Best buggy boards for toddlers, as recommended by parents

The Lascal BuggyBoard Maxi ticks pretty much all the boxes you could imagine, making it our favourite overall buggy board. It’s a universal board, claiming to fit more than 99% of pushchairs, so whatever buggy you own, the Lascal Maxi is likely to work for you.

Lascal has produced a good quality, solid board, with a non-slip surface to help your child travel safely. It can be hooked out of the way when not in use for short periods or you can completely remove it with ease.

The Lascal Maxi is a standing board which doesn’t come with a seat. However, there’s an option to buy a compatible ‘saddle’, which can be bought separately if you decide your child would be happier sitting down. The saddle doesn’t come cheap, so you’d have to factor this into the overall price if you want a seated buggy board. When compared to the other seated buggy board on our list, the BumpRider Sit Stroller Board, the Lascal Maxi works out as being quite a bit more expensive.

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It may cost the best part of £100 but the BumpRider Sit Stroller Board offers lots of impressive features. The definition of versatile, it can fit pretty much any pushchair on the market and can also be clipped out of the way when not needed, and it even has a suspension mechanism for a comfortable ride.

Best of all, the seat is incredibly comfy for little bottoms and there are also built-in handlebars that kids will find really fun (while also helping to keep them secure). The seat can be easily removed, if your child prefers to stand during their ride.

You may alternatively prefer to choose the Seat+ option - this removable seat doesn’t come with a built in handlebar but it can be fitted either front or backwards facing so if your older child fancies a cuddle with you during their journey, that’s totally doable. Whichever variation you choose, the BumpRider Sit Stroller Board accommodates children aged between two and five.

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Your child is bound to love this unique product. It's more than just a stroller-board - it’s a scooter! Produced by the makers of Mountain Buggy and Phil & Teds, the Mountain Buggy Freerider Stroller Board is a multipurpose ride-on platform and detachable scooter. Choose it in eye-catching orange or classic black.

For scooter mode, you turn the rear wheel into the fixed position. To allow for manoeuvrability when it’s attached to the buggy, you can turn it for a 360-degree swivel function. There are light up, colourful wheels and an adjustable handlebar that houses four height options, from 68cm (26 inches) to 90cm (35inches) so it will grow with your child. As a scooter, it can handle up to 50kg of weight or 20kg as a buggy board when attached to a pushchair.

The Mountain Buggy Freerider Stroller Board is made to fit the rear axle of all Mountain Buggy and Phil & Teds prams. But it can also fit the Baby Jogger City Mini, Britax Strider Plus, Bugaboo Cameleon and Bob Revolution with the use of an additional connector.

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The Lascal BuggyBoard Mini is a more compact version of our top choice, the Lascal BuggyBoard Maxi. It lives up to its name - the Mini weighs only 1.8kg in comparison to the Maxi’s heftier 2.7kg.

However, just like the beefier version, it will fit any pushchair and has the same non-slip platform, with built-in suspension for a comfortable ride.

The Lascal Mini may be small and compact, but there’s still plenty of room for a toddler to stand, and the large wheels ensure you won’t kick the board as you push the buggy. The Mini can be fitted on uprights between 26-50 cm and the connectors are made to fit square, oval and round tubing.

This special edition version in snazzy leopard print adds a fashionable touch to proceedings too - great for standing out from the crowd at your local toddler group.

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One to consider if you have an Oyster buggy, this board is suitable for use with many Oyster pushchair chassis. Providing a lightweight but sturdy platform for your older child to use while your younger one is snuggled in their buggy, it's easy to secure to the rear axle of the pushchair frame. It can also be quickly folded away when not in use, without hindering the folding mechanism of the buggy.

The platform has non-slip grips on it to prevent your toddler taking a tumble and consumer reviews say that, as it doesn’t stick out too far, it won’t hinder your stride when pushing the buggy.

Pricewise, it’s very reasonable. However, it will obviously only suit your needs if you have a compatible Oyster pushchair. Be aware that it doesn’t fit all Oyster buggies so check before you buy to avoid inconvenience, but you may be able to buy adaptors if this is the case.

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If you’re petite, you may find it tricky to reach the handle of your pushchair when your child is riding a standard buggy board. Thankfully, the Roma Uptown Rider provides a great workaround - quite literally.

This sidecar-style buggy board allows your older child to be positioned alongside you, allowing you to walk more easily and without worrying about stubbing your toes on the back of the buggy board. You may have trouble getting through narrow doors though.

We like that the Roma Uptown Rider also offers a steering wheel and car-style seat, which your child is bound to enjoy. There are four wheels for added stability, a three-point harness for extra safety and a removable and washable seat padding to ensure your toddler rides in comfort.

Most buggy boards are suitable from 2-years-old, but the Roma Uptown Rider can be used from 12 months - great if you have a small gap between your babes. However, it’s not as versatile as a dual-purpose ride-on like the BumpRider Sit Stroller Board, because this is only a seat and offers no function as a standing board.

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Compatible with nearly all pushchairs, the Vihir universal buggy board offers a smooth ride for older siblings thanks to the spring-loaded wheels and anti-slip diamond-pattern design on the board. As it can easily be altered to fit thanks to the adjustable length, width and angle, you can ensure that your child is snug and comfortable during their ride.

This board is recommended for children aged 24 months to six years. It offers ample space for older kids to stand or sit on the included seat. The seat can be easily removed by unscrewing it from the detachable support rod that connects it to the board.

We also appreciate its anti-slip diamond pattern design that increases friction to prevent slipping, ensuring safety. The soft Velcro features strong adhesion and a smooth, comfortable surface. The round adjustment knob, made from ABS material, is gentle on the hands too which is an added bonus.

Even though this buggy board is suitable for children up to the age of six, some say that the seat is a little small (and is too low down on the board) for older children.

At under £50, this buggy board is one of the less expensive options in comparison to others on our list and is good value for money overall.

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If you hate faffing about with fiddly gadgets, you can breathe easy thanks to the Bumprider Stroller Board. The manufacturer of this buggy board claims that it’s almost totally universal and doesn’t require tools for attachment to your buggy. Music to the ears of those of us who are, ahem, less than adept at DIY.

The Bumprider Stroller Board offers impressive suspension for a comfortable ride along with an ergonomic non-slip surface to prevent your toddler from tumbling off in transit. This buggy board is also easy to fold away with a safety strap or disconnect when not in use.

Pricewise, this buggy board is one of the most affordable designs on our list. Compared to other stroller boards, it’s relatively purse-friendly; ideal if you’re not sure exactly how often you’ll use a buggy board but want to have one ready, just in case.

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Suitable from two-years-old, this buggy board may be just what you are looking for if you have a Baby Jogger pushchair. The board is compatible with Baby Joggers including Baby Jogger City Elite 2, City Mini 2, City Mini GT2, City Mini 2 Double, City Mini GT2 Double, City Tour Lux, City Select, City Select Lux and Summit x 3.

The non-slip surface will keep your child stable during your travels. Like most of the buggy boards on our list, can handle a maximum weight of 20kg.

When it comes to attaching it to your buggy, the Baby Jogger Glider Board is easy to fit. It can also be flipped and clipped away when not in use and it won’t stop you folding your buggy when attached either. Like the Oyster board though, this board designed to fit only one brand of pushchairs, which means that it won’t be of use if you don't have a Baby Jogger design.

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