Multitasking high chairs are the secret workhorses of your baby registry. They can be used as a place to stick baby when you need a minute, as an entertainment center with the addition of a few tabletop toys and of course, as the place where you introduce your little one to the exciting world of solid food. The best high chairs, such as our top pick the Lalo Chair, grow with your child through various stages, from bottles to purees and finger foods to sitting through family dinners.

We've rounded up the very best high chairs to make feeding time easier.

A solid high chair is equal parts aesthetically good-looking and seamlessly functional. They make feeding easier, help contain (some of) the crumbs and messes and support your little one in an upright position to eat safely. It shouldn’t be an eyesore, and it should be easy to clean, with thoughtful engineering that allows for convenient adjustments. Here is our curated list of the best high chairs that boast thoughtful practical details and serious style.

To choose the best high chairs, we found the most popular chairs on the market with the best ratings and analyzed them for factors like ease of use, how cleaning friendly they were, safety and value. With that in mind, these are the best high chairs out there.

Collapsible: No | Harness: Yes | Weight Limit: 200 pounds | Dishwasher Safe: Yes

Think of Lalo’s chair as a trifecta of awesomeness: It’s versatile, checks the easy-to-clean box and is really good looking. Our top high chair pick also just got an upgrade released in June 2022, and the new tweaks keep it ranking in the No. 1 slot.

This eco-friendly high chair is made of BPA-free, food-safe plastic and responsibly sourced beechwood. It has a sturdy, non-tippy base but it’s also easy to move around a kitchen or dining room (it weighs only 10 pounds). “I love that it’s extremely easy to wipe down, and its seat is table height, so I can pull my baby right up to the dinner table,” says Nina Carbone. “Even better, the design is chic but simple, so it blends seamlessly into our kitchen décor.”

Other pluses: It has a belly bar that stays in place when you remove the tray. The cushion is detachable and machine washable—if you choose to use your chair with a cushion, that is—and you can easily buy replacement parts on Lalo’s site (accidents happen). I love that the straps detach for washing, too, because these always get messy at our house. The Lalo also converts to a booster seat, making it accommodating to growing families. Purchase the booster conversion kit separately.

Collapsible: No | Harness: Yes | Weight Limit: 60 pounds | Dishwasher Safe: Yes

Ever try to unlatch the tray of a high chair one-handed? This option from techy baby company 4Moms is a standout because of its magnetic tray attachment. In other words, it’s a one-handed latch that makes maneuvering extremely easy. “The tray has a dishwasher-safe, removable top layer and the whole tray can be released with one hand, which is super helpful when cleaning up meals,” says mom Molly Boyle.

This chair is also a winner at cleanup time. “It has rounded edges and minimal nooks and crannies, so it’s super easy to wipe down after a meal,” says Boyle. “Plus, the foam seat insert is easy to wipe off and comfortable for the little ones. I also love that it’s white and gray and easily slides right under our kitchen island so it’s never an eyesore.”

The 4Moms Connect High Chair can also be used as a toddler chair for children who weigh up to 60 pounds.

Collapsible: Yes | Harness: Yes | Weight Limit: 40 pounds | Dishwasher Safe: No

If your space is limited, a high chair that folds up quickly to stow between mealtimes is essential. This popular Graco high chair, which has north of 20,000 reviews on Amazon, earns our “best for small spaces” award. It may not win the most stylish award, but you really can fold it down with one hand in just about one second. It also stores upright and only weighs about 17 pounds, so families can stash it in a pantry.

The Slim Snacker’s big tray table and storage bin underneath the seat for bibs or feeding supplies are perks. I don’t love that it lacks the ability to adjust its height, but there are three recline positions. For around $80, this sturdy, functional high chair packs in a lot of features.

Collapsible: No | Harness: Yes | Weight Limit: 242 pounds | Dishwasher Safe: No

Since it was first released in 1972, this Stokke high chair has been at the top of many parents’ wishlists because it offers ergonomic support, convertible features and it’s attractive enough that you may actually want to keep it well into your baby’s childhood. “The Stokke Tripp Trapp evolves as your child grows, so you can use it for years,” says mom Olivia Lublanecki. It has cool capabilities such as adjustable seat and foot plates, so you’ll get lots of mileage out of it, and you can even use the high chair as a place for your newborn to rest (long before they’re eating solids) if you purchase Stokke’s newborn set ($149). 

