8 Child Bike Seats That Let You Bring Your Kids Along for the Ride

Rear Frame Mount or Rack Mount

Thule will appear on this list a few times, and for good reasons. The Yepp Maxi frame is a dual rear mount or rack-mounted bicycle seat. It sits at an easy angle for kids to relax, and parents told me that the seat itself is supremely cushioned and breathable, with plenty of room for kids' helmets at the top. Riders also love the curved mount which really hugs the angles of the bike, giving it a ton of added stability.

They relayed that the straps for your child's feet are the easiest they've ever used as seasoned bicycling parents, with the ability to adjust with just a few tugs. No more trying to line up the holder. It has a simple push button on and off for the mount, making it relatively easy to take off when you don't want the seat attached for childfree rides or if you want your spouse to take over kid-schlepping duties.

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Rear Frame Mount

This child bike seat by Thule looks sleek in gray, and it can easily be mounted (or dismounted) from your favorite bike in seconds. This seat features protection wings to keep your little one's precious fingers safe, and the adjustable harness adds an extra layer of safety.

This seat is perfect for kids from 9 months old to 6 years of age, though it's recommended to consult with your pediatrician if choosing to use a bike seat with your baby before age 1.

Users love the ease of installation, as well as the fact that you can adjust the angle of the seat for comfort. One user relayed to me that she was surprised she was still using it as her child started using her own tricycle and balance bicycle, but that because it's just so comfortable for the child, they love being up there.

Rear Rack Mount

This child bike seat features plenty of protective features, which might prevent your kiddo from getting splashed with dirt during a ride on a dusty path. The leg restraints and chest harness will keep your kid safe, and the padded crossbar provides added protection. A child can ride safely from age 1 to up to 40 pounds.

Made by one of the oldest bicycle brands, Schwinn, this bike seat really showcases how well they know the way bicycles move and how kids can stay safe and stable in their seats.

Riders note that this might be a bit of a pain if you're a more petite rider as it's pretty tall. However, for that very reason, taller riders love how it sits and how simple it is to adjust your center of gravity to compensate for the seat.

Front Frame Mount

This flashy child bike seat is appropriate for kids from 1 year of age up to around 33 pounds. We love the bright red colors on the seat, and you'll seriously appreciate the one-click installation feature for seamless mounting and dismounting. This seat allows your little one to ride near the handlebars instead of behind you.

One great feature of this front-frame seat is that the crossbar isn't just soft — it's almost spongey. Also, the legs are separate, but not uncomfortably so.

I've personally seen a lot of riders using this seat in Brooklyn, and one thing you'll notice is that when the rider comes to a stop, the seat appears to remain extremely stable, even if it's a fairly sudden stop.

Front Frame Mount

This simple bike seat can also be placed near the handlebars instead of behind the adult rider. Designed for 1 to 3-year-olds, it's a comfortable ride thanks to adjustable leg and harness positions. The five-point harness provides maximum comfort and security for ease of mind, too.

The Thule Yepp is our first choice for a front mount long ride seat, and it's the most comfortable and breathable option for your baby on this list.

It’s especially great on mountain bikes and cruiser styles that have a thicker frame because of the way it attaches. One reviewer raves that “The back of the seat is low enough to not interfere with her head/helmet too much, and the harness offers amazing support and is easy to adjust.”

Multiple Mount Choices

Your toddler or child up to 40 pounds will love the ride that the Burley bike seat provides. It's ultra-cushioned, the five-point harness is secure, and the legs are built for comfort.

Parents will love that you have your choice of which mount you'd like to purchase: a rack mount, a frame mount, or a reclining extended mount. You can also buy leg extensions for taller kids. This bike seat provides so much value for the user, given all of its options and the overall comfort of the seat.

A reviewer I spoke with could not stop raving about the sheer comfort of the ride, saying, “If my daughter is fussy and tired, I know that if I get her in her bike seat, she’ll be out in minutes.”

Rear Rack Mount

There's a lot to love about this bike seat, but we'll start with the fact that it has a 48-pound weight limit, making it one of the highest on the market. It also has a reclining seat for helmet comfort and an ultra shock-absorbing rack mount.

It is, admittedly, tricky to position the first time — but like opening a combination lock or learning to fold a fitted sheet, once you've got it, you've got it. (The fitted sheet thing is actually doable, I swear.)

Front frame mount

Beep beep! This child bike seat has a padded steering wheel that toddlers can't get enough of. This low-profile, front-mount model makes children feel like they're in charge of the ride.

It's built to hold children up to 38 pounds, with a cushioned, durable seat, five-point harness, and adjustable foot straps.

At under $80, you may think that the quality is lacking compared to other models on this list, but that couldn't be further from the truth. The blown-plastic seat is easy to clean and simple to mount. It's a great all-around pick.