Parents everywhere will know that anything that makes bedtime easier, is an instant yes. The Toniebox is up there as one of the best children's bedtime saviours, and while its initial price is a little weighty, Amazon Prime Day, which fell between 16 and 17 of July, means incredible savings across tech, beauty, fashion and - crucially - children's toys.
From Disney bundles to Paw Patrol bundles, and even Tonies carry cases, shop the best Toniebox now to give your child the ultimate screen-free bedtime send-off.
Are Toniebox and Tonies Worth The Cost?
Rhiannon Evans, mum of two gives her honest verdict:
The Toniebox is an incredibly robust music and story box, which means it will endure being thrown around the room by two excited toddlers - always a plus. The square Toniebox is an audio player which is easy for even the littlest hands to operate, and you can buy Tonies (AKA which really cute characters) that the child then places on top of the Toniebox to start playing that particular story. There are up to 200 Tonies to choose from, so suffice to say you're spoiled for choice.
There are nursery faves (songs and stories), Disney hits (which both tell stories and play songs), classic storytime tales, educational titles and more.
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This Disney Bundle includes five Tonies in the form of Disney characters - Moana, Little Mermaid, Encanto's Mirabel, and Frozen's Elsa and Anna.
Pros
- Very durable
- Screen-free
- Easy to use independently
- Great sound quality
Cons
- None!
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The Toniebox Disney mega bundle consists of five wonderful Disney characters - Toy Story's Woody, Aladdin, The Jungle Book, Winnie the Pooh, and Frozen. With an uncomplicated set-up, seven-hour run-time and screen-free design, this is every parent's dream toy.
Pros
- 7-hour run-time
- Easy to set up
- Can be used by children as young as 3
- Great sound quality
Cons
- None!
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The Toniebox Paw Patrol consists of three of their favourite Paw Patrol characters, Chase, Skye, and Marshall.
Pros
- Easy set-up
- Screen-free
- Can be used by children as young as 3
Cons
- None!
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Going on holiday? Bring along your bedtime saviour with this highly robust Tonies carry case which fits up to 20 figurines.
Pros
- Robust
- Easy to travel with
Cons
- None!
When Is The Toniebox Amazon Prime Sale?
The Toniebox Amazon Prime sale was on the 16 and 17 July, offering 20% off various Toniebox Disney and Paw Patrol bundles, as well as carry cases.
What Age Is Appropriate For A Toniebox?
While Tonieboxes are designed for children aged three years and up, infants as young as a year and a half can enjoy listening to the Toniebox as well.
What is the purpose of a Toniebox?
A Toniebox is designed to spark children's imaginations without the need for a screen, offering access to hundreds of stories to keep your child entertained. With a wide range of characters to choose from, your child will always find something new and exciting.
Can You Create Your Own Tonie?
Absolutely! The creative Tonies let you record 90 minutes of personal content, adding a special touch to gifts like Christmas presents. Imagine having Nana read a book every night... okay, grab a tissue!
Which is the best Toniebox for kids?
Tonies are a popular audio storytelling system for children that use collectible figurines, called Tonies, to play audio content when placed on a Toniebox. Here are some of the best Tonies for kids, based on popularity, educational value, and entertainment.
Disney Tonies
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The Lion King: This classic story with music and narration is a favorite among kids.
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Frozen: Features songs and narration from the beloved movie.
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Moana: Another favorite with songs and stories from the adventurous film.
Educational Tonies
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National Geographic Kids: Offers stories about animals and the natural world, perfect for curious minds.
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Playtime & Action Songs: Includes a variety of songs that encourage movement and play.
Classic Stories Tonies
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Peter Rabbit: Beatrix Potter’s timeless tales brought to life through audio.
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The Gruffalo: A favorite modern classic that children love to listen to.
Musical Tonies
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Sing-Along Songs: Collections of popular children’s songs that encourage singing along.
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Lullabies: Soothing songs perfect for bedtime.
Interactive Tonies
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Creative-Tonies: Blank Tonies that can be customized with up to 90 minutes of personal recordings, stories, or songs.
Which Is Better: Tonie or Yoto?
This topic is frequently debated in parenting forums. Ultimately, it comes down to personal preference. Although they are often compared, Tonie and Yoto serve different functions and it's rare to own both. The Yoto offers more features, but we found the simplicity of the Toniebox ideal for younger children to use and understand. Additionally, Tonies have introduced a podcast Tonie, which aligns more closely with some of Yoto's features.