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Cool Maker’s $19.99 Charm’d Accessory Studio seals kid-designed charms with the press of two buttons. Who it’s a great gift for, the catch with only 10 charms, and the cheaper kit that makes more.
Blooms by Play-Doh turns scented compound into a bouquet that dries hard and stays. What’s in the $39.97 kit, how long it takes, what refills cost, and who should buy faux flowers instead.
The Thames & Kosmos SolarFlower is a robotic flower whose petals spin on solar power. What the $24.99 build teaches, the one big catch, and the solar kit to buy if your kid wants to keep building.
The Monster Jam Chomping Megalodon is a 1:15 scale RC truck with a chomping shark jaw and a chain it breaks free from. Who it’s worth $49.97 to, where it struggles, and the cheaper Megalodon RC.
LEGO’s 1,367-piece Donkey Kong Arcade rolls real barrels and lets you jump them with a joystick. Who it’s worth $199.95 to, the price-per-piece math, and the cheaper Nintendo set to buy instead.
Hitster is a $19.82 music party game where you place songs on a timeline by release year. How it works, what you need for the app, who it’s perfect for, and the expansion to get next.
Catan On the Road is a $9.97 card game version of Catan with no board and no dice. How it plays, how it compares with the original, who it’s great for, and what to get if it’s just the two of you.
Rubik’s redesigned the classic 3×3 for 2026 with smoother turning, a matte finish and thinner grid lines, still for $9.49. Who it’s perfect for, what changed, and when a $10 magnetic speed cube is the better buy.
The Nuby Boogie Buggy is a $74.99 foam ride-on that works as a walker, a scooter and a caster board. Who it’s worth it for, what each mode does, and the cheaper ride-on to buy instead.
The Clixo Airplanes Pack is a $19.99 set of 15 flexible magnetic pieces with a propeller that spins in the wind. Who it’s for, how it compares with a bigger Clixo set, and where to buy it.
The HEX BOTS Explodapede is a $30 RC centipede that rolls into a ball, pops open and slithers away. What it does, who it’s for, and the wall-climbing HEX BOTS toy to get instead.
The National Geographic Mammoth Dissection Kit lets kids dig 17 glow-in-the-dark bones out of a synthetic mammoth and build a skeleton. Who it’s for, the catch, and the cheaper T. rex kit.
The GUI GUI Mega Slime Haul is a $30 box of five scented slimes with tools, figurines and charms. What’s inside, who it’s for, and the cheaper GUI GUI set to start with.
emotoBOT COR-A is a $50 robot buddy with an animated LED face and 100+ activities, and no Wi-Fi, AI or Bluetooth. Who it’s worth it for, its limits, and a cheaper offline pick.
Barbie Roll and Reveal Soccer Player comes packed in a soccer ball that opens to reveal her and 7 accessories. What’s inside, who it’s for, and the cheaper soccer Barbie to buy instead.
The VTech Kidi Star Rockstar Guitar is a $50 light-up kids’ guitar with real strings, a whammy bar and a rhythm game. Who it’s for, what it can’t do, and the VTech guitar for toddlers.
The PAW Patrol Megasaurus inflates a 2.5-foot dinosaur out of Rocky’s truck, then packs it back inside. Who it’s worth $49.99 to, what to know about batteries, and the $16 truck for everyday play.
The ChompSaw is a $249 blade-free power tool that lets kids cut cardboard on their own. How it works, who it’s worth the money for, and the cheaper cardboard kit for occasional builders.
Snap Circuits Soccer Shot is a 2-player tabletop penalty-kick game kids build from real electronics. How it works, when it’s worth the money, and the cheaper Snap Circuits kit with more projects.
furReal Snuggles the Smiling Sloth smiles back, giggles and squeals when you swing her. What she does, who she’s right for, the one thing she isn’t, and the cheaper furReal pet to buy instead.
Stickerbox turns a kid’s spoken idea into a black-and-white sticker in seconds. What the $129.99 printer does, what it keeps, what refills cost, and the cheaper sticker printer to consider.
