Top 14 Best Child Bike Seats Reviews In 2021

Can’t deny it, choosing the best child bike seat is not a simple task, regardless of your needs or budget ranges. This gear decides the safety, comfort, and many more things of your kid during the ride so there’re lots of features to consider.

Along with that, you need to know which brands are good to go.

In this article today, I’m going to walk you through the 14 top-rated options on the market in 2021 as well as a complete guide to choose from. Don’t miss out!

Top 14 Best Child Bike Seats Reviews In 2021

Hamax Caress Child Bike Seats

Overall, this brand-new Hamax Caress Rear-Mounted Child Bike Seat is awesome.

It is easy to install or swap between bikes, comfortable for a 9-month toddler to sit on, and seems quite secure. I like the shock-absorbing suspension to give the kiddo a smoother ride, meaning for no waking them if they are napping on the ride.

It also allows you to recline up to 20 degrees for extra comfort while your kid is sleeping. There are, on the other hand, foot straps, footrests, backrest, and adjustable straps.

For souped-up safety, it includes an ergonomic helmet recess space for the kid’s head to comfortably rest without being pushed forward.

Above all, this child bike seat is safety certified by TUV and ASTM.

Product Specs

Dimensions	37 inches x 14 inches x 11 inches
Weight	9.7 lbs.
Weight Capacity	48.5 lbs. (22 kg)
Material	100% recyclable, phthalate-free
Highlight features	foot straps, adjustable shoulder straps, & safety certified by ASTM and TUV; shock-absorbing suspension, footrests, backrest, and ergonomic helmet recess space; Quick-Release

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iBert Child Bike Seats

This innovative child bike seat is a nice blend for those parents who want to provide their kids with a better view without compromising mobility and ease of riding.

This center-mounted design is also easier for communicating as well as prevents water, rocks, or dirt thrown in the kid’s face. There is no knee scraping or awkwardness in maneuvering.

I also found zero problems with legroom, and steering was simple. However, pedaling uphill with a new load is more challenging so take note of that.

Seat belt and lap bar is a great option.

In terms of installation, it’s simple. There needs to be a minimum of 13 inches between the drops for the seat to fit between.

Product Specs

Dimensions	26 x 14 x 9 inches
Weight	3.68 pounds
Weight Capacity	38 lbs.
Material	rust-resistant aluminum and stainless steel.
Highlight features	Center-mounted design; Seat belt and lap bar;

Schwinn Deluxe Child Bike Seats

The Schwinn Deluxe is a wonderful child bike seat. It is made of lightweight yet durable polypropylene material along with Velcro straps at the legs, a lap bar, and 3-point adjustable harness.

The seat in general seems to be comfortable and is secure, keeping the kid from sticking their feet in the wheels or kicking their Dad while riding.

There is a little spring-loaded lever that you move to slide the seat on that prevents it from sliding off, and a safety threaded (push down and turn like a medicine bottle) lock on the mount.

Installation isn’t a big matter to this kid’s bike seat. It comes with a bike rack that keeps the seat securely and can also be utilized as a traditional bike rack to hold your stuff.

Product Specs

Dimensions	16 x 9.9 x 17.5 inches
Weight	1.92 ounces
Weight Capacity	40 pounds
Material	polypropylene
Highlight features	polypropylene material; Velcro straps at the legs, a lap bar, and 3-point adjustable harness, a little spring-loaded lever, & a safety threaded lock; good cushioning

WeeRide Kangaroo Child Bike Seats

If you are looking for a center-mounted child bike seat with an independent bracket that no lines interfere with it, the WeeRide Kangaroo is worth a try.

It is very easy to install, taking less than 20 minutes, and seems secure and tight. Setting it apart from the previous iBert child bike seat is a reasonable design with good adjustments.

Even if you’re a short bike rider, just adjust it to the lowest position so that you can securely stand with the bicycle when stopping, as well as have plenty of room between you and your kid’s helmet. On the other hand, you still can pedal without your knees hitting the seat.

A big bonus is its padded dashboard to prevent face accidents and give your son a holding area instead of holding the steering bar of your bike.

