Best High Chairs of 2024

Pros:

• Versatile and long-lasting; turns into an adult seat that holds up to 300 lbs
• Ergonomically designed to position baby safely for eating
• Pulls right up to the table for family meals
• New + improved harness is easier to use, adjust and clean

Cons:

• Need Allen wrench to adjust
• Doesn’t fold
• Expensive, especially with add-ons

I’ve spoken with at least a dozen feeding specialists about high chairs over the years—and heard from hundreds of parents—and the Stokke Tripp Trapp is always a part of the conversation. Feeding experts love its ergonomic design and how it pulls right up to the table and properly supports kids of all ages in a safe eating position. Parents love that it’s easy to clean and looks good in their kitchen. (20% of parents in our Best Baby Products survey ranked it as their favorite high chair, the most popular pick.) And I count myself as one of the seat’s biggest fans; I’ve used it daily with both of my children and am continuously impressed even after a decade+ of use.

The Tripp Trapp is designed with a flat back, a depth- and height-adjustable seat and an adjustable footplate, all features that the feeding experts I spoke to told me were essential in a good high chair. Both Ferraro and Winkelmann ranked the seat as one of their top picks. “This chair has one of the largest footrests, providing excellent support for your baby,” says Winkelmann. “It needs no modifications,” adds Ferraro.

They also love it for its versatility—and that it’s a well-made piece of gear that grows with your baby. With the addition of the Newborn Set, you can use the chair right from birth and then as an adult chair that holds up to 300 pounds. “My ten-year-old still sits in their Tripp Trapp,” says Ferraro.

Parents give the seat big points for style. “I love that it isn’t a big piece of plastic that we will end up throwing out,” one Best Baby Product survey respondent told us. “It’s a real piece of furniture for our son!”

High chair cleanup is one of my least favorite parenting chores, and the Tripp Trapp makes it as easy as possible—the wood wipes clean in seconds and there are no nooks or crevices to trap food. I also love that I can pull it right up to the table for family meals. Both of my kids were able to sit at our kitchen table from the first day they started solids.

And just when I thought this iconic seat couldn’t get any better, Stokke decided to upgrade the Baby Set this year. Based on parent feedback that the harness straps were too hard to adjust and to buckle (feedback I agree with completely—these were my biggest gripes about the seat), Stokke revamped the design with a new and improved harness featuring an easy-release button and a much smoother strap adjustment system. It’s now also much easier to remove the harness for cleaning, another welcome improvement.

The two biggest downsides of the Tripp Trapp are cost (it’s expensive on its own, and even more so once you start adding on accessories) and that you’ll need to bust out the Allen wrench every time you need to make an adjustment. However, the price tag may be easier to stomach for some parents because the seat holds its value on baby gear marketplaces if you ever choose to sell it. (It’s also safe to purchase used if you have your eye on one but don’t have the budget for a new one.)

For a tool-free option, check out the Stokke Nomi. It has a super modern look and doesn’t require any tools for assembly or adjustment, but it’s just as well-designed and ergonomic as the Tripp Trapp.

Real Parent Reviews

“I’m pretty much in love with the Tripp Trapp high chair. I had wanted one with my first babe, but I had a hard time justifying the cost. We ended up going through FOUR different high chairs, and I wish I had just listened to my gut. For our second babe, we are LOVING the Tripp Trapp! My husband was able to assemble the chair in less than 15 minutes and the newborn set was very easy to clip on…We especially appreciated the extended gliders for safety, as our first babe actually tipped over backward in one of our old high chairs…One of our favorite things about the Tripp Trapp is being able to pull baby right up to the table during family meals. We had been putting our baby in a swing in the next room or on the table on a blanket, but it was always stressful and we’d end up holding baby with one hand while eating with the other. This high chair helps us so much and our extroverted baby loves being part of the action…I love that this chair grows with baby and we won’t need to mess with boosters or anything else…In addition, it looks beautiful in our mid-century modern home! Everyone comments on how lovely it looks. We LOVE this chair!” — Kristen

