The Best Potty Training Chairs, Seats and Toilets, Toddler-Tested

The Bump takeaway: The Jool Baby Handled Potty Chair is the Best of The Bump winner for overall best potty chair thanks to its stable, confidence-boosting design, parent-friendly cleanup features and exceptional value.

If you’re at the early stages of toilet training, a standalone potty chair can help your little one come to grips with the process. The Jool Baby Handled Potty Chair stood out for its ease of use, easy cleaning and reasonable price, with our mom tester noting that the mini toilet helped to accelerate her daughter’s potty training progress. Its combination of comfort, stability, thoughtful design and affordability made it the strongest all-around performer we tested.

Comfort
The potty chair has a comfortable design, with a design that features arms and a deep backrest so your little one can feel supported while they do their business. “The high back on this potty chair definitely helped [my daughter] feel secure and safe to go,” says our product tester Kayla.

This potty chair also has handles, which gave Kayla’s daughter something to hold onto while she perched on top. A supportive design like this can help a toddler intuitively position themselves correctly. “Proper positioning is very important,” advises potty training consultant Allen. “Ideally, the child should be sitting up straight, in the middle of the seat.” Meanwhile, built-in grips on the base minimize the odds of it moving around during use. “There was never any sliding or slipping when using or sitting down,” Kayla says.

Size
In terms of size, Kayla said this potty chair was perfect for her 2-year-old. “She sits and fits on it so well,” shares Kayla. It’s also nice and lightweight, making it easy to move from room to room. “My daughter was able to move it herself,” confirms Kayla.

While the Jool Baby potty chair doesn’t fold flat or come with a carry bag, Kayla says it’s still compact and lightweight enough to put in the back of a car for pit stops on the road.

Features
This potty chair has plenty of clever features to keep messes contained, like a slide-out drawer for dumping contents and a lid to cover the potty seat when it’s not in use (although you may want to hold off on using the lid until your little one can recognize when they need to go with enough advanced notice). While there’s a built-in splash guard, be aware that there’s a tiny gap between the potty seat and bowl, which means boys may have the occasional leak.

“It’s very efficient and easy to clean,” says Kayla, who noted that she cleaned it with a Clorox wipe after disposing of the contents into the main toilet. “The plastic wipes up very easily and well,” she adds. Combined with the removable basin, the design kept cleanup quick and straightforward throughout testing.

Child’s reaction
The Jool Baby chair won over both Kayla and her daughter. “She really loves this potty,” our tester says. In fact, her toddler calls it her “pretty potty” and is truly excited to use it—which makes all the difference. “We had very few accidents using this potty,” Kayla says, “mainly because she was able to do everything herself and felt confident using this potty.”

Type: Potty chair | Stages: 1 | Dimensions: 7" (L) x 12" (W) x 13" (H) | Weight: 2.2 lbs.

The Bump takeaway: With an expert-recommended design, secure fit and adjustable sizing, the BabyBjörn Toilet Training Seat earned a Best of The Bump winner for overall best potty seat.

The best potty training seats fit securely on the toilet but are still easy to move and store. With its adjustable fit and top handle, this option from BabyBjörn meets both of those needs. “I highly recommend the BabyBjörn Toilet Trainer, which fits on the regular toilet seat,” says potty training consultant Allen.

The seat weighs in at under a pound, so little ones can position it with utmost independence—a good way to instill pride in potty autonomy. Thanks to the top handle, it’s just as easy to remove, making it a great option for bathrooms shared by multiple family members.

But the real highlight of this potty training seat is the fitting system that adapts the seat to the size of your toilet. Turning a dial on the back of the seat moves a hidden pair of braces that keep the BabyBjörn seat in place on top of different toilet shapes and styles. “The BabyBjörn Toilet Training Seat took seconds to set up and is easily adjustable to the toilet seat,” says our product tester Brooke, who tried this potty seat with her 3-year-old. This adjustability helps create the secure fit experts recommend, making it easier to achieve a snug fit on a variety of toilets.

Fit
The unique dial, coupled with a non-slip grip, keeps little ones from sliding around. According to our expert, that’s a crucial feature in a potty seat. “If using a potty seat, it should fit snugly and securely—no wiggling or slipping,” says Dr. Mona Amin, MD, a pediatrician and podcaster based in Miami, Florida.