Product Specs

Dimensions	20 x 12 x 20.5 inches
Weight	8.4 pounds
Weight Capacity	33 pounds
Material	Sturdy steel/plastic
Highlight features	provide adjustments to the lowest position & give plenty of room between you and your kid’s helmet; padded dashboard

CyclingDeal Child Bike Seats

The CyclingDeal Child Bike Seat is a very reliable option to consider.

It passed the swinging test 30k times with a max loading weight of 25 pounds, and moreover, has met the American safety standards for kids from 9 months to 4 years old to use.

While being so safe and durable, it is full of protection with an emphasis on the cocoon seat design as well as recess room to keep kids from slumping forward. Besides, it has foot straps with adjustable footrest and shoulder harness.

Without forgetting about its comfort, CycingDeal also adds adjustable backrest and cushions.

If you are wondering about its assemble process, rest assured, it’s very easy, all thanks to the universal quick release front mount bicycle seat saddle which lets the seat itself swap between bicycles in a blink of eyes.

Product Specs

Dimensions	24.4 x 8.3 x 15 inches
Weight	6.44 pounds
Weight Capacity	40 lbs./18 kg.
Highlight features	pass the swinging test 30k times & meet the America safety standards; recess room, foot straps with adjustable footrest, shoulder harness & cocoon design; adjustable backrest and cushions

Bell Shell Child Bike Seats

This is an excellent carrier for a child weighing under 33 pounds. It is super easy to assemble and attach to the bike whereas sturdy enough to keep your kid in place well.

It feels safe and is well-cushioned enough for him/her to have fun and comfort during the ride. I love the bar across the front as I can attach toys to it for my little one to play with. The ergonomic seat design also makes it a perfect place for your kid to sleep.

Take note that because of the size of the shell, you’ll definitely want to make sure your child is wearing a helmet.

A notable feature is a clamp which is sturdy, and a 1-year-old child fits it without issues.

The design is also perfect for those bicycle designed with a back basket as it is a couple of inches back away from the handlebars.

Product Specs

Dimensions	30.4 inches x 17 inches x 11.9 inches
Weight	10.6 pounds
Weight Capacity	Up to 33 lbs.
Material	Steel
Highlight features	ergonomic seat design with comfortable foam seat pad; Adjustable footbeds; well-ventilated design; feature a clamp

Topeak Babyseat II Child Bike Seats

I love this seat. It is measured by 15.4 x 32.5 x 19.8 inches, made of solid T6 aluminum material, and adjustable to provide lots of room to grow with a young kid.

As the rear rack part stays in place, it’s super-easy to put on and off a bike.

What makes it outstanding is the added lap bar where you can attach some of his/her favorite toys to play with during the ride. If he/she falls asleep, rest assured as there is a place for his/her head to securely rest on without getting pushed forward like in some other styles.

Just one thing to keep in mind: Make sure that your bike has the compliant pre-drilled holes for the braces.

Product Specs

Dimensions	15.4 x 32.5 x 19.8 inches
Weight	13.65 pounds
Weight Capacity	48.5 lbs.
Material	T6 aluminum
Highlight features	made of solid T6 aluminum material & adjustment construction; a lap bar

Polisport Guppy Child Bike Seats

The Polisport Guppy Child Bike Seat receives two awards – winner of a Taipei Cycle Awards and winner of an IF Design Award. It also complies with TÜV GS – EN 14344. So in terms of durability, safety, and performance, there’s no need to worry about it.

It is specifically designed to carry a kid from 9 months to 5 years old, weighing no more than 48.5 pounds.

The seat is adjustable to fit different kid’s height and bike size. It can be moved forward and backward, along with four footrest positions and two harness height adjustments.

The cushion is comfortable and well-ventilated for breathability. Above all, it is removable for easy maintenance or replacement if needed.

The seat doesn’t lack safety and security by featuring larger foot protection and a childproof frame belt. All-in-all, it’s well worth the price.

Product Specs

Dimensions	33.86 x 14.96 x 12.2 inches
Weight	7.83 pounds
Weight capacity	9 -22 kg
Highlight features	winner of a Taipei Cycle Awards and winner of an IF Design Award & TÜV GS – EN 14344 compliant; four footrest positions and two harness height adjustments; larger foot protection and childproof frame belt

Bellelli Pepe Child Bike Seats

To be honest, I was skeptical about the plastic pieces of this Bellelli Pepe because they seemed to be flimsy. But they turn out to be a lot sturdier than my initial expectation.