“Amazing high chair. My baby loves it and it looks gorgeous in our home. My mom used one with myself and both brothers and had [the] same model for over 15 years so I knew I had to buy it once I had a baby and glad I did! I plan to buy a second one to have at my vacation home. It’s THAT good.” — Lisa

“I am absolutely in love with the Stokke Tripp Trapp Newborn Set. I have used the Stokke high chair in the past for my other children but never tried the newborn set until now and my only complaint is that I didn’t try it sooner! I love how everything from Stokke is made of sturdy and high-quality materials and the clean lines of their design- this chair and newborn seat are no different.” — Stevief713

Additional Specs

Pros:

• Grows from baby to big kid years
• No tools needed for assembly or adjustments
• Easy to clean + straps are easy to adjust

Cons:

• Doesn’t fold
• Need 2 hands to remove tray
• Buckle takes practice

When I heard that direct-to-consumer brand Mockingbird, known for their Single-to-Double Stroller (a top pick in our Best Double Strollers guide), was coming out with a high chair, I wasn’t sure what to think. I’m happy to say I’ve been beyond pleasantly surprised—I liked almost everything about this high chair from the moment I took it out of the box, and I’ve continued to love it after almost a year of use.

Ergonomically speaking, the Mockingbird High Chair passes the test high chair safety test with flying colors. The adjustable tray and footrest made getting my toddler in the proper position to ensure a safe swallow easy. And although the seat itself isn’t adjustable like the Tripp Trapp, that doesn’t hinder the Mockingbird’s performance. “It’s the only high chair without an adjustable seat that I recommend because of the way it’s designed—you can make it safe for all ages,” Ferraro told me.

The other standout feature of this modern seat is ease of use. It’s a no-tools-required seat, something I always appreciate. The harness straps are coated with silicone, so they not only wipe clean but take very little effort to adjust. (Ferraro called them “genius” when I asked her about them, and I definitely agree. They are a true pleasure to use.) I was worried that the silicone coating would cause them to slip off my baby’s shoulders, but that wasn’t the case at all. And when things get really messy—which they will, especially over the first year of solids—you can remove them completely and toss them in the dishwasher.

The Mockingbird High Chair converts to a child seat, and I tested it in that mode, too. My almost three-year-old loved climbing in and out, and I love that it has a 150-pound weight max so I’ll get years of use out of it.

Like the Tripp Trapp, you can use the Mockingbird with the tray (which is included, a nice perk) or pulled right up to the table. It doesn’t fold, which wasn’t an issue for me but may be for some folks, and the buckles took a bit of practice to get the hang of. And I didn’t love that I needed two hands to get the tray on and off.

Real Parent Reviews

“I’ve used the Stokke Tripp Trapp, Lalo, Graco and Munchkin highchair all with my 1.5 y/o up until using the Mockingbird, so I was able to compare them directly, and I ended up liking the Mockingbird SO much better to any of these. The major differences that stood out to me were: (1) The tray is a great size and can be adjusted in and out, so I could move it closer to my daughter, which meant less food getting through to the seat or the floor. (2) They have a tray liner on top of the tray that pops right off for easy cleaning. And the tray’s surface is smooth with none of those indents that are hard to clean on the Stokke. (3) My Mushie suction plate stuck much better to Mockingbird’s tray than any of the other high chair trays, which meant my daughter wasn’t able to move her food around or…throw it! (4) The seat was so easy to clean since there’s no fabric and it’s smooth, so I could just wipe food off quickly. (5) The silicone straps are GENIUS. All of the other straps have built up so much food on them and gotten disgusting, but the Mockingbird ones wipe totally clean and I can tell will actually hold up (stain free) for years and years. (6) I could adjust the height of the footrest without needing tools (you just loosen a little knob and can slide the footrest up and down). Same with the high chair part—my daughter wasn’t ready to sit in the chair without it yet, but I tested removing it to see how it looked as a regular dining chair, and converting it was so easy (you literally just push a tab and pull up on the seat, and it comes right off). Would def recommend the Mockingbird High Chair 10/10!” — Sarah