Having a well-fitted seat will also prevent your child from pinching their fingers between the seat and toilet lid, which can lead to negative associations. This aligns with guidance from Allen, who notes that children should feel secure and supported while using the toilet.

Design
Brooke also appreciated the simple white color and streamlined look of the BabyBjörn Toilet Training Seat. “Since my daughter is almost fully potty-trained, we wanted a potty seat that matched our toilet, and therefore there was no need or desire for fun characters or colors,” Brooke shares.

All in all, this proved to be a super practical seat. “The BabyBjörn Toilet Training Seat really helped my daughter in potty training,” Brooke says. “She needed a ‘big girl seat’ without the big hole to fall through,” and this fan-favorite fit the bill. “It’s the perfect size for her but looks and feels like a regular toilet seat”—ideal for helping little ones get used to the grown-up potty.

Type: Training seat | Stages: 1 | Dimensions: 11.5" (L) x 14" (W) x 3.5" (H) | Weight: 14 oz.

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The Bump takeaway: The Nuby My Real Potty Training Toilet is the Best of The Bump winner for best toilet potty. Its ultra-realistic design, flushing sounds and comfy kid-friendly size help make potty training feel more familiar and engaging.

One of the first things that strikes you about this toddler toilet from Nuby is its uncanny resemblance to the classic porcelain toilets grown-ups use to do their business. And what little one doesn’t want to emulate the adults in their house?

For families looking to make the transition from diapers feel more familiar, the realistic design can be a major draw. It was an important factor for our product tester Imari, mom of a 2-year-old: “When choosing a seat for potty training, I knew I wanted something realistic,” she tells us. “Something that was his size so he’d feel comfortable and included. It’s helped him know what to use when he needs to go.”

Child’s reaction
Imari’s toddler was a big fan of the realistic style; it made him feel comfortable from the get-go. “My child was very excited to use this potty. He immediately knew what it was. He quickly sat on it, fully clothed in excitement,” she shares. The training toilet comes with a light-up flush button that kids can flush for realistic sound effects, and a built-in compartment for wipes, both of which Imari’s son loved.

“For some kids, features like a pretend flush or fun character design can add excitement and make potty time feel more engaging,” Dr. Amin says. And while she explains that specialty features aren’t necessary for long-term success, they can definitely help: “These features can help build positive associations, especially early on.” That was certainly the case during testing, where the flushing sounds and realistic design quickly made the potty feel more exciting and engaging for Imari's son.

Ease of cleaning
With its easy-to-remove bowl, Imari found this training potty straightforward to sanitize. “It’s easy to keep clean, especially with boys learning how to go standing up,” she explains. “I was able to clean it thoroughly in about two minutes. There was no mess and no splashes following him using it,” she adds.

Durability
While it’s sturdy, it’s relatively lightweight at under 4 lbs., which makes it easy enough to move when needed. The Nuby My Real Potty Training Toilet is also solid and secure, according to Imari, thanks to the anti-skid rubber base.

Imari had only praise to share after her son began using this potty chair. She went so far as to call it “fun”—and if this can make potty training an enjoyable process, that’s a major win.

Type: Potty chair | Stages: 1 | Dimensions: 12" (L) x 18" (W) x 10" (H) | Weight: 3.8 lbs.

The Bump takeaway: The Munchkin Arm & Hammer Multistage 3-in-1 potty is the Best of The Bump winner for best potty that grows with your toddler. Its intuitive three-way design is built for sturdiness while the easy-to-attach toilet seat has elongated grips for a firmer fit.

Over the course of potty training, many parents wind up buying both a potty chair and potty training seat: Your child may begin on the potty chair when they’re very young, then graduate to an on-the-toilet potty training seat as they grow bigger. And since little ones need a leg up to reach the toilet seat or sink for handwashing, a step stool is another common purchase. In our survey, 22 percent of parents admitted that having to buy separate products for different stages was one of their biggest frustrations when it comes to buying for potty training.

