Best Mounted Child Bicycle Carriers

The carrier's location keeps your center of gravity low and lets you communicate with your child, too.

Made for children ages 1 through 4 and weighing less than 38 pounds. Center mounted for better center of gravity and mobility for the adult rider. Better view for child than rear mount. Allows for better communication. Does not significantly affect riding position. Very stable. Good padding.

May need to raise your steering column slightly to accommodate seat. If you have a short stem, it may not fit.

Best Bang for the Buck

Taller cyclists will love this carrier for its strong, lightweight construction and how easily it can be removed from its base.

For children ages 1 year and up, weighing up to 40 pounds. Strong, lightweight, polypropylene construction Quick release harness. Leg restraints and padded cross bar. Bonus seat spring guard and spoke guard. Sturdy. Very secure. Cross bar is perfect for clipping a toy or sippy cup.

Shorter cyclists – those 5 feet 5 inches and under – may not be able to ride with the saddle tall enough to keep the child seat level.

WeeRide LTD

Kangaroo Child Bike Seat

Having the carrier in the front instead of the back helps your bike's stability, and lets your child see more, too.

For children ages 1 to 4, weighing up to 40 pounds. Installs in front of bike saddle to put child in a comfortable, safe position. Thick seat and back padding. Deluxe safety harness and oversized buckle system. Even weight distribution for navigating corners. Adjustable foot holders. Better visibility and stability than back-mounted.

RideAlong Child Bike Seat

This seat will not work with bikes with brake cables running up the head post. Seat interferes with some cyclists' pedaling.

Thule

This rear-mount carrier has a higher weigh limit than most other seats.

Designed for children ages 9 months to 6 years, and up to 48.5 pounds. Can be mounted and dismounted from bike quickly using universal quick-release bracket. Fits most bike frames, check sizing. Integrated protection wings safeguard hands when bike leans against a wall. Reclining seat. Comfortable even on rough terrain.

Yepp Mini Child Bike Seat

This seat is heavy, because it is built to accommodate larger children. It may affect your center of gravity. May be too big for smaller, lighter bikes.

Thule

This comfortable carrier is a great choice for slimmer, commuter-style bikes.

Designed for children 9 months to 3 years, and up to 33 pounds. Mounts to handlebars. Adjustable foot rests and straps. Water-repellent seat materials. Adjustable, padded 5-point harness.