Best High Chairs for Small Spaces

If you’re looking to turn a countertop or other table space into a dining area, look no further than Inglesina’s Fast Table chair. Super portable and really easy to use, this clip-on chair attaches directly to the edge of your table and creates a comfy spot for baby to eat thanks to the padded seat pad. The fabric seat is washable (thank goodness) and there’s a pocket in the back where you can stash a bib. We also love this seat for travel since it’s so tiny and really easy to pack up into the included carrying case.

One thing to note here: you’ll want to make sure you have at least a few inches of clearance under the edge of your table so the chair’s arms have enough room to slide on unobstructed. You can also add a dining tray, sold separately.

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If you’d prefer to skip the clip-on style seat for something that attaches directly to your kitchen or dining chair, this popular seat from Fisher-Price is a good choice. It’s small on space but not on features. It has two seat height adjustments and three recline positions—features not often seen on booster-style high chairs—and can convert from a high chair to a booster as your baby gets older. The seat and removeable tray are dishwasher safe and the seat pad and harness can be tossed right into the washing machine.

Unlike lots of other space-saving high chairs, this one can be used from the newborn stage thanks to the recline feature and the five-point harness. It is on the bulky side, though, so you’ll likely want to reserve it for at-home use. For a more portable (and super affordable) version, check out the brand’s Portable Toddler Booster.

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If you already own Lalo’s 3-in-1 High Chair Kit, then you know about this seat. But did you know you can also purchase just the booster solo? This modern, beautiful seat is a different style than any other booster on the market and will accent your dining space rather than stand out or detract from it. It’s more than just good looks, though. The wide, stable base attaches to most adult dining chairs with adjustable straps. The smooth seat is super easy to clean and the five-point harness keeps baby secure during mealtime.

You can use The Booster from four months through about three years old. Just note that it’s wide and bulky, and on the heavier side, so it’s not a great choice for travel.

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This high chair has the name “nook” in it for a reason. Its space-saving design and ultra-compact fold makes it perfect to stash in any corner of your home when you don’t want to be tripping over your high chair all day. When it’s not folded up, however, there are lots of features to love. It’s lightweight and easy to fold (like a beach chair), has a one-handed, swing-open XL tray and four height settings. The removable seat cover is machine washable and the tray is dishwasher-safe.

This model of the Nook doesn’t recline, so it’s not suitable for use with newborns. But if you want that feature, check out the Nook NB High Chair. It’s newborn-friendly and still features the same compact fold that original Nook users have come to love.

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Boasting the most compact fold of any high chair on the market (it folds down to 80% of its size), the City Bistro is an all-around great seat. There are a few standout features that you won’t find in most other high chairs like back-of-the-seat storage (the tray clips right onto the back of the high chair when folded, keeping everything organized) and self-standing storage. Other features to love include a comfortable seat pad that’s stain resistant and machine washable.

Keep in mind that when this seat is unfolded, it does have a fairly large footprint, so while it’s super compact when broken down it will take up a decent amount of space when it’s in use.

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Popular high chair brand (and all-around awesome baby brand) Graco’s Slim Snacker is an ultra-compact option with a one-hand, self-standing fold, making the chair quick and easy to tuck out of sight. This small-space-friendly high chair has three recline positions, so it’s suitable for infants, and a mesh storage basket underneath. The seat pad wipes clean in seconds for easy cleaning.

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Cosco is known for no-frills, well priced baby items that parents rave about—and this high chair is one of them. This compact seat folds flat and stands on its own, so it’s easy to store or take on the go. There’s a three-position adjustable tray with a removable insert and a wipeable seat. There’s also a leg rest so your little one is ergonomically positioned correctly for solids. At around fifty dollars, you can’t find much of a better deal.

There is one con parents consistently mention, though: the seat cushion. Although it is easy to wipe down, it’s not removable, so you’ll want to keep that in mind before you buy.

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Stokke pioneered the idea that even the youngest of babies should have a seat at the table. The Tripp Trapp, a seat that debuted in 1972 and is still going strong, is an iconic favorite. Although it’s on the larger side in terms of footprint and weight, it can be pulled right up to your dining table. That, combined with how it transforms from a baby + toddler seat to an adult seat that can hold up to 300 pounds, means that it ultimately acts as just another chair at your kitchen and dining table rather than a separate high chair just for baby.

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If you love the idea of Stokke’s Tripp Trapp but prefer something a bit more modern, take a look at the Bugaboo Giraffe. The streamlined design—not to mention the five-pound-lighter weight—makes this more compact seat a good alternative to the Tripp Trapp if you’re looking for a high chair with cleaner lines and a more modern feel. Like the Tripp Trapp, the Giraffe pulls right up to the table, serving as a true dining seat for your little one with a weight max of 220 pounds. Setup is incredibly easy (no tools needed other than the hex key that’s included), and any adjustments you need to make to the chair are simple—both the seat and the footrest slide up and down in seconds with the squeeze of a button. Other features we love include ease of cleaning, a stable base and a dishwasher-safe tray that’s easy to get on and off. You can add the Newborn Set for the six-months-and-under crowd.

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For one more modern option, take a look at the Nomi. Created by the Scandinavian designer who pioneered the Tripp Trapp, the Nomi has many of the same features with a slimmer profile and a bit more of a modern flair. It transforms from infant seat (with the Newborn Set)to high chair to an adult seat that holds up to 330 pounds. It’s easy to adjust—simply turn the knob on the seat’s stem, no tools needed—as well as extremely stable and ergonomically designed with excellent support and an adjustable footrest. It’s also a popular choice among parents doing baby-led weaning.

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