The Munchkin Arm & Hammer Multistage 3-in-1 Potty can stay with you throughout your child’s entire potty training journey thanks to its reasonably-priced three-mode design, which works as a chair, a seat and a step stool. Instead of replacing your potty setup as your child grows, this all-in-one design adapts to their changing needs.

Conversion
Once your kiddo is done doing their business and the potty lid is closed, the training toilet transforms into a very sturdy step stool with a textured surface that provides added stability, so toddlers can easily reach the sink to wash their hands after they go—a feature our mom tester loved. Even after potty training is over, the step stool can continue helping little ones reach the sink independently.

When your child is ready for a potty training seat, it’s very easy to separate the seat from the chair, according to our tester. “The detachable seat is simple to remove from the 3-in-1 potty and attaches easily to the toilet,” our tester Rothavy told us. To help secure the seat in place, there are four plastic grips underneath. It’s worth noting, though, that this seat doesn’t fit on elongated toilet seats.

Ease of cleaning
“I like how easy it was to clean,” says Rothavy. “You just lift the seat, and the bowl is removable. [It’s] one big opening without any hard-to-reach places.” In fact, it has handles on the bowl to make it a breeze to lift and sanitize.

To keep things smelling fresh and clean, unusually it has a deodorizing disc on the lid to neutralize odors. It’s a small touch, but one that helps keep the potty fresher between cleanings.

Other features
To keep little ones in place as they pee and poo, there are slightly-raised handles on each side of the chair for little hands to grasp. Plus, it’s compact and fairly lightweight, making it “very easy to move around from room to room. We even brought it to my parents’ home,” Rothavy says. And while some potty chairs are brightly colored or animated, Rothavy appreciated the neutral grey and white tones of the Munchkin, echoing the views of many parents online. “This allows it to go with any aesthetic,” she enthuses.

Type: Potty chair | Stages: 3 | Dimensions: 15.5" (L) x 13.5" (W) x 8" (H) | Weight: 3.5 lbs.

The Bump takeaway: The Contours Bravo 3-Stage Potty earned a Best of The Bump award for best potty chair for boys with an extra-wide, flexible splash guard that helped prevent messes during testing, and a versatile 3-in-1 design.

It’s no secret that potty training boys comes with a slightly different set of challenges—and when they sit on a potty chair or seat, an effective splash guard is key. Compared to other potty training toilets, the Contours Bravo 3-Stage Potty has an extra-high and wide splash guard attachment for boys (but one that can be adjusted to accommodate girls). The guard is also soft and flexible, which means it’s less likely that pee will bounce back on your child.

“I loved the splash guard,” our product tester Chelsea. tells us. She used the potty with her 3-year-old son and found that the splash guard prevented pee from spraying over the sides. Throughout testing, it consistently contained messes and gave Chelsea confidence that cleanup would be quick and manageable.

Stability and size
The impressive splash guard isn’t its only selling point—it also tested well for stability. “The height and size were perfect for my son,” Chelsea says. “He was very comfortable on the potty, and we had no issues with it moving or slipping.” The roomy seat and stable base help support one of the most important potty-training goals: helping children feel secure enough to focus on using the potty rather than balancing on it.

At first Chelsea was skeptical about the size of the potty chair’s bowl, but this quickly became one of her favorite aspects. “I loved how deep it was, and the smaller size of the bowl made it easier to dump waste,” she shares, adding that it would be great to travel with.

Conversion
Chelsea also had high praise for the versatility of this toddler potty’s three-stage design. “I love that the base of the potty is the step stool because we will be using that long after the stage 1 potty,” she tells us.

The conversion wasn’t quite as simple as the Munchkin—it took Chelsea a few extra minutes to convert the potty chair into a training seat—but she says it sat nicely on the grown-up toilet. All in all, she liked the design as well as its overall style: Like the Munchkin, the neutral color scheme of this modern potty training toilet won’t draw too much attention to itself, whether it’s set up in your bathroom or elsewhere in your home.

Editor's note: There are currently low stocks of Contours Bravo 3-Stage Potty but new stock is expected to be in stores by fall.

Type: Potty chair | Stages: 3 | Dimensions: 13.3" (L) x 12" (W) x 13.3" (H) | Weight: 4.2 lbs.

