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The right scooter depends on the rider’s age, height, confidence, experience and where they’ll be scooting.

For children aged 2–5, the Mini Micro has three wheels for stability and lean-to-steer handling that helps young riders build confidence. From around 5–12, children can stay with three wheels on a Maxi Micro or move to two wheels.

The lightweight Micro Sprite is a good first two-wheeler, while the Micro Cruiser’s larger wheels suit children who want to travel further or ride over bumpier ground.

For older children and adults, models such as the Micro Classic use larger wheels and a bigger deck for longer everyday journeys. Stunt scooters should be chosen by height and riding ability, rather than age alone. 

Start with who will ride it and how they want to use it.

For younger children who need stability, choose a three-wheeled Mini or Maxi Micro.

Children aged 5+ who are ready to balance on two wheels can choose between the light, agile Micro Sprite and the larger-wheeled Micro Cruiser.

The Sprite suits riders who want something lightweight and nimble. The Cruiser suits longer journeys and rougher pavements, where its 200 mm wheels require less effort and help absorb bumps.

Adults and older riders can choose from Micro’s adult range, with large wheels, longer decks and higher handlebars designed specifically for grown-up riders. For tricks and skateparks, choose a dedicated non-folding stunt scooter instead. 

Start with how your child will use the scooter, not just their age.

For younger children, or anyone still building confidence, a three-wheeled scooter gives more stability and uses lean-to-steer movement to help develop balance and coordination.

If your child can already balance confidently on a bike or scooter, they may be ready for two wheels. Then think about the type of riding they’ll do. A lightweight scooter such as the Micro Sprite is easier to handle, carry and manoeuvre, making it a good first two-wheeler. A scooter with larger wheels, such as the Micro Cruiser, takes less effort to cover longer distances and copes better with uneven pavements.

Also think about everyday practicalities. An adjustable handlebar gives growing children more years of use, while a folding scooter is easier to carry, store or take in the car.

If they want to ride at a skatepark or learn jumps and tricks, choose a proper stunt scooter instead. Stunt scooters have fixed handlebars and reinforced parts designed to cope with impacts.

In short: choose for the rider they are now, where they’ll ride and what they want to do with it. If you’re between models, our Scooter Quiz can help narrow it down.

The Mini Micro is designed around younger riders aged 2–5, while the Maxi Micro, Sprite and Cruiser ranges are designed for children aged 5–12.

Their dimensions, weight and handlebar ranges differ to suit different styles of riding.

From age eight upwards, larger models such as the Micro Classic can suit older children through to adults and have higher adjustable handlebars and larger decks. 

A stunt scooter’s handlebars should generally sit between the rider’s hips or front trouser pockets and their belly button. 

Unlike everyday scooters, stunt scooters have fixed-height handlebars. That extra strength is important for jumps and tricks, but it means you need to choose the correct size when you buy. Bars that are too high can make the scooter harder to control and can get in the way when learning tricks. Measure the rider’s height and check the height range shown for the individual stunt scooter rather than choosing purely by age. 

There is no single age for every scooter. Micro makes different scooters for different stages, starting from early-years products and continuing through childhood into adulthood.

The current Micro Scooters range is:

• Mini2Grow ride on scooters for children ages from 12 months
• Mini Micro range is designed for children aged 2–5.
• From around 5–12, children can ride a Maxi Micro or, if they are ready to balance independently, move to two wheels with models such as the Micro Sprite or Micro Cruiser.

Some larger scooters, including the Micro Classic, are suitable from age 8 through to adulthood.

Age is only part of the decision. Confidence, height and experience matter too, particularly around age five when some children still prefer three wheels while others are ready for a two-wheeled scooter. 

The best beginner scooter depends on the rider’s age and whether they are learning on three wheels, two wheels or a stunt scooter.

For younger children learning to scoot, the Mini Micro’s three-wheel design provides stability while lean-to-steer handling helps develop balance and coordination. For children aged 5+ who still prefer three wheels, the Maxi Micro offers the same style of steering on a larger frame. 

For a child ready for their first two-wheeled scooter, Micro recommends the Sprite. It is lightweight, agile and easy for younger riders to handle. Children wanting bigger wheels for longer or bumpier journeys may prefer the Micro Cruiser. 

For a first stunt scooter, we recommend beginner models such as the Micro Ramp Tricks Scooter and Chilli Base S, which are designed for newer riders learning their first tricks. 

Start with the right size and a proper fixed stunt-scooter construction.

Unlike an everyday scooter, a stunt scooter should not fold and its handlebars should not adjust. Look for a strong one-piece T-bar, a reinforced aluminium deck and durable wheels designed for stunt riding. Micro and Chilli stunt scooters also use ABEC 9 bearings for a smooth, precise ride. 

Most importantly, choose according to the rider’s height and experience level. The handlebars should sit around hip-to-belly-button height, and a beginner generally benefits from a lighter scooter that is easier to control. More experienced riders can move to larger, tougher models as their tricks progress. 

The best adult scooter depends on how far you travel and how smooth you want the ride to feel.

Micro recommends large wheels for adult everyday and commuter scooters because they help riders travel further and faster with less effort. The Micro Classic is a good all-round option. Its 200 mm wheels, low deck and longer, wider footplate are designed for stable, comfortable everyday journeys, while adjustable handlebars and a folding mechanism make it practical for commuting and storage.

If comfort over rough or uneven ground matters most, the Micro Suspension adds front and rear suspension to help absorb bumps. For riders who prefer the added stability of three wheels, Micro also offers an adult Kickboard. 

For an adjustable everyday scooter, choose a model whose handlebar range is appropriate for the rider and adjust it to give them a comfortable, controlled riding position. Micro does not publish one universal handlebar-height rule for every adjustable scooter because its models are designed for different ages, sizes and riding styles.

Stunt scooters are the exception because the handlebars are fixed. For a stunt scooter, Micro recommends that the top of the bars sits roughly between the rider’s hips and belly button, with belly-button height used as a simple guide. Bars that are too high can make control and tricks more difficult. 

For growing children, models such as the Mini, Maxi, Sprite and Cruiser use adjustable handlebars so they can be altered as the rider grows. 

There isn’t one ideal deck size for every rider. The right deck depends on the rider’s size and what they want the scooter to do.

For younger children, keeping the whole scooter light and easy to control is important. For older children and adults, a longer or wider deck can provide more foot room and greater stability. The Micro Classic, for example, uses a low, long and wide deck designed to give larger feet more room and make it easier to change riding foot on longer journeys. 

Deck design also changes with scooter type.

Stunt scooters use strong, reinforced aluminium decks because they need to withstand jumps and impacts, while everyday scooters are designed around comfort, weight and ease of travel.