There’s nothing that children like more than learning how to ride on things, and that’s why there are so many different types of ride on toys available for children to use! Here we’ll detail 20 of the most unique types of this item that we could find.
Top 10 Most Unique Ride-on Toys
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PlasmaCar: If you want to talk about something that looks like it comes from the future, then look no further than the PlasmaCar! This item definitely looks like it’s something that has come from another galaxy, and once you start playing with it, you’ll see that it definitely acts like something that comes from the future! There are no pedals and it’s too wide to put your feet on the ground, so how do you move it? With your hands! The handlebar is a unique figure 8 shape. Simply hold onto the handlebar and wiggle it back and forth. Magically the car moves!
Why We Like It: The PlasmaCar not only looks cool but works amazingly well also. Instead of children using their feet to power themselves, they’re using their hands! This gives them not only a lot more options for riding, but also helps them to build muscles in their arms and upper bodies as well. |
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Ripstick: You’d think that riding on a skateboard couldn’t be changed. You, however, would be wrong. The company behind Ripstick has proven it with their unique innovative caster board and their pivoting deck and has created one of the best ride on toys for kids we’ve seen. What makes this item more unique than a traditional skateboard? It’s much like a combination of a skateboard and a snowboard. Children can make it accelerate without even turning it, simply by shifting their weight around. It can be used on all sorts of different types of surfaces, from pavement that is very smooth to pavement that is not, and it is perfect for children who are looking for a unique ride.
Why We Like It: First, it’s amazing. Secondly, it’s terrific, and third, it’s awesome! Any child over the age of 8 can jump on one of these and can get a totally unique ride.It not only is fun, it works out even more of their body than a traditional skateboard does! |
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Razor Rip Rider 360: There are some companies who are not happy resting on their laurels and one of those companies is the Razor Company. This company has taken the idea of the classic Big Wheels that we all used to love as a kid and has transformed it into something completely unique. The Razor Rip Rider 360 has casters on the back so that when you hit the brakes, the entire thing spins! You can do a complete 360 degree spin and can then continue riding!
Why We Like It: There are so many ride on toys geared for young children, it’s nice to see one that is geared for older children as well. In fact, this rider allows children who are up to 160 lbs to ride it, and even though teens may have cramped legs, they’ll have a blast spinning around and enjoying everything this Razor vehicle can do! |
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Step 2 Roller Coaster: Go to any amusement park and where is the biggest line? Okay, aside from the fried dough stand – the largest line is always in front of the roller coaster! There’s something about going fast and having a little scare that exhilarates most people, and that is exactly what the Step 2 designers were thinking of. The Step 2 Roller Coaster takes the idea of a ride on item and sets it on its head by allowing children to have their very own roller coaster, even if they’re only toddlers, making it one of the best toys we’ve seen!
Why We Like It: To enjoy this item, parents need to set up a track, but we love the fact that it’s very easy to set up and to take down, and we also love how sturdy this entire set is. It’s so strong it looks like it would last for a very long time and can handle anything your toddler can throw at it! |
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Huffy Green Machine: So you know how to ride a bicycle, do you? And do you remember when you were young and rode a three-wheeled vehicle around, often called a big wheel? Now have you ever seen ride on toys like the Huffy Green Machine? This machine is like nothing you’ve ever experienced in your riding life. First, it is controlled by pedals which is great for children as it gets them plenty of exercise, but this unique item doesn’t have a large wheel to control it with, or even handlebars – it has two joysticks! These joysticks are used to maneuver the whole bike around.
Why We Like It: And it is exactly those joysticks that we love so much! These joysticks give your child complete control over where the ride goes and, if you maneuver them correctly, you can send the whole thing into a wicked spinout that even the older kids will be begging to enjoy again and again! |
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Kid-o Bilibo: Any parent will lament on Christmas day about how their children seem to love the boxes more than they love the items inside of them. This is because children appreciate simple items as they’re able to utilize their imagination more when they’re using them. The Kid-o Bilibo is something that is just like the simple box as it’s an open ended toy that can be used for so many things! There are tons of possibilities. This unique plastic item can be used to twist around and to rock with but it can also be used to put items in, as a tunnel, and much more!
