Stokke Tripp Trapp Review Adjustable wooden seating from the highchair years into adulthood
A practical review of the Stokke Tripp Trapp chair, covering its adjustable seat and footplate, table-height design, Baby Set², current accessory costs, cleaning, warranty, spare parts and the families for whom a folding or lower-cost chair may work better.
The Stokke Tripp Trapp is an adjustable wooden chair designed to sit at a standard dining table and change as its user grows. Its strongest case is long-term adaptability: the seat and footplate can be repositioned, the chair supports up to 136kg in chair mode, and separately sold accessories extend its use across different stages. The Newborn Set allows it to be used from birth, while the Baby Set² converts it into a highchair from around six months, once your baby can sit unaided. It suits families who want a permanent piece of furniture rather than a folding highchair and expect to use it well beyond toddlerhood. The trade-off is cost and complexity: the chair is sold separately from the Baby Set², harness, tray, cushion and Newborn Set, so the exact package needs to be chosen carefully.
① Current published specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product | Stokke Tripp Trapp Chair; current beech and oak variants |
| Current chair price | Beech chair commonly listed around £199–£229; oak versions cost more |
| Use range | From birth with the Newborn Set; from around 6 months with the Baby Set²; then through childhood and adulthood in chair mode |
| Baby Set² limit | For a child able to sit up unaided, up to 3 years or 15kg |
| Maximum user weight | Stokke lists testing up to 136kg in chair mode |
| Chair dimensions | Approximately 79cm high x 49cm deep x 46cm wide |
| Chair weight | Approximately 7kg |
| Materials | Beech or oak, depending on the selected chair variant and finish |
| Adjustment | Seat and footplate adjust in height and depth using the chair’s grooved side rails |
| Baby Set² | Sold separately; includes backrest, rail and extended gliders |
| Harness | Optional five-point Stokke Harness sold separately and used only with the Baby Set |
| Tray | Optional; attaches to a compatible Baby Set and is dishwasher friendly |
| Newborn use | Requires the separately sold Tripp Trapp Newborn Set |
| Folding | Does not fold |
| Warranty | Eligible products can receive up to a 7-year extended warranty, subject to registration and current terms |
| Current bundle examples | Chair and Baby Set packages commonly start around £249; chair, Baby Set and tray bundles vary by colour and retailer |
② Design and adjustment
The Tripp Trapp uses two wooden boards for the seat and footplate, held within grooved side rails. Their height and usable depth can be changed as the child grows. This gives the chair a much longer useful life than a conventional highchair with a fixed seat shell and 15kg limit.
The chair is designed to pull up to a standard dining table rather than relying on a permanent tray. Stokke specifies table heights of approximately 72–76cm. This helps the child sit within the family dining space, although the optional tray remains useful where the table shape, height or available space makes direct table use inconvenient.
Adjustment is secure rather than instant. The side bolts need to be loosened before the boards are moved and tightened again once the correct position is found. That is reasonable for occasional growth adjustments, but less convenient than the tool-free controls found on some newer growing chairs.
③ Seat and foot support
The main practical advantage is the ability to support both the child’s seat depth and feet rather than leaving the legs to hang. When the boards are positioned correctly, the child can sit close to the table with their feet resting on a stable platform.
This adjustability does not guarantee a perfect position automatically. The seat should be deep enough to support the thighs without pressing behind the knees, while the footplate should allow the feet to rest comfortably. The settings need revisiting as the child grows.
For highchair use, the Baby Set² provides the surrounding backrest and rail. Stokke describes it as a passive restraint system for children who can sit unaided, up to three years or 15kg. A separate five-point harness is available for families who want an additional active restraint and must be used only with the Baby Set.
④ Accessories and total cost
The chair-only price does not create a complete setup for a baby or young toddler. The right buying route depends on the age of the child and whether you plan to feed directly at the dining table or use a tray.
At current pricing, the chair and Baby Set² usually bring the starting highchair setup to around £248–£278 before any promotional bundle saving. Adding the tray and harness separately increases the total considerably, so the bundled option is often the cleanest buying route.
⑤ Longevity, warranty and spare parts
The long-term value comes from the chair’s adult weight capacity and replaceable components. Stokke lists the chair as tested to support up to 136kg, allowing it to remain useful after the Baby Set is removed.
A broad range of current accessories and spare parts is available, including seat plates, back laminates, extended gliders, harnesses, trays and cushions. This makes it easier to replace an individual part or update the setup without replacing the entire chair.
Compatibility is not universal across every chair ever produced. Stokke states that the current Baby Set and Newborn Set fit Tripp Trapp chairs produced from May 2003, while tray compatibility depends on the Baby Set generation. Check the chair’s serial number and the exact accessory guidance before ordering parts for an older chair.
The standard chair is easy to wipe clean because there is no fixed fabric seat. Food can still collect around the grooves and fixings, and the wood should not be soaked. The optional tray is dishwasher friendly, while cushion-care instructions depend on the selected fabric.
⑥ What to compare it with
Choose the IKEA Antilop if the lowest purchase price and the simplest wipe-clean construction matter more than adjustment, table-height integration or years of continued use.
Choose the Joie Mimzy Snacker if you need a padded chair that folds, reclines and includes its own tray and storage basket. It covers the highchair stage well but does not convert into an adult chair.
Choose the Tripp Trapp if you want adjustable seat and foot support, expect the chair to remain at the dining table and are comfortable paying more upfront for a product intended to continue beyond the weaning years. A current Stokke bundle can make more sense than assembling the chair and accessories individually.
A strong long-term choice for families who want adjustable wooden seating at the dining table rather than a short-lived folding highchair.
The Stokke Tripp Trapp stands out because its seat and footplate can be repositioned and the chair remains usable after the highchair accessories are removed. It is particularly well suited to families who want their child at the dining table and expect the chair to remain part of the home for many years.
The total cost needs careful attention. The Baby Set² does not include the optional harness, and the tray and cushion also cost extra unless they are part of a clearly specified bundle. Families who mainly need a wipe-clean chair for two or three years can spend far less. For long-term use and adjustable support, however, the Tripp Trapp remains a compelling current option.
