High chairs for feeding a child: rating of the best in 2020-2021 according to reviews of parents

Not all parents are in a hurry to purchase a product of this type, considering it just another accessory, but subsequently they appreciate the usefulness and practicality of such a purchase.

But you shouldn’t rush to make a choice; you need to take into account all the nuances that may arise when purchasing a product such as a high chair.

What are the main types of chairs:

• Classical.
  This is an ordinary high chair that allows the baby to eat at the common table along with others. Some models can be adjusted in height.
• Transformer.
  As can be understood from the name, such a chair, with simple manipulations, can easily turn into a walker, for example, or a swing, or a separate chair and table, which can be used up to 6-7 years.
• Boosters.
  Such models are small in height and are simply placed on top of an adult chair and securely attached to it with straps. It is worth remembering that this is not the safest type of high chair, but it is compact.
• Mounted.
  Here, too, everything is quite clear, the system is attached to the table and the child sits in it. This category is the most unreliable. For such a high chair, you need a massive table that is not afraid of scratches from hard fastenings, and the baby should not be too active so that he cannot turn over along with the entire structure.

The final choice of the type of high chair will depend, firstly, on the price category you are counting on, and, secondly, on the amount of free space you have.

What other features should you consider when making a purchasing decision:

• Material of manufacture.
  Wood, plastic, metal, textiles.
• Tabletop.
  The feeding procedure is made more convenient by having a separate tabletop for the baby, especially if it is removable and has high sides and a recess for dishes.
• Adjustment.
  The ability to adjust the height of the chair will make it possible to use it for as long as possible, moving the child lower and lower.
• Wheels.
  Legs on wheels allow you to make the chair more mobile. But you should definitely check for the presence of latches on them, which ensure the safety of the baby.
• Seat belts.
  A highchair must be equipped with a three- or five-point seat belt.

Introducing the rating of high chairs 2021. The best 16 models that were selected by our experts based on user reviews and ratings.

How to choose a high chair

The appearance and cost of the product are the determining factors for most buyers. But many other parameters should be taken into account:

• Mode of application. It is important to decide how you will use the chair. If you often travel, go to the country or have very little space in your apartment, then you should pay attention to boosters; the next most compact are standard models, then transformers and the most bulky, but durable, will be wooden ones.
• Safety. One of the most important qualities for any products for children. It is important that the highchair has strong seat belts, stoppers that block its movement and wide legs that increase stability. The materials from which the product is made have been tested and are harmless to the child. The product should not have sharp parts that could cause injury.
• Functionality. The chair should be as comfortable as possible to use, so pay attention to its weight, dimensions, folding capabilities, height adjustment, and backrest angle. It is also worth deciding where it will stand, whether it will move and whether it needs wheels.
• Material. Wood is considered one of the best materials, but products made from it are heavy and therefore not suitable if you often take the device with you. In this case, it is better to give preference to children's furniture made of plastic with a reliable metal frame.
• Availability of a table top. An older child will be able to eat independently thanks to this element. It is important that the tabletop has high sides, so the liquid will not overflow onto the floor. Some manufacturers equip it with toys, shaped holes that serve for play purposes. It is advisable that this element of the chair be removable, then it will not be difficult for you to wash it.
• Age and weight of the child. Based on these parameters, you can choose a chair that will last a long time. Wooden models and products in the form of transformers can support a child up to 35 kg; lighter plastic models are mainly intended for children up to 18 kg.

To make it easier for you to make a choice, based on the opinions of pediatricians, popular videos, and reviews from real users, we have compiled a rating of the best high chairs in 2021. It contains only high-quality products with photos, prices and descriptions, each of which has its own characteristics.

What to look for when choosing a device

Before you buy the model you like, make sure that the high chair is stable, safe, comfortable and made of high quality. What other parameters should you focus on?

