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Tripp Trapp vs Babydan

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user1490011520 · 25/04/2017 12:43

Hi,

I have read various posts on Tripp Trapp and Babydan highchairs. I'm pretty certain I want to purchase one of these but would appreciate clarity on the following;

Am I right in saying that for the TT for add ons I'd need to get the baby set separately & the cushion & tray as well if desired? If so I'd be looking at around £285 per chair.

I think the Babydan chair is c£69 & cushion £30 so say £100 per highchair (not sure if you can get a tray for the Babydan?) I believe the tummy bit that makes it a highchair comes as standard with the Babydan so that's not an extra cost.

I've got twins so double the cost hence why I am leaning towards the Babydan. I would consider second hand but doubt I would get two second hand of the same and don't want to have them different for my twins.

Thanks in advance

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AmieMumsnet · 26/04/2017 14:10

Hi user,

How old are your twins?

For the TT, you will need the babyseat add ons for infants under 24 months definitely. In our testing, we found that the harness alone wasn't enough to stop really wriggly 1-2 year olds from slipping off the seat and they ended up sort of suspended, which if nothing else was frustrating and quite uncomfortable for them!

The TT is designed to be used with a table rather than a tray, so that's not essential. But with weaning, a tray can be a godsend. Especially with twins!

In our product testing, we've found the Cosatto 3Sixti2 to be really impressive. It only lasts until kids are about age 2 or 3, but it's great and does exactly what you need a highchair to do. Some Mumsnetters have reported their kids have been able to rock the highchair (it has a 60s style with a single leg) but we vigorously tested the highchair and weren't able to topple it at all. The bright designs aren't for everyone, but the children and parents in our testing were by far the happiest in this chair!

Not to complicate things further, but we were also really impressed with the Evomove Nomi highchair. It's designed by the same person who designed the Tripp Trapp, and in our opinion, he learned what didn't work with the TT and fixed it with the Nomi. So that might be worth taking a look at as well (though definitely a pricey option!).

However, when all is said and done, you honestly can't fault the £13 IKEA Antilop highchair. If you're looking for a cheaper option given you have double to buy, that is 100% the budget option we would recommend.

Good luck! Let us know what you end up going for!

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