Fifteen squishies worth buying, sorted by texture instead of brand, with every price checked against what sellers are actually asking. Plus a Squish Type Finder, a Real Price Check, and the CPSC safety story stated accurately.
Both NeeDoh Christmas Calendar and Their “Funky Frights” Halloween Calendar are Causing a Frenzy!
Spin Master’s $39.99 Ms. Rachel farm playset. Where it’s in stock, why Amazon and Walmart disagree about it, and the cheaper Ms. Rachel toys that rate higher.
The $9.99 viral jar that grows a plush when you add water. Where it’s actually in stock, what a marked-up listing looks like, and the one thing the reviews agree on.
The $59.99 Amazon-exclusive collector set ships December 1. Where to pre-order it, why Comic-Con copies cost double, and what Kayou buyers say about the cards.
Mark Rober’s crushing machine, $34.99. Which retailer actually ships it now, what it can and can’t crush, and why CrunchLabs subscribers are the ones giving it one star.
Spin Master’s hatching shark, $49.99 at both national retailers. Where it’s actually in stock, what happens when you add the water, and the one thing not to throw away.
It’s $179.99 and releases November 6, but at that price Best Buy and GameStop pick whether you get the Espeon box or the Umbreon one. Guaranteeing Night currently costs $514 to $575.
Pre-orders are open at $64.99 against an $89.99 RRP, and it ships October 2. The last two RealFX animatronics are down to their final dozen units, with one Stitch reselling at $212.44.
It isn’t a doll shortage, it’s a Rumi shortage. Mira, Zoey and Jinu are in stock from Amazon at $26.97 to $31.98 while every Rumi doll is resale-only, starting at $49.67.
All seven are in stock on Amazon at $14.99 to $21.99. The catch nobody mentions: Mira and Zoey were never made as regular Squishmallows, only as the flip-into-ramen version.
Set 75456 ships September 1 and LEGO.com is currently the only US retailer with a listing. Here’s the price, what’s behind the 24 doors, and why last year’s calendar reviewed so badly.
Both colorways are in stock at about $45, and Rose Berry is the Amazon exclusive. The catch: Furby Vibes speaks only Furbish and does less than the Furby it replaced, which is still on sale for five dollars more.
Both are in stock at $86.99 each, and the talking-to-each-other feature only works if you buy both. Before you spend $173.98, the Interactables two-pack does the same trick for $64.79.
Amazon has sold out of its own stock, so the listing shows a High price warning. Ignore it: the best seller offer is $49.00 against a $54.99 list. Just check the title says Grogu, not Gogoo.
Amazon is already shipping the 2026 calendar at $69.99, ahead of its September 1 launch. Here’s how to avoid the two older editions selling under nearly the same name, and why the sellout urgency is overstated.
No, LEGO didn’t make a Harry Potter advent calendar for 2026 after seven straight years. Here’s what they made instead, how to still get last year’s for under its original price, and why the obvious explanation is probably wrong.
The Hot Wheels 2026 Advent Calendar is $26.99 at Amazon and sold out at the $19.99 shelf price. Here’s where to actually get one, what’s inside, and the lookalike box you should not buy.
Thirty years after the riots, it’s in stock at $39.92 with nobody fighting over it. The thing to know before buying: it’s an 18-inch animatronic, not the soft squeezy Elmo the name suggests.
Hatchin’ Yoshi is in stock at Amazon and Walmart. MSRP is $49.88. Here’s where to buy it, what it actually does, what owners say, and what a fair price looks like.
From KPop Demon Hunters to LEGO Pokémon, plus Amazon’s Toys We Love picks. Filter by age and budget!
The LEGO deals worth grabbing this Columbus Day window, judged by price per piece and which sets are about to retire.
Get ’em early! From LEGO City and Star Wars to Emotional Support Pals!
Yes, it’s as crazy as it sounds but is likely to be one of the top toys of the year.
Original and Nano and Pix, oh my!
