The Best Baby Walkers

Best Overall Walker

HABA Walker Wagon

Main Material: Wood, Water-based Stain | Age Range: 10+ months

If quality and high-end are the names of your game, look no further than the HABA Walker Wagon. This classic-looking walker reminds us of something grandpa would build, and the quality and craftsmanship of the materials, plus attention to detail, shows just how much he cares. This all-wood option uses non-toxic stains to avoid chipping paint or unsightly scratches. It feels sturdy and durable and looks like an heirloom you'll proudly pass on to the grandbabies. The rubber wheels prevent sliding, and the front brakes stop little ones from going too fast. Your little one may also appreciate that the walker doubles as a chair and can carry tiny treasures. Overall, the HABA is a parent favorite.

This wooden walker is the most expensive among the group, which could be a deal-breaker for those with tighter budgets. However, you do get what you pay for with this quality walker, and we think generations of little ones will enjoy it. So whether you pass it down from sibling to sibling or from child to grandchild, we think you'll get your money's worth with this option if your budget allows.

Baby's Favorite Walker

VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker

Main Material: Plastic | Age Range: 9 months - 3 yrs

The VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker is an ultra-interactive baby entertainment machine. With all the bells, whistles, lights, and buttons you can think of, this walker does almost everything but make fries (only kidding). It does draw toddlers' attention and keeps it longer than other contenders, which could be a lifesaver if you're a busy parent who needs a breather. This walker was a baby favorite in our tests with the removable faceplate and melodies with adjustable volume. We appreciate that the wheels are slip-resistant, and it has an adjustable brake to limit the speed at which your baby can travel.

This walker is entirely plastic, which isn't our favorite, but it does feel sturdy compared to the thinner plastic competition. Also, we suspect the noises and lights will grow wearisome over time, and some parents will long for a quieter playtime. Thankfully, you can turn the volume down or off if you desire, though this may be frustrating for little ones who fancy the constant noise. Overall, it is hard to argue with a baby's favorite walker, and we think most babies will find it to be an enduring favorite even if parents long for a more nostalgic (and quieter) wagon option.

Best for Classic Style

Radio Flyer Classic Walker Wagon

Main Material: Wood and plastic | Age Range: 1-4 years

The nostalgic look of the Radio Flyer Classic Walker Wagon harkens back to a simpler time and is part of what makes this walker so attractive. The Radio Flyer is sturdy and thoughtfully designed, with ample room for all of your baby's treasures or a sibling to share in the fun. The wood-slatted sides are removable, and the front has a plastic bumper to prevent damage to your walls or furniture, which we so appreciate. We love the look and feel of this primarily wood option, and the design seems like one your child can use well past the toddling time. This walker includes a resistance tensioner that limits the forward movement of the wheels. You can adjust this tensioner as your child masters walking, and the wheels are foam-filled plastic with no discernable slipping problems in our tests.

This wagon has an involved assembly with more parts and setup than most of the competition. Still, construction isn't challenging if you follow the instructions. If you like building, you might even enjoy putting this wagon together. Also, this pusher makes an audible clicking noise when you use the tensioner. This sound will likely be intriguing to little ones, but we suspect most parents will dislike it droning on and on. As your child masters walking, you can remove the tension and stop the clicking. Overall, we think the Flyer has some attractive features, and we believe little ones will use it to move and store toys for years after they learn to walk, making it a valuable and fun addition they'll use for years.

Best Manual Interactive Activities

Hape Wonder Walker

Main Material: Wood | Age Range: 12+ months

The Hape Wonder Walker is a wood walker with a taller design that includes several interactive stations with moving parts, gears, and balls strung on elastic. We like the craftsmanship and overall homemade feel of this durable walker and enjoy that it isn't the usual plastic activity fare or boring wooden wagon. This product also has slip-resistant wheels and rounded edges to avoid injuries should little ones take a tumble during use. Our tot testers found this option more engaging than the basic wood wagons.

This option has no brake or adjustable resistance of the wheels, which could cause the walker to potentially move too swiftly for "new to standing" little ones. Also, the wheels squeak in a high-pitch whine we suspect will feel like nails on a chalkboard for some parents. We aren't sure if this will get better over time or if a bit of oil would help, but several users report the same sound, which seems to be a design flaw. Those issues aside, we adore this lovely little scooter and its ability to engage little ones without going over the top by overstimulating babies with flashing lights and repetitive/annoying sounds.