“This is a great high chair, no question. I did extensive research before my son was born in November 2022, and ended up with the Stokke Tripp Trapp. I like that chair, and do think it is second-best, but is pretty far behind the Mockingbird one. PROS: SUPER easy to clean, everything wipes down (including the straps); taller than Tripp Trapp (helps keep my dogs tongue off the food tray—this is the original reason we even were looking for a new chair); tray has a detachable top which makes for easy cleaning / a second tray underneath if you’re feeling lazy; suction bowls/plates actually stick to this, unlike the Tripp Trapp tray; less expensive than Tripp Trapp, & tray comes with it (which should be a given, IMO), & top tray is dishwasher safe. CONS (they’re minor, but there): the buckle situation is not good. I watched my very intelligent husband spend legit 10 minutes trying to figure out how to buckle our kid in when we first got it. We’re very used to it now, but it was an annoying learning curve for an expensive product. To that end, the straps get twisted easily and the buckle insert ends up on the wrong side of the strap, making it so you can’t buckle your kid in unless the strap is straightened out. Probably better that way, but again, I’d like the whole buckle/strap process to be more seamless. However, I still prefer them to the Tripp Trapp since they’re infinitely easier to clean.” — Jamie

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Pros:

• Super affordable
• Easy to clean
• Lightweight, easy to move

Cons:

• Not supportive for younger babies
• No footrest
• Tray is difficult to remove

There aren’t many things you can get in the world of baby gear for under $20. And while IKEA’s high chair is far from perfect, it’s pretty good considering the price—and really good if you’re able to make a few minor modifications to it.

The brilliance of this high chair is how straightforward it is. It’s quick and easy to put together, even easier to wipe down and won’t be an eyesore in your living space. “Our expensive high chair was hard to clean and cumbersome,” one parent said in the Best Baby Products survey. “The IKEA high chair ended up being perfect for us. I wish we would have started with that one.”

The Antilop is also lightweight and fairly compact. While some families use it as their primary seat, many choose it as a second seat to keep at the grandparents’ or anywhere else they need a safe place for their baby to dine.

It is important to be aware of the drawbacks of this seat before you purchase it, however. There’s no footrest and the tray is difficult to remove, so many parents just leave it on, which isn’t ideal from a safety standpoint. The chair doesn’t fold for storage. (Although the legs do pop off fairly easily.) It has a fairly low weight limit, and the safety buckle clips at the waist, which may not offer enough support for younger infants compared to a five-point harness. If you’re considering the seat for everyday use, Ferraro recommends modifying it by adding a support pillow to help keep baby’s back flat and a Yeah Baby Goods footrest so their legs won’t dangle unsupported.

Real Parent Reviews

“So I was a little skeptical when making this purchase. Due to buying some items at IKEA and them not lasting too long due to being on the cheaper end. But having four kids I found that you don’t have to buy fancy items so when making this purchase I wanted something cheap but that would last long. So far so good, my son loves it and [it’s] so easy to clean when my son makes messes which is a plus for me. I only gave it 4 stars due to right now my son isn’t that heavy and just starting off eating [and] I want to see if it will last the long haul to toddler age.” — Jasmine

“Great for travel and washes easily for those messy little eaters.” — Colleen

“I needed a high chair for my granddaughter while visiting and a $20 chair seemed great to meet my needs, except two things, first the tray [is] nearly impossible to remove. It takes great effort and makes a big popping noise when you remove it—if you can remove it. Second, the strap to secure the baby is very hard to squeeze to open it or close the clasps. But then again, it cost 20 bucks.” — Julie

Additional Specs

Pros:

• Modern aesthetic
• Converts to a booster and toddler chair (kits sold separately)
• Quick, easy assembly

Cons:

• Splayed legs have a large footprint and are easy to trip over
• Footrest has only 2 positions
• Not supportive for younger babies

If you’re looking for a high chair with modern, minimalist vibes, you’ve found it. Lalo was one of the first brands to introduce this style of high chair (it’s since been copied many times over), and its many fans appreciate that it complements their living space rather than detracting from it.

