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? This option works throughout the toddler years, seamlessly converting into a step stool for growing kitchen helpers. For those tight on space, it has a convenient flat fold—and for parents looking for an easy-to-clean high chair (eh-hem, all of us!), it has both a machine-washable cover and dishwasher-friendly tray. If there’s anything not to love about this top-rated best high chair, we’ve yet to find it.

Come for the futuristic aesthetic, stay for the extensive feature list. This modern 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, as the years go by, it can be used by children weighing up to 99 pounds, making the hefty price tag easier to swallow. The seat easily adjusts from counter height to table height with just the click of a button for your convenience. Better yet, it also comes with a dishwasher-safe tray, an adjustable footrest, a five-point harness and a safety bar, making our best modern high chair pick the complete package.

Really looking to save space? Look no further than this super-small high chair that easily attaches to regular dining chairs. It’s great for seamless integration, as it won’t take up any extra space—but what this compact high chair lacks in size, it makes up for in features. It has a five-point harness and high back to keep your little one safely seated during mealtime—plus, it has a machine-washable seat pad, tray and tray insert for easy cleanup. Simply put, there’s a lot to love about this little high chair for baby.

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

Stokke has you covered through the toddler years (and beyond) with their Steps high chair. In fact, this high chair will take you all the way into your child’s teenage years (seriously). The five-in-one seating system can be used with the tray, five-point harness and safety bar during the squirmy toddler stage, and then it can all be removed to convert the high chair into a stylish chair that pulls right up to the table. What’s more, 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.

Easy to assemble, easy to use and easy to clean—Maxi-Cosi is all about making parents’ lives simpler with this convertible high chair. It features nine different seat heights, five recline options and four tray positions (all adjustable with the push of a button), so you can use it from the newborn days through toddlerhood. This pick 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.

Comfortable, convenient and cute, this pick checks all the boxes for a hook-on high chair. Perfect for kitchen islands and restaurant tables (or any table, for that matter), it attaches with a simple twisting motion (with no scratches left behind). This convenient option 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.

With a genius origami-inspired design, this portable high chair for baby folds flat, 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 seat 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 this design, which features a compact flat fold for simple storage, no-scratch floor pads, an adjustable five-point harness and a swing-open tray that can be operated with one hand. A nice bonus: This foldable high chair comes fully assembled right out of the box.

It may be no frills, but the price on this iconic IKEA high chair cannot be beaten: At under $30, it’s 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 the easy-to-clean surfaces.

There’s a reason—several, in fact—that this high chair consistently sells out. This standout seat 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. Best of all, the seat 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 checklist, look no further than this wooden high chair. Made primarily from European beech and oak wood, this pick won’t just keep your child seated securely—it can also hold up a 242-pound adult (for real though). The adjustable chair 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.