1. Frame. The structure can be made of plastic or wood. Plastic chairs are easy to clean, lightweight and affordable. But the plastic may crack or split from the impact of a fall. Wooden chairs will last a long time not only for your children, but also for your grandchildren. This is an environmentally friendly material, strong, massive and expensive.
2. Case. In some models it is not intended at all, but it is still more pleasant to use. It may have a waterproof oilcloth surface, but it is cold to sit on in winter and hot in summer. It is better to choose a fabric-based cover, the main thing is that it is easy to wash and dry quickly.
3. Seat belts. There are three-point and five-point, the latter are more reliable. Choose a high chair with removable straps - it is not convenient to wash stationary ones, and a three-year-old child no longer needs them at all.
4. Age and weight. Basically, high chairs are intended for children from six months to three years. Transformers, like a “growing” or a chair-desk, can be used by five-six, or even ten-year-old children without any problems. Hanging and booster chairs have weight restrictions, for example, up to 15-17 kg, while an ordinary classic chair can support a thirty-kilogram child.
5. Folding mechanism. A high chair takes up quite a lot of space in the kitchen. It will be convenient for storage and transportation if it can fold and unfold.
6. Tabletop. Almost all models are equipped with a removable tray table on which a plate and cup are placed. Choose a table with high sides that prevent cutlery, smeared porridge and spilled drinks from falling onto the floor.
7. Height adjustment. A very important parameter, because a six-month-old child is different from a two-year-old toddler. This means that the backrest and footrest need to be adjusted depending on weight and height.
8. Wheels. This is not a mandatory criterion, but very convenient. Agree, it’s easier to roll a chair with your child to the table than to push it. Just make sure that the wheels have locks and are locked in a stationary position.

Manufacturers rating

• 1 Peg-Perego - an Italian company offers several types of high chairs, most of them are suitable for babies from birth (in the form of a chaise lounge). All of them are distinguished by a large number of adjustments and impeccable quality, which also affects the cost.
• 2 Happy Baby - an English brand creates comfortable high chairs with a bright, modern design. The designs have both metal and plastic elements, due to which it is possible to make the cost of children's furniture more affordable. The plastic used in the chairs is completely safe. Most models are designed for children from 6 months.
• 3 Chicco is an Italian brand with a worldwide reputation. Its products are of the highest quality and are made from environmentally friendly materials. All designs have rubberized legs and are characterized by bright colors.
• 4 Lorelli is a Bulgarian brand, widely known both in its country and abroad. Under his name, comfortable and safe chairs are created, the main feature of which is their affordable price.
• 5 CAM (Italy) - the brand produces plastic chairs with textile waterproof upholstery. They are functional, can be transformed and adjusted in different positions.

You can also find good products from companies such as Sweet Baby (Italy), Aprica (Japan), Geuther (Germany), VILT (Russia), Fisher-Price (USA).

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When choosing the best option, it is important to take into account the performance characteristics and focus on the convenience of not only the baby, but also the parents.

The best premium chairs

Aprica Yuralism EasyWash

• Most useful
• Country: Japan
• Price: 26000 RUR
• Rating (2021): 4.7

Aprica is a company from Japan and a leader in the luxury segment of children's high chairs. This model has 1 motion sickness mode. Thanks to many different positions and easy adjustment, this product can be used for up to 4 years. The design is safe and made of high quality materials. The little case easily transforms into a crib.

Advantages

• Auto swing mode
• Dishwasher safe

Flaws

• High price

Combi Fealetto Auto Swing

• Better reliability
• Country: Japan
• Price: 49000 R
• Rating (2021): 4.8

The cradle chair is indispensable for young mothers. Thanks to the automatic rocking function, you can free your hands and ensure a comfortable sleep for your newborn. The product is equipped with 7 different melodies, many height and backrest positions. The cover is made of breathable materials, has rotating wheels with stoppers, and seat belts.

Advantages

• Reliability
• Feature Set
• Motion sickness mode

Flaws

• Electronics may break

Peg-Perego Tatamia

• Very convenient
• Country: Italy
• Price: 16900 RUR
• Rating (2021): 4.9

The chair can be used from birth until the baby gains a weight of more than 15 kg. Thanks to the wheels, you can easily move the structure around the apartment; if necessary, these elements are fixed. The manufacturer has provided 9 height positions, a hanging cradle, and 4 backrest positions. The product is functional and provides maximum comfort to the baby.

Advantages

• Many provisions
• There is a swing
• Stylish

Flaws

• Withstands light weight

From 6 months

Some models of high chairs are designed not for infants, but for older children. Among the variety of versions, we will consider hanging, growing, classic chairs, as well as swings and transformers. In each category, we will select the top 2 most convenient options.

