Micro Mini Scooter review

The Micro Mini is the scooter Micro Kickboard built its reputation on, and it remains the most sensible first scooter for a child between 2 and 5. Two wheels sit at the front and one at the back, and the child steers by leaning instead of turning the bar, which keeps the front end from snapping sideways when a toddler jerks the handle. The handlebar adjusts in height, and a rear foot brake teaches stopping early. Micro's own product page notes a 2026 NYT Wirecutter pick. What sets Micro apart for parents is the parts catalog: the site sells replacement decks, chassis, wheels, T-bars and brakes for the Mini, so one scooter can pass from an older sibling to a younger one. Accessories such as the Mini Seat and a basket cost $29.99 each. The trade-off is price. At $89.99 during the holiday sale and $99.99 regular, it costs about twice the Razor Lil' Kick, and the base model does not fold.

Who it is for

toddlers and preschoolers aged 2 to 5 on their first scooter

Price

$89.99 holiday sale price on microkickboard.com (regular $99.99).

Ages 2-5 Micro Mini Scooter $89.99 $99.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• Three-wheel design with two front wheels for a stable stance
• Lean-to-steer riding: the child shifts weight to turn
• Height-adjustable handlebar
• Rear foot brake
• Replacement parts sold separately on microkickboard.com, from decks to wheels and T-bars

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Rated from age 2, the youngest starting age on this list
• Strength: Micro sells spare decks, wheels and handlebars, so a worn part does not end the scooter
• Strength: Add-ons such as a Mini Seat and basket cost $29.99 each
• Weakness: $89.99 sale price is roughly double the Razor Lil' Kick at $46.99
• Weakness: Ages 2 to 5 only; most children move up to the Maxi by 5 or 6
• Weakness: Does not fold; Micro charges more for its foldable LED version

Key facts

• Ages: 2 to 5
• Wheels: 3 (two front, one rear)
• Steering: Lean-to-steer
• Price: $89.99 sale, $99.99 regular

Where it ranks

Micro Mini Scooter is No. 1 in our Best Kids Scooters verdict.