Aside from aesthetics, one of my favorite parts of this chair is how easy it is to clean. Both the tray and the seat wipe off in just a few seconds. I also like the versatility. You can purchase Play Legs to convert the high chair into a toddler chair that can pull up to Lalo’s Play Table and most other play tables. (I’ve owned the Play Table for a few years and it’s held up well even after heavy use.) You can also buy the Booster Conversion Kit to convert your Lalo into a booster seat for babies four months to three years old.

Functionality-wise, Lalo has made a few recent improvements to their high chair that have gone a long way. The tray has historically been a sticking point (pun intended) for parents, but it’s now a lot easier to put in and take out. They also modified the straps—they now stay in place better on baby’s shoulders—and added a second position to the footrest for better support. The footrest situation still isn’t ideal, but it’s a big improvement from the previous iteration.

The biggest complaint we hear from parents about the Lalo, and one that I also agree with, is the lack of support for younger babies. The cushion helps, but many parents say it’s still not enough to properly position a younger or smaller baby for a meal. And while the splayed design of the high chair legs looks good, it means the seat’s footprint is fairly large and it’s easy to trip on a leg if you’re not paying attention.

Real Parent Reviews

“I got two of these chairs for my twins, and I can’t recommend them enough! I love how sturdy they are, the neutral and clean look they give, and how easy they are to clean after every feeding. The only high chair you need for your littles!” — Marifer F.

“My little one is just about 7 months, and we’ve been practicing with the high chair for a few weeks now—he’s doing great! I definitely advise getting the infant support and cushion for when they’re so tiny but the chair itself is so easy to clean, it’s comfortable for him, and very roomy! My other FAVORITE thing about this item is how many forms it can take! From high chair to booster, to chair/play table, etc. It’s so versatile which makes the purchase so worth how long you’ll be using it for. A great investment—not to mention STYLISH! We have ours in licorice and LOVE it!” — Erin

“Purchased in the sage color. Definitely looks very pretty in our dining space. Be careful walking around the chair as we have tripped over the legs a few times. The table tray is very easy to clean and hasn’t stained. We have washed the seat cushion a few times and so far no stains either. We wish the footrest was wider, my baby always just dangles his legs instead of propping them on the legrest.” — Amy

“I wanted to love this high chair because it is the perfect size for a small condo. The tray is soo far from my baby that a lot of the food goes right on his lap. He has a hard time sitting up in the chair and he is almost 7 months old. I really wish the tray was adjustable and able to move closer to his body.” — Madelyn K.

Additional Specs

Pros:

• 4.2 pounds + easy to travel with
• Small footprint
• Removable, washable cover

Cons:

• No footrest
• Fabric is tough to wipe clean (the seat cover is machine washable, though)
• Doesn’t work with all tables or counters

If you travel or go out to eat a lot, or simply don’t have the space for a traditional high chair, the Inglesina Fast Table Chair is my pick—and many parents agree. “It is small, super portable and allows baby to sit right at the table. Makes restaurants and grandparents’ house a breeze,” said one parent responder in our survey. “We use it everywhere,” said another.

This 4.2-pound seat clamps right to the end of most tables and countertops. And while it’s small, it has thoughtful features like a high backrest and a padded seat to help your baby stay comfortable. It also comes with a convenient carrying bag.

While most families use this chair for travel and eating out, you can use it for meals at home if you’re pressed for space or simply don’t want a full-size high chair—but with a modification. “Put an adult chair or barstool underneath it so baby’s feet are resting flat and aren’t dangling,” says Ferraro. “You can also add an Amazon box or some books if you need a little extra height.” This will help support your baby’s feet and position them in the proper alignment for safe eating.