Classic

The classic model is used only for feeding, but can be reclined to a semi-lying position. The big advantage of such a chair is its price and simplicity of design, it also does not take up much space and, as a rule, has wheels.

Nuovita Futuro Senso

pros

• supports weight up to 15 kg
• the chair goes down to the floor
• folding
• 4 wheels

Minuses

• the footrest is not adjustable

From 8,390 ₽

The chair weighs 9 kg, stands on wheels (rear swivel). The faux leather case is equipped with straps without pads. The table is removable, double. The chair is suitable for feeding a child at the table or when the parent is sitting on the floor. The length of the footrest is not adjustable.

Chicco Polly 2-in-1 Easy (4 wheels)

pros

• cheerful
• wheel block
• takes up little space
• 7 height settings, 4 tilts
• metal carcass

Minuses

• fabric mattress
• uncomfortable belt

From 6,599 RUR

The chair stands on metal legs, but weighs a little, 10 kg, and the wheels make it easier to move. When folded it becomes flat. In general, there are no questions about the frame. They come with the mattress: why is it fabric in the high chair? Parents are also unhappy with the belt, which pinches the baby’s tummy.

Mounted

Hanging chairs are attached to an adult table next to the nursing parent. They are cheap, suitable for small kitchens, but require a stable table and special attention, because the child can fall out of the high chair (safety is minimal). Designed for children older than six months.

Inglesina Fast

pros

• weight 1.9 kg
• case with pocket
• load up to 15 kg
• carrying bag

Minuses

• fabric
• 2 point belt
• no leg separator

From 3,810 ₽

Compact cheap chair with a fabric cover. Perfect for a trip to the country, because it weighs little, and the cover can be washed, plus it’s a carrying bag. But there is no protection against slipping (leg separator), and the belt does not inspire confidence either.

Brevi Dinette

pros

• load up to 15 kg
• large pocket on the cover
• weight 2 kg
• prevents the child from slipping
• soft handle

Minuses

• fabric cover

From 3,043 ₽

A good inexpensive model with a leg separator and a front circular handle helps parents hold the baby while he is fed. The 3-point belt is already good. The cover needs to be washed frequently, which is why the Velcro quickly wears out.

Growing

Growing chairs perform a number of functions at once. At first these are just high chairs, and then - a school chair with a comfortable back and footrest. Add to this environmental friendliness - growing furniture is made from solid wood - and you get a reliable and inexpensive piece of furniture.

Peacock from MF “Kuzya”

pros

• Stable design
• Safety
• Recommended by orthopedists
• Purchase for a long period, because The model can be used both for feeding and as a growing chair in the future.
• High quality materials

Minuses

• There are no combined colors.

From 3990 ₽

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A growing chair from a domestic manufacturer, which is made of high-quality MDF and plywood, coated with acrylic water-based paint - the most environmentally friendly paint at the moment. The main advantage is that it can be used both as a high chair for feeding, from 6 months (with the purchase of restraints and a table), and as a growing chair, up to 16 years.

It maintains the correct position of the child, relieving stress from the back and preventing the development of spinal curvature, scoliosis and other diseases. The design can withstand loads of up to 120 kg, so it has been used for 10 years.

Kid-Fix universal

pros

• up to 16 years (120 kg)
• eco-friendly
• height settings
• weight 6.5 kg

Minuses

• hard
• sold without table

From 6,950 ₽

The Russian high chair is made of polished solid birch. It has 8 height positions, a curved double backrest and an incredible load capacity of up to 120 kg. The table and soft cushions must be purchased separately. The back does not tilt.

Geuther Family

pros

• Max. weight 85 kg
• choice of colors
• easy to care for
• comfortable armrests

Minuses

• price
• without soft tabs

From 15,360 ₽

This highchair has a completely inappropriate price for children. It is made of beech, painted in natural colors, and there is also a multi-colored version. It weighs a lot, 10 kg, without wheels. The armrests go around the back in a semicircle. The design is straight, vertical.

Booster chairs

Booster seats usually come with a 5-point harness, but not always. In pursuit of savings, manufacturers also install 2-point straps, or even do without them at all. The booster is installed on an adult chair. In the top you will find models with and without belts.