The seat is very lightweight and easy to use – taking less than 5 minutes. They even provide an Allen wrench (hex key) for the bolt.

It has a higher weight limit than most, meaning that it can last with your kids longer when they grow up. The seat is also very good quality and there is no way the baby can kick the spokes as it has a nice safety feature in that there is a guard inside the foot/leg area.

The arm straps are the same equivalency to a stroller seat belt. They hold pretty well.

In a conclusion, for anyone who has a cruiser-styled bike but you don’t have to compromise the style of your bike or the safety of your child when looking for a kid bicycle seat, pick this.

Product Specs

Dimensions	27″ x 15″ x 14. 1/4″
Weight	7.25 lbs.
Weight Capacity	50 lbs.
Material	non-toxic plastic
Highlight features	high-quality non-toxic plastic; good instructions, and provide an Allen wrench (hex key) for the bolt; higher weight limit

Copilot Child Bike Seats

This Copilot model is a nice bike seat for a little one to ride along with you, and it’s specifically designed for recreational bicycles.

It is also compatible with CPSC reflectors and Blackburn flashers for extra safety while you’re riding.

The overall design of this child bike seat is quite durable. Its Blackburn ex-1 rack is made of tubular aluminum, not plastic like other low-end models, and meanwhile, the heavy-duty metal pieces are easy to wash off.

Your kid will appreciate the added padding around the harness as well as on the grab bar and armrests.

A cool thing is these armrests can be switched to the back of the seat to be used as a free-standing model. Last but not least, I like its bright color design, which is easy to see from the distance.

Product Specs

Dimensions	16.7 x 17.2 x 30.5 inches
Weight	11.75 pounds
Weight Capacity	40 pounds.
Material	Plastic
Highlight features	compatible with CPSC reflectors and Blackburn flashers compatible with CPSC reflectors and Blackburn flashers; tubular aluminum Blackburn ex-1 rack & heavy-duty metal construction; the armrests can be switched to the back of the seat

Thule RideAlong Child Bike Seats

The Thule RideAlong Children’s Bike Seat comes in two versions – lite and full.

The reason why I choose the full is because of its extra padding in the retention straps, back, and seat. Besides, it has a bit more range in the adjustment of the straps and features 5 recline options, up to 20 degrees.

Small talk about its padding, the biggest advantage is waterproof. It’s also detachable, reversible, and machine washable for ease of maintenance and extra flexible to use.

Regardless, there is an integrated light and reflector attachment point for extra visibility. The childproof safety buckle also works well to remain your kid’s safety.

A small plus is it includes everything needed for installing to a bike, which is quick and effort-saving.

Product Specs

Dimensions	17.7 x 15.8 x 32.7 inches
Weight	10.2 lbs
Weight Capacity	40 lbs
Highlight features	Give more padding, adjustments of the straps, and 5 recline options; removable, reversible, and machine washable padding; integrated light and reflector attachment point

Thule Yepp Maxi Child Bike Seats

If you want a good child bike seat to use for several years, the Thule Yepp is a nice choice. It is designed for kids from 9 months to 6 years old, weighing up to 48.5 pounds.

In my humble opinion, the seat is sturdy, easy to adjust, and has decent padding. Fit the kiddo great on the back of my electric bike and look stylish. Thanks to the easyfit mount, it is able to fit most rear bike racks.

In case that the mount doesn’t work, you can use the provided Thule Yepp Maxi EasyFit Adapter instead.

What’s worth mentioning about this unit is the adjustable 5-point harness for extra fitting along with kid’s safety. It also has a childproof safety buckle, adjustable footrests, and safety light attachment.

For everyday rides, you hardly beat this seat.

Product Specs

Dimensions	7.9 x 30.7 x 7.9 inches
Weight	8.4 lbs
Weight Capacity	48.5 lbs
Highlight features	weight capacity of 48.5 pounds; Thule Yepp Maxi EasyFit Adapter & easyfit mount; adjustable 5-point harness

Peg Perego Orion Child Bike Seats

For toddlers ages 12 months, I highlight recommend the Peg Perego Orion front-mounted bike seat because of its flexibility, comfort, and ease of use.