From water balloons to sidewalk chalk this is the ultimate guide to outdoor fun for kids!
How about a little fun for the whole family!
It’s slated to be one of the must-have toys of the upcoming holiday season, so now’s the time to decide if you’re going to want
These board games will make it the most fun family-night ever! From traditional classics to new, fun (and even gross) games – there’s something for kids
If they’re looking for a new surprise each and every day in the month of December (well up until Christmas, at least), they’ll surely be
Put down your smartphone, gather your friends, and get ready to play Wordle in real life. That’s right, the world famous Wordle obsession is about to
Yes, it’s still one of the hottest toy of the year. Yes, we’re talking about Blume Dolls…the surprise doll that actually blooms! Blume Dolls are
Who’s ready to save a buck or two with these pretty sweet LOL Surprise deals This Labor Day Weekend! Amazon’s Top Picks Let’s face it,
Remember Hatchimals? Well….they’re back! And this time around they’re releasing the Hatchicorn, a magical unicorn from Rainbow-Cation that’s about to take over the holidays this
Get ready for your kiddos to go crazy with this actual Harry Potter Invisibility Cloak from Warner Bros. With a little help from the magical
If you’re ready for them to take a break from playing in their Minecraft and Roblox worlds (what is that all about anyway), it’s time to
Finally, now here are some “flowers” even we can’t mess up! Introducing the brand new Blume Baby Pop Dolls! “Pull” and “Pop” each of the five
As if you yourself couldn’t be any more obsessed over “The Child” (aka Baby Yoda) now your kids are just as obsessed and are looking
One of the hottest new toys of the year is slated to be these super cute CurliGirls dolls! They recently debuted at the NYC Toy
Just when you thought your kiddos were officially over all things “How to Train Your Dragon” the folks at Spin Master are about to release
Place your seat-back in the upright position and please get ready to land because the LOL Surprise 4-in-1- Remix Plane has been flying the friendly
So in case you were wondering just how well 2026 was going, besides the Coronavirus, rioting, multiple hurricanes, all things politics, and that impending astroid
Your kiddos (and you) are pretty obsessed with Gifs so it was only a matter of time before there were collectible toys that were released
If your kiddos love toys that light up and that are collectible, get ready to see a bunch of Crystalina fairies “flying” around your home this
If your kiddos are obsessed with all things fairies they may just love the new Got2Glow Fairy Finder that’s going to make everyones toy list this
We, of course, have always loved Tickle Me Elmo, but it may be time to toss him down the basement, because this upcoming holiday season
As if you and your kids already can’t keep up with the latest and great tech gadgets, one of the most anticipated releases of 2026
The ultimate toy guide of the year is finally here! Here’s everything your kiddos are already asking you for. Like, every single day. Introducing the Ultimate “Best Toys” Guide for 2026. Drumroll please…
Just in time for back to school it’s the brand new LOL Surprise OMG All Star B.B. Dolls – including Cheer Diva and Vault Queen! We’re
It was only a matter of time before something new was named the it toy to have this year. Introducing Peek-a-Roo! From the makers of your
It’s easy to overlook this, but take a second to browse through the list of the official “worst toys” of the year. Do you have
It’s easy to say that it’s been a pretty tough couple of years for everyone. Back in 2020 we were basically buying everything online and, eventually,
Now’s the perfect time to donate some toys to some kids and organizations in your area that could really use the help. Do good, feel good.
In a world where everything seems to be online, we’re applauding (and grateful) that Toys R Us is making a comeback again (again) and coming to a
If you have a toddler in your home, it’s likely that Bluey is playing on a loop on your TV and tablet. Possibly at the
The ultimate toy guide of the year is finally here! Here’s everything your kiddos are already asking you for. Like, every single day. Introducing the Ultimate “Best Toys” Guide for 2026. Drumroll please…
Having a tough time truly finding the newest must-have toys? Amazon does a great job of not only listing out the most popular options, but
It’s official. We’re all obsessed with every member of the Madrigal family from Encanto – a little movie you may have heard of? If your kids