Detailed Comparison of Globber Go Up Series vs. Mini Micro Scooters
Seats
Seat height adjustment is important. The right seat height ensures it's easy for little legs to reach the ground to push along on the lower seat. The higher seat ensures that longer legs won't be bent too much when pushing along
The Globber has two seat heights on the standard version and 3 on the Deluxe version.
The seat on the mini micro scooter push along is adjustable to two different heights (22cm and 25cm). On the 4 in 1 the seat is at one height which is 24cm.
Steering
When converted to scooters, both the Globber and the Mini Micro scooters have a lean-to-steer mechanism. This means that kids lean to steer left and right rather than turning the handlebar.
As already mentioned, one feature the Globber has that the Mini Micro doesn't is a steering lock. Press a button and the steering can be locked, so the scooter can only move forwards and backwards and doesn't turn. The idea is that when kids are learning to scoot, they don't have to worry about steering until they have mastered scooting in a straight line.
Weight of Scooter
When used as a stand alone scooter, the Globber weighs 2.5kg and the Mini Micro weighs 1.8kg.
They are both light but the Mini Micro is much lighter than the Globber.
Light scooters give young children who are learning to scoot an advantage. They are able to control the scooter much more easily. They are also able to lift and turn the scooter when needed so don't always need to steer at the beginning. It's also easier for small children to lift the scooter up and down kerbs and steps.
Additionally, a light scooter is easier for parents to carry and move when little kids have had enough scooting.
Scooter Handlebar Height
Globber
The Globber Standard has a 3 height adjustable handlebar heights from 67.5cm to 77.5cm. This makes the scooter suitable for the 3 to 6 year age group. It may also work better for toddlers who are taller. The Deluxe version has 4 height adjustable handlebars which extend to 82.5cm.
Mini Micro
The Mini Micro push along comes with a height adjustable handlebar of between 49 and 67cm. Adjust the handlebar to at any point within this range, making it easy to find the perfect height for your child. The low handlebar height is excellent for very young kids. Your child could use the scooter from as young as 2 (or even younger) if they are ready. Ideally, handlebars should be no higher than waist height. Any higher than this makes it difficult for young children to control.
The 4 in 1 version has a handlebar which extends between 45cm to 79cm so you child use this for an even longer period.
Deck
Both scooters have a low to the ground deck which makes it easy to get on and off the scooter
Longevity
What I love about the Micro scooters is that all their parts can be repaired or replaced. This means that once you've bought a Micro scooter it can be kept out of landfill indefinitely and passed onto siblings, cousins or sold on eBay. Check out the range of spare parts over on the Micro website.
There are some spare parts you can get for the Globber scooters to keep them going (including wheels and brakes) so it could be possible to use it for some years. However, it doesn't have quite the range of replacement parts as the micro so it won't last forever.
Comparison Chart (Globber Go Up Series vs Mini Micro 3 in 1)
| Feature | Globber Go UP series | Mini Micro 3 in 1 Series |
| Seat | 2 heights adjustments on the standard
3 heights on the deluxe
| 2 seat height adjusment on the push along
Fixed height seat on the 4 in 1 |
| Parent handlebar | Height adjustable
(3 on Standard, 4 on Deluxe) | Adjustable handlebar on both versions |
| Footrests | On Deluxe versions | On both versions. |
| Handlebar height adjustment | 3 height adjustments on sporty (67.5 - 77.5cm)
4 height adjustments on Deluxe and comfort up to (67.5 - 82.5cm)
| Push along version is height adjustable at any from 49cm to 67cm. 4 in 1 version is adjustable up to 79cm
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| Weight of stand alone scooter | 2.5kg | 1.8kg |
| Steering | Lean to steer
Button to turn off steering while learning | Lean to Steer |
| Age Recommendation | 15 months to 6 years | 2 year to 5 years or 6 years |
Which One?
Choosing a winner is challenging because both scooters offer unique features that appeal to different preferences.
If you’re buying for a very young child who is eager to start scooting soon and may only use the seat for a short period, the Mini Micro is an excellent choice. It’s lighter, and the lowest handlebar height on the Deluxe scooter is shorter, allowing kids to start using it as early as 2 or 2.5 years old. Some exceptional kids even start scooting on the Mini Micro at just 18 months!
On the other hand, the Globber scooter is better suited for children around 3 years old. Its height makes it ideal for kids who will use the ride-on feature longer before transitioning to scooting around their third birthday. Additionally, the Globber has a unique steering lock feature that makes it easier for beginners to learn how to scoot.
If eco-friendliness is a priority and you want to pass the scooter on to others rather than adding it to a landfill, the Mini Micro is your best bet. You might also consider the Mini Micro Eco version for an even more environmentally friendly option.