The Bump takeaway: The Nuby My Real Urinal is the Best of The Bump winner for best potty training toilet for boys who want to stand because of its curved anti-splash bowl, realistic design and engaging features that provide a dedicated place for boys to practice standing pees with less mess.

You never know how any given child is going to react to potty training. While my older son was perfectly happy to learn sitting down, my younger son wanted to be just like his big brother from the start, and was eager to learn standing up. And while experts generally recommend that boys master sitting on the potty before transitioning to standing, some children are naturally drawn to that next step earlier than others.

For those boys, the Nuby My Real Urinal offers a dedicated place to practice. Although my son was initially resistant to the Nuby My Real Urinal when we began testing it (we’re officially in our threenager era), it eventually became his preferred place to pee. Today, it’s the only potty he’ll use for urination and it’s helped him keep his pull-ups drier in the process.

Features
The Nuby has several thoughtful features designed specifically for boys learning to pee standing up, including a spinning target that gives them something to aim at while using the urinal. (Although my little-one had a difficult time making the target spin, it did help him focus on urinating in the center of the bowl and avoiding spills).

I assumed the target would be more of a distraction than a training tool, but over time it seemed to encourage my son to focus on where he was aiming. The urinal itself is also more streamlined and realistic-looking than some of the novelty options on the market, making it an easy addition to a bathroom without feeling overly toy-like.

Shape and design
What impressed me most, however, wasn't the spinning target or even the flushing sounds—it was the bowl design. The curved shape helped contain urine and gave my son a clearly defined target, resulting in fewer splashes. In fact, despite being taller than average for his age (he’s in the 95th percentile for height), he was able to use the urinal comfortably and with accurate aim.

Ease of setup and cleaning
The urinal was also easy to use. Setup took just a few minutes and the removable bowl made emptying (which he could do himself) and cleaning quick and painless. While I did notice that some urine collected in the crevice where the bowl sits inside the base—a spot that requires a little extra attention during cleaning––the smooth plastic construction was easy to wipe down and sanitize.

Type: Training urinal | Stages: 1 | Dimensions: 9" (L) x 9" (W) x 19" (H) | Weight: 3.7 lbs

The Bump takeaway: The Kolcraft Sesame Street Elmo Hooray! 3-in-1 Potty is the Best of The Bump winner for best potty chair for reluctant toddlers. Its familiar character design, interactive flushing sounds and encouraging phrases help make potty training feel fun rather than intimidating.

Not every toddler is psyched to sit on the potty—but the friendly face of Elmo on this Sesame Street themed potty chair can help put those more reluctant children at ease. Not only that, but the Kolcraft Sesame Street Elmo Hooray! 3-in-1 Potty also offers a pretend flusher that plays encouraging phrases with Elmo’s distinct voice (with adjustable volume settings).

Child’s reaction
“My child would dance every time she flushed the toilet,’” our product tester Rhea tells us. These fun interactive features aren’t just for show—they help little ones feel more engaged and relaxed around the potty. “My toddler has fun just playing with it!” Rhea gushes.

For children who prefer Cookie Monster—and look, that’s fair, he's delightful—there’s also an alternative version with his smiling blue face.

Ease of use
If your child becomes quite attached to this training toilet, don’t worry: Rhea confirms the potty is light enough for her 2-year-old to tote from room to room on her own, and is compact enough to fit in a stroller storage basket for afternoon outings.

When it comes to emptying the waste cup, Rhea found it super straightforward. “I pour the contents into the adult potty and then rinse with hot water and soap in the sink,” she shares. “It’s very streamlined and very easy to use and clean.”

Conversion
Parents will also love that this 3-in-1 potty chair functions as a step stool when the lid is closed, as well as a potty seat with handles that sits atop a regular toilet. “The seat attachment easily goes on top of an adult potty,” enthuses Rhea.

Our product tester thought the Kolkraft offers fantastic value for the money. “The price is definitely fair for the product, since you don't have to buy a step stool or an attachment for an adult potty,” Rhea says. “This is the only toddler potty you will need, since it can do everything. Such a great product.”

Type: Potty chair | Stages: 3 | Dimensions: 13.5" (L) x 13.3" (W) x 17.5" (H) | Weight: 3.4 lbs.

