For this page, I have put together a collection of the best roller skates for kids currently available. For more top picks and best buys see our best outdoor toys guides.
Our Top Picks
- Best Overall: FireStar Youth Roller Skates
- Best For Girls: Roller Derby Girl's Trac Skates
- Best For Boys: Heelys Boy's Propel Skate Shoes
- Best For Younger Kids: Xootz Kids Quad Skates
- Best Inline Roller Skates: Meteor Kids Inline Skates
- Best Inline With Light Up Wheels: Papaison Inline Skates With Full Light Up Wheels
- Best Roller Skates With Light Up Wheels: No products found.
- Best Budget Option: Osprey Kids Adjustable Roller Skates
- Best Adjustable Roller Skates: The Magic Toy Shop 4 Wheel Adjustable Quad Roller Skates
- Best Retro Style: Rio Roller Kids Milkshake Roller Skates
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These are today’s top deals and bestsellers for roller skates for kids.
Kids enjoy roller skating and its a great activity to keep them entertained when outside.
We’ve picked the best roller skates for kids available, all of which have excellent 5/5 star ratings and customer reviews.
Also see my top picks for the best kids slides and best garden games.
Let’s get started!
FireStar Youth Roller Skates
- These stylish skates are comfortable with their padded collar and sport design.
- Lace up with a power strap so child’s feet feel secure.
- Available in white/mint, white/pink, pink camo.
- Available in sizes UK Jnr 13- UK 3.
- Fabulous reviews. From 7,802 ratings 82% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
Roller Derby Girl’s Trac Skates
- With adjustable sizing to accommodate growing feet, these skates are lightweight and easy to put on with no laces and easy fit buckles.
- Great for both beginner and intermediate roller skaters.
- Available in sizes UK Jnr 11 – UK 5.
- Very good reviews. From 3,951 ratings 79% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
Heelys Boy’s Propel Skate Shoes
- These trainer-style skates are really popular amongst kids.
- They come in a wide range of colours and styles.
- They look like a normal trainer, but they have a wheel in the sole so kids can skate around easily. The wheel can also be removed if they want to wear them as normal trainers.
- Available in sizes UK Child 1 – UK 13.
- Excellent reviews. From 2,487 ratings 81% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
Xootz Kids Quad Skates
- These affordable beginners skates are ideal for younger kids who want to learn to skate.
- The high impact PP, ankle support, stable design and PVC stopper make the skates safe to learn on.
- Available in sizes UK Child 9-12 and UK Child 13-3.
- Good reviews. From 677 ratings 77% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
Meteor Kids Inline Skates
- These inline skates are made of durable material and will last for ages.
- They have triple closure laces, velcro strap and adjustable buckle, plus a handy carrying loop.
- With a back wheel brake.
- Available in 14 colours and designs.
- Available in sizes S, M.
- Excellent reviews. From 1,137 ratings 73% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
Papaison Inline Skates With Full Light Up Wheels
- Kids will love these inline skates with illuminating wheels that lights up automatically when you start to skate.
- Each size is adjustable so there is room for growing feet.
- Available in colours blue/grey, pink/grey, yellow/black.
- Available in sizes S, M, L.
- Very good reviews. From 1,476 ratings 79% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
Crazy Skates Dream Roller Skates With LED Light-up Wheels
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- Funky black roller skates with shimmering rainbow collars, rainbow laces, rainbow stitching and glittery toe stops.
- Perfect for a roller disco!
- With 4 LED light-up wheels which are motion activated and need no batteries.
- Available in sizes EU 29- 38
- Also available in pink.
- No products found.. From 303 ratings 87% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
Osprey Kids Adjustable Roller Skates
- These bright roller skates are comfortable and adjustable for beginners.
- They have a padded boot liner with easy slide adjustable straps.
- With front toe stop.
- Great budget option.
- Available in sizes Child S, M, L.
- Good reviews. From 4,626 ratings 71% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
The Magic Toy Shop Adjustable Quad Roller Skates
- These adjustable skates combine comfort with practical size adjustment making them perfect for kids with growing feet.
- Kids will love the bright, funky patterns.
- Available in colours blue, pink, red and purple.
- Available in sizes S, M, L.
- Great reviews. From 1,624 ratings 78% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
Rio Roller Kids Milkshake Roller Skates
- These retro style fashion skates were launched in the nineties and still look uber cool.
- The trainer boot style in pastel colours is hard to resist.
- Velcro straps give extra support to the ankles.
- Multicoloured (Mint, Berry) and Pink (Cotton Candy).
- Available in sizes EU 33-37.
- Excellent reviews. From 82 ratings 83% of buyers gave this 5/5 stars.
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FAQ’s Roller Skates For Kids
What kind of roller skates are best for beginners?
Quad skates are best for beginners as they have four chunky wheels and front brakes, so are easier to balance on than inline skates.
What is a good age to start roller skating?
Kids can get their first pair of roller skates from around the age of three or four.
What is the difference between roller skates and inline skates?
Roller skates have two front wheels and two back wheels and inline skates have the wheels set out in a single line (like ice skates).
What is the recommended safety gear for roller skating?
Helmet, knee pads, elbow pads and wrist guards.
