phil&teds Lobster

The phil&teds Lobster clip-on feeding seat gives parents a way to feed babies at the table or countertop in a highly portable package that most find secure and easy to use. The Lobster is an upgrade of phil&teds popular MeToo (*Est. $50) hook-on chair, which is a simpler design.

Safer than other hook-ons

Weight rated to 37 pounds, parents and reviewers find the phil&teds Lobster strong and sturdy when properly installed. The Lobster hooks onto table or counter edges with claw-like clamps that twist on and off with a generously sized handle. Unlike other hook-on feeding chairs, the phil&teds Lobster includes a five-point harness that will prevent the child from climbing up and out of the seat. The Lobster feeding chair has a metal frame that surrounds the infant with good back support.

Seat fabric can be removed for thorough cleaning

The phil&teds Lobster hook-on seat has a thick fabric seat that can be wiped clean. The Lobster's seat fabric can be removed from the frame for more thorough hand washing. The phil&teds Lobster comes with a tray that is secured under the clamps to ensure baby can't pick it up and dump it. But some parents say the tray still doesn't secure well and children can slide it around the table. The seat can also be used without the tray.

A take anywhere high chair  brings the baby to the table

Thanks to its fold-flat design and included carry bag, the phil&teds Lobster is a highly portable option for travel and dining out. The Lobster also works well for parents who want to feed their child at the table and conserve floor space. Thanks to its sturdy clamps, the Lobster requires considerably less table depth for attachment than other hook-ons, and therefore may be useable with more tables and countertops.

Safety certified; typical warranty coverage

The Lobster seat is safety certified and carries a one year warranty against defects.

The bottom line

The phil&teds Lobster provides a great seating option where space is at a premium and for travel or eating out. The seat folds down easily so that you can take it anywhere and store it anywhere. This, along with its very reasonable price, makes it the best reviewed choice in our portable high chair category.