The Bump Takeaway: The First Years Super Pooper Plus Potty System won a Best of The Bump award for best potty chair for reluctant poopers. Its included footrest promotes proper positioning during bowel movements, while the realistic design and encouraging sound effects help make potty time feel less intimidating.

While some toddlers are hesitant to use the toilet in general, others are anxious about one thing in particular: pooping. That’s where the First Years Super Pooper Plus Potty System stands out. If you’re potty-training a reluctant pooper, this potty chair is designed to make the process more comfortable for both you and your child.

It comes with an included footrest, which Dr. Amin tells us “helps with proper positioning and body mechanics during a bowel movement.” Similar to a Squatty Potty for adults, the stool on the First Years Super Pooper allows little ones to get into a more comfortable, relaxed position by raising their knees above their hips, which studies have shown can help ease pushing.

That focus on positioning is what ultimately earned it this category win. Our product tester Jamie , mom to a 2-year-old, says, “I like how it brought his knees higher up and closer to his body because it made going number two easier for him,” echoing the experience of many other parents. Moreover, “having a designated place to set his feet helped him stay more focused,” she adds.

Design
Another benefit is that this realistic training potty looks like a mini version of the real thing. “This chair helped my child feel like a big kid while using a little potty, since it looked so similar to our real toilet. He felt very natural and comfortable sitting on it,” Jamie shares. For toddlers who are nervous about pooping, that familiarity can help make the experience feel less intimidating.

The realistic design also has buttons for flushing and cheering sound effects when toddlers are finished with their business. Jamie tells us: “His favorite part was pushing the buttons to ‘flush’ or get a round of applause!” She added that those buttons were a key incentive to getting her son to sit on the potty in the first place.

Ease of use
Tester Jamie praised its lightweight design (it weighs less than 2 lbs.), which made it easy to move from room to room. While cleaning the bowl was generally straightforward, one drawback Jamie mentioned was that you have to disconnect the seat to get the bowl, which she wasn’t a fan of. That said, the bowl can actually be detached from the chair and placed on top of the regular toilet to help transition kids from their training potty to the real thing.

Type: Potty chair | Stages: 2 | Dimensions: 18" (L) x 14.5" (W) x 11" (H) | Weight: 1.7 lbs.

The Bump takeaway: The Jool Potty Training Seat with 2 Step Ladder’s sturdy design, adjustable height settings and handy fold earned it a Best of The Bump award for best potty seat with ladder, giving confidence-boosting support for independent bathroom use.

Potty training seats are a helpful way to make a family bathroom toddler-friendly, but getting on and off an adult toilet can be a challenge for little ones. This Jool Baby seat has a built-in ladder with two rungs and handles on either side, meaning tots can easily climb up and take a seat independently. For families hoping to skip a standalone potty chair and transition directly to the big toilet, it offers a safe and confidence-boosting solution.

Ease of setup
Set-up was “a breeze,” says Kat, who tested the potty seat with her 3-year-old son. “I was able to set it up myself, with no assistance or additional tools,” she adds . “The ladder fit for our toilet height aligns perfectly.” Moreover, it can be adjusted to six different heights to accommodate different bathroom suites.

When it’s not in use, it can be folded in half for easy storage. “It fits into the space without making a statement,” Kat says. “We typically leave it set up, but if we need to use that bathroom, or have guests over, it stows away easily.”

Stability
The adjustable design also helps ensure children can climb up safely and sit with their feet supported––something experts say is important for both confidence and proper potty positioning. Once it was set up, Kat says the ladder felt secure and “did not wobble or slip when he used it.” This is important, as Dr. Amin notes that “a step stool or stairs should be sturdy with a non-slip surface to prevent falls.”

Child’s reaction
“My 3-year-old was very excited to come home and see his ‘big boy potty,’” says Kat, who noted that her older son also enjoyed using the ladder rungs as a footrest during bathroom breaks. Kat notes that her 3-year-old was a little hesitant to climb the ladder and turn himself around at first—but with practice his confidence grew, as “the toilet seat did not move once he was on it, or while climbing.” Aside from the easy to scale ladder, this potty has handles on both sides, which Kat’s son enjoyed holding onto.