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	Score	Product	Price	Our Take
	73	HABA Walker Wagon	$200	A top-quality design allow this pushchair to be passed on to future generations but comes with a high price tag
	71	VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker	$45	This inexpensive and intriguing choice was a tiny tester favorite, but it may get annoying to parents
	70	Radio Flyer Classic Walker Wagon	$80	This nostalgic throwback is not the most exciting, but it is sturdy, easy to use, and will be useful for years
	66	Hape Wonder Walker	$100	A simple and sturdy design with no flashy features, but still draws baby interest
	59	Skip Hop Kids 3-in-1	$65	3 different uses make this walker more versatile than the competition but not great for younger babies
	55	Fisher-Price Learn with Me Zebra Walker	$25	A flimsy but very affordable plastic walker with interactive components
	51	Brio Toddler Wobbler	$55	This basic wood wagon walker is easy to use and easy on the wallet but has very few interesting features
	50	Janod Crazy Doggy Cart	$70	Adorable wood, puppy walker, but it lacks versatility and impressive quality
	47	cossy Baby Walker	$42	A fun walker that includes a building block set, but is only suitable for babies 18mo and up
	43	Melissa & Doug Chomp & Clack Alligator	$50	Eye-catching design, but has some flaws that make it less interesting for young toddlers

Why You Should Trust Us

Our BabyGearLab team has assembled and tested baby gear with over 20 years of combined experience. This review team includes Abriah Wofford, Senior Review Editor, who was responsible for the product selection, testing, and assessing baby engagement with each walker. Abriah is one of 7 siblings and has extensive experience as a nanny and tester of baby gear. Assembly master, Bob Wofford, Senior Review Analyst and father of seven, put together each walker and scored products with a keen eye for quality, durability, and longevity. Bob has been assembling baby gear for over eight years and has put together more equipment than just about anyone. Wendy Schmitz, Senior Review Editor and mother of two, rounds out the team helping to assess the award winners and product ranks using the test data and her seven years of experience as a guide.

Analysis and Test Results

We purchased and tested top baby walkers in this review to determine which options are the best for specific goals and budgets. We used each walker with little ones of different ages to assess baby interest, quality, and ease of assembly.

Value

A high-quality walker can be expensive. Our highest scoring product, the HABA Walker Wagon, is the most expensive product and costs more than twice as much as most competitors. This wagon uses top-quality materials that will last through multiple children and even multiple generations. If $200 is out of your budget, there is no need to worry. Some other options come in close behind the HABA and are much more affordable, proving that you don't have to shell out a fortune to get your baby on its feet. The second-highest scorer in our review is the VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker. With an affordable price tag, this pushcart offers many features to keep toddlers entertained and provides a solid structure to help support the balance of new walkers.

Features

Play features on a walker can grab your baby's attention and keep their minds entertained and engaged. The walkers in our lineup cover the full range, some having only wheels and handle, and others come with a full-on panel of buttons, switches, and fun songs.

As expected, tots like sounds, lights, and bright colors. So, to no surprise, our little testers made a beeline to the plastic walkers with interactive features like the VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker and the Fisher-Price Learn with Me Zebra Walker, earning the two products a score of 9 and 8 respectively. Over time, they preferred the V-Tech as it has more going on and seems to respond to touch more than the Learn with Me. However, parents and caregivers might not be interested in hearing repetitive sounds that often continue to play when no one is near the walker. This reality could mean that you'd prefer something quieter, but you still want the walker to be exciting and interactive.

If you are interested in something more subtle, we like the Hape Wonder Walker. It earned a 7 out of 10 in this metric as it has several small interactive features that intrigued and entertained our little testers, and it features a tray to store treasures while moving from place to place. The bucket/seat on the Skip Hop Kids 3-in-1 makes this walker more versatile, giving children the option to use it as a bucket, a place to sit, a carrying device, and more. The cute design of the scooter offers more versatility than any other walker in the group. Unsurprisingly, the Brio Toddler Wobbler is a rather dull option, earning a 2 of 10. The Janod Crazy Doggy Cart comes in below average with a 4. The simple u-shaped handle is attached to a bright red cargo box, but this walker offers no enticing activities, electronic or otherwise.

