Sebastian turned six at the end of June and when asked what he wanted for his birthday he asked for a new scooter.
Sebby has had his Mini Micro Deluxe Scooter for three years and loves zooming around on it, so our first thought was to upgrade to the Maxi Micro Scooter, which has been scaled up for larger and more powerful children, with a more robust frame, longer adjustable stem, wider and stronger deck for bigger feet and a stronger brake.
But, at six, is he ready for a two-wheeled Micro Sprite Scooter?
3 Wheeled Scooter vs the 2 Wheeled Scooter
The Maxi Micro Scooter
Both the three wheeled Mini and Maxi Micro Scooters use the same intuitive ‘lean and steer’ scooting style, which Sebby understands, so he was straight off and racing around on the Maxi Micro.
He has the stem on the lowest setting currently, but as he grows we can raise it and because it performs just like his old scooter, he is confident to use the brake, rather than his feet to stop.
We have the LED Deluxe Maxi Micro Scooter which comes with smart LED wheels which use induction energy to turn the power kids create as they scoot into bright white light which can easily be seen, even on a sunny day.
Micro Sprite 2 Wheeled Scooter
The Micro Sprite Scooter is the perfect introduction to two-wheeled scooting, with a lightweight aluminium frame for the ultimate agility.
Apart from the wheels, the other main difference is the steering, which uses the handles, just like a bike.
It has a braking system on the back wheel just like the Maxi Micro Scooter, but Sebby is still trying to find his balance on two wheels, so uses his feet to stop himself.
However, both Isaac and Eliza took the Sprite for a whizz around the park and really enjoyed racing around.
My Opinion
It really depends on the ability of the child.
For Sebby, the Maxi Micro is the perfect choice. He is confident to ride it and can keep up with Eliza and Isaac and their scooters – Eliza has a Micro Sprite and Isaac has the MX Trixx Stunt Scooter.
However, kids already confident to ride a bike without stabilisers would be best suited to a two-wheeled scooter.
For now, we will stick with the Maxi Micro for the school run, however, I will continue with Sebby’s training on the Sprite.
To go with Sebby’s scooters, we have some cool safety accessories – the Micro Light, to help increase his visibility, a noise maker and the classic children’s helmet, which are currently on offer at 3 for the price of 2.
Disclaimer: We were sent the Maxi Micro Scooter and the Micro Sprite for the purpose of a review. All thoughts and opinions are our own.
Look at them go! I’m a fully grown woman with three kids, and I still really can’t do the two-wheel thing. LOL
I don’t have any kids but really good info for those who have toddlers 🙂
We love the micro mini’s! Our youngest son is on the cusp of the transition right now and these scooters are perfect
We love that Micro scooters have a scooter for different ages and abilities. It’s interesting to see that he is confident on the Maxi Scooter, however, I think given time he would adjust to the Sprite Scooter.
When my oldest was younger there were only 2-wheeled scooters available. I like that there are choices now.
This is so interesting! I don’t think I rode three wheels, I just went straight to two and then to the four wheels bike to two wheels. That was super difficult I still remember!
I was thinking of introducing a 2 wheeled scooter on my sons 5th birthday but I’m wondering whether to get something like the Micro Scooter now, looks great!
Great TIPS! I love playing scooter myself mom of 2 boys here!
This is such an informative post! I remember when my son was using the 3 wheele scooter, I was asking the same question myself.
Mine all went from mini to maxi and then to the sprite later. They are all fabulous scooters. Mich x
My nephew is 5 and I believe he still uses a 3-wheeled scooter. Although the last time we went to the park I did see him wanting to try my niece’s scooter (and she’s 4 years older!) I think it really does depend on the individual child when they feel ready.
This is so lovely. My kids are still on a 3 wheeler scooter even me hahaha I am scared of let them trying a 2 wheeler.
Scooters are so much fun! My kids didn’t go anywhere without them. I miss those days! 🙂
Such a big boy going from 3 wheels to 2! Well done!
This is interesting to know. My youngest is still only four so doesn’t have the balance for a two wheeled scooter just yet.
Thanks so much for this very informative post. My daughter is still using the 3 wheeled scouter
Scooters can be so fun for children and glad to learn about the difference between two-wheel scooter and three-wheel. It is really important for them to go outdoor and do more physical activities.
I think whenever he’s comfortable and has a confident grasp on a two-wheeler it’s okay to start moving away from the three wheeler!
I am in this same boat here. I feel like my children are so good at grasping so many things, but there is something about scooters that have them so off balance. We will stick with 3-wheels for a bit longer I guess.
My son is on a three wheeled one – he would love a new one!
This is a great review! Now I know the difference between the two for my niece.
This is such a great review, and a lovely idea for parents! The kids look like they’re having great time!
I miss riding the scooter when I was a kid! If you know that he’s confident enough, always best to let them try new (or better) things.
They grow up so fast! I remember those days with my kids..they loved their scooters. So fun!
Our kids used to love to ride their scooters. Looks like your little one does too!
Ohh this brings me back to when my kids were learning to balance on a scooter. We never had the 3 wheel scooter, just had them start on the 2 wheel scooter.
Nice info!
My wife was arguing with me in this matter. I think kids should start with three wheeler one, when they will be ready, they should start with two-wheelers!
I love the Micro scooters, we already have both of these and we love them both. I seriously would recommend these to anyone!
Six more years and he will be able to ride the new escooters! Although most of the manufacturers label these fashionable electric scooters as 14+, my kid can safely ride one at the age of 12. However, he is permanently accompanied by an adult. The learning curve was only a couple of hours until he managed to accustom himself and “feel” the throttle and electric break. He’s riding a Ninebot ES2 and I’m doing the same but with an extra battery, for more power and increased autonomy! 😉
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I always taught that I will be a cool parent, and not to worry a lot about what will happen with my child or is he going to feel, but I became the most anxious parent ever. I am not even thinking about two wheels yet, and my child is 8.
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