CAM Idea

pros

• 5 point harness
• 2 booster fixation planes
• soft pad
• tilt and height settings

Minuses

• the cover absorbs moisture

From 5,200 ₽

Very reliable booster chair. In it, the baby is well held with a belt while sitting on a soft mattress. The plastic table is removable. The optimal height to an adult tabletop is selected in one of 7 positions. The only quibbles are the material of the cover: eco-leather would be more appropriate.

Lorelli PIXI

pros

• price
• table with toys
• with carrying handle
• convenient to care for

Minuses

• solid
• backrest and tilt are not adjustable

From 2,180 ₽

Plastic high chair with 4 legs can be used as a feeding booster or as a regular high chair. The height of the legs and the tilt of the table are adjustable, but nothing else. By the way, a table with toys and seat belts are available for an additional fee.

Swing chairs

In our rating of the best swing chairs for babies over 6 months old, we selected the 2 most attractive models. This is a stationary Nuovita Unico Leggero and a chair on wheels Geoby Y801. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, and see which ones exactly below.

Nuovita Unico Leggero

pros

• chaise lounge with solid footrest
• backrest tilt selection
• removable leg divider
• 5-point soft harness
• work from a flash drive

Minuses

• weight 12 kg
• bulky base

From 13,790 ₽

A good helper for young parents. He rocks the baby himself, counting down the time using a timer, and the music is controlled by a remote control. Suitable for children from 6 months to 3 years, has all the necessary settings. There would be strength to move this weight.

Geoby Y801

pros

• adjustment of inclination, height, footrest
• PVC upholstery
• comfortable 5-point belt
• dishes

Minuses

• Max. load 10 kg

From 4,410 ₽

The 4-wheeled chair weighs only 9.3 kg. For the money it has a lot of advantages: wheels with brakes, a removable table with a set of dishes for the baby, a waterproof cover, a fully adjustable chair. Few? Then there's the swing. But this happiness is only suitable for children under 10 kg.

Chairs-chaise lounges

Folding chairs are great for baby's afternoon naps. You just need to choose a softer model so that your baby can sleep comfortably. When purchasing, pay attention to safety: what kind of belts, the height of the sides, and also the footrest (one-piece legs will be more comfortable).

SWEET BABY Royal Classic

pros

• eco leather case
• seat, height and footrest adjustments
• table with tray
• wheel brake
• bag

Minuses

• the wheel stops fall on their own
• instructions

From 6,990 ₽

This high chair has everything a baby needs. All you need is a handy man to finalize the details a little. The manual will not help: there are strange diagrams and incomplete descriptions of the actions, but YouTube is always at hand. The feet on the wheels and the belt clamps are subject to modification: go ahead!

The best wooden high chairs

VILT Sunshine

• Cheapest in category
• Country Russia
• Price: 2000 RUR
• Rating (2021): 4.7

If you are looking for an inexpensive but high-quality chair made of natural wood, the model that closes the TOP 20 is an ideal option. The design of a domestic manufacturer easily turns into a desk. The back and tabletop are adjustable, there are soft armrests and a removable foam cover.

Advantages

• Material
• Functionality
• Affordable price

Flaws

• Small table

Combelle Twenty One Evo

• The most environmentally friendly
• Country: France
• Price: 12000 R
• Rating (2021): 4.8

One of the inexpensive wooden chairs is compact and reliable. Thanks to the adjustable footrest, it is suitable for children of different ages. The child's comfort is ensured thanks to a comfortable seat made of heat-resistant foam.

Advantages

• Comfortable seat
• Dimensions
• Sustainability

Flaws

• No height adjustment

Geuther Family

• Durable
• Country: Germany
• Price: 17000 R
• Rating (2021): 4.9

This “growing” chair will last for many years. It has a large backrest width, comfortable armrests, a pull-out table and several height positions. The structure is made of solid beech, coated with safe water-based paint, it is comfortable and has good resistance.

Advantages

• Easy to care for
• Environmental friendliness
• Removable tray

Flaws

• No wheels

Popular brands

Such an important device as a children's high chair is manufactured by many different companies. More economical models are offered by domestic manufacturers. But feeding chairs from foreign companies are distinguished by wider functionality and attractive design.