With just one click, you can set the seat up in a blink of eyes. For your information, it gives a nice fit to those bike frames from 1.3” to 2”, equivalent to 32mm to 52mm. What I like the most about this model is its flexible adjustments, from the harness to the footrests.

The harness has three points to customize its length while the footrests provide three positions, all to give your kid the highest safety level.

Another plus is its integrated suspension system to give him/her an easygoing ride, regardless of the terrains.

Product Specs

Dimensions	Height 24.3 inch, Length 17.7 inch, Width 13 inch
Weight	4.85 pounds
Weight Capacity	22 lbs.
Highlight features	measured by 24.3” x 17.7” x 13”; adjustable harness with 3-point safety design; adjustable footrests with three positions

Thule Yepp Nexxt Mini Child Bike Seats

Last but not least, I’d like to introduce the Thule Yepp Nexxt to anyone who wants a stylish and lightweight front-mounted kid bike seat. It is made for kids from 9 months to 3 years old.

Like most other counterparts here, it comes with adjustable straps and footrests to grow with your kid while the water-resistant material helps it last longer.

Thanks to the universal quick-release bracket, you can put it on or take it off within seconds with the least effort.

I do appreciate the comfort level of this seat according to the perfect combo of soft padding, handlebar, and shock-absorbing cushion design. Therefore, no matter how rough the terrain, your kid still feels joyful during the ride.

Product Specs

Dimensions	1.8 x 1.2 x 2.4 inches
Weight	3.6 lbs
Weight Capacity	33 lbs
Highlight features	soft padding, handlebar, and shock-absorbing cushion design; universal quick-release bracket; adjustable straps and footrests

The Ultimate Guide To Choosing Best Child Bike Seats In 2021

Types

At the current, there are three main types of child bike seat for parents to consider:

• Front seats
• Rear seats
• Mid-mount seats (MTB)

The biggest difference between them is where to mount the seat, along with specific age recommendations and purpose of use.

To help you get a better image if what I’ve just said, take a peek at this table:

	Mount location	Age & Weight recommendation	Strength	Weakness	Best for
Front seats	Below the handlebars	9 months to 3 years old 33 pounds	Less effect on the rider’s balance easy conversation Close proximity to child Better fit for young toddlers and babies	Limits room for the rider Toddlers can outgrow them quickly	young toddlers and babies
Rear seats	a rear rack or a bike’s frame	12 months and up 48 pounds	Suspension for bumpy rides Able to recline Grow with kids	Most effect on rider’s balance Conversations hard Kids out of sight	Longevity of use
Mid-mount seats (MTB)	Between the seatposts and handlebars	2 to 5 years old 60 pounds	Safest for aggressive riding Take up less room in cockpit Cradles a kid between arms Ideal for older kids	No harness, child must hold on	Older kids who can hold on (no harness)

Harness design

From the review above, it’s easy to guess that there are two designs of harness: the 3-point and the 5-point.

The easiest way to distinct them is a 5-point harness feature waist and shoulder straps meeting at the buckle while the 3-point only have shoulder straps meeting at the buckle.

From that point, a 5-point harness is much safer than another in some cases. In turn, it is more complicated to use and usually costs more.

FAQs

Is a front or rear child bike seat safer?

A front bike seat is safer for kids around two years old while a rear model will be a good choice for children within 5-7 years old.

What is the safest child bike seat?

My recommendations are:

• Hamax Caress Child Bike Seats
• iBert Child Bike Seats
• Schwinn Deluxe Child Bike Seats
• WeeRide Kangaroo Child Bike Seats

What age can a child go in a bike seat?

9 months or as long as your kid can sit firmly on their own for a long time.

Can you put a child seat on any bike?

It depends on the type of child seat. While a front-mounted model is versatile enough to be put on any bike, a rear-mounted baby seat could be a bit tricky.

What is the safest way to ride a bike with a baby?

Choosing a seat with the high vis cover along with a good-fitting helmet on the kid’s head.

Conclusion

Whether your baby is 9 months’ age or up to 3 years old, whether your budget is loose or tight, there are plenty of options for you.

I tested rigorously every single model to find which ones are the best child bike seats for specific needs, and hopefully, my findings help you narrow down to the right one for your little angel.

That’s all for this article. Thanks for reading!