Travel potty – some fold out and have disposable bags inside that can be tied and binned after use, while others can be carried like a bag, opened up for use and then emptied into a public loo. My daughter is the type of kid who wants to do everything mommy does, so it really helped for her to have her own little potty that looked so similar to the regular-size toilet,” says Christine Mattheis, What’s to Expect’s VP, Content. “It was very easy to use and to clean.”

We like that the removable bowl makes for easy cleaning, and the contoured design of the bowl prevents any dirt or other germs from hiding in unwanted places. Once you’ve washed it with soap and water, liquid simply pours out of the side spout for mess-free cleaning. Not only is this a versatile potty chair by its own design, but we also think it's versatile for both potty training beginners and advanced kiddos. Our editors and their kiddos tested 22 potty chairs and seats in the comfort of their home, assessing each on several attributes, such as stability, ease of cleaning, design, and overall value. We also consulted with Arthur Lavin, MD, FAAP, a pediatrician at Akron Children's Hospital in Ohio, for guidance on toilet training for both kiddos and parents/caregivers. Over-the-toilet seat: Many parents say that getting their child used to using the big toilet is easier when they start training with an over-the-toilet seat. These may also come with an attached ladder or step stool. There’s less cleanup involved because their mess goes right into the toilet to be flushed. Still, you’ll have to remove it when you go to the bathroom. I carried a Potette and liners everywhere I went.’ - recommended by Mumsnet user, TheLovelinessOfDemons Before you say goodbye to diapers forever, equip your little one with a solid potty chair or seat for the journey ahead. Some kids may begin potty training as early as 18 months, but readiness is critical for a successful journey. Whether you prefer a stand-alone potty, a toilet insert, or a combination of both, we put 22 of them through multiple tests to find the best potty chairs and seats for your child.

8. Best fun potty: My Carry Potty

You can't test a potty chair without also documenting how easy it is to clean, so that's exactly what we did after our kids used the potty chairs and seats. We also made notes on the effectiveness of the splash guards and whether the potty seat was easy to empty and clean. For potty chairs and seats that required disposable bags, we paid attention to whether it was easy to remove without making a mess. Potty training can be messy business so, naturally, chairs and seats that were easy and uncomplicated to clean naturally scored higher than those that weren't.

With the Step-on-Up Toilet Trainer Seat your child can easily place the steps in front of the toilet, step on up and comfortably complete their business in style. Freestanding training toilet: These basically miniature toilets that some children love because they get excited about having their own place to go — and some even make flushing sounds. However, these take up more room and require more cleanup. In addition to the great design that won over both kids and parents, it's easy to clean since the seat goes directly on the full-sized toilet (however, that does mean it needs to be taken off the toilet and stored somewhere when adults need to use the bathroom).You get your child used to their potty. Then, you step out of the house to a different one - and it can be a whooole new board game. A great solution is a portable potty, like this My Carry Potty, designed to be used at home and on the go - which aids routine. It’s sturdy enough to be a main potty thanks to the non-slip feet, splash guard and large, comfortable seat; but it also folds up like a travel bag with a carry handle, so it can be taken to nursery, Grandma’s house or even to the shops with you.

We had a carry potty, which is brilliant. They are expensive but ours has never leaked, it is easy to clean and at a comfortable height for our lo.’ - recommended by Mumsnet user, Gertrudetheadelie Our verdict Potette! You’re right- not especially eco (but then disposable nappies aren’t either if you’ve been using those). It’s worth having one for emergencies, and also useful as a seat on put on to toilets so that they don’t fall in/ need holding.’ - recommended by Mumsnet user, PatchworkElmer Safety: For potty training seats that sit on the floor, make sure there is some sort of non-skid padding on the bottom so that the seat doesn’t slide out from under your child. It also shouldn’t tip over or move easily when pushed. The same goes for potty training seats that go on top of your toilet: You should look for those with non-slip edges for a secure fit. That’s why we’ve done the work for you and spent time researching and reading advice from real parents - including our trusted Mumsnetters - to collate a selection of products what we think are the best potty products currently available to buy in the UK. There’s something for every budget and every home, as well as some options for travel and more. Strength and honour, mums! The best potty training seat is the one that your child will use consistently. For my oldest, a freestanding training toilet worked wonderfully, but my younger son preferred an insert seat with handles and a stool to use the big toilet on his own right from the start. It’s really whatever works best for your child. “Parents can absolutely feel free to mix and match approaches,” says Dr. Eaker.

