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The best trampolines for kids, tried and tested by families

Which are the best children’s trampolines? We've picked the ones best rated by our child and parent testers, in a range of sizes and prices, for different ages from toddler to teen.

Published: June 26, 2026 at 10:40 AM

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Whether you have space for a large family trampoline or you're looking for a compact first trampoline for a younger child, a good trampoline can be a brilliant way to encourage outdoor play, burn off energy and make the most of the garden during warmer weather.

From big 12ft and 15ft garden trampolines to smaller indoor-outdoor options for younger children, our child testers have put a range of trampolines through their paces. We’ve included spring-free designs, in-ground trampolines, oval trampolines, netted trampolines and even a trampoline with a built-in misting feature for hot-weather bouncing.

Keep reading for our pick of the best trampolines for kids, plus advice on choosing the right size, shape and safety features for your garden.

Best trampolines for kids at a glance

How did we choose the best trampolines?

Our Best lists are compiled by qualified and experienced parenting journalists. They rely on a number of sources, including our independent reviews, testing undertaken during the MadeForMums Toy Awards, and feedback from our home testing panel and MadeForMums Club. Each year thousands of products are put through their paces by hundreds of parents across the country on behalf of MadeForMums, to ensure we’re bringing you honest and true reviews and recommendations. To select this list of best trampolines for kids, we looked at size, assembly, safety features, age suitability and value for money. Our list is not an ordered ranking; instead it is a carefully selected group of tried-and-tested products, each of which we believe is best for a different situation or requirement. We don’t just tell you what is best, we help you discover what is best for your family.

How do the best trampolines for kids compare?

ProductBest forPriceAgeSizeAssembled sizeFrameNetting includedMaximum user weightWarrantyBuild timePlum Play 4ft Junior Mini TrampolineIndoor-outdoor trampolinefrom £64.993+4ftL122cm x W122cm x H188cmGalvanised steelYes40kg1 year2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)Springfree 8ft Compact Round TrampolineSafety features£1,0953+8ftL122cm x W122cm x H230cmPowder-coated galvanised steelYes80kg10 years2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)Fisher-Price Junior Trampoline by SportspowerYounger kids£353+W81cm x D81cm x H82cmPowder-coated steelNo25kg2 years (1 year fabric)1 hour (approx.)Plum 8ft Wave Springsafe Trampoline and Enclosure with MistWater feature£479.996+8ftL240cm x W240cm x H210cmGalvanised and white powder-coated steelYes50kg1 year2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)Galactica 12ft Trampoline Set With EnclosureValue large trampoline£179.993+12ftW366cm x H366cmNot specifiedYes150kgNot specified2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)TP UP 4.5ft Junior TrampolineValue trampoline£99.993+4.5ftW139cm x H188cmSteelYes40kg1 year2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)Plum 8ft In-Ground Trampoline with NetIn-ground trampoline£367.996+8ft244cm diameter x H22cm above ground (150cm with enclosure)Galvanised steelYes75kgFrame 5 years; mat and pad 2 years; other parts 1 year2.5 hours with 2 adults (approx.) — plus diggingJumpPRO 15ft x 10ft Xcite Oval Trampoline with EnclosureLarge families£6296+15ft x 10ftL458cm x W305cm x H270cmGalvanised steelYes150kg1 year2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)TP Up 8ft TrampolineAll-round trampoline£159.996+8ftW244cm x H246cmGalvanised steelYes50kg1 year2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)

Best trampolines for kids in 2026

Plum Play 4ft Junior Mini Trampoline, £99.99

Best for: Indoor-outdoor use

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Plum 4ft trampoline

Why we chose it: Small enough for indoor use but sturdy enough for outdoors, this is a practical first trampoline for little kids.

What we like

What to keep in mind

FieldPlum Play 4ft Junior Mini TrampolinePricefrom £64.99Build time2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)Best forBest indoor-outdoor trampolineAge3+Size4ftAssembled sizeL122cm x W122cm x H188cmFrameGalvanised steelNetting includedYesMaximum user weight40kgWarranty1 year

Sturdy and robust enough to be used outdoors, but small enough for indoor use too, this is a great first trampoline for little kids, with a dinky 4ft diameter.

