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Kids' tech: cameras, walkie-talkies, tablets and headphones

Tech gifts made for children, with volume limits and kid-proof cases where it matters.

By Sam · Updated 4 November 2026

Our picks

Our top pick
Researched
£59.99 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
In stock
Runner-up
Researched
£89.99 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
In stock
Also good
Researched
£55 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
In stock

All 9 compared

tonies Toniebox Lite
1. tonies Toniebox Lite Our top pick
£59.99 at Amazon
as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Our verdict
Our verdictResearched

A screen-free audio player for young children.

Good
    Worth knowing

      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you'd rather not buy figures to add content: each story comes on a figure.

      £89.99 at Amazon
      as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
      Our verdict
      Our verdictResearched

      A good audio player for children of three and up, without a screen.

      Good
        Worth knowing

          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you'd rather not buy cards to add content.

          £55 at Amazon
          as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
          Our verdict
          Our verdictResearched

          A fun camera for a creative child.

          Good
            Worth knowing

              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you'd rather not buy refill paper: the prints use thermal paper rolls.

              £26.93 at Amazon
              as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
              Our verdict
              Our verdictResearched

              A popular, easy family pair.

              Good
                Worth knowing

                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you need a long range: these are basic walkie-talkies.

                  £159.99 at Amazon
                  as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                  Our verdict
                  Our verdictResearched

                  A good e-reader for a child who reads a lot.

                  Good
                    Worth knowing

                      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the child prefers paper books.

                      £29.24 at Amazon
                      as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                      Our verdict
                      Our verdictResearched

                      A good pair of headphones for a child.

                      Good
                        Worth knowing

                          Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if the child needs a wired pair for school.

                          £24.99 at Amazon
                          as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                          Our verdict
                          Our verdictResearched

                          A good pair for a child who likes to explore.

                          Good
                            Worth knowing

                              Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you need a long range.

                              £89.99 at Amazon
                              as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
                              Our verdict
                              Our verdictResearched

                              A good audio player for a child's bedroom.

                              Good
                                Worth knowing

                                  Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you'd rather not buy cards to add content.

                                  £29.99 at Amazon
                                  as of 4 Nov 2026, 13:20 GMT · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
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                                  Our verdict
                                  Our verdictResearched

                                  A good present for a child who loves music.

                                  Good
                                    Worth knowing

                                      Who shouldn't buy it: Don't buy it if you'd rather avoid batteries and noise.

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                                      Before you buy
                                      Most of these need charging or batteries, and several need a parent's phone app or account. Think about screen time and what the device can connect to before you buy.
                                      How we choose

                                      We unbox and build what we can at home, hand it to someone the age it's sold for, and check prices and stock at UK shops through the day. Every pick is labelled: Tested at home when we've had it in our hands (bought, or sent free by the brand, and the review says which), Researched when we haven't. Commissions never change a pick or its place on the list. Read our full methodology →