Lublanecki also appreciates that the Scandinavian-style chair—made from beechwood or oak—is available in 15 colors. It also scores major points for wipe-ability, because it’s easy to scrub off pureed peas and there aren’t any nooks and crannies for crumbs to hide in. Additional standout features include the ability to pull it right up to the table, so your baby or toddler really feels part of mealtime.

Collapsible: Yes | Harness: No | Weight Limit: 45 pounds | Dishwasher Safe: No

This chair’s look is reminiscent of a soccer-mom-on-the-sidelines seat, but it’s actually a conveniently compact pop-up number for your baby. Reviewers love that this space saver weighs only 5 pounds and comes with a carrying bag—perfect for popping in your car for travel to your Airbnb, the grandparents’ house or just to the park. Other useful details include machine washable chair fabric, a dishwasher-safe tray, a back storage pocket, wide base and three-point harness.

The Pop ’n Sit works for kids up to 45 pounds. Something to note: The leg holes are quite small and some parents report that it takes some maneuvering to get older toddlers in and out.

Collapsible: No | Harness: No | Weight Limit: 33 pounds | Dishwasher Safe: No

Ikea is known for churning out stylish home gear at an affordable price and that extends to its Antilop high chair. This high chair is an impressive $25—well below the competition. And, while it doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles, it gets the job done, especially for older babies. One of our editors purchased this Ikea high chair just to keep on the deck for summer meals. It lacks a full harness and the ability to recline the seat. There is a safety lap belt. Purchase the seat cushion separately to give your baby some padding.

A raised edge around the interior and exterior of the tray keeps spills contained while the polypropylene shell vs. fabric make for easy cleanup. It’s also easy to disassemble this high chair to transport it or stow it in a closet for future use.

Collapsible: No | Harness: No | Weight Limit: 37 pounds | Dishwasher Safe: No

You could say Inglesina’s chair is the gold standard of hook-on chairs. It’s sturdy, easy to use just about anywhere (including restaurants and your kitchen counter) and it packs well (it weighs 4 pounds and comes with a travel bag). It’ll securely attach to almost any tabletop up to 3.3 inches thick. Many parents use it as their go-to high chair at home.

Here’s how it works: Rubbery twist-tight couplings screw the chair to the top and bottom of a tabletop (no scratches in sight). “I absolutely love that it attaches right onto your table or island so it doesn’t take up as much room as a [freestanding] high chair,” says parent Mary Beth Rockwell. “It also comes with an easily removable tray, which makes cleaning a breeze.” It works for kids up to 37 pounds and comes in nine colors.

Collapsible: No | Harness: Yes | Weight Limit: 79 pounds | Dishwasher Safe: Yes

The Bloom Fresco has a decidedly chic, high-end aesthetic and looks sort of like a high-tech cocoon. It’s also seamless to use. It swivels a full 360 degrees (not common in the high chair department) and adjusts from table to counter height in seconds. The initial purchase is pricey but it works for kids up to nearly 80 pounds.  

If you have a newborn, you can put the baby in the seat’s recline cradle position. If you have a toddler, you’ll be happy to know that the chair comes with two different trays—a larger one that works better for play and a smaller one for eating. Both sets work in the dishwasher. The fabric cushion is machine washable. The harness slips off with the push of a button are more of our favorite features.

 “The Bloom Baby Fresco is a dream,” says parent Anna Maib. “This chic-looking egg takes your little one from a cozy newborn pod all the way to a functional stool. I love how easy it is to clean and—let’s be real—photograph. I also like that for newborns the pod sits higher, rather than on the floor.” 

Collapsible: Yes | Harness: Yes | Weight Limit: 37 pounds | Dishwasher Safe: No

This Chicco chair has a few features that make it great for travel. It folds flat and can easily be stashed in your trunk, carry-on luggage or suitcase for convenience on the road. It also hooks onto most tabletops (0.75- to 1.5-inches thick) with a twist-to-tighten design you can feel good about using, whether you’re at a restaurant, hotel or rental home. The seat cover snaps on and off, allowing you to toss it in the wash for quick cleaning when you’re back home.

