woom offers this bike in three sizes (NOW 4, 5, and 6) for kids from 44” to 65” tall.
Each NOW build has a clearly defined age and height range and size-specific wheels, Q-factor, crank length, saddle, handlebar width, and gearing.
The bike comes with fenders, dynamo-powered lights, a bell, a foldable front rack rated for 22lb, and a small frame bag.
Kids enjoy the upright riding position and how easy it is to reach the handlebars.
Parents commend the stopping power from the Promax hydraulic disc brakes.
The child-specific brake levers are reach-adjustable.
Experts praise the puncture-resistant Schwalbe Big Apple tires for providing a smooth ride on pavement and light trails.
Kids find the NOW stable when carrying gear, but it’s not as nimble as other woom models, according to an expert.
Experts appreciate the strong resale value of woom bikes. The company also has a trade-in program that requires a one-time fee.
woom provides a 10-year warranty on the frame, fork, handlebars, cranks, and stem.

6 reasons not to buy

Parents complain the microSHIFT grip shifter is stiff and difficult for kids to twist.
Weighing 23.6 to 28.3lb, the NOW is heavy for this price point due to the accessories.
Kids find climbing a challenge, especially when carrying gear.
Reviewers say the single-sided kickstand is unstable.
A tester complains the rack on their kid’s NOW 5 rattles after just 18 months.
When loaded, the front rack blocks the view of the front wheel, which kids may need time to adjust to.

Bottom line

woom’s NOW is a kids' utility bike available in three sizes for children aged 6 to 14 (44” to 65” tall). Each build has size-specific components and geometry. Kids love the upright riding position, integrated bell, and stable ride. Parents appreciate the bike’s cargo-carrying capacity, powerful brakes, and strong resale value. Complaints are minor, but the grip shifter and the single-sided kickstand fall short of expectations. Though expensive, parents consider the NOW an excellent kids’ commuter bike and perfect for school runs.

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Cycling Weekly

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woom NOW Kids’ Urban Bike

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woom has created a new category with the NOW, but despite having no competition, it’s also a great bike.

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Two Wheeling Tots

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woom NOW – Kids Commuter Bike Review

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The woom NOW is simply the best kids’ city bike you can buy. With every detail meticulously thought out, the bike is a true functional piece of art from the ground up.

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Transition Vélo

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Test – woom NOW, the Children’s Bike Like No Other [French]

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Pleasant to ride and comfortable on the road and trail despite the lack of suspension. Its main flaw is a gear lever that is a little too hard.

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Rascal Rides

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woom NOW Review: A Cargo Bike For Kids!

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The NOW is a capable, mullet-cargo-commuter bike. It can haul gear and do so with efficiency and style.

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The Bike Dads

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woom NOW Review

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The woom NOW occupies a very unique space for kids’ bikes. We are not aware of any kids-specific cargo/commuting bikes that offer the features of the woom NOW or level of accessory refinement.

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Kids Ride Bikes

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woom NOW Review

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The additional hauling capacity compared to a standard kids’ bike is well worth the cost if you plan to do a lot of city riding and errand running with kids on bikes.

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Cycle Sprog

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woom NOW 5 Kids Bike Review

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The comfort and fun that this bike offers due to its design, wide tires, and weight is hard to find in other bikes.

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SPORTaktiv

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School Bag Ahead! Sportaktiv Tests the New woom NOW [German]

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With complete roadworthy equipment (including lights and hub dynamo, hydraulic disc brakes and balloon tires suitable for cobblestones), the woom NOW is the ideal means of transport for everyday urban life…

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Einer schreit immer

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woom NOW – The Children’s Bike for the City in the Test and Our Experiences [German]

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… for children who live in urban areas and ride to school or sports club every day and always carry a bag or backpack, the woom NOW is exactly the right bike.

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Leben & erziehen

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woom NOW in the Test: This Special Children’s Bike Is So Great! [German]

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My son and I are completely satisfied with the new children’s bike. It is optimally designed for the conditions in the city and the needs of children.

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