It's no secret that toddlers love climbing, and the first thing they go for at a park is always the climbing frames, so indoor climbers for toddlers are a great way to challenge their gross motor skills and keep them entertained - which is a huge bonus on a rainy day.
Climbing can help teach children core motor skills, help them to balance, develop their coordination, and make them more confident. While we can be tempted to move them from climbing on furniture and everything else, it's something we should be encouraging. But, the safest way to encourage climbing is through climbing sets, so the best indoor climbers for toddlers are a great place to start.
Best indoor climbers for toddlers at a glance:
• Best overall indoor climbers for toddlers: Costway 3-in-1 Triangle Climbing Set Wooden Toddler Climber with Reversible Ramp Arch, Buy now on B&Q
• Best small indoor climbers for toddlers: Bigjigs Toys Wooden Arched Climbing Frame, Buy now on Amazon UK
• Best climbing arch indoor climbers for toddlers: Montessori Climb Arch with Pillow, Buy now on Etsy
• Best ladder indoor climbers for toddlers: Swedish Ladder 4in1 with Triangle Climber, Buy now on Etsy
Using Montessori education, indoor climbers for toddlers encourage safe exploration. They're often made of wood too, and come in a variety of different climbing styles.
Best overall indoor climbers for toddlers
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The Costway 3-in-1 Triangle Climbing Set Wooden Toddler Climber with Reversible Ramp Arch can help your child develop different motor skills, including motor, balance, logical reasoning and even sensory stimulation. They are also interchangeable, so can be played with individually or as a set.
Pros
- Helps support key development skills
- Rounded edges for safety
Cons
- Not easy to store
Dimensions | |
Climbing arch: | 89 x 52 x 44cm |
Climbing ramp: | 98 x 40cm |
Climbing triangle: | 75 x 55 x 64cm |
Suitable for ages: | 6 months+ |
- Double sided ladder slide
- Sturdy structure
- Adjustable ramp
- Easy to fold
Best small indoor climbers for toddlers
The Bigjigs Toys FSC® Certified Wooden Arched Climbing Frame is an excellent choice for families seeking a sustainable, safe, and developmentally beneficial play structure. Crafted from responsibly sourced, FSC-certified wood, it promotes eco-conscious values while offering a sturdy and durable design. Its arched shape supports children's motor skill development, encouraging balance, coordination, and imaginative play. With its smooth, child-safe finish and versatile indoor-outdoor use, this climbing frame combines aesthetic appeal with practicality, making it a long-lasting, eco-friendly addition to any play area.
Pros
- Pastel rungs helps to develop hand-eye coordination
- Toddlers can use the rungs of the wooden arch to pull up with their hands
- Climbing frame fits in any child's room
Cons
- Only 8 are left in stock
Dimensions: | 55 x 80 x 37cm |
Suitable for ages: | 12 months+ |
Material: | Wood |
Best climbing arch indoor climbers for toddlers
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This Climbing Arch Set is the perfect multifunctional rocker. It can be used as a rocker, a climbing arch and even a desk! Featuring a pillow cushion, the climbing arch can also be used as a little reading nook for your little one, or somewhere cosy to nap.
One review said: "We are very happy with the Climbing Arch. The quality and attention to details are exquisite. The arch was easy to build (even my boys had fun helping out). It looks sturdy and reliable. We ordered it with a cushion, which again did not disappoint. Just perfect. We are super impressed with the design, which will transition well from a rocking bed for a newborn, climbing arch for a toddler, to a desk when things settle. Love it and recommend."
Pros
- Multifunctional use
- Supports active play, development, coordination, balance and strength
Cons
- Selling fast
Dimensions: | 100 x 54 x 60cm |
Suitable for ages: | Birth to 9 years |
- Rocker and climbing arch
- Can be used as a desk
Best multi-functional indoor climbers for toddlers
The 3 in 1 Rainbow Triangle Climbing Frame for Toddlers Play Set is a multi-purpose design and can hold up to four children at a time - which is great if you have more than one child or have frequent playdates! It comes with cotton shading too to create a den space when not being used as a climber.