5. Best potty training seat: IKEA Tossig Toilet Seat

to 4.7 stars: These potty chairs are excellent—they might have minor flaws, but we still recommend them. When your little one is ready to transition to the big toilet, you can easily put the topper on there, flip the base over and use it as a step stool, which can be great tool for potty training. “If a child’s legs dangle without support, many will tighten their leg and pelvic floor muscles to brace themselves which does not facilitate complete bladder emptying,” says Dr. Eaker. I have always used the IKEA ones – they’re brilliant’ - recommended by Mumsnet user, Mol1628 Our verdict Please be aware that we currently cannot arrange for delivery of this product to the following postcodes: AB, FK, HS, IV, KA, KW, PA, PH, ZE, LL58-LL78, IM, TR, BT, PO30-41. Anything of a nature that for hygiene or associated health and safety - this includes the Outdoor Spas, Mattresses and Divan Sets

One training potty that both What to Expect staff and community members rave about is the Summer My Size Potty Pro. Because this training seat looks so much like a real toilet, parents say their tots actually got excited to use it. It makes potty training convenient for your child by providing a comfortable seat that’s their size and even a realistic flushing sound as a reward for using the potty. At my first baby shower, I was given a potty training seat by my older cousin, who was wise in the ways of toddlerhood. “You won’t know you need it until you need it,” she told me. I was perplexed by the tiny toilet at the time, but once my oldest started showing signs he was ready to start potty training, my cousin’s gift was already set up, ready and waiting. The potty training toilet was a staple in our bathroom for nearly two years at that point, so my toddler felt super comfortable approaching it. Now, a potty training seat is my go-to baby shower gift — having the right one on hand when it’s time to potty train just makes everything easier.

To help motivate your child to use the potty, let them participate in the selection of their potty seat. “This is a nice and easy way to engage your child in the process of taking over care of their own poop and pee to achieve ‘toilet mastery,’” explains Arthur Lavin, MD, FAAP, a pediatrician at Akron Children's Hospital in Ohio. In addition to your child’s readiness, the two most important things to consider is the type of potty training chair you need and how easy it is to clean. If your family spends much time traveling, you’ll want a portable option to take with you. Also, consider extra features like flushing sounds, music, and lights to encourage kids to use the potty seat. As well as thinking about which type of potty will suit your toddler best (see below), it’s worth considering size and where it’s going to live. If you have a tiny bathroom, for example, something that can be hung on the wall or sit neatly in the corner might be a good idea. Think, too, about how long you want to use it for. If you’re aiming to use the potty as a short step to a toilet training seat, something small and budget-friendly will suffice. But if you think the potty might be a longer-term prospect, or if your toddler is on the taller side, consider a sturdy potty with plenty of height so that their knees aren’t round their ears when using the loo. Many potties also have inserts, which can be removed for easy emptying, or pour functions that prevent dribbles when emptying contents into the loo. We have the IKEA Toilet Seat. My three-and-a-half-year-old isn't small, but she uses it and will do for a long while yet I imagine’ - tried and tested by Mumsnet user, teaandbiscuitsforme While some travel potty chairs require you to buy disposable potty bags, we like that this one has that option (they're sold separately), but also works with regular bags. And we like that you can store extra bags under the seat. We took it to the playground every weekend while testing and it made potty breaks seamless when editors weren't in the comfort of their own home.