Why We Like It: The fact that it is such an open ended toy is what we love the most. Children can do everything from rock in it (safely) to putting it on their back and pretending that it is a turtle shell! It’s a great way for youngsters to enjoy playing using their imaginations. |
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Melissa and Doug Trunki: Going on trips is always fun for adults, but not as much fun when you have a little one. Little ones need to bring with them a lot of things, and it can be frustrating to have to sit around in a bus terminal or an airport terminal. But there is an answer to the problem in the Melissa & Doug Trunki which is also one of the best ride on toys for kids we’ve seen! This unique ride on item is designed to allow children to carry their own luggage with them quickly and easily and it also gives them something extra – something to ride on!
Why We Like It: The Trunki is a durable suitcase that can hold quite a number of items and can actually hold up to 100 pounds. But what’s unique is that it has wheels on it! Little ones can pack up their belongings and then can scoot around the airport or the guest house when they’re bored! You can even pull them along! |
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Ezy Roller Ultimate Riding Machine: Some little ones just seem to be created to want to go as fast as they can, or to do as many crazy things as they possibly can. When you’re talking about riding on things and you’re looking for unique,then look no further than the Ezy Roller Ultimate Riding Machine. This riding machine is like nothing you’ve ever seen before. There are no pedals and all children have to do to maneuver the machine around is to wiggle their legs left and right! Yet they get a great deal of control from the machine as well.
Why We Like It: The simple fact that this is something that we’ve never seen before makes this item unique. Children control their steering with the hand pieces and shift their feet back and forth to go, making for a great workout as well as tons of fun! It offers a new and unique way to play. |
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Skuut Balance Bike: Recently, people have realized that children don’t have to learn how to ride their bicycles by learning how to balance and pedal at the same time. Instead, why not teach them how to balance and how to have coordination first? The Skuut Balance Bike is a great way to do that. But, you say, there are other items on the market that are very much like this, so how is this unique? It is unique because it is made almost entirely out of wood! The entire frame, as well as the seat,is made out of wood!
Why We Like It: Bringing back the older wooden toys is a great idea and we love that children are able to enjoy learning how to ride on something that is completely non-toxic and that comes from a sustainable source as well! |
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Sole Skate: The Razor Company just doesn’t quit, and with one of their latest designs, you’ll see that there is nowhere that your child can’t ride when they have the right item and one of the best toys. The Sole Skate is a stealth ride that is small enough to fit in your child’s backpack but that is large enough to ride down the street! And, unlike other skateboards, it has three wheels, not four! The front has two wheels for stability and the back only one to give your child a great ability to maneuver with it. It’s light, at just over 2 pounds, and can even hook to their backpack.
Why We Like It: In today’s world, we’re always on the go, and the fact that you can take this small skate with you just about anywhere is definitely something that we absolutely love! |
Other Unique Ride-on Toys for Kids
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Cozy Coupe: Children absolutely love thinking that they’re older than they are, which is why so many like to pretend that they’re older with the right ride on toys. The Cozy Coupe has been around for awhile but has gone through a number of reincarnations. This time around, it looks very similar to the old version of the ride with big eyes and a wide smile to make it even more friendly looking. Children pedal this around with their feet and can actually maneuver it very well also.
Why We Like It: The Cozy Coupe has been something that has been around for awhile, but that doesn’t make it any less spectacular than so many of the other items that you can ride on. What it does make it is one of the more perfect items for your child’s first ride on vehicle! Made of durable plastic, it’s able to handle anything that your little one can dish out! |
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Razor Pocket Rocket: Riding down the road on a motorcycle is something that sounds extremely fun as well as extremely cool, but let’s face it: it’s not something that youngsters can handle easily. But what about a smaller bike? The Razor Pocket Rocket is the perfect way for young children to be able to feel like they’re riding on their own motorcycle without have to risk a trip to the ER! This pocket rocket can handle up to 170 pounds and is designed to go up to 15 miles an hour. With a high torque motor and a rechargeable battery, it’s definitely very cool.
Why We Like It: It’s always nice to see a company create something specifically for the needs of children and this item definitely meets a need. It keeps children safe while allowing them to have a taste of a fast racing cycle. |
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The Original Flying Turtle: Head to just about any gym in the country and you’ll find one of the best ride on toys for kids stashed away somewhere. The Original Flying Turtle is a great way for youngsters to get some serious exercise in a very fun way! So how does it work? Simply sit on the seat, which is definitely very low to the ground, and put your feet in the part in the front. Then move your feet from side to side and you’ll be able to go much faster than you may think! It is perfect for children between the ages of 3 and 12 and can hold up to 150 lbs.