Available from: Amazon, Plum Play and Robert Dyas

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Springfree 8ft Compact Round Trampoline, £1,095

Best for: Safety features

springfree compact round trampoline with child tester

Why we chose it: This premium trampoline removes traditional springs and hard frame edges from the jumping area.

What we like

What to keep in mind

Key SpecsSpringfree 8ft Compact Round TrampolineBest forBest safety featuresBuild time2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)Price£1,095Age3+Size8ftAssembled sizeL122cm x W122cm x H230cmFramePowder-coated galvanised steelNetting includedYesMaximum user weight80kgWarranty10 years

The Springfree range of trampolines is specifically engineered to eliminate trampoline-related injuries. Most injuries occur when a child's fingers or feet get caught in the metal springs and/or when a child collides with the frame, so on this trampoline flexible composite rods tether the mat from underneath to the frame below. The flexible net rods bow out, unlike your usual straight, hard-metal poles, and the zipped enclosure has its own flexible supports to cushion jumpers and prevent falls.

These safety features also produce a better jumping experience. The lack of springs means more jumping space, with this 8ft trampoline offering a jumping surface equivalent to that of a 10ft trampoline with springs. There’s no need for padding around the edge; instead, there’s a soft edge mat that’s far more shock absorbent.

Available from: Springfree, B&Q

Fisher-Price Junior Trampoline by Sportspower, £39.99

Best for: Younger kids

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Why we chose it: A colourful indoor-outdoor trampoline that gives energetic younger children a safe, contained space to bounce, play and burn off energy.

Fisher-Price Junior Trampoline by Sportspower tester picture and product shot

For kids who are high energy and enjoy being active, this trampoline is amazing. This has been the first and last thing both of my children have used each day since it arrived.

Bridget, mum of our child tester Margot, 4

What we like

What to keep in mind

Key SpecsFisher-Price Junior Trampoline by SportspowerPrice£35Best forYounger kidsAge3+Assembled sizeW81cm x D81cm x H82cmFramePowder-coated steelNetting includedNoMaximum user weight25kgWarranty2 years (1 year fabric)Build time1 hour

This Fisher-Price Junior Trampoline by Sportspower is designed as a first trampoline for younger children, with a padded frame and handle, non-slip feet and a UV-resistant bounce mat suitable for indoor or outdoor use.

Parent testers found it especially good for energetic children, helping redirect jumping away from furniture and adding fun to games like obstacle courses and "the floor is lava". Assembly can be fiddly, particularly fitting the elastics, and the folding handle doesn’t make storage quite as easy as expected.

Available from: ASDA

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Galactica 12ft Trampoline Set With Enclosure, £179.99

Best for: Value large trampoline

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Galactica 12ft trampoline

Why we chose it: At under £200, this 12ft trampoline gives families plenty of bouncing space for the price.

What we like

What to keep in mind

Key SpecsGalactica 12ft Trampoline Set With EnclosurePrice£179.99Build time2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)Best forBest value large trampolineAge3+Size12ftAssembled sizeW366cm x H366cmFrameNot specifiedNetting includedYesMaximum user weight150kgWarrantyNot specified

Priced at under £200, this 12ft trampoline is great value and offers plenty of space for a child of any age to get their bounce on. The addition of a ladder helps smaller kids climb up, but do make sure it's securely placed and fitted in the garden so they can do so safely.

There's a UV-resistant net, a strong spring cover to prolong its life, and ultra-thick steel pipes to keep everything where it's meant to be. If the size isn't quite right, the same model is sold in 6, 8, 10 and 14ft versions too.

Available from: Amazon, The Range, B&Q

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TP UP 4.5ft Junior Trampoline, £99.99

Best for: Value trampoline

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TP trampoline

TP Toys

Why we chose it: This small trampoline is an affordable pick for younger children and smaller gardens.