Just keep in mind that this clip-on high chair can be a bit annoying to keep clean. The cover is removable and machine washable, which I love, but if you’re looking to spot-clean the seat in between full washings, you may get frustrated—there’s something about the material that makes trying to wipe off food and stains difficult.

Real Parent Reviews

“We LOVE this chair! We brought it with us to Hawaii, Spain, and Mexico and love having our daughter easily able to join us at the table for meals out or at our Airbnbs. It easily fits into our travel stroller basket (Babyzen Yoyo2). We’ve also used it camping - it attaches easily to picnic tables and it was so nice to have a secure spot for her to snack and play while we set up camp, etc. Easy to throw in the wash, too. We’ve gifted this to everyone we know who is expecting!” — Meghan

“This is a great product. It is perfect at restaurants because my daughter can sit with us at the table and not a high chair which doesn’t even come close to the height of most tables we dine at. She is with us, engaging and eating. I have issues with it fitting when we go to other people’s homes. The chair doesn’t fit with many of the tables and it can get heavy and tip the table. The carry bag is a tight fit and I purchased the tray so I have to carry it separately. I would recommend it for restaurants or counters if you and your family go out often.” — Vanessa D.

“I saw one in use in a restaurant when I was pregnant with my son and immediately added it to my baby registry. It’s been so wonderful to have during meals on the go as it’s simple to set up, better for smaller babies, I know it’s clean, and it’s so much easier for him to sit in a booth or over a chair with us instead of in the walkway. The only improvements I would make would be a more wipeable material, backpack straps on the carry case to make it easier to carry around, and a toggle on the string to keep the bag closed when stored rather than having to tie a knot.” — CarrieJoh

Additional Specs

Pros:

• Compact; attaches to most dining chairs
• 3 tray positions and 3 seat height positions
• Can use with or without tray + as a booster

Cons:

• No footrest
• Doesn’t fold compactly
• Three-point harness isn’t as supportive for younger babies

There’s nothing complicated or fancy about this high chair, and that’s exactly what I love about it. It’s been a staple in my feeding rotation during both the baby and toddler years and is a good choice if you don’t have the space for a full-size high chair or want another option for travel.

This booster straps easily and securely to most chairs. It’s easy to clean (smooth + no crevices to trap food = a perfect combination) and the tray is dishwasher safe. (There’s also a removable top tray for even easier cleaning.) Both the seat and the tray offer three different positions, which are useful as your baby grows. And you can pop off the tray and seat back to convert the seat to a booster once your toddler is ready.

While you can use this seat with babies around six months, I find it doesn’t provide ideal support for most kids until they’re a few months older and have stronger head, neck and trunk control. And while it is a fairly compact seat and the seat folds down for travel, it still takes up a good amount of space because of the hard plastic construction.

Real Parent Reviews

“We love this thing! We ended up inheriting one when our first little one was ready to start solid foods. We ended up using it permanently instead of buying any kind of high chair. Then we had to buy a second one when our second baby came along. Pros: The straps that secure it to the chair are widely adjustable. We’ve used it on many different types of chairs and have yet to find one that it won’t attach to…It’s highly portable, weighing about three pounds and collapsing down into a nice little bundle. We take one with us just about everywhere we’re going to eat because it’s so easy and we know it will fit any chair. Inner straps keep the kids completely secure. The tray attaches sturdily. We have yet to have one of the little ones manage to get it off, despite a lot of trying. The tray has a removable inner tray. This is awesome for cleanup as you can pop this off of the tray after dinner, wash it in the dishwasher, and leave the full tray 100% clean for the next go-round. We very rarely have to wash the big tray, which would have to be washed by hand. Finally, it’s height adjustable, so it grows with the kids. We have a three-year-old who still uses it as a booster seat. Oh, and did I mention that it can easily become a booster seat for the older kids? Just use it without the tray and adjust the height! Cons: I honestly can’t think of any. We’re so happy that we were given one of these and never had to break down and buy a high chair (or two!)” — Jesse B

