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Price

£22.00

Age Range

1–3 years

Colours

Red

Bike Weight

0.8kg

The Lena Toddlebike is a perfect beginners 'scooter' (or pre-balance bike) for when a child has begun walking (usually around 18months, but it can be earlier) and has an inside leg measurement of 20cm.

The Toddlebike features two wheels at the rear, making it more stable than a balance bike if your child isn't at that stage yet, and requires more stability.

The geometry is narrower than a traditional three-wheel trike, which enables your child to learn the balance skills needed to progress quickly onto a balance bike when they are ready.

It can be used inside and outside the house and is REALLY lightweight (less than 1kg).

Price

£22.99

Age Range

1–3 years

Colours

Red Yellow Pink Green

Bike Weight

0.6kg

The Scuttlebug has a three-wheel design which is great for stability and is aimed at slightly older toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old.

Available in a range of bright, colourful designs, including bumblebee, butterfly, grasshopper and beetle.

It requires steering, so is the next stage in helping your child develop their motor skills (whilst having great fun and being active).

The Scuttlebug wheels are suitable for indoor and outdoor use and ensures a smooth, quiet ride. It folds in three simple steps meaning it's portable and can easily be taken on your travels.

Price

£39.99

Age Range

1–2 years

Colours

Red Blue Pink Green

Bike Weight

1.8kg

The Scramblebug is a popular choice with parents who have younger children desperate to get moving on wheels, but are too young to ride a balance bike.

The Scramblebug is aimed at ages 10 months to 2 years and has 4 wheels to provide maximum stability for young riders. It's available in 3 bright colourful designs - green, purple and red.

It's very lightweight, and features a 3-step simple folding system meaning it's portable so you can easily take it on your travels.  

The wheels move 360° so the rider can move around in any direction - forwards, backwards and even sideways. The Scramblebug can be used both indoors and outdoors.

Price

£59.98

Age Range

2–5 years

Rider Height

85–104cm

Inside Leg

30–41cm

Colours

Bike Weight

3.2kg

Warranty

2 years

Decathlon's budget-friendly balance bike offering is the Runride 100 with 10" wheels and solid tyres, making it a good option for inside riding, though outdoors might not be so comfortable.

The steel frame has a modern design and comes in white, and has a spot for your child to rest their feet when they've picked up enough speed.

The handlebar height and saddle height are adjustable, so you can finetune the fit.

Price

£59.99

Inside Leg

32–47cm

Colours

Bike Weight

2.97kg

Warranty

2 years

The Zinc Flyte is a 12” wheel balance bike with solid tyres, making it more suitable to indoor riding than outdoor, as well as a well-placed footrest for when they pick up speed.
Despite the fact that it’s not ideal for cycling outside, it does come with a built-in rear mudguard, so if your little one is comfortable enough with the solid tyres on uneven surfaces, then at least it’ll keep the road spray at bay.

Price

£59.99

Age Range

1–3 years

Rider Height

73–95cm

Colours

Bike Weight

2.89kg

Warranty

2 years

Price

£99.99

Age Range

1–4 years

Rider Height

82–104cm

Inside Leg

29–37cm

Colours

Blue Pink Green Red Purple

Bike Weight

3.8kg

Warranty

10 years frame & fork, 2 years everything else

The Shyre Myndie balance bike designed to make learning fun and enjoyable for 18 months and over (depending on your child's height).

The Myndie has an adjustable wheel position, which means that this balance bike will last longer than a traditional balance bike, and the inflatable tyres mean a smooth and comfortable ride on all different surfaces, inside and outside.

We've found that Shyre bikes offer good value for money across their range, although we haven't tested this specific balance bike we have reviewed a larger pedal bike and were impressed.

Price

£119.99

Age Range

1–5 years

Colours

Green Orange Pink Red

Bike Weight

3kg

Built to be incredibly robust, fast and fun, Striders are used in balance bike racing the world over, as well as by children who just want to ride at a more leisurely pace.

The most popular model is the lightweight Strider Sport which is readily available here in the UK.

The Strider Sport weighs 3kg, making it easy for your child to ride and manoeuvre. It features mini-grips meaning little hands can easily take control and learn how to ride and balance on the bike.

The saddle goes as low as 28cm, which Strider claims is suitable for 18 months plus, but remember every child is different so measure them carefully.

You can read our review of the Strider Sport here.

Price

£137.00

Age Range

1–5 years

Inside Leg

30–46cm

Colours

Pink Blue Red

Bike Weight

3.2kg

Warranty

Lifetime warranty for frames and forks, 1 year warranty for other parts

The Hoozar Cruz 12 balance bike is one of the lightest and best value balance bikes on the market which has a rear brake.