Why We Like It: We love the idea of getting back to basics, and that is definitely what this item does. It is kid-powered, which is always great, and you can’t go wrong with something simple that doesn’t tend to break! |
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Maxi Kick Scooter: If you live near the ocean, then you may know what it feels like to surf. The truth, however, is that most people have never surfed and likely never will. The Maxi Kick Scooter, however, allows your child to get the feeling of surfing right on the sidewalk making one of the best toys lists a number of times! This unique three wheeled scooter is created to be lightweight, high quality, and very fun! Simply stand on the scooter and push yourself once and you’ll be able to lean and steer the machine easily, and you’ll find that you’ll feel like you’re surfing!
Why We Like It: So what about this three wheeled contraption is there to like? It’s been named the best scooter toy for children and is so unique because it can really carve up the sidewalk, giving even children who are six the ability to feel like they can skateboard or surf! |
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Plan Toy Arabian Rocking Horse: Remember back when you were growing up how you could spend hours on a rocking horse? That is a pleasure that far too few children get nowadays, but with the Plan Toy Arabian Rocking Horse that is something that your child can experience. This horse is designed out of wood and is created to give children a rocking good ride and to stir their imagination as well! The horse has a unique European look and is perfect for any child between the ages of 3 and 5.
Why We Like It: What can’t you love about a rocking horse? This horse, however, is unique because it is created with wood, which isn’t something you find affordably nowadays, and because of the design, which was created to not only look unique but to help prevent tip-overs as well. |
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Prince Lionheart Wheely Bug: When a child gets older, bugs are usually “icky,” but when they’re young,they are something to enjoy. When you’re looking for the best toys this season, the Prince Lionheart Wheely Bug takes the idea of bugs and makes them fun! These giant bugs are perfect for riding on and are designed to allow youngsters to be able to scoot around the house easily. It can hold children up to 45 pounds and comes in a number of different styles. It also comes in different sizes so that you can find the perfect size for your little one.
Why We Like It: So what do we like about a giant bug? We love not only the fact that children can scoot around on it but also that there are two different sizes so that children of all sizes can enjoy scooting around on the bug of their choice! |
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Flybar 800: Jump up and down. Now do it again. And again. Does it seem like fun? When you do it off the ground, it definitely doesn’t. However, add a pogo stick into the mix and you’ll find that it is a very fun way to spend a few hours! The Flybar 800 takes the idea of the traditional pogo stick and makes it something even more unique! That is because children of a variety of ages can jump on it.Older children can get extremely high with it, while young children can bounce around easily as well.
Why We Like It: We love the idea that the classic pogo has been taken and turned into something completely unique! And we especially love that you can adjust the piston to create the perfect bounce height no matter the age of the child. |
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Little Tikes Giddyup n’ Go Pony: Almost every little girl will eventually say that all that they want for their birthday is a horse. But most parents not only don’t have the room for a horse but they can’t afford one or the costs of feeding and caring for one. With the Little Tikes Giddyup n’ Go Pony, however, you don’t have to worry about that! This stuffed horse gives little ones a chance to own their own horse without you having to worry about caring for it. The stuffed horse even moves when your child bounces up and down on it, and it makes snorting and whinnying sounds as well!
Why We Like It: We love the idea that children can ride around on their own horse without actually having a horse that is alive. It is a bit heavy, however, so make sure that you don’t have to carry it up many stairs! |
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Fly Jumpers: There are some items out there that are perfect for younger children, and some best toys that are great for both young and older children alike.Then there are also those that are only good for older children, and that is what Fly Jumpers are all about. These stilts on steroids are only good for older children and adults as they can do some seriously insane things! The jumpers are short stilts so you need to learn how to walk on them before you can start jumping. But once you figure that out, the sky is the limit – almost literally! You can jump so high that a complete flip is definitely easy to do!
Why We Like It: There’s nothing more fun than watching grown men flip in the air. If you have an adventurous adult or teen in your house, these are a definite must-have. |
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OkiedogFropper: There are some items out there that look completely normal and natural and that we’re used to seeing. Then there are those that look, well, quite a bit different, and the Okiedog Fropper is definitely one of those. This unique and fun item is designed for children between the ages of 18 months and 4 years. How does it work? Children sit on the seat and can move all around using only their feet. But what makes it really cool is the fact that they get a bouncing motion from simply moving around, thanks to the strategically placed springs.
Why We Like It: We love the idea that such a unique thing as this is available for the enjoyment of children. We also love that the item can fold up to a fairly small size and can be stored or used when traveling easily. |
There are a lot of great ride on toys available for children to enjoy, but the ones you’ve seen outlined here are some of the best, and most unique, that we could find…so far!