“Let me start by saying I’m a bit of a high chair snob. I have had this seat for a few months now, and I believe there is no perfect solution for mess-free feeding…I love the seat for my toddler if only to strap him down for a meal, he has a tendency to wander off if I don’t stay right by his side at every meal. My nine-month-old uses the tray much more than my two-year-old. The tray is deep enough that it’s easy for him to use the edge to scoop food instead of chasing it around a flat tray. My nine-month-old has figured out how to easily take the top tray off, which is one of my biggest annoyances because of the obvious mess that ensues. I would love a tray that clamped down in more than one spot. Also, sometimes releasing the top tray from the bottom tray results in a mess because it pops off and sends food flying unless I’m careful to do it gently. Cleaning all parts is a breeze, except for the chair on which it sits…I absolutely love how lightweight and easy it is to take this chair with us to friends’ houses or on vacation/the like. Another nice aspect of this seat is that the backrest is straight up and down, which supports six months really nicely, as opposed to a seat that is slightly reclined…Overall, this booster seat high chair is well-designed. It is easy to clean, lasts well into toddlerhood, relatively inexpensive (especially when you buy used!), and easily adjustable. Would recommend!” — Laura

Additional Specs

Pros:

• Folds compactly for storage
• Works from infancy through early elementary school
• Several height and tray table positions

Cons:

• Difficult to clean
• Highest footrest position still too low for some younger babies

I hear from many parents that they like the idea of a full-size high chair but don’t have the kitchen or dining space to accommodate one at all times. The Minla from Maxi-Cosi solves for this—it folds down quickly and compactly, making it easy to tuck away next to a counter or even in a closet.

Other than the fold and the chair’s modern good looks, the major feature that stood out to me as I used it was versatility. There are many adjustment options, including five recline positions, four tray positions and eight heights. It was easy for me to find a comfortable and supportive position for my taller-than-average two-year-old. It also worked well as a booster; all you need to do is remove the back of the chair and you can use the seat right at your dining table.

There is a caveat to mention here, though. While the footrest is adjustable, even the highest position is still quite low, so your baby’s feet will be unsupported until your child grows into it. Foldable high chairs across the board don’t have great footrest support, and this one is better than most, which is why it made the list. And we think a foldable seat is important to include since not all families have the space for a high chair that occupies permanent real estate in their home.

The other downside of this seat is the fabric cushion. It does spot clean easily, but you’ll need to zip it off and toss it in the washing machine for a thorough clean, which can be frustrating for some parents.

Real Parent Reviews

“This is a great high chair for a smaller space. It folds with a space for the tray and can be out of sight when not in use. The snack tray is nice because it separates and can be washed easily.” — Lala

“Got a really steep discount with their sale and a signup newsletter promo. I use it at our dining table & high-top countertop island with the tray, but I can also adjust the chair to fit the dining table level without a tray which is nice when tray is dirty! Pros: + the top tray is removable for easy cleaning, the bottom tray is kind of big but easy to click on +can adjust the height of the seat easily + color and material of the chair is easy to clean and doesn’t have a huge chair that overhangs and takes up extra space. Some improvements they could make: the wheels are more one-directional, kinda sluggish, and catch when I wheel it in an L shape. Not ideal for everyday moving. Can’t fold it up with the tray attached on arms or it topples over. Only while it’s resting on the back legs. Would be nice to have it ready to go after folding and not have a 2-step process. I have a short baby, her feet do not touch the foot brace at 10 months, I have it all the way up …she probably won’t reach it for a long time, but at least the tray height is good! The buckle clips are thick and far spread apart so pinching them together is kind of hard to get them in really have to squeeze it tight…I really like the look of the chair compared to every other one in the market.” — Sunshine

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