What we like

What to keep in mind

Key SpecsTP UP 4.5ft Junior TrampolinePrice£99.99Build time2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)Best forBest-value trampolineAge3+Size4.5ftAssembled sizeW139cm x H188cmFrameSteelNetting includedYesMaximum user weight40kgWarranty1 year

This small but perfectly formed trampoline is ideal for families with small gardens, smallish children and smallish budgets. It’s one of the most affordable options we have seen and it only needs 1 adult to assemble it.

Available from: Argos, John Lewis, TP Toys

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Plum 8ft In-Ground Trampoline, £299.99

Best for: In-ground trampoline

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A collage showing a boy jumping on the Plum 8ft Circular In-Ground Trampoline and the product shot in a studio

Why we chose it: This in-ground option is a more discreet choice for families who don't want a large freestanding trampoline dominating the garden.

This trampoline is big enough for our Stanley and a friend or 2, so we add the enclosure when there are children visiting. But without the net, it looks, we feel, so much nicer than having a trampoline stood in the garden.

Jessica, mum to our child tester Stanley, 6

What we like

What to keep in mind

Key SpecsPlum 8ft In-Ground Trampoline with NetPrice£367.99Best forBest in-ground trampolineAge6+Size8ftAssembled size244cm diameter x H22cm above ground; with enclosure 150cmFrameGalvanised steelNetting includedYesMaximum user weight75kgWarrantyFrame 5 years; mat and pad 2 years; other parts 1 yearBuild time2.5 hours not including digging; 2 adults

Built-in trampolines tend to be more expensive than freestanding versions but this Plum model offers strong features at a reasonable price. Below ground, the thick, double galvanised steel frame is built to last, while above ground, thick UV-resistant, weather-proof pads cover the edge where the trampoline meets the lawn.

This trampoline has shorter-than-usual legs, so you won’t have to dig as far down as you might think when installing it into the ground.

Available from: Amazon, Robert Dyas and Plum

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JumpPRO 15ft x 10ft Xcite Oval Trampoline with Enclosure, £509

Best for: Large families

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Studio shot of the JumpPRO 15ft x 10ft Xcite Green Oval Trampoline with Enclosure

Why we chose it: This large oval trampoline offers generous jumping space and a very high maximum user weight.

What we like

What to keep in mind

Key SpecsJumpPRO 15ft x 10ft Xcite Oval Trampoline with EnclosurePrice£629Best forBest for large familiesAge6+Size15ft x 10ftAssembled sizeL458cm x W305cm x H270cmFrameGalvanised steelNetting includedYesMaximum user weight150kgWarranty1 yearBuild time2 hours with 2 adults

This oval-shaped trampoline offers an impressive 14ft x 9ft of jumping space within its 15ft x 10ft footprint and, like a rectangular trampoline, is easier to fit into the corner of a garden than a round one. The sturdy frame has foam-padded poles that secure the black netting and protect bouncers from the springs and the hard edge of the mat.

Shape aside, what makes this trampoline stand out is its particularly high weight limit of 150kg, which is 23 stone, so it's great for large families and adventurous parents. It also has 2 distinct bouncing areas, which helps stop children who are bouncing at the same time from colliding with each other or drifting onto the springs.

There's no ladder, but it's not too high to climb for a 6 year old. The mesh enclosure shuts with buckles, as well as a zip, which is a bit fiddly for children who are desperate just to get bouncing.

Available from: Amazon

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TP Up 8ft Trampoline, £159.99

Best for: All-round trampoline

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TP Toys trampoline

TP Toys

Why we chose it: This good-value 8ft trampoline is a solid all-rounder for families who want decent bounce space without taking over the garden.

What we like

What to keep in mind

Key SpecsTP Up 8ft TrampolinePrice£159.99Best forBest all-round trampolineAge6+Size8ftAssembled sizeW244cm x H246cmFrameGalvanised steelNetting includedYesMaximum user weight50kgWarranty1 yearBuild time2 hours with 2 adults (approx.)

