We highly recommend this tricycle for those who are undecided between getting a tricycle and a balance bike, and want something that will last a long time. This gives you the best of both worlds, giving your toddler the chance to practice pedalling and to work on their balance and stability before eventually moving on to a 2-wheel pedal bike. The VTech Baby 2 in 1 trike is an activity centre and entry level trike. It is designed for babies from 18 months old to enjoy learning to be active with bike/trike as well as engage with the activity centre located by the handlebars. A trike lets them experience the outdoors where they actually get to participate themselves – no carrying, no sitting passively in a pram but actually moving themselves! Doing this gives your child a huge confidence boost and helps them tremendously on their way to independence – and let’s face it who doesn’t want a child that is happy to occupy themselves from time to time. Stepping stone to bicycles

Safety is paramount, and this trike takes it seriously. The 3 point safety harness secures your child in place, preventing any accidental slips or falls. The removable safety bar adds an extra layer of protection, ensuring your little one's safety during the early stages of riding. Kids love trikes because they can get at it 100% and move around over distances and speeds they’ve probably not experienced before. Kids love trikes and can start having fun with them as soon as they hit 1 year old. Exercise Overall, if you are in the market for a pushchair replacement, then this is our leading candidate of best trike. smarTrike has other, more expensive models, but we believe that this version is the best value at this price point. It’s designed for parents who want them to use this toy indoors with no intention of taking them outdoors with it. If you’re this parent then here’s the best trike for 1 year old for you.

The Bottom Line

Materials matter: You want your child to be riding a sturdy, well-constructed trike. Materials like metal, over inexpensive plastics, may cost more, but are likely more durable and will last longer. Sturdy materials mean your trike will be great for growing with your kid and passing down to younger siblings in the future. Encourage independence and watch as your child gains confidence and a sense of accomplishment with each ride. Safety is paramount, and with the Kiddo Trike, you can have peace of mind knowing your child is riding in a secure and stable vehicle.

Safety is our top priority. The rubber grips on the handles ensure a secure and comfortable grip, reducing the risk of slips and enhancing the overall riding experience. A trike is one of the first examples of how you can teach your child that being active can be fun and rewarding. Confidence and independence In conclusion, this is a bit of a niche trike even if it’s made by such a household name as VTech. We feel it’s been designed by parents who are struggling to get their children into physical toys but they are interested in electronic toys. As with other options, this trike grows with your child, starting as a push tricycle stroller suitable from 9 months (including reclining seat). As your child grows, the trike can be adjusted in stages to give them the ability to pedal and steer by themselves. In the end, it converts into a full toddler tricycle.At 1 year old your baby may or may not be able to walk and so a trike can help the latter get moving. A baby/toddler who is able to walk can exercise in a different way. The tyres are very grippy, durable and quiet which can be useful for indoor use. Also, the images don’t show it but the frame of the trike is made out of solid metal which is very strong yet light and agile. For further safety, the trike seat has a 5-point belt and harness.