Quality

The range in quality of the walkers we tested is somewhat all over.

Some wood options are incredibly well-built and have excellent attention to detail using non-toxic materials, like the HABA Walker and Radio Flyer Classic Walker Wagon, both earning 9s in this metric. In contrast, others use plastic with rougher edges and nooks and crannies for spit-up and snacks to hide. While testing, we didn't have any trouble with quality perse; our kits came ready to assemble with holes in the right spots and functional screws, and none of the walkers broke or failed during testing.

The Hape and Brio impressed us with varying levels of real wood construction, chipless paint, and attention to detail, such as rubber on the wheels, brakes, or resistance devices that help keep your baby moving at a reasonable and safer pace. These products feel like they will last through multiple children and awed us with the attention to detail and overall design choices that speak to potential longevity and ease of use. It is easy to see how the Radio Flyer will remain a family favorite, well past the toddling, learning to walk phase, and the product's quality indicates it will last as long as you need it.

Some of the plastic options were less impressive. The Fisher-Price Zebra earned a 3 out of 10, as it has thin plastic that significantly flexes when pushed on and feels like it might break under regular use. In comparison, the V-Tech, another plastic contender, feels significantly sturdier and well put together. The cossy Baby Walker earned the low score of the group, with a 2. In our research, we noticed reviewers commenting on the poor quality mentioning chipping particle board, flaking paint, and misaligned holes. Although we didn't experience these issues, the overall quality of the wagon is not up to par with other options.

Safety

All of the walkers we tested adhere to safety regulations; however, some have features that make it easier for your baby to use the walker safely. Our favorite products have adjustable rolling resistance so that you can ensure the pushcart doesn't move too quickly for a new walker to keep up.

The HABA Walker Wagon earned a high score of 9 for safety. It has a non-slip silicone coating on the wheels, adjustable rolling resistance, sturdy construction, and a handle extending from the wagon's center rather than the edge. This design creates a more stable structure for your baby to pull themselves upon and reduces the risk of tipping. The Fisher-Price Learn with Me Zebra Walker earned a 3, which is the lowest score of the group. The frame is on the flimsy side, and we found it flexed when put under pressure. The wheels are a hard plastic that may slip on hard surfaces.

Ease of Setup

Some walkers are more manageable and easier to assemble, while others are more of a hassle. Therefore, if building things isn't in your wheelhouse or you hate reading directions, ease of assembly may be essential.

In our review, the longest and most involved contender is the Radio Flyer Walker Wagon with more parts than any other walker. This pushcart earned a 2 of 10 for ease of setup. While the instructions are helpful, it feels like you built a kit instead of putting together a toy. Luckily, it is a one-time project, and it's unlikely you'll need to make it twice. The Fisher-Price Zebra is another contender that caused some trouble with lots of parts and more screws than most competition. While the Zebra is not hard to assemble, your hands and arms will likely get tired. The HABA requires a hammer and a wrench you supply yourself, and while not a challenge, it does feel more like building a toy from scratch than assembling a kit. The Skip Hop Kids 3-in-1 requires the ability to follow instructions, as you will end up doubling your efforts if you don't. The assembly is not intuitive, and if done out of order, it will not work.

The easiest walker to assemble is the Brio, earning a 9 out of 10 in this metric. Close behind are the cossy, Melissa & Doug Chomp & Clack Alligator, and the V-Tech. These products generally have fewer parts, a couple of screws, and they include the necessary tools. A somewhat universal issue with many walkers in our review is the exceptionally long screws that take forever to turn and result in a tired hand and forearm. We aren't convinced they need to be this long, and it significantly extended the assembly time for some products.

Some users report trouble during setup with misaligned holes or faulty screws, specifically with the Chomp & Clack Alligator. So we recommend putting your walker together right away to see if you need to return it for any reason.

Conclusion

Testing baby walkers and listening to tots' honest opinions on which features are exciting or boring is more fun than we should probably have at work. We are confident that there is something for everyone in our roundup of baby walkers. Whether you're hoping for something to span multiple age groups, a sturdy heirloom to pass down to the next generation, or a gadget with all the bells and whistles, this review has the details you need to select a winner for your child and budget.