Wondering which tree swing to buy? Wonder no more! Use this handy comparison chart to compare tree swings by size, price, rating, weight capacity, special features and more…
Tree Swings |
Price (approx) | Rating 1-5 |
Height (w/ included rope) |
Seat Dimensions | Weight Capacity | Special Features |
Swurfer
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$129-139 | 4.8 | 20 feet | 33″ x 10″ | 250 lbs | Use to improve surfing & other board sport skills. Swing back & forth or side to side. Assembly required. See Swurfer Swing Review |
Web Swing |
$85-95 | 4.8 | 5 feet | 39″ diameter | 600 lbs | Swings and Spins. Holds multiple kids at once. Comes fully assembled with 2 steel monster clips at top of hanging ropes for easy install. Optional Tree Straps. See Web Swing Review |
Tarzan Tire Swing |
$120-130 | 4.8 | 5.5 feet | 40″ diameter | 250 lbs |
Can hang from one point or two, kids can hang legs through middle, padded outer frame. See Tarzan Tire Swing Review |
Giant Saucer Swing |
$85-100 | 4.8 | 6 feet | 40″ diameter | 250 lbs | Can hang from one point or two, made of durable, weatherproof oxford fabric & mesh. See Giant Saucer Review |
Hammock Chair Swing |
$30-50 | 4.4 | 4 feet | fabric 40″ x 50″ | 265 lbs | Comes with 2 cushions, comfortable cotton-polyester fabric, machine washable, optional chair stand available, comes in 4+ different colors. See Hammock Chair Swing Review |
Platform Swing |
$135-150 | 4.8 | 8 feet | 30″ x 40″ | 250 lbs | Swings and spins. Assembly required. Use swing hanging kit to attach to tree. See Platform Swing Review |
Spinner Swing |
$60-70 | 4.8 | 10 feet | 27″ diameter | 200 lbs | Swings and spins. Comes fully assembled. Tree swing hanging kit included free. See Spinner Swing Review |
Wooden Tree Swings |
$65+ | 4.7 | Varies | 24″ x 9″ | 250 lbs | Swing sold in many lengths, buy according to length you need. Ends of rope has eyelets for easy hanging. How to hang. See Wooden Swing Review |
Horse Tire Swing |
$60-$80 | 4.6 | 53″ | Approx 11″ wide | 175 lbs | Recycled tire shaped into horse. For younger children ages 3-10. See also Tractor Swing for boys. See Tractor Swing Review |
Skycurve Platform Swing |
$150-170 | 4.3 | 5 feet | 60″ x 32″ | 400 lbs | Stand, sit or lay on it, large enough for 4 kids to play on. See Skycurve Review |
Notes on Tree Swing Kits
1. Many of these tree swing packages can also be attached to a swing set instead of hung from a tree. For example, the platform, web and spinner swings can be used this way.
2. Most tree swing packages will require a tow strap or tree hanging kit to attach the swing securely to a branch. This is simple and inexpensive to do. Find out how to hang a swing here.
3. Of course, tree swings make great outdoor entertainment for kids in virtually any front or backyard. However, they make great portable toys too. For example, you may want to take your tree swing on your next camping trip.
4. Chair-like swings like the Hammock Chair or the Teardrop Hanging Chair make great indoor swings too. In fact, I used to have a chair hammock chair swing in my room when I was a kid. I loved doing my homework in it.
5. You don’t need to be a kid to enjoy a fun swing under a tree. With a comfortable place to sit, I go outside more often, I read more and sometimes take naps. Plus, I get a healthy dose of Vitamin D from the sunshine which helps me sleep better at night.