- Updated on December 31, 2025
The holidays are the perfect time to give kids something that inspires their imagination. In 2025, tech toys have evolved to focus on creativity, learning, and hands-on discovery. Many of today’s favourites blend coding, storytelling, building, reading, and interactive play in ways that keep kids engaged without overwhelming screen time. Whether you’re shopping for a preschooler exploring letters, a curious grade-schooler getting into robotics, or a tween who loves gadgets and music, this guide features the best tech toys for kids this year—chosen for quality, fun, and educational value.
Scroll through to explore our top picks organized by age and interest—from screen-free story players and early-learning robots to coding kits, creative gadgets, and smart beginner tech.
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Ages 3–5: Early Learning & Screen-Free Tech
Osmo - Little Genius Starter Kit
Recommended Ages: 3 to 5 yrs.
The Little Genius Starter Kit for preschoolers and early learners includes games that focus on skills like letter recognition, phonics, drawing, and problem-solving. The kit encourages active participation and collaboration, making learning a fun and interactive experience for young children. Ipad required.
Yoto Mini
Recommended Ages 3-12 years.
We love this little device that feels like the perfect blend of old and new tech! With tactile cards kids can collect, combined with cute and fun tech, the Yoto Mini is the little sibling to the Yoto player – the mini is ideal for on-the-go listening. Kids can bring their favourite stories, music, podcasts (and more!) wherever they go. Parents set the boundaries for safe use with the app.
Yoto Player (3rd Generation)
Recommended Ages 3-10 years.
The Yoto Player is a screen-free “interactive story machine” that plays audiobooks, music, podcasts, stories and sleep sounds simply by inserting illustrated audio cards — no screens, ads, or internet browsing. It comes with a kid-proof case, a built-in speaker, and extra features like a night-light, an “OK-to-wake” clock, and easy parental controls, making it ideal as a bedtime or quiet-time device. Because it encourages listening, imagination and early literacy — without screen overload — it’s a smart, parent-friendly tech gift for younger children.
Note: Unlike the smaller, more portable Yoto Mini, the full-size Yoto Player is meant to stay at home — it offers stronger audio, a night-light and clock, and works better as a permanent listening station rather than a travel toy.
VTech Marble Rush Ultimate Set
Recommended Age: 4-10 years.
A colourful marble-run system with electronic modules, sounds, and chain-reaction elements. Ideal for younger kids who love construction toys with a tech twist and open-ended design challenges.
Thames & Kosmos Kids First Coding & Robotics
Recommended Age: 4-8 years.
A screen-free introduction to robotics and coding. Kids program simple sequences using physical coding cards to guide a friendly robot through tasks. Excellent for early learners.
Ages 4–10: Beginner Coding, Creative Tech & Smart Readers
Amazon Fire HD 10 Kids Tablet
Recommended Ages 3-7 years.
A 10.1″ Full-HD tablet built specifically for younger children, with a rugged kid-proof case, pre-set parental controls and age filters, and a large screen for games, reading and learning apps. It comes with a free year of kid-friendly content, parental controls for screen time and purchases, and a “worry-free 2-year guarantee” — all of which make it a strong, parent-friendly choice for early elementary / preschool-age kids.
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Kids (16 GB)
Recommended Ages 4-10 years.
The first Kindle for kids with a colour e-ink display, making picture books, early readers, and graphic stories more engaging without adding the distractions of a full tablet. It includes a durable kid-proof case, strong parental controls, and a one-year subscription to a kid-friendly reading library. With no games or videos, it’s a great “safe tech” option that encourages reading and supports early literacy. The lightweight design and two-year worry-free guarantee make it an ideal choice for young readers who want their very own device.
VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam
Recommended Age: 5–10 years.
A kid-friendly video camera that lets young creators film, edit, and add fun effects using a built-in screen and tripod. Great for kids who enjoy performing, storytelling, or making videos in a safe, controlled way.
Nintendo Switch Lite
This new version of the Nintendo Switch system is optimized for personal, handheld play. Nintendo Switch Lite is a small and light Nintendo Switch system with a lower price tag. With a built-in +control pad, and a sleek, unibody design, Nintendo Switch Lite is great for on-the-go gaming. Nintendo Switch Lite is compatible with popular games such as Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, and more. Available in multiple colours.
Ages 8–10: STEM Kits, Robotics & Building Tech
Botley the Coding Robot Activity Set
Recommended Ages: 5-10 yrs.
Botley is a screen-free, hands-on coding robot that introduces kids to fundamental coding concepts through play. Using a simple remote-programmer and coding cards, children can direct Botley to move along obstacle courses, follow black-line paths, loop commands, avoid objects, or perform sequences — no tablet or phone required. As they plan and execute each sequence, kids build critical thinking, logic, sequencing and problem-solving skills. With a durable build and open-ended activities, Botley makes a strong, education-focused tech toy choice for early school-age children.
Educational Insights Artie 3000 Coding Robot
Recommended Ages: 7+ years.
A beginner-friendly coding robot that teaches kids the basics of programming by having Artie draw whatever they code. Perfect for STEAM-oriented kids who are ready to explore logic and digital creativity.
Cyborg Hand
Recommended Age: 10+ years.
A hands-on engineering kit where kids build a fully functional hydraulic “cyborg” hand. A great introduction to mechanical engineering, levers, and robotics for older kids and pre-teens who enjoy building.
Snap Circuits
Recommended for Ages: 8+
A building toy, that alllows kids to assemble over 100 different electronic circuit projects with just 30+ electronic parts. These hands on kits teach kids basic mechanical engineering principles. Fun and learning rolled into one, with many different kits available.
VTech KidiStar DJ Mixer
Recommended Age: 8-12 years.
A music-tech toy with sound effects, beat drops, DJ pads, and a built-in microphone. Perfect for creative kids who love music, rhythm, and experimenting with sound.
Flying Orb Ball
Recommended for Ages 6+
Like magic! This gyroscope ball has an smart AI chip that promises intelligent flight. Different throwing angles and speeds will create different flight lines and boomerang effect. Not only fun and awe inspiring but also helps to improve children’s hands-on skills.
Choosing the right tech toy can spark so much creativity, confidence, and curiosity in kids. Whether your child loves building, coding, storytelling, or exploring new gadgets, the toys in this guide offer fun ways to learn and play all year long. Happy holiday gifting!
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