers the odds they’ll tip over. Choose from pink and red shades. 

Strider bikes are getting a lot of buzz thanks to their high level of adjustability and ability to use them for longer periods of time. This option comes with a removable rocking base, allowing your little one to use the bike like a rocking horse before upgrading to a balance bike. 

This particular style has mini rubber grips on the handlebars and an adjustable seat that you can raise without tools as your child grows. Parents are big fans of the never-flat wheels, so gets can get moving without ever having to worry about tire pressure. 

The Banwood tricycle introduces kids to pedals with a sturdy, three-wheel design that lowers the risk of tips. This trike features rubber wheels that can be used indoors without marking your floors or making a ton of noise, but it is also suitable for outdoor play. 

The family-owned brand is known for its retro-inspired designs; the wicker basket in the front is perfect for toting around favorite toys and snacks. While the solid oak wood seat (with a vegan leather cushion for comfort) isn’t adjustable, the handlebar is, accommodating toddlers as they grow from ages 2 and up. Parents love that it’s not only super cute but offers a smooth ride to gain the confidence needed before transitioning to a bigger bike. 

The Little Tikes Cozy Coupe is an iconic ride-on that’s been popular for decades. This toy has a removable floorboard, so kids can ride or scoot as they grow. There’s also a built-in handle in the back for parents to push, as well as cup holders for your drink and theirs.

The Cozy Coupe has wheels that work inside and outside, along with fun features like working doors, a gas cap that opens and closes and a working horn. The Cozy Coupe comes in red and pink designs, along with your choice of a small or large car.

The VTech Sit-To-Stand Ultimate Alphabet Train pulls triple duty as a walker, wagon and ride-on, providing kids with plenty of options to play as they grow. This toy is packed with features to entertain busy toddlers, including a book, clock, gears, and even alphabet blocks for educational play. 

But that’s not all… this toy plays more than 100 songs and the train design allows kids to feel like a mini conductor as they scoot along. While it won’t move as fast as the others on this list, it’s high entertainment value can’t be beaten. 

Battery-powered ride-on toys have a built-in fun factor that’s hard to deny. But the Peg Perego John Deere Gator XUV takes things to the next level. This battery-powered toy has two speeds kids can use to drive around, as well as a working trunk that tilts to unload its contents.

While it’s not a cheap toy, parents can get plenty of mileage out of this investment. It offers the largest age ra

Many ride-on toys are designed for kids who are at least a year old, but the Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn 3-in-1 Smart Car is a good fit for children as young as 9 months. This toy morphs from a walker to bouncer to ride-on for a variety of uses. 

The ride-on also features three Smart Stages to teach kids a range of age-appropriate things like the alphabet, counting and colors. The car has an interactive dashboard with a working wheel, and plays more than 100 songs and sounds to extend the fun.