Backyard Swings and Playsets

The little one has arrived, or you’ve got a pair and need some entertainment. Don’t fret, here is all you’ll need to know regarding backyard swings and playsets.

Best on a Budget

Let’s face it, little ones don’t come cheap. It’s safe to say the phrase, “wow, I thought kids would be more expensive to maintain but little Tommy is a downright bargain,” has never been uttered. Ever.

Kids are costly, they’re also fun and rewarding, and they take money. So, when it comes to a backyard setup, perhaps the best and the brightest isn’t going to arrive as quickly as little Tommy might desire. If that’s the case, the Step2 Naturally Playful Playhouse Climber & Swing Extension (& Ramp with a Yellow Box and … we kid, but the title is a bit ridiculous) is the set for you. This bad boy designed especially for your good boy and/or girl is modern looking, super durable, and as low maintenance as they come. It boasts double-wall poly construction (sounds solid enough), and while geared at the smaller ones don’t be surprised to see some 7- year-olds scaling about.

Best Wooden Set

Some folks like to keep it traditional, and you can’t get more traditional than the Winchester Wood Complete Play Set. Talk about the talk of the block. Got a neighbor that won’t shut his trap about his state-of-the-art lawnmower or killer tool set that he uses every Saturday to tinker on his 64 Mustang? Blow said creep out the water with the Winchester and wait for him to shrug and slink back to his garage.

This puppy takes some installation, no doubt, but it’s rather self-explanatory and with over 400 amazing customer reviews and an average online rating of 3.9 stars, you could definitely do worse. This specific set is ideal for kids 3 to 10 years of age and here’s a bonus – the slide comes with a lifetime warranty!

Best Metal Set

While some people are woodsy, love that timber feel, get down with all things natural and bark-like, others take an alternative route. The hardness of metal still attracts, easy as pie to maintain and sturdier than nearly anything else. Another metal brownie point is you can paint it, so you don’t need to stick with a uniform, drab look.

You get all of these perks with the Lifetime Big Stuff Adventure Play Set. Why is “lifetime” in the title? You guessed it, once this set is purchased no need to look anywhere else. Coming strong with a climbing wall, two swings, trapeze bar and of course a slide, this set is powder-coated steel ladies and gentlemen. Don’t know what that means, it doesn’t matter, it’s dependable and very weather resistant. Moreover, the edges are rounded to protect little heads from crashing into the sides. The layout is also unique and does not require cement or digging.

All marvelous sets! Your kids are waiting for you, time to step up to the playset plate and hit it out of the park.