Pros
- Multi-purpose design
- Rounded corners and edges for safety
Cons
- Quite large
Dimensions: | 115 x 108 x 127cm |
Suitable for ages: | 1+ years |
- Monkey bars
- Climbing ladders
- Ramp
- Multipurpose design
Best ladder indoor climbers for toddlers
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With the option to have it as a triangle climber or as wall ladder, the Swedish Ladder 4in1 with Triangle Climber helps to encourage coordination, balance, strength and can even help with sensory stimulation. It can be fastened securely to the wall, meaning it's practical on saving space too. You can even add on additional accessories such as monkey bars and a slide.
One customer wrote: "Such a wonderful climbing experience for kids. The little one has been fascinated since it's been built, doesn't want to come down anymore. The support is super friendly and fast. Also, I've never seen such a cute way of displaying the needed screws and stuff!"
Pros
- Can be used as a climbing triangle
- Additional accessories can be purchased
- Encourages coordination, balance and strength
Cons
- Some mentioned that the instructions could be easier to follow
Dimensions: | 193 x 60cm |
Suitable for ages: | 3+ years |
- Two wall mounts
- Folds into a climbing triangle
Best indoor climbers for toddlers playhouse
Doubling up as a playhouse too, the COSTWAY Kids Wooden Playhouse is suitable for indoor and outdoor use. It has a cute curtain door, a bell, a large window and climbing wall. It makes a really sweet den for your child, while also encouraging them to use their motor skills on the climbing wall. Bought as a gift, one customer said: "Item was bought as a gift for my nephew's 2nd Birthday. It went down a storm! So glad I checked the dimensions rather than the image as I was worried it would be too steep for the climbing wall but it has worked out perfectly. I am told it was surprisingly easy to assemble. The Birthday Boy was very very very excited to play with his new Play house. I would recommend this product. Hours of fun to be had."
Pros
- Easy to assemble
- Can be used indoors and outdoors
- Enough space for two children
Cons
- Might need a cover for outdoor use so it lasts longer
Dimensions: | 114 x 77 x 100cm |
Suitable for ages: | 3 to 8 years |
- Bell feature
- Climbing side wall
- Fabric curtain
- Large window
- Hook and loop fastening
Best structured indoor climbers for toddlers
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The Spider Web Montessori Play Gym can not only be used to encourage your child to climb and explore, but it can be used as a den too. It's beautifully designed and is sturdy too, so you know your toddler can climb safely. There's different sizes available, as well as different colour choices. One happy customer said: "This is such a high quality product! Very impressive construction and easy to assemble. It was exactly as described and has exceeded my expectations. Fantastic seller!" Another person said: "Amazing quality and customer service. Quite hesitant to buy it at first but I’m not at all disappointed with the product. The shipping came faster than expected! Would highly recommend!"
Pros
- Encourages exploration, creativity and core gross motor skills
- Different sizing options available
Cons
- Can take up a lot of floor space
Dimensions | 50.5 x 118cm to 82 x 189cm |
Suitable for ages: | 1 to 6 years |
- Available in different sizes
- Clear assembly instructions
- Four colour options
Best plastic indoor climbers for toddlers
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With a detachable basketball hoop, the Kid Slide Climber With Basket Hoop Set Toddler Toy Free Standing also comes in two other colourways. It has evenly spaced steps for easy climbing, with non-slip features too. The modular design means it can be repositioned and also built without any tools. Bought for their grandchildren, one buyer said: "Our great grandbabies absolutely adore this, and are on it all day laughing and giggling best buy this Year very well made and sturdy"
Pros
- Tool free assembly
- Three colourways available
Cons
- Bulkier than wooden alternatives
Dimensions: | 190 x 48 x 106cm |
Suitable for ages: | 3+ years |
- Ergonomic design steps
- Smooth and rounded corners
- Non-slip patterns on steps
- Detachable basket hoop
What age are indoor climbing frames suitable for?
Most are suitable for toddlers and older children. They're a fun alternative for climbing on furniture, but it's important to check the age suitability for a product before purchasing.
Do I need an indoor toddler climbing frame?
While you might be happy to take your child to the park a few times a week, an indoor climbing set for toddlers is a great way to help encourage balancing skills and climbing safely. They're also great for sensory stimulation.
Indoor climbing frame safety
With any kind of climbing, it's important to have safety features in place. Before your child even uses the climbing frame, make sure that it is on a flat and smooth surface. Purchase some protective mats to place around the frame, as this will help to prevent major accidents if they slip or fall. However, always supervise your little one when they are playing on the climbing frame and explain to them that they shouldn't use it when you (or a trusted adult) are not around.
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