Playsets can be a wonderful part of childhood! They give kids a place to run around, climb, and be active while allowing them to use their imagination as they pretend to be pirates, superheroes, or whatever else they can dream up (Shimmer and Shine is popular in our home at the moment).
Play sets can help kids develop physical skills, social skills, and even cognitive skills. Play sets come in all shapes and sizes but in our opinion, should always have at least one slide. Some play sets include swings, tables, kitchens, sandboxes, climbing walls, ropes, monkey bars and more.
You may want to choose a set with more than just the basics if you have older kids who will also be playing on it (or want it to be useful for longer) – maybe a clubhouse with multiple levels for kids to climb on or a ship with masts to navigate by climbing ropes.
The best playset for your yard really depends on your budget and the size of your yard, but also on how many kids will be playing on it at once. A playset with multiple levels gives younger siblings something lower to reach from when older siblings are playing too, so everyone gets their turn quickly without having to wait in line too long (or fight).
How We Choose
We’ve reviewed the best sets around to help you find the perfect addition to your yard. These sets are designed for smaller spaces, so they take up less room and offer plenty of fun activities. They also come with safety features to keep your kids safe while they play.
Look at our top picks below and find the perfect swing set for your family’s needs!
Gorilla Playsets 01-0061-AP Chateau Tower Wooden Play Tower with Wood Roof, Slide, and Climbing Wall, Brown
If you have very limited space in your small yard and need a simple swing set solution, consider going for just swings or a stand-alone slide, that’ll still be fun for your kids without taking up too much room in small yards.