The Best Booster Seats for the Dining Table

Prince Lionheart Squish Booster Seat

Safety and Comfort

This squishy booster seat provides security to both parent and child.

Best Overall

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When a safe but simple booster seat is what you have in mind, this comfortable option from Prince Lionheart is a definite go-to. Made to fit securely to virtually any chair, it has a three-point harness and dual straps that secure it firmly down to the existing chair with no slipping, toppling, or sliding around. With a weight and height range that makes it appropriate for around 18 months to five years, it’s a booster seat that will last your little one throughout childhood. Plus, it’s easy to transport, so you can take it anywhere your kiddo needs a boost.

Pros:

• Comfortable foam material
• Mid-back height, allowing for a semi-supported sit
• Scratch-resistant protection on bottom of seat

Cons:

• The back may not be quite high enough for younger, smaller children
• The strap clip is easy for toddlers to undo

Summer Infant Deluxe Comfort Folding Booster

Have Baby, Will Travel

This ultra-portable booster seat makes traveling with your little one as easy as possible.

Best for Travel

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Providing a little more than your typical booster seat, this Deluxe Comfort Folding Booster from Summer Infant makes traveling with tots totally easy. That’s because this seat acts like a cross between a traditional booster and a high chair. Thoughtfully designed to fit on any chair, it has a high back, sturdy legs, and a removable tray. The entire chair collapses for easy transportation, making this compact, lightweight design a fantastic option for on-the-go dining.

Pros:

• Folds flat for easy storage and portability
• Three positions with two levels of height adjustments
• Easy to keep clean

Cons:

• Maximum weight is just 33 lbs
• The seat itself can be rather slippery to sit on

Ingenuity SmartClean Toddler Booster Seat

Messy Mealtime Approved

This seat cleans up nicely in just a few simple steps.

Easiest to Clean

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While messy eating is important for childhood development, the clean up isn’t exactly a blast. The thing is, until little ones get the hang of eating — and let’s be honest, even after they do — mealtimes can be messy. And when it comes to keeping a booster seat clean, there’s nothing worse than caked crevices and stubborn spots of food. That’s why we love this simple design from Ingenuity. Made to wipe completely clean with just a wet cloth and mild soap, all of the components easily come apart to allow for a deeper clean. A durable three-point harness, thick foam seat, and an anti-slip bottom are all quality features that make this pick an excellent option for easy cleaning.

Pros:

• Machine washable straps
• Foam insert is optional and easily removable
• Seat straps directly to chair for extra stability

Cons:

• The foam upper isn’t fully attached to the seat
• The chair is prone to food staining

Summer Infant Pop ‘n Sit SE Booster Chair

The Kid Camping Chair

This foldable camping chair provides toddlers with a comfortable option for outdoor seating.

Best Outdoor

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Ideal for outdoor use, this sweet little booster is just like an adult camp chair, minus the height and plus a tray. And just like an adult camp chair, this seat folds easily and compactly for popping in the trunk and bringing along with you to restaurants or the in-laws. In fact, this booster even comes with its own storage carry bag, making both storage and portability simple. Made with a removable, completely machine-washable fabric, it’s easy to keep clean, too.

Pros:

• Includes a built-in storage pocket, chair straps, and more
• Removable tray has a built-in cupholder
• Sturdy, no-tip design

Cons:

• The tray doesn’t have the strongest locking system
• The seat back sits up very straight with no option for reclining

Kaboost Booster Seat for Dining Table

Innovative Booster Design

This innovative option literally boosts your kiddo's chair — no extra seat necessary.

Best for Big Kids

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This innovative option from Kaboost offers a different take on the booster seat, effectively creating a seat-booster. We love that it can be used for many years and that it helps to improve chair stability overall. It’s super easy to attach and features rubberized, non-slip feet for exceptional grip. Plus, it has all of the same height lifts as a more traditional booster seat. Our kiddos love it too, as it makes it possible to sit in a big kid chair without having to sit in a separate seat. The lack of a separate chair makes it an appealing option for kids who don’t need the added security of straps and trays.

Pros:

• Folds up to a compact size for storage and travel
• Holds up to 300 lbs, making it a great choice for adults, too
• Fits virtually any four-legged chair

Cons:

• The booster doesn’t easily slide out
• Without a more traditional booster seat, you lose straps, backs, and the comfort of a padded booster

Frequently Asked Questions

When do you start using a booster seat?
There are a few different types of booster seats, so the appropriate age range depends on the kind that you use. If you have a booster seat without a tray attachment or high back, you’ll need to wait until your child is old enough to sit on their own in a chair. This type of booster seat is typically reserved for older toddlers, around the two-year mark. However, if you have a booster seat with an attachable tray and a higher back, these are perfectly fine to start using as soon as your little one is sitting in a highchair, often around six months of age.

Are booster seats safe?
Booster seats are perfectly safe, so long as certain safety measures are followed. First, make sure that your child is able to sit up by themselves. Next, make sure that the seat can be securely attached to the chair or that it at least has non-slip pads on the bottom. And depending on the age, it can be beneficial to have a booster seat with safety straps to hook your child in, such as a three-point harness.