Need help choosing the right scooter for your 3 year old? Our guide will talk you through the options to help you find the perfect scooter for your 3 year old.
The scooters to consider for a 3 year old are;
The Mini Micro scooter: Lightweight, intuitive ‘lean and steer’ develops balance & coordination. Ideal for ages 2-5.
The Maxi Micro scooter: Heavier frame than a Mini, adjustable handlebar height. Ideal for ages 5-12.
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The Mini Micro
+ Ideal for ages 2-5 as the scooter is lightweight making it easy for a child to carry on and off kerbs independently
+ Suitable for children up to 20kgs (3 stone 1 lb) or 110cm high
+ Intuitive ‘lean and steer’ scooting style will develop balance and coordination skills.
+ The stem can be removed from the base for easy storage and transportation
+ Swiss designed and engineered making the Mini Micro a long lasting, durable scooter
+ Given a “Mumsnet Best” award
The Mini Micro is the best scooter for a 3 year old as it is lightweight making it easy for 3 year olds to lift and carry. The ‘lean and steer’ scooting style is intuitive ensuring 3 year olds will learn how to use the scooter quickly and easily – it allows helps to develop fine motor skills.
Because of this we believe the Mini Micro is the best scooter for 3 year olds.
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The Maxi Micro
+ Heavier so more difficult for a 3-year-old to manage
+ Intuitive ‘lean and steer’ scooting style will develop balance and coordination skills.
+ Adjustable handlebar height
+ The stem can be removed from the base for easy storage and transportation
+ Swiss designed and engineered, making the Mini Micro a long-lasting, durable scooter
+ Given a “Mumsnet Best” award
The Maxi Micro has a heavier frame than the Mini Micro, making it more difficult for 3-year-olds to manage. The footplate is also wider and longer and is not best suited for 3-year-olds with smaller feet (it means they have less control).
We would not recommend a Maxi Micro scooter for a 3-year-old as it would be too heavy and cumbersome for a smaller child to manage.