The second concern about your hamster flying off is a legitimate concern. Some hamsters seem to be well equipped to use this saucer without risk, others are not. I don’t give this saucer to my hyper-speed robo, Steven, anymore, since he has no control over himself on it. But my other robo, Sofia, does great on it and I’ve never seen her fall. You can also attach this wheel to the sides of a cage fairly easily, but I’ve had various success with this due to different construction on these wheels. Some of them work great with a wire cage, some end up creating a rattling noise with the bars. It’s hard to tell what you’re going to get until you have it in your hands.

It can become squeaky after being used a few times, although it is easy to fix by lubricating the axel.

The Best Hamster Wheels for All Sizes FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) 

Due to the popularity of this wheel it is sometimes sold out in certain sizes and colors. If you see the one you want, I suggest getting it! Sarah is a writer at A-Z Animals primarily covering aquatic pets, rodents, tarantulas, and reptiles. Sarah has over 3 years' experience on writing and researching various animal topics. She is currently working towards furthering her studies in the animal field. A resident of South Africa, Sarah enjoys writing alongside her pets and almost always has her rats perched on her shoulders. The Best Hamster Wheels for All Sizes FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) This wheel is widely available in pet stores across the US and is widely used for hamsters and other rodents. While I wish this wheel came in more color choices, I LOVE how easy these wheels are to use. These are definitely the easiest wheels to use with a barred cage (just snap in and out!) and a breeze to keep clean. I have four hamsters and am washing wheels constantly. This is the only wheel that doesn’t involve taking off screws or parts before I clean it!

Hamsters also take time to learn how to use a wheel, since using a wheel is not something they would do in nature. A young hamster may flip on their wheel as they are trying to learn- this is normal, although it is preferred if it can be avoided as big falls can cause injury to your hamster. If your hamster is flipping a lot I suggest the following solutions:You should always ensure than the hamster wheel is at least eight inches in diameter. However, larger species such as Syrian hamsters should have a wheel with a diameter of at least 11 inches.

Choose the right Size for your wheel - we designed 2 size platform for those series hamster wheel, which made 2 different sizes recess to fit for Niteangel Series Wheel Stand Base, please follow the size description to choose the right size for your Niteangel hamster wheelThis wheel is made by a hedgehog breeder in North Carolina (hence the name) and is popularly used amongst Syrian hamster owners. The wheel is quite wide and very quiet. It has a very wide and stable base and is made from all plastic for easy cleaning (no worries about getting bearings wet and rusting). Please note- this is not the wheel to get if you are expecting to attach it to your wired cage. This wheel technically can attach to a wire cage, but must be done with the base still attached… defeating the purpose. If you want a wheel you can attach to a wire cage I suggest the Exotic Nutrition Silent Runner, the Kaytee Silent Spinner (Giant) or the Prevue Quiet Wheel. Cons: Cork lined version can take longer to dry after washing, you may need to replace the cork once in a while.

Must-have Hamster Cage Accessories - Your furry critter will love this hamster wheel toy as hamsters love the hamster rolling wheel like a runner to help them to broken boredom & enrich their nighttime, also keep them to exercise for maintaining their strength and well-beingDurable Toy & Cute Decor - Made with PS plastic (Running Drum) & Acrylic (Base of hamster wheel), high transparent & chewing-resistance, sturdy design achieves a reliable standing & support when running or walking. More colors available to choose, bring fresh things on your habitats decor The Niteangel Super-Silent Hamster Exercise Wheel is the best overall hamster wheel we have reviewed in this article. If you have a Syrian hamster you can go ahead and skip this wheel option! The largest size this wheel comes in is 9.5”, which is not suitable for a Syrian hamster. I would also not suggest it for a Chinese hamster. Dwarf hamsters (including robos, winter whites and Campbell’s) may proceed. The Prevue Quiet Wheel has some definite pros- including it’s wide running area that’s very light and easy to push. This wheel would be good for a hamster at any age and strength! Cons: Some hamsters may fly off and injure themselves, limited size & color options, lightweight and will slide around if not secured by sand or on a surface that’s not slippery.