rabbit.reviews88Consensus score
How strongly 2 sources agree — expert labs and real owners, with community voices weighted heavier. Not one reviewer’s opinion; the pattern across all of them.
Buy it if
- Low stand-over height and 12-inch wheels boost confidence for new riders
- Intuitive rear coaster brakes—kids pedal backward to stop, no hand strength needed
- Parent handle under seat allows kids to ride without training wheels with adult support
Skip it if
- Heavier than balance bikes at 15 lbs 12 oz, requires more effort to pedal
- Coaster brakes are a stepping stone—kids eventually need to learn hand brakes
- Limited to ages 2–5 before needing to upsize
“It allows children to have just a bit more confidence to pedal without training wheels. The rear coaster brakes on the REV 12 are intuitive and easy to pick up (just pedal backward).”REI Bike Mechanic
What owners love
- Low stand-over height and 12-inch wheels boost confidence for new riders
- Intuitive rear coaster brakes—kids pedal backward to stop, no hand strength needed
- Parent handle under seat allows kids to ride without training wheels with adult support
- Full-length chain guard prevents pants from getting tangled
The recurring gripe
- Heavier than balance bikes at 15 lbs 12 oz, requires more effort to pedal
- Coaster brakes are a stepping stone—kids eventually need to learn hand brakes