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Stokke Tripp Trapp Bundle Review

High quality option for kids over three who don't need the infant insert or buckling
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stokke tripp trapp bundle high chair review
Credit: Abriah Wofford
Price:  $362 List
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Manufacturer:   Stokke
By Juliet Spurrier, MD and Lindsay Selig  ⋅  Jun 20, 2018
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  • Ease of Use - 30% 7.0
  • Ease of Cleaning - 25% 8.0
  • Quality - 25% 9.0
  • Ease of Set Up - 10% 3.0
  • Footprint/ Portability - 10% 4.0

The Skinny

If you're looking for an eco-friendly, reliable, and long-lasting high chair, the Stokke Tripp Trapp may be perfect for you. You will have to purchase additional accessories such as the infant insert and tray if you plan to use it for a child under 2 years old, but the chair itself will last for years. It can even support adults, with a solid frame and a maximum weight limit of 300 lbs! For us, the buckles are the biggest gripe because they are bulky and awkward. Otherwise, the chair is simple to wipe clean and fits in nicely at your dining room table. Another added benefit is that your baby will be seated with adequate foot support from a young age. We enjoy the quality and craftsmanship of this high chair and highly recommend it.
REASONS TO BUY
Sturdy
Versatile
Quality piece of furniture
REASONS TO AVOID
Bulky buckling system
Tricky infant insert
Sensitive finishing materials

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Pros Sturdy, versatile, quality piece of furnitureQuality materials, easy to clean, folds for storage, auto-lock brakesLong lifespan, quality construction, useful featuresPrice, folds for storage, wipe cleanEasy clean-up, inexpensive, reclines, 2-in-1 booster, durable
Cons Bulky buckling system, tricky infant insert, sensitive finishing materialsHeavy, expensiveHarder to assemble, heavierLarge footprint when open, stiff tray, fabric not machine washableTray does not lay flat, does not fold, tray can be tricky
Bottom Line High quality option for kids over three who don't need the infant insert or bucklingA well-built, easy to clean, foldable high chair that both you and your baby will enjoyFunctional high chair with long term potential as adult chair and step stool with useful features for feeding babyAn inexpensive chair that folds for storing out of the way and offers the features you need for basic feeding of babies and toddlersAn affordable sturdy option that will get the job done
Rating Categories Stokke Tripp Trapp... Peg Perego Siesta Abiie Beyond Wooden Graco Slim Snacker... Graco SimpleSwitch
Ease of Use (30%)
7.0
7.0
8.0
5.0
4.0
Ease of Cleaning (25%)
8.0
7.0
8.0
4.0
6.0
Quality (25%)
9.0
8.0
8.0
5.0
5.0
Ease of Set Up (10%)
3.0
9.0
3.0
6.0
5.0
Footprint/ Portability (10%)
4.0
6.0
5.0
6.0
4.0
Specs Stokke Tripp Trapp... Peg Perego Siesta Abiie Beyond Wooden Graco Slim Snacker... Graco SimpleSwitch
Use Range 6 mos with Baby Set to 242 lbs Recliner: Birth to 19.8 lbs
Upright: 6mo to 45 lbs
6mo-12y+
Max weight: 250 lbs
Up to 3y (no minimum age)
Max weight: 40 lbs
Highchair: Up to 37 lbs
Booster: Up to 60 lbs
Harness 5-point 5-point 3 and 5-point 3 and 5-point 3 and 5-point
Dimensions 22"L x 18"W x 32.5"H 29.2"L x 23.5"W x 41.2"H 21.5"L x 17.5"W x 35"H 35"L x 21"W x 41"H 28.5"L x 23.5"W x 43"H
Footprint 2.8 sq ft 4.8 sq ft 2.6 sq ft 5.1 sq ft 4.7 sq ft
Weight 15.6 lbs 23 lbs 18.3 lbs 14 lbs 16.3 lbs

Our Analysis and Test Results

Founded in Norway in 1932, Stokke is a company that focuses on designing children's furniture that is smart, sustainable, and promotes healthy development. Until recently, the company was owned and operated by three generations of the Stokke family, proving the importance of family values within the company. Their premium products are distributed worldwide and include strollers, baby carriers, and more. Additionally, they take their commitment to the environment one step further by transporting their products through modern and efficient logistics channels, thereby reducing emissions.