As well as the brake, the Cruz also features a lightweight frame, "proper" air filled pneumatic tyres, a footrest and adjustable scoop seat.

Weighing only 3.2kg the Cruz 12 is easy for young riders to manoeuvre and parents to transport. It is aimed at children from 18 months old to approximately 5 years old.

Price

£139.00

Age Range

1–5 years

Inside Leg

30–46cm

Colours

White Red Blue Pink Blue Yellow Green

Bike Weight

2.95kg

Warranty

Lifetime on frame and forks

The Hornit AIRO 12 is a mid-range, quality build balance bike that is a fun introduction to two wheels for children from around 18 months old.

We were extremely impressed in our full review of the Hornit AIRO 12, noting it's one of the lightest balance bikes available, which is fantastic for both the child to manoeuvre and for you to carry when they're done riding!

It’s great for mixed terrain cycling thanks to its lightweight magnesium alloy frame and proper pneumatic tyres, offering a much smoother ride than models with solid tyres.

Thoughtful features like a low saddle height for tiny legs and a footrest for when your little one gains speed make this a solid, dependable choice.

Price

£139.99

Age Range

3–5 years

Rider Height

90–105cm

Colours

White

Bike Weight

8.7kg

Warranty

Lifetime on frame, stem, handlebars. Other parts: 2 years

The BTwin 14 is sold exclusively at Decathlon (who are huge in Europe), which probably explains the more continental style "step through" frame design, and the ability to deliver this bike at such a low price.

The frame is steel, which usually means a very heavy bike. However, the style of this one, with the low step over and lack of cross bar helps keep the weight down to 8.7kg.

This is still a lot heavier than the more expensive aluminium framed 14" wheel bikes -  but it's a lot less than the 10kg plus bikes you get elsewhere, and it has "proper" tyres - beware other 14" wheel cheap bikes with foam or plastic tyres.

The very low frame itself will be easy for children to get on and off - especially important for children who would struggle to lift their leg over a higher frame. The braking system is designed specifically for smaller hands.
The bike comes with front and rear lights too, plus the 500 model has mudguards fitted, which the 100 model doesn't.

The stabilisers unscrew easily - although if your child isn't ready to pedal we'd recommend a balance bike instead.

Price

£139.99

Age Range

4–6 years

Rider Height

105–120cm

Inside Leg

48–60cm

Colours

Bike Weight

8.7kg

Warranty

2 years

The B’TWIN Discover 100 16″ Kids’ Bike is designed for children aged 4 to 6 years, typically measuring between 105 cm and 125 cm tall.  It's ideal for first-time riders graduating from balance bikes to pedals.

It features a steel frame that’s built to be simple, sturdy and easy to ride, helping little cyclists gain confidence on their early adventures.

This model has a low step-over frame, which makes it much easier for young riders to get on and off the bike independently. The adjustable handlebar and saddle height allow the bike to grow with your child, and it’s also compatible with stabilisers and child-friendly accessories like baskets and bells.

Priced at £139.99, the Discover 100 represents excellent value for money, offering a well-designed, child-friendly bike at an affordable price.

We haven't reviewed this specific bike, but on Decathlon’s site, it holds an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 84 reviews, with many parents giving 5/5 scores for compatibility, ergonomic design, preparation (assembly), and overall value.  We have however reviewed a number of BTwin bikes and have always been impressed with the value for money they offer.

Price

£140.00

Age Range

1–4 years

Inside Leg

30–47cm

Colours

Blue Green Pink Red

Bike Weight

2.89kg

Warranty

Lifetime on frame and fork

The Kidvelo Rookie 12 has been designed by some of the most experienced people in the balance bike industry.

We've taken a close look at this bike and were really impressed. They've designed Kidvelo Rookie 12 balance bike from the ground up with all the attention to detail you'd expect from people who've spent most of their careers working with balance bikes.
It has features such as sealed bearings on the wheels and a proper headset - bits you don't see but really make a difference to the quality of the product. 

You can read our review of the Kidvelo Rookie 12 here for full details of this bike. 

Price

£149.00

Age Range

1.5–3 years

Rider Height

73–81cm

Colours

Blue Red Pink Green

Bike Weight

4.2kg

Warranty

Frame and forks: Lifetime if registered, else 2 years. Other parts: 2 years

The Specialized Hotwalk balance bike has a very low frame, making it easy for young children to clamber on and off of it, regardless of what they're wearing, or how long their legs are.

