July 20, 2026
Stokke Tripp Trapp vs Abiie Beyond: Which Do Reddit Parents Actually Recommend?
I dug through Reddit to see if the Stokke Tripp Trapp is actually worth it, or if I should save my money and purchase its more affordable alternatives - Abiie Beyond and Mockingbird - instead.
I dug through Reddit to see if the Stokke Tripp Trapp is actually worth it, or if I should save my money and purchase its more affordable alternatives - Abiie Beyond and Mockingbird - instead.
The Bottom Line (TL;DR)
The Abiie Beyond delivers roughly 80–90% of the Tripp Trapp experience at 60–70% of the price. Reddit parents who buy the Abiie are overwhelmingly happy with it. Parents who splurge on the Stokke rarely regret it either - but the Tripp Trapp's advantages (longevity, stability, resale value) only matter if you plan to use the chair for 5+ years or multiple kids.
Price & What's Included
This is where the Abiie wins decisively. The Tripp Trapp chair alone is $280, but to actually use it as a high chair you need the baby set ($80), and most parents add the tray ($90) and cushion ($50). That's $400–500 all-in. The Abiie comes with everything — tray, cushion, harness — for around $200–220.
We also got the Abiie due to cost. The tray can be a bit finicky, but it's loosened up and gotten easier to take off and put on. The straps are really easy to clip (and unclip one-handed). Very easy to clean. If I could have justified the cost, I would have gotten the Stokke, but we're happy with the Abiie.
I have a Tripp trapp and two abbies. I got them all used (paid between 40-100 each). My son is still using the Tripp trapp 5 years later - to the point that we bought a new chair for the baby because he didn't want to give it up. They are great and a worthy investment BUT definitely get them used. I wasn't picky which is why I mixed and matched whatever was available when I was looking. Both types of chairs are great and I'm happy with my choices.
Pro tip from Reddit: Both chairs hold their value on Facebook Marketplace. Many parents buy the Tripp Trapp used for $75–150 — which brings it much closer to Abiie pricing while getting the Stokke build quality.
Head-to-Head: Parents Who Own Both
The most valuable comments come from parents who've used both chairs daily. The consensus is nuanced — each has clear strengths.
We got the Abiie for my oldest because my husband didn't like the look of the Tripp Trapp. My sister has one, so we've used it at her place. I think the Tripp Trapp has a slightly smaller footprint and the wood is higher quality (solid pieces whereas some of the pieces in the Abiie are laminated wood like the foot rest.) The tray on the Abiie might be slightly better because it's smooth so silicone and suction items stick to it while the Tripp Trapp's tray is more matte and harder to get things ...
They have pros and cons. The abiie is way easier to adjust but there's a crotch piece that is a little annoying. The Tripp trapp chair itself is easier to clean. I like the tray and straps way better on the abiie (easier to adjust and clean). Plus the abiie comes with everything vs having to buy the seat with the Tripp trapp. If I were to get them new full price I would get the abiie. I happened to find a great deal on a used Tripp trapp hence the mismatched set.
Tray & Suction Plates
One of the Tripp Trapp's most-cited frustrations: the textured tray surface means suction bowls and plates don't stick. The Abiie's smooth tray works perfectly with suction dinnerware — a real advantage for BLW families.
I have a Tripp Trappe. It's fine. Be aware that NOTHING sticks to the tray. Suction plates, for example.
I also hated the Tripp trapp and switched over to the Abiie Beyond almost a year ago and have liked it so far! I feel like it fixes all the issues I had with the Tripp trapp (hard to adjust, no suction on the tray, low seat back, way too many extra and expensive things to purchase to make it usable for a young baby).
That said, many Tripp Trapp owners skip the tray entirely and pull the chair right up to the table — which is actually one of the Stokke's design strengths.
Adjustability & Ease of Use
The Abiie wins here hands-down. You can adjust the seat and footrest without tools — just slide and click. The Tripp Trapp requires a hex key and some patience.
Grandma has a Tripp trapp and we have two Abiies. I'm team Abiie - 1) it's so much easier to clean. 2) you don't need a screwdriver to adjust it. 3) if you have a porker, getting in and out of the tripptrapp seat will be painful on the tender baby thighs. Gramma just traded in the Tripp trapp for the inglesina travel chair, which we also love.
However, the Tripp Trapp's more granular adjustment slots mean you can dial in proportions more precisely — which matters for kids with unusual proportions (long torso, short legs, etc.).
We have both. Tripp trapp wins by a mile for us because I have a kiddo with a longer torso but shorter legs (not abnormally so, but enough to make a difference. For example, she's usually one size up in tops vs pants). The Abiie foot rest basically wasn't usable until my kid turned almost 2, because her legs weren't long enough. She also had to sit pretty far back to use the tray, but then her knees wouldn't reach the edge of the seat so she'd have her legs kind of straight out. And around 12 mo...