A cushioned back and three-point harness keep your little one snug and secure while they nosh, while soft-grip arms won’t scratch surfaces. The seat is good for kids up to 37 pounds who can sit upright without help, so you’ll need a different option once your child is older. Choose from among five color options.

Your child needs a place to eat. Regardless of how you seat your child, keep in mind that supervising him or her while they eat and ensuring that they are able to safely sit upright while feeding is important. Many parents find that while high chairs are something of an investment, they are a practical and valuable one that provides a safe place to sit and eat.

High chairs also tend to be rugged enough to last for many years, so the purchase can pay dividends if you have more children later. It can also be passed on to other family members or even resold for close to its original value, assuming you take good care of it.

Most parents begin using a high chair for their baby at around six months and keep using it until about the age of 3. It may be useful even longer, especially if you’ve purchased a convertible chair.

Six months is just an average recommendation. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends keeping an eye out for four developmental signs that your baby might be ready to eat solid foods, and thus, use a high chair:

Most kids start to squirm out of a high chair and may be ready for something else around 18 to 24 months, though this timeline is different for every child. And don’t forget that many high chairs are convertible models. These high chairs turn into an ordinary chair or booster and may last much longer. After a child grows out of a high chair, a standalone booster seat might be an option. You can add a box under a seat to serve as a footrest, or if you have a chair that adjusts, sometimes the footrest adjusts as well.

As far as safety goes, the AAP recommends seeking out a sturdy high chair and making sure the high chair cannot be tipped over easily. The organization recommends that high chairs have safety harnesses (and parents should actually use them). If you’re using a hook-on seat, ensure that the seat locks firmly onto the table and that your child can’t kick against the table (and potentially dislodge the seat).

Also consider factors such as:

Your child is only going to continue to grow, and you’ll want a high chair that’s the right size for them—and you. Some high chairs have adjustable heights and adjustable footrests to accommodate babies and children of different sizes and different dining setups, including the Bloom Fresco high chair. Height adjustment can also be helpful to prevent you from having to stoop over every time you want to feed your little one. But some high chairs don’t adjust. If you’re willing to pay a little extra, this level of convenience may be worth it.

Do you plan to have your high chair take up permanent residence in your kitchen, or will you want to take it on the road? Some high chairs have a collapsibility feature for quick transportability. Others are designed to be assembled and stay in that shape. And, if the high chair you love isn’t very portable, you may want to consider investing in a travel high chair.

There are different types of harness options, including five-point harnesses (which restrains your child at the shoulders and hips) and three-point harnesses (which have two shoulder straps and form a Y shape). But some high chairs have non-harness designs. These typically include a lap band or adjustable tray to help secure your child. These are designed for older babies or toddlers.

Babies and toddlers are naturally messy eaters, so expect your high chair to need regular cleaning. Sauces, purees, cereals, drinks and more will get splashed and ground into your seat, making easy cleaning a must. Removable parts, like a tray, that you can put in the dishwasher are always nice, along with upholstery or seat materials that can be easily wiped down or tossed in the washing machine.

High chairs are designed to stand up to years of use, making them good household items to pass down to future children. But you’ll want to consider things like weight limits (not all high chairs will work for older or larger children as they grow) and options that will allow you to adjust the chair as your child gets bigger. Some high chairs, like the Stokke Tripp Trapp, can even become a full-sized, adjustable chair that can seat adults.

All in all, when choosing a high chair, it’s worth considering your lifestyle. Do you eat at a countertop and a table? You’ll likely want an adjustable high chair. Do you travel a lot? You might want something smaller that’s easy to pack. Did you just remodel your kitchen? You might want to splurge on aesthetics. How much time do you have to clean the high chair? Consider a tray that can go in the dishwasher and a seat fabric that can be thrown in the wash. The best high chair may be different for everyone, but there are plenty of options on the market and a range of price points that satisfy parents’ needs.