For the most part, all companies pay special attention to the safety and quality of their products. However, among manufacturers there is a group of companies whose products are in greatest demand and popularity. Let's look at them in more detail:

• "Happy Baby" High chairs from an English company are distinguished by their quality and stylish appearance. The structures are made of plastic and metal, the textile elements are removable and washable. The products are adjustable in height, backrest angle, and foldable. The cost of chairs starts from 4,800 rubles;
• "Chicco" The main advantages of high chairs from the Italian brand are safety, ease of use, the presence of a large table top, a wide range of colors, the ability to transform from a high chair to a play table or from a cradle to a high chair;
• "Peg-Perego." Another Italian manufacturer of high chairs that boasts exceptional quality and functionality. Some models can be used from the moment the child is born thanks to the adjustable height and backrest angle;
• "Jetem". The German manufacturer offers very high-quality and fairly inexpensive products for children. The Jetem high chair is distinguished by safe hypoallergenic materials, reliability, comfort and ease of care. The Jetem high chair can be purchased for a very reasonable price - from 2,300 rubles;
• "CAM". Feeding chairs of this . They are distinguished by good quality plastic, pleasant colors, ergonomics, thoughtfulness, and elegance. Everything that parents can fold and wash is easy to fold and wash. Moreover, the prices for these models are quite reasonable.

Of course, the list of popular manufacturers of high chairs is not limited to the above brands. Well-known manufacturers of children's furniture include Fisher Price, Bloom Fresco, Geoby, Capella, Babies, etc.

All these companies are quite well known, and their products have earned many positive reviews. Another aspect is that the models are widely represented on the domestic market, so parents can easily find a good high chair.

Rules for accustoming a child to a high chair

The main principle is early training. As soon as the child begins to sit on his own and is ready to eat porridge or purees, he should begin to get acquainted with the high chair.

Most often, children like to sit in such a “throne”, so there are no special difficulties with accustoming them. If the child is wary of the high chair and refuses to sit on it, use the following recommendations from experts:

1. Make your feeding area more attractive. For example, you can hang several bright magnets on a nearby refrigerator. You can put plastic jars with various fillings on the dining table, the main thing is that they attract and interest the kids.
2. Usually you shouldn’t “clutter” a high chair with toys, but in this case you can break this rule. You should place a playing arc with pendants on the tabletop and place a music box. As an option, offer your child all kinds of kitchen “toys” in the form of saucepans, colanders, and plastic bottles. It’s just important not to overdo it with gaming devices. After all, the main function of the high chair is eating.
3. The Internet, in particular any parent forum, offers another way to solve the problem - turning on cartoons or children's films while sitting down on a high chair. This advice should be treated with caution, since it may form a not very healthy eating habit.
4. Offer the baby sitting in the highchair the most delicious and favorite foods. This will lead to the formation of a pleasant association with this device. In addition, the baby can feed his favorite teddy bear or doll from a spoon.

You should not leave a child on a high chair without parental supervision, even if the model is characterized by increased safety. Be sure to fasten your baby with straps and check how stable the high chair is.

In addition, experts strongly advise against performing any manipulations with the feeding chair (adjusting the backrest or height of the device) if the baby is in the device at that moment. Such actions are fraught with childhood fear and refusal to sit in a chair in the future.

When to buy a high chair?

You should think about purchasing this children's furniture at the moment when the child already knows how to take a sitting position, his spinal column is already strong enough for a semi-vertical position. Typically, these conditions are met at six months of age (usually, but not necessarily).

The main feature of this age period is the active introduction of complementary foods (porridge and/or vegetable puree) into the children's menu, served in plates.

The child learns to eat independently with the help of a spoon, but due to poorly developed chewing skills, motor awkwardness, and carelessness, he often spits out food and smears it all over his own body and nearby things.

That is why the baby needs a special place for eating. For example, special furniture for feeding, which performs several important functions at once. In addition, it is more convenient for a mother to feed a child sitting opposite her than a baby who is placed in her arms.

At 5-6 months of age, the time a baby spends in a high chair should not exceed 10 minutes. But at 7–8 months, when the child’s spine becomes stronger, the duration of time spent in a sitting position increases significantly.

Universal furniture for feeding a child with a transformation function will last quite a long time. You can use such a high chair from six months to approximately three years, and sometimes seven years of age.