Cleaning
Both chairs get messy — it's a high chair, after all. But the pain points are different:
Tripp Trapp: The chair frame itself wipes clean easily, but the straps are notoriously hard to remove and wash, and the honeycomb-textured underside of the tray traps food.
Abiie: The straps and cushion pop off easily, but food gets trapped in crevices between components, and the narrow tray has its own annoying spots.
I have the abiie, in looks nice and feels sturdy, the wood and the seat pad are easy to clean, but there's so many nooks and crannies for food to get stuck in it's a pain in the butt. It was a hand me down from a friend and I'm thankful for it, but I kinda just wish I had the really plain plastic IKEA one looks easier to clean.
The verdict? Neither wins. Both are messier than the IKEA Antilop (which you can literally hose down). But between the two, most parents say the Abiie's removable parts make the daily wipe-down faster, while the Tripp Trapp's solid wood frame is easier to deep-clean.
Longevity & Build Quality
This is where the Tripp Trapp wins. It's been on the market since 1972 and there are chairs from the 1980s and 90s still in daily use. Reddit is full of these stories:
I am currently sitting on the tripp trapp that was mine 30 years ago, so when it comes to quality and usability through the years nothing can beat the tripp trapp.
We got the Tripp Trapp chairs with the strap and baby support pieces. Our girls are now 10yo and they still use them (as do adults when we have game nights). They are now adjusted to regular chair height with a foot platform. Worth every penny!!!
The Abiie is a newer product so there's less long-term data, but parents report it holding up well through 2–3 kids. One common durability concern: the laminated wood can warp if moisture sits on it too long.
I have the Abiie and initially loved it. Now it's mixed. I love that everything comes included, no separate packages to buy. The cushions look comfy but are still super easy to pop out and wipe down. Harness is easy to rinse. Our silicone bowl sticks to the tray well. The chair looks nice. After a several months of use the things I dislike: if any area gets wet for a length of time, the laminate warps. So if you wash the seat cushion and put it back on without fully drying it, it'll damage the c...
Stability & Safety
For parents with large, active toddlers who rock and push against the table, the Tripp Trapp's wider leg base provides more stability:
I have a knock off Tripp Trapp so I looked at photos of both. I'd go Stokke. Our issue is that at 13 months and 16kg he can physically rock it backwards and forwards while sitting in it. And he enjoys putting his feet on the table and pushing himself backwards (we've put the tray back on to avoid this habit). The Stokke has a much wider base with those long legs on the floor and looks like it would cope with this behaviour much better than the Abiie which would just tip.
That said, multiple Abiie owners with 30+ lb toddlers report no tipping issues — this seems to matter most for exceptionally large or particularly wild children.
Table Height: An Overlooked Factor
One thing that rarely comes up in reviews but Reddit parents flag: the two chairs sit at slightly different heights. If your table is on the taller side, the Abiie may actually be a better fit.
The Abiie and Stokke are slightly different heights, so check which will work best for your table! I wanted the Stokke originally, but our dining table is on the high end and the Stokke chair would be too low for LO to sit in and comfortably eat. The Abiie is perfect. We are just starting to experiment with not using the tray and just pulling him up to the table like he's in a "grown-up" chair and he's so proud, it's adorable. We've been using the Abiie since LO was 5.5 months and it's held u...
So Which Should You Buy?
Get the Abiie Beyond if:
- You want everything included at a lower price point
- Suction plates are important for your BLW setup
- You want tool-free adjustments
- Your dining table is on the taller side
- You're buying new at full price
Get the Stokke Tripp Trapp if:
- You plan to use it for 5+ years or multiple kids
- You can find one secondhand ($75–150 on Marketplace)
- You have a very active/large toddler and want maximum stability
- Your child has unusual proportions and needs precise adjustment
- Resale value matters to you
The Reddit parent consensus: If you're buying new and budget matters, go Abiie — you'll be happy. If you can find a used Tripp Trapp for under $150, that's probably the best value play of all. And if money is no object and you want something that'll outlast your kids' childhood? The Tripp Trapp's 50-year track record speaks for itself.
Abiie Beyond
The "smart dupe" — comes complete with tray, cushion, and harness for roughly half the all-in cost of a Tripp Trapp. Tool-free adjustments, smooth tray for suction plates, and a higher backrest. Reddit parents consistently call it "80–90% of the Stokke experience."
Stokke Tripp Trapp
The original wooden grow-with-your-child chair, in production since 1972. Unmatched longevity (30+ year lifespans are common), excellent resale value, and a wider base for stability. Accessories sold separately push the all-in price above $400.