The 12 Best High Chairs for Every Lifestyle

It’s rare that a piece of baby gear works for nearly every situation or scenario—but the Skip Hop Sit to Step high chair comes extremely close. Need an infant-friendly seat? This baby high chair features three different angled reclines for optimal infant positioning. Want a high chair that will grow with your little one? The Skip Hop works throughout the toddler years, seamlessly converting into a step stool for growing kitchen helpers. For those tight on space, this high chair has a convenient flat fold; for parents looking for an easy-to-clean high chair (eh-hem, all of us!), the Skip Hop has both a machine-washable cover and dishwasher-friendly tray. If there’s anything not to love about this Best of Baby winner for best high chair, we’ve yet to find it.

Really looking to save space? Look no further than the aptly named SpaceSaver: a super-small high chair that attaches to a regular dining chair. It’s great for seamless integration, as it won’t take up any extra space (and the tray stores conveniently on the back of the seat for easy storage). But what this compact high chair lacks in size, it makes up for in features. It has three different recline options and two height positions to grow with your little one—plus, it has a dishwasher-safe seat, tray and tray insert for easy cleanup. Better yet is its affordable price tag. Simply put, there’s a lot to love about this little high chair.

The Bombol booster seat is a former Best of Baby winner for a reason: With a genius origami-inspired design, it folds flat and stores in a slim carry bag, and is incredibly easy to assemble when mealtime rolls around. Plus, it has a five-point harness and is a total breeze to clean, thanks to its stain-resistant finish. All in all, this portable high chair is ideal for toting around on any outing or trip.

Sometimes, an always-there high chair kills your kitchen’s vibe—even if it’s cute. In that case, opt for a foldable high chair you can stash in a closet or pantry. The best we’ve found is the Joovy Nook, which features a compact flat fold for easy storage, no-scratch floor pads, an adjustable five-point harness and a swing-open tray which can be operated with one hand. A nice bonus: This foldable high chair comes fully assembled right out of the box.

Comfortable, convenient and cute, the Inglesina Fast Table chair checks all the boxes for a hook-on high chair. Perfect for kitchen islands and restaurant tables (or any table, for that matter), the Inglesina hook-on high chair attaches with a simple twisting motion (with no scratches left behind). It also folds flat, weighs less than 5 lbs and comes with a carry case, making transport a breeze. Plus, the sleek Italian design makes this one piece of baby gear you won’t mind leaving out.

What are the absolute must-haves for an infant high chair? A safe recline position and a secure, comfortable seat—and the Peg Perego Siesta high chair offers both these non-negotiables (and more). Five recline positions, nine different heights and three footrest positions make this best infant high chair pick perfect for feeding, playing or resting. Four wheels let you bring baby with you from room to room and automatic locks keep baby safe while on the move.

Stokke has you covered through the toddler years (and beyond) with their new Steps high chair. In fact, this high chair will take you all the way into your child’s teenage years (seriously). The 5-in-1 seating system can be used with the tray, five-point harness and safety bar during the squirmy toddler years, and then it can all be removed to convert the high chair into a stylish chair that pulls right up to the table. The footrest dually serves as a step, allowing your little one to climb in and out (safely) on their own, and the high-quality construction holds up to 187 pounds.

It may be no frills, but the price on this iconic IKEA high chair cannot be beat: At under $30 from IKEA, the Antilop is certainly one of the most budget-friendly options available. The price tag isn’t the only standout feature though. Parents praise its space-saving Swedish design, simple assembly and disassembly (it simply pops together) and its easy-to-clean surfaces.

Easy to assemble, easy to use and easy to clean—Maxi-Cosi is all about making parents’ lives easier with this convertible high chair. This Best of Baby winner features nine different seat heights, five recline options and four tray positions (all adjustable with the push of a button), making our best convertible high chair pick one you can use from the newborn days through toddlerhood. It can be used as a fully reclined newborn seat, a traditional high chair with or without the tray, a booster seat or a toddler stool, ensuring you’ll get plenty of use out of this workhorse of a high chair. And for the rare moments you’re not using it in your kitchen, simply fold it flat to stow away.

There’s a reason—several, in fact—that this high chair consistently sells out. Lalo’s The Chair comes with two sets of legs: Longer ones for its high chair years and a shorter set so that it can be used as a play chair for toddlerhood and beyond. And over those years of usage, this high chair is built to handle messes big and small. The cotton cushion is water-repellant, stain-resistant and machine washable—or you can simply remove it altogether. The tray is also dishwasher-safe, and the silicone straps can either be wiped down or machine-washed. Easy-to-clean and nice to look at—now that’s a winning combination.

If solid and sturdy are at the top of your high chair wishlist, look no further than the Stokke Tripp Trapp. Made primarily from European beech and oak wood, the Tripp Trapp won’t just keep your child seated securely—it can also safely hold up a 242-pound adult (for real though). The adjustable seat and footplates are designed to ergonomically support your child at any age, ensuring their comfort and safety. Plus, it slides right up to the table like a dining chair, allowing your little one to be a part of dinner from day one.

Come for the futuristic aesthetic, stay for the extensive feature list. The Bloom Fresco high chair doesn’t just look cool, it is cool. The cocoon-like seat works for newborns (thanks to its full recline cradle position) and can be used up until the age of 8 (give or take), making the hefty price tag easier to swallow. The seat easily adjusts from counter height to table height and swivels a full 360 degrees—two rare features in high chairs. The Bloom Fresco also comes with two dishwasher-safe trays, an adjustable footrest and a safety bar, making our best modern high chair pick the complete package.