The $20 High Chair vs. The $300 High Chair: Which One Wins?

 

In the world of high chairs, there are two kings.

  1. The Stokke Tripp Trapp ($300+): The beautiful, adjustable wooden chair that lasts forever.

  2. The IKEA Antilop ($20): The ugly white plastic bucket on metal legs.

I have used both. Here is the honest truth.

The Case for IKEA

The IKEA Antilop is ugly, but it is a miracle of engineering.

  • Cleaning: It has no cracks or crevices. You can take it outside and hose it down. You can put the tray in the dishwasher.

  • The Price: You can buy 15 of them for the price of one Stokke.

The Case for Stokke

The Tripp Trapp is furniture, not plastic.

  • Ergonomics: It has an adjustable footrest. This is huge. If a baby's feet dangle, they get restless and stop eating. Supported feet = longer meals.

  • Longevity: It converts into a regular chair that holds an adult (up to 240 lbs). You buy it once, and you keep it for 20 years.

The Verdict: If you are tight on cash or hate scrubbing crumbs out of crevices, get the IKEA (and buy an aftermarket footrest from Amazon). If you want a chair that looks good at your dining table and supports your baby's posture perfectly, splurge on the Stokke.

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