Ease of cleaning
“The potty seat is predominantly plastic, which makes it super easy to clean,” says Kat. She typically used a wet wipe to sanitize the seat, but says you can also separate the seat from the ladder for more thorough cleaning with soap and water.

Another helpful feature to keep things clean is the splash guard lip, which proved especially useful for boys who are still learning proper positioning and aim. “It has been very helpful, as he is still working on aiming his pee down, and it catches the pee that would otherwise be on the seat [or] floor,” says Kat.

This toddler potty impressed Kat so much, she labeled it a parenting “must-have,” saying, “This seat has increased [my son’s] confidence and independence in going potty, and definitely benefited our potty training journey.” For families focused on fostering bathroom independence, it strikes an impressive balance between safety, stability and ease of use.

Type: Training seat | Stages: 1 | Dimensions: 19.7" (L) x 3.9" (W) x 9.8" (H) | Weight: 2 lbs.

The Bump Takeaway: The Pokanic Foldable Toilet Seat has a compact design, secure suction-cup fit and included travel bag, earning it a Best of The Bump award for best foldable potty seat.

Although most parents will tell you that nothing about potty training is particularly convenient, the Pokanic Foldable Toilet Seat just might be the exception. This foldable potty seat fits compactly into a convenient travel bag that can be tossed into a diaper bag or even purse.

Setup
Setting it up is just as simple as carrying it. “This foldable toilet seat was super easy to use. It easily unfolded and suctioned to our toilet seat with very little pressure needed,” our product tester Amber tells us.

Thanks to its four non-slip pads and eight suction cups, this clever design will securely attach to almost any toilet seat—whether you’re at home, out to dinner, at the airport or anywhere in between.

The secure fit is especially important on unfamiliar toilets, as stability can help toddlers feel more confident and comfortable while potty training away from home. With a bit of assistance, her toddler was even able to set it up. “She knows how to unfold the seat and put it on the toilet but needed a little help with pressing it down to get a good and even suction,” Amber shares.

Ease of cleaning
Even washing this foldable potty training seat is straightforward. “The toilet seat is super easy to clean. Since it’s plastic, I just wipe it down with a cleaning wipe after every use,” Amber says. Although it’s worth noting that the back has some tighter nooks and crannies that might take slightly longer to clean.

Design
Another highlight of this seat is the fun, cheerful design with an adorable duck face, which can help win over anxious potty-training tots. “We have our own backyard flock of chickens, so my toddler was very excited about this seat. She calls it her ‘chicken potty’ and loves to use it!” Amber says. (This seat is also available in blue, pink and green animal options to help you find the best fit for your little one.)

The foldable design also makes it easier to maintain potty-training routines while traveling, running errands or visiting friends and family––situations that can otherwise disrupt consistency.

While you may not have heard of the brand Pokanic before, our tester’s experience echoed the hundreds of positive Amazon reviews. “We personally own a different brand’s product and it costs us more but is of the same quality [as] this seat,” Amber says. “It has definitely exceeded my expectations for the price.” For families looking for an easy way to keep potty training on track outside the home, this travel-friendly seat is a standout choice.

Type: Training seat | Stages: 1 | Dimensions: 19.7" (L) x 3.9" (W) x 9.8" (H) | Weight: 2 lbs.

The Bump takeaway: The OXO Tot 2-in-1 Go Potty is the Best of The Bump winner for best travel potty chair. Its compact folding design, effective dual functionality and general usability make it easy to stick with potty training, even on the go.

Potty training at home is one thing. Potty training in the park, in the car, at a restaurant or while running errands is something else entirely. But the OXO Tot 2-in-1 Go Potty helps families maintain potty-training momentum wherever they are. Its two-in-one design functions as both a standalone potty and—with the quick fold of four legs—a toilet seat topper, giving parents a flexible solution whether a toilet is nearby or not.

What set the OXO apart during testing was how well it performed in real-life travel scenarios throughout our hands-on product testing. Our tester used it at parks, on car trips, in stores, at restaurants and on multiple adult toilets, consistently finding it quick to set up, easy to clean and comfortable for her toddler to use.

“This is likely the best potty training tool for travel and being on the go that I’ve experienced,” says Dana, a mom of a 2-year-old. “The portability, the stability, the ease of cleanup and ability to be used both as a standalone potty and on a larger potty is a game-changer.”