This TP Toys trampoline is a great all-rounder. It's good value and a good size for jumping without taking up the entire garden. It benefits from TP's innovative no-zip door entry, which reduces strain on the net overall, and gets the professional seal of approval: Olympic gold medallist Bryony Page uses TP trampolines.

Available from: TP Toys

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What to look for when buying a trampoline

Size

Before you buy, make sure to carefully measure the space in your garden, so you can get an idea of how much room you've really got for a trampoline. Trampolines generally range from 6ft to 14ft, not including the outer springs and padding, and then you need to factor in some space around it, too.

"We recommend a 2m safety perimeter around the trampoline, if possible," says David Woodman, Head of QA and Product Development at Plum Play. "Make sure the trampoline is placed away from obstructions such as sheds and trees, too."

Shape

Most trampolines are round, rectangular or oval. Round trampolines have typically been the most popular for children as they have a 'bounce to the centre' effect that encourages the jumper back to the centre of the bounce mat. This is a good safety feature, so long as there's only one person jumping at a time, which is always what's officially recommended.

Rectangular and oval trampolines, however, have multiple bounce areas depending on their size. This means the jumper stays in their 'zone' rather than being guided into the centre, so 2 children jumping together are less likely to collide. It’s also worth bearing in mind the shape of your garden: round trampolines tend to take up the most space relative to the jumping space they provide, whereas oval and rectangular trampolines can fit into corners or narrow gardens while still providing plenty of jump space.

Safety

All the trampolines we've selected are safe but some have more safety features than others. Some have super-secure enclosures, for example, or spring-free designs that eliminate pinch points where feet could get trapped.

It's also worth considering how easily and quickly you can make the trampoline safe during a storm. "We would always recommend that you dismantle a trampoline prior to periods of high wind," explains David Woodman.

Age and weight limits

Always check the manufacturer’s age and maximum user weight guidance before buying. Smaller trampolines may be designed for younger children only, while larger garden trampolines can have higher weight limits but still need careful supervision. It’s also worth checking whether the trampoline is designed for one child at a time, as this is usually the safest way to use it.

Durability and warranty

Price is, of course, always a factor but do weigh up how much good quality is worth. A kids’ trampoline has to withstand quite a bashing. Some brands provide excellent warranties and/or are made from superior materials that withstand UV better and deteriorate less quickly.

In-ground or overground?

If you’re looking for a trampoline that's more discreet, you could go with an in-ground option that is set into the ground. Keep in mind you'll have to do quite a lot of digging to install it properly – and then it's not something you'll want to dig up for a bit.

If you're going for an above-ground option, think about the surface you have to put it on. Grass is always better and more forgiving if your child stumbles off, and some trampolines are only suitable for use on grass. If your surface area is very uneven, look for a trampoline with legs you can adjust.

Maintenance

An investment like a trampoline needs to be carefully maintained throughout the year to ensure it's safe to use in the months ahead.

"Warning signs to look out for," says David Woodman, "include holes or sagging in the jumping mat, loose stitching or deterioration in the jumping mat, bent or broken frame parts, rusting, damaged springs and deterioration on the enclosure net and safety pad.”

How can children use a trampoline safely in hot weather?

During warm weather, try to position the trampoline away from direct sun where possible, or encourage children to bounce earlier in the morning or later in the afternoon when temperatures are cooler. Trampoline mats and frames can get hot in strong sunlight, so check the surface before children start jumping.

Make sure children take regular breaks, drink plenty of water and wear sun cream if they’re bouncing outside. It’s also important to follow the trampoline’s age, weight and safety guidance, keep the enclosure zipped while in use, and supervise children while they jump.

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Gabrielle NathanContributor

Gabrielle Nathan has been a journalist for 20 years, writing lifestyle features for publications including Red, Women’s Health, Wildflower and Condé Nast Traveller. She has been writing about parenting since 2012, the year she became a mum.

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