Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between the Mini and Maxi Micro Deluxe?
What's the difference between the Mini and Maxi Micro Deluxe?
The main differences come down to age and size.
Micro Mini Deluxe — designed for ages 2–5. Smaller deck, lower to the ground. Three wheels (two front, one back) for stability. Weight limit around 20 kg (44 lbs). Steers by leaning rather than handlebar turning, which helps develop balance. Adjustable T-bar handlebar at lower heights.
Micro Maxi Deluxe — designed for ages 5–12. Larger deck with more standing room. Still three wheels, proportionally bigger. Weight limit around 50 kg (110 lbs). Same lean-to-steer mechanism. Handlebar adjusts to taller heights. Often comes with a kick-brake on the rear wheel.
In short: the Mini suits toddlers and younger kids just learning, while the Maxi grows with older kids through the primary school years. Both use the same lean-steering design, so kids who start on a Mini typically find the transition to a Maxi very natural.
When can children start using the two-wheeled Micro Sprite?
When can children start using the two-wheeled Micro Sprite?
The Micro Sprite is recommended for ages 6 through teens. The key reason for that starting age is the switch to handlebar steering — two-wheel scooters require the rider to turn the handlebars like a bike, which demands more balance and coordination than the lean-to-steer three-wheelers. It's a natural progression from the Maxi: kids who've built their balance on the lean-to-steer three-wheelers tend to transition to the Sprite well around that age.
There's also a Sprite Suspension variant, rated for ages 8 through adult, with a taller, stronger build, front suspension, and 145mm wheels.
Are three-wheeled toddler scooters safer than two-wheeled ones?
Are three-wheeled toddler scooters safer than two-wheeled ones?
For toddlers, yes — three wheels distribute weight and prevent tipping at low speeds, which matters most while they're still building balance. Two-wheeled scooters ask for more developed coordination and are generally a better fit once a child is comfortable on a balance bike or has outgrown the toddler stage.
Do you ship scooters across Canada?
Do you ship scooters across Canada?
Kol Kid ships across Canada, and Toronto-area customers can also choose in-store pickup. Shipping timelines and rates are shown at checkout based on your postal code. See the Shipping Guide for details.