Performance Comparison



stokke tripp trapp bundle high chair review - while getting her in the seat wasn't the easiest, she was quite...
While getting her in the seat wasn't the easiest, she was quite content once in.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Ease of Use


It was tricky for us to get baby in and out of the infant insert that is attached to the seat of the chair. In fact, it was nearly impossible to do if she was wearing shoes, as the rubber sole would catch and stick against the material of the infant insert. For us, it is comparable to the often tricky act of getting your child in and out of the baby swing at a park, except this chair has a sturdy back, and was not quite as flexible as a swing might be. We also found the harness to be extremely difficult to adjust. In fact, it is nearly impossible to do so with a little one inside, meaning you have to go through a trial and error process, taking the baby in and out until you can find the correct size for the harness. If you are using this chair for only one child, this only has to be done once and may not be a big deal. But if you are planning to use this chair with multiple children of different sizes, you will be frustrated with having to readjust the harness every time.

stokke tripp trapp bundle high chair review - while we appreciate the versatility of the chair for long use, the...
While we appreciate the versatility of the chair for long use, the infant support makes it difficult to get baby in and out.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Baby's positioning once in the chair, however, was excellent. We followed the guidelines in the manual to position the footrest, and it was perfect. When finally in the chair, the seating position is ergonomically correct; however, there are a few issues with comfort using the chair as is, without the Mini Baby Cushion. The harness straps did not tuck away and lay against the baby's back in an annoying way, and there is a large piece of plastic on the backside of the harness that leaning against will also be uncomfortable. However, all of these issues can resolve themselves if the extra cushion is used, which is why we included it in this review and highly recommend purchasing it alongside this chair.

stokke tripp trapp bundle high chair review - the chair can be adjusted to make a perfect ergonomical fit for...
The chair can be adjusted to make a perfect ergonomical fit for different size children.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Ease of Cleaning


The water-based, non-toxic paint on the Tripp Trapp is easy to wipe clean. However, the website recommends drying the chair after washing it to avoid moisture crack and staining the finish. We find it highly doubtful that a busy mom will have the time to not only wipe down the chair but then proceed to dry it. We sure didn't. Additionally, Stokke warns to keep the chair out of direct sunlight, as it will fade the finish. Although there were a lot of straps to wipe clean, the buckle itself did not have any gaps large enough to collect crumbs.

The fabric of the cushion is a thick canvas that is relatively easy to wipe clean. For bigger messes or just an occasional deep clean, it can be machine washed and dried, which is a big plus and will help keep the chair looking sharp.

Quality


The Tripp Trapp sure didn't disappoint when it came to quality, and there is no doubt that the product is sturdy and stable as they come. The durable European beech wood it is constructed of is a natural material and consequently has a rich surface with natural pattern variation and color combinations. To make the deal even more enticing, Stokke transports all its high chairs in an environmentally friendly way that reduces emissions. Furthermore, we loved that they took the extra step to get a safety certification from JPMA. Way to go, Stokke.

stokke tripp trapp bundle high chair review - the chair is super stable and well crafted.
The chair is super stable and well crafted.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Ease of Set Up


It took us an average of about 14 minutes to set up this chair, which is longer than average. It comes unassembled with many different parts to puzzle out. The screws were a bit difficult to get started, and the manual uses only words and no pictures.

Footprint and Portability


The Tripp Trapp did quite well regarding footprint and portability. It had the smallest footprint of all nine chairs, something to keep in mind if you have a smaller kitchen or dining area. The company added gliders to the chair that lengthen the back legs to provide additional backward stability as well as make it easier to push back from the table without fear of tipping. We think this something you will surely appreciate for safety's sake as well as the added convenience. So, although this chair has no wheels, we did not have any trouble maneuvering it around our kitchen and dining areas.

stokke tripp trapp bundle high chair review - stokke did a nice job creating a chair that does not take up a lot...
Stokke did a nice job creating a chair that does not take up a lot of space, whether pushed up to the table or on its own.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

The Stokke is one of the lightest chairs of the bunch, weighing only a touch over 15 pounds. Regarding portability, it does not fold flat, or fold at all for that matter. However, we found that it was not necessary to store this chair as you can slide it up to the table and out of the way, much like a regular chair.

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