There's a little ledge for putting feet on when scooting along and picking up speed, and the frame is lightweight aluminium making it reasonably easy to carry once they've had enough and you're carrying home!

Price

£159.00

Age Range

2–4 years

Rider Height

90–115cm

Colours

Orange Blue

Bike Weight

3.9kg

Warranty

Frame only - 5 years

The Cube Cubie 120 Walk balance bike is the very smallest bike in Cube's extensive kids bike range.

A low standover height means it's easy for little legs to get on and off and the tyres are "proper" pneumatics ones so they're going to be grippy and comfortable for outside riding.

Cube have fitted a steering limiter to stop your little one getting into scrapes if they decide to turn the handlebars too quickly, and to help you carry the balance bike home when they've had enough for the day there's a handle integrated into the seat.

We've not been able to review this particular bike but we've reviewed a number of larger Cube pedal bikes and have always been impressed with the German precision engineering and attention to detail.

Price

£159.99

Rider Height

70–100cm

Colours

Peach Blue Green

Bike Weight

2.68kg

Warranty

10 years - frames, rigid forks, handlebars, stem. 2 years - everything else

A deep dive into the woom WOW ride-on pre-balance bike

Price

£175.00

Inside Leg

22–30cm

Colours

Black Pistachio Green Powder Pink Sky Blue Ivory

Bike Weight

2.8kg

Warranty

2 years

Early Rider Bella Velio is a beautifully crafted first ride-on for little ones from around 10 months old.

It’s light at just 2.8kg, so toddlers can move it around easily, and it’s made from laminated walnut and birch for a premium feel that’s built to last. This isn’t just a toy – it’s a thoughtfully engineered first step into cycling from a brand known for quality.

The stand-out feature is Early Rider’s patented Active Balance Control (ABC) system, which helps children learn dynamic balance and correct their steering as they ride. The “point and go” steering makes it intuitive and enjoyable for little riders, setting them up with the basics that later make balance bikes and pedal bikes much easier.

It even comes with a removable parental handle, a little ‘passport’ to record milestones, and a polishing cloth to keep it looking smart.

Price

£179.99

Age Range

9–12 years

Rider Height

135–150cm

Colours

White

Bike Weight

13.48kg

Warranty

Lifetime on frame, stem, handlebars. Other parts: 2 years

Price

£180.00

Age Range

4–6 years

Rider Height

105–117cm

Colours

Silver Blue

Bike Weight

6kg

Warranty

Frame and Forks - lifetime guarantee - all other parts 1 year

The Carrera Cosmos 14 is a popular first pedal bike that makes a good choice for children aged 4 to 7 years. It's a good value option with a lightweight aluminium frame that brings the total weight to around 6kg, which is significantly lighter than many bikes in this price range, and most other bikes sold at Halfords. A low standover height and an adjustable seatpost also allow the bike to grow with your child and build confidence as they learn to ride.

With its reliable mini V-brakes and components designed for little riders, it's a first pedal bike that's relatively easy to handle and a great way to introduce your child to the joy of cycling.

Price

£180.00

Age Range

2–4 years

Inside Leg

36–41cm

Colours

Teal Black

Bike Weight

3.7kg

Warranty

Lifetime on frame and fork

The Boardman JRN 12" balance bike frame and fork is made from triple-butted aluminium to help keep weight low, and the single down tube construction upfront allows greater standover clearance for little legs.

Wide, fast-rolling tyres reduce bumps and vibration to build confidence, and as this grows and the speeds increase, the adjustable reach brake lever is designed for tiny hands to learn to brake (they'll wear through their shoe soles before they reach this stage).

A carry handle in the back of the balance bike-sized saddle makes the bike easy to carry when your little one has had enough biking for one day.

Price

£180.00

Age Range

0.5–3 years

Rider Height

83–109cm

Inside Leg

32–42cm

Colours

Blue Pink

Bike Weight

3.6kg

Warranty

Lifetime Frame and Forks, 1-Year Parts

If you like your child to have the latest products, then you're going to love the fact that YOMO bikes are a brand new quality kids bike brand.

They only launched at the end of 2023, but are designed by a dad with years of experience in the kids bike industry.

We've been sent one of their larger pedal bikes to review and we were immediately struck by the attention to detail, and reckon their balance bike, the YOMO 12 balance bike will be a great way to get your little onto two wheels and preparing for the transition to pedalling.

YOMO also do child size bike helmets, with an extra small size for heads 46 - 50cm in circumference.