Ease of use
One of the biggest challenges with potty training away from home is timing. When a toddler says they need to go, every second counts. Fortunately, the OXO’s folding legs open in just a few seconds and the included liners make cleanup surprisingly simple.

I personally used an earlier version of this potty with my older son during park outings when I was also caring for his (at the time) infant brother. The disposable bags made cleanup quick and mess-free, allowing me to focus on my kids instead of figuring out what to do with a dirty potty. I distinctly remember baby-wearing my younger son and quickly tying off one of the portable liners without any fuss. Dana had a similar experience, noting that the bags were easy to install, remove and dispose of when away from home.

Features and design
The dual-purpose design proved equally useful. When a restroom isn’t available, it functions as a standalone potty. When a toilet is nearby, it transforms into a toilet-seat topper that fit every toilet our tester tried, including public restrooms.

Her son especially appreciated the built-in handles, which helped him feel more secure using unfamiliar toilets away from home. Combined with the included travel bag and compact fold, it’s easy to see why this is a longtime parent favorite.

Type: 2-in-1 seat and chair | Stages: 2 | Dimensions: 10.75" (L) x 10" (W) x 6" (H) | Weight: 1.5 lbs.

The Bump takeaway: The Jool Baby Quick Flip is the Best of The Bump winner for best built-in toilet training seat thanks to its soft-close integrated toddler seat, magnetic hold feature and two-shape options.

Some parents want to avoid the hassle of emptying a standalone potty chair or transferring a training seat on and off their home’s primary toilet every time their kid has to go. The Jool Baby Quick Flip provides a secure, robust inbuilt seat that has features you’d want from a good adult toilet seat as well as those designed for little ones.

The design has two seats under one lid: A normal-sized ring for grown-ups and a smaller ring for kids. “I like that we don’t have to worry about taking the seat off [and] hanging it up,” our product tester Brittany tells us.

But the real benefit of a fixed toddler training seat is that the seat is much more stable and secure than a removable one, which is often prone to slipping. An adult toilet can feel high up and a little precarious for some toddlers so you want to avoid it slipping or shifting when they climb on. Potty training consultant Allen emphasizes that "stability is the biggest thing,” explaining that some children are particularly sensitive to feeling unsteady. Indeed, 44 percent of our potty survey respondents said one of their biggest frustrations was their child feeling unstable.

Installation and versatility
Adult toilets come in a surprising array of shapes and sizes and to ensure a secure fit, the Jool Baby Quick Flip Toilet Seat is available in two sizes: elongated and round. As a built-in option, installing this training seat takes a bit more time and effort than easy-on easy-off styles. But that setup (which is comparable to installing any other toilet seat) is a one-time effort for long-term convenience, which Brittany appreciates. “Once we had switched out the seats, this one fit well on the toilet and looked nice. It worked really well,” she says.

Moreover, the built-in design is a good option for families with multiple children. Brittany found it was straightforward for her 3-year-old and the rest of her family to easily switch between adult and toddler seats. “My bigger kids can just lift the potty training part. Since it’s an actual seat and doesn’t come off, they don’t have to worry about putting it on the toilet or removing it,” she explains.

Ease of use and safety
The design is subtle, easy to clean (similar to a regular toilet seat) and, most importantly, safe. A clever magnetic ring holds the training seat up when a big kid or adult is using the toilet. Most importantly, Brittany found that when her toddler needed to urgently use it, they were able to detach and lower the toddler seat ,in seconds. “My younger kids can easily pull that part down and have the toilet training seat ready for them,” says Brittany.

For added safety, the soft-close lid means no accidental finger pinches. “The kids can’t slam it, which is great,” Brittany adds.

The Jool Baby Quick Flip Toilet Seat is one of the more expensive built-in seats and so it’s good to know that you can continue to use it after potty training is done. It’s simple to remove the training seat leaving just the adult-sized seat. Plus you have the chance to adapt it again if you embark on another potty training journey.

Type: Training seat | Stages: 1 | Dimensions: 15.4" (L) x 15.5" (W) x 3.2" (H) | Weight: 4.2 lbs.