Balance bike recommendation

[se15mum]

Ok

My son will be three in may and I was thinking about getting him a balance bike.

I'd like recommendations

Specific brands? Metal v wooden? Bike with pedals off?

If like something that's light enough for me to carry over the pushchair as I also have a 6mo and know he won't ride it continuously.

Any advice much appreciated

[MissMadMoo]

Islabikes for all my kids. They're specifically designed for kids and keep their value once child has outgrown.

Lightweight aluminium frames.

PS Just as a point of difference, I don't believe the wooden ones have brakes.

[se15mum]

thank you mismadmoo and good pint re the brakes