JOYSTAR Kids Bike Review 2026: Balance Bikes, First Bikes and Kids Mountain Bikes

Bikes designed around kids, not shrunk-down adult bikes

Buying a kid's bike is harder than it looks. Too heavy and they will not want to ride it. Too big and it is unsafe. JOYSTAR focuses only on kids and youth bikes, with frames sized for small riders, coaster brakes for little hands and bright designs kids actually want to ride. The range covers everything from a first balance bike to a 7-speed kids mountain bike.

The lineup, broken down

JOYSTAR lists more than 140 products, mostly kids bikes. The main groups are:

• Balance bikes (ages 2 to 5): Pedal-free bikes that teach balance first. The Marcher 12" balance bike was on sale for $29.99 at the time of writing, and the Retro 12" balance bike is $95.99.
• First bikes with training wheels (ages 3 to 9): Girls bikes like the Little Daisy, Fairy, Zinnia and Unicorn, boys bikes like the Little Rock, and unisex models like the WHIZZ. Most include training wheels, a coaster brake and a quick-release seat.
• BMX and motocross-style bikes: The Gemsbok BMX with pegs and a motocross-style bike with a number plate and fenders.
• Kids mountain bikes (ages 7 to 12): The Lubbock in single-speed and 7-speed versions, the Contender 20, and a 20" fat-tire bike for sand and snow.
• Scooters and e-bikes: Kick scooters for ages 5 and up, plus electric bikes and scooters for older kids.

How to choose the right size

Wheel size follows age and height. JOYSTAR's own sizing on the NEO line gives a useful rule: 16-inch bikes suit roughly ages 4 to 7, 18-inch bikes ages 5 to 9, and 20-inch bikes ages 7 and up. Always check your child's height against the chart on the product page, and pick the size that lets them touch the ground with both feet.

Why parents like JOYSTAR

The frames and forks are built from Hi-Ten steel and covered by a lifetime warranty. Coaster brakes let young riders stop by pedaling backward, and quick-release seats make it easy to raise the saddle as your child grows. JOYSTAR also offers free shipping and 30-day returns.

Pricing and how to save

Balance bikes start under $30 on sale, most first bikes sit between $150 and $250, and kids mountain bikes run about $270 to $370. To save the most:

• Buy for two kids at once. JOYSTAR takes 10% off when you buy two bikes.
• Check the sale badges. Several models were well below their list price.
• Pick a model with a quick-release seat so it lasts through more growth spurts.

The verdict

JOYSTAR makes it easy to find the right bike for every stage, from a toddler's first balance bike to a pre-teen's mountain bike. The lifetime frame warranty and kid-friendly features make it a safe pick for families.

Ready to find the right bike? Shop JOYSTAR and save 10% when you buy two.