If you had told me 4 months ago that a toddler trike would almost completely replace our Mamas & Papas Ocarro 2 pram, I wouldn’t have believed you.
When our daughter reached 10 months old, she was outgrowing the closeness of our Ergobaby Embrace sling, and while she was slowly adapting to our Littlelife Ranger child carrier, we needed something easy for quick daily outings, local shopping trips, and dog walks.
Enter our second-hand Kinderkraft Aveo Tricycle. While our exact original model has been updated in the brand’s lineup to the Kinderkraft Aveo 2 Plus (around £89) and the very similar Kinderkraft Freeway 2 (currently £64.90), the core design remains the same.
Here is my honest Kinderkraft tricycle review after three months of thorough real-world testing across the North East.
Specs, Costs & Current Models
| Feature | Original Kinderkraft Aveo (Tested) | Kinderkraft Freeway 2 | Kinderkraft Aveo 2 / Plus |
| Retail Price (New) | Discontinued | ~£64.90 | ~£89.00 |
| What We Paid | £40 (Second-Hand) | — | — |
| Target Age Range | ~9 Months to 4 Years | 9 Months to 30+ Months | 9 Months to 5 Years |
| Key Features | Parent steering handle, sun canopy, bell, harness | 360° Swivel seat, freewheel mode | Lie-flat option, 6 usage modes, accessory bag |
How We Landed a £40 Bargain
We bought our Aveo second-hand (or technically third-hand) from friends for £40.
Their eldest had just turned four and was outgrowing it, and with a second baby on the way, they needed to free up space.
They were completely upfront with us.
The main reason they were moving on was that the trike doesn’t fold down easily and fitting two of these in a car boot alongside newborn gear simply wasn’t happening for them.
But since we only have one child and knew the trike had been looked after, snapping it up for £40 was perfect.
Real-World Outdoor Testing Across the North East
We haven’t just pushed this around the driveway; we have thoroughly tested this thing across all sorts.
It has handled:
- Local Parks & Estates: Long strolls around Herrington Country Park and the landscaped grounds of Hardwick Hall.
- Rougher Trails: Riverbank paths through Durham city center and off-road dog walks with Benny.
- Shopping Runs: Navigating narrow supermarket aisles in ASDA, Sainsbury’s, Lidl, and indoor strolls around Dalton Park.
The parent steering handle is what makes this thing brilliant.
You have complete control, allowing you to push it faster and weave through tight crowds or twisty walking paths much more easily than a bulky pushchair.
Plus, it fits flat into the boot of both my Hyundai Bayon and my wife’s VW ID.3 with plenty of room to spare alongside our dads emergency car kit.
Why My Daughter Absolutely Loves It
The biggest win of all is that our daughter is genuinely happy sitting in it.
- High Seating & Unrestricted View: She sits up straight where she can look around and take in the world, rather than being reclined in a pram chassis.
- Interactive Handlebars & Bell: Even though her feet can’t quite reach the pedals yet at 11 months, having her own set of handlebars and a bell makes her feel like she is actively driving.
- Sun & Shower Protection: The fold-out hood canopy keeps the harsh sun out of her eyes on bright days and offers quick cover if caught in a sudden rain shower.
Manufacturer guidelines suggest waiting until 12 months for certain modes, but jumping into the 12-to-18-month seating setup slightly early bridged the awkward gap between her outgrowing the front sling and getting used to a littlelife back carrier.
What Isn’t That Great?
No piece of baby gear is perfect, and a fair Kinderkraft tricycle review needs to cover the AVEO’s flaws:
Folding Faff
If you are looking for a trike that collapses with the click of a button, this isn’t it.
To break it down into a compact size, you have to unbolt the handlebars completely and detach the hood canopy.
It is a bit of a faff, which is why we usually leave it fully assembled in the garage for local dog walks.
Missing Footrests
Because ours was loved across two previous owners, the drop-down footrests are missing.
I’m guessing they are likely broken or lost along the way.
While it’s a bit of a shame, it hasn’t stopped us using it; she happily rests her feet up on the lower frame bar or handlebars while we push.
Should You Buy One?
If you are looking for a lightweight alternative to a heavy pram for toddlers aged 9 months to 3 years, a parent-steered Kinderkraft trike is fantastic.
Whether you pick up a second-hand original AVEO for £40 or go for a brand-new Kinderkraft Freeway 2 (~£64.90) or Aveo 2 Plus (~£89.00) – Both great value, handles off-road park walks, and makes everyday Vinted parcel runs fun for your kiddo.