A Mum’s Guide to the Best Tech Gifts for Kids Right Now
Updated October 2026
Finding the perfect tech gifts for kids can be overwhelming, but fear not! We’ve curated a list of the best tech gadgets that are sure to delight and educate your little ones. Introducing kids to technology has numerous benefits, including enhancing their learning experience, fostering creativity, and developing critical thinking skills. From interactive learning tools to fun digital cameras, these gadgets are designed to provide both entertainment and educational value.
We’ve had the opportunity to review some of these items firsthand, thanks to generous gifting, allowing us to give you honest feedback on the best out there. Rest assured, only the best of the tech toys best made it to our list—many products didn’t make the cut, as we only recommend items we would buy for our own children. Dive into our top tech picks and discover how they can make learning fun and engaging for your kids.
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GRWM Fashion Journal £49.99
Got a little fashionista at home who loves dressing up, experimenting with new looks and making their own videos? This clever digital fashion journal is packed with fun ways to get creative!
With four different fashion characters to choose from, kids can head straight into their very own GRWM (Get Ready With Me) studio, where they can experiment with virtual make-up, create nail designs and put together fabulous outfits.
They can even capture their favourite looks with photos and videos, adding colourful backgrounds, filters and frames to make each entry their own. There are also cute animations, games and plenty of ways to personalise their journal along with a passcode or face recognition.
Why we love it: Perfect for children who love a makeover moment.
Tamagotchi Paradise £42.99
A blast from the past for some of us! Now discover Tamagotchi Paradise with the new Orange Tropics and White Glacier styles. Use the innovative zoom dial to nurture your Tama from cell to space, explore new mini-games. Ages 6 plus.
Vtech Kidi DJ Mix £59.99
Best for ages: 6+ years
For kids who love their music and fancy themselves as the next big DJ, the VTech Kidi DJ Mix is a brilliant way to get those creative juices flowing!
With 15 built-in tracks across four different music styles, little DJs can mix, experiment and create their very own party sound. They can even connect their favourite songs via Bluetooth and add their own twist using the colourful sound buttons, fun effects and recording features.
The flashing disco lights move along with the music, bringing a proper party atmosphere to their bedroom or living room (sorry!).
With three different play modes, a music game and plenty of opportunities to get creative, this is a great gift for children who love music, dancing and making a little noise!
XploraOne £149.99
This phone is designed specifically as an “anti-scroll” first mobile phone for kids. It has a compact touchscreen, camera, and headphone jack, giving kids the “grown-up” phone feel without exposing them to social media or the open internet.
Key features across both devices:
· Real-time GPS & Safe zones: Track live location via the Xplora Parent App.
· Dedicated SOS panic button: Instantly alerts primary contacts with the child’s exact live location if held down. It can also contact emergency services if needed.
· Parent-approved contacts: Voice calls and messaging are restricted strictly to pre-approved numbers.
· School and bedtime mode: Allows parents to lock the devices during class hours or bedtime so they function solely as a time-teller, preventing classroom distractions while keeping emergency calls active.
Buy XploraOne
New Photo Creator Instant Colour Camera £19.99
The camera uses dedicated photo sheets and an ink cartridge to produce vibrant, full-colour photographs—not the black-and-white thermal paper used by many children’s instant cameras.
Refill packs cost £19.99 and provide materials for up to 100 full-colour prints, allowing young photographers to keep creating and sharing their favourite pictures without using a print on every photograph they take.
Combining the flexibility of a digital camera with the fun of an instant printer, the compact camera is ideal for capturing moments with friends, documenting holidays, decorating bedrooms and lockers, or creating personalised scrapbooks, journals, cards and photo displays.
It is also a fun gift for children and teenagers who love photography, creativity and turning their favourite digital memories into keepsakes they can hold, display or share.
The Photo Creator Instant Colour Camera in Lilac is available now from selected UK retailers.
Refill pack: £19.99 for up to 100 full-colour prints.
Photo Creator Waterproof Camera £34.99
A really fun tech gift for kids who love taking photos on family adventures. This 12MP waterproof camera can take photos and videos up to 3 metres underwater, making it perfect for holidays, swimming pools and beach days.
It floats if it’s dropped in the water so it’s harder to lose.It also comes with a 16GB micro-SD card, so kids can start snapping straight away, and they can add fun filters and frames to personalise their photos.
Why it’s a great tech gift:
- 📷 12MP camera with video
- 🌊 Waterproof up to 3m
- 🎨 20+ filters and frames for creative photos
- 💾 16GB SD card included
- 👧 Designed for kids aged 8+
It’s a great choice for holidays, days out or kids who love documenting their adventures – and one that encourages them to get creative with their own photos rather than using a phone.
Buy Photo Creator Waterproof Camera
Strikesphere Speed Ball – Digital Display; Measures Kick Speed 0-999 £39.99
Got a football-mad child who thinks they’ve got the most powerful kick in the family? This clever digital football is going to put that confidence to the test!
With a built-in digital display, kids can see their kick score instantly and challenge themselves to beat their personal best. Simply press the button, get into position before the three-second countdown finishes and then give it your best shot!
There’s a 30-second challenge window to record their best strike, plus a handy feature that remembers their highest score, making it great for a bit of friendly competition with friends, siblings or even Mum and Dad.
Battery-powered and water-resistant, it’s ideal for taking to the park, enjoying in the garden or adding a little extra fun to football practice.
Why we love it: Anything that gets kids outdoors, moving and enjoying a bit of healthy competition is a winner in our books. Plus, who doesn’t love the chance to claim bragging rights for the hardest kick?
Studio CreatorCom_Creator Video Walkie-Talkies £29.99
A really fun tech gift for kids who love gadgets and staying connected with friends. These video walkie talkies let kids make both video and voice calls to each other during play, adding a modern twist to the classic walkie talkie idea.
They include fun filters and voice effects, which makes the conversations even sillier, and kids can talk over long distances — up to around 3km for voice calls.
Why it’s a great tech gift:
- 📹 Video and voice calls between devices
- 🎭 Fun filters and voice effects
- 📡 Voice call range up to around 3km
- 🔋 Rechargeable battery
- 👧 Suitable for kids aged 6+
A great choice for playdates, garden adventures or staying in touch during outdoor games.
Photo Creator £69.99
This gadget is a dream for kids who love capturing moments and getting creative instantly. The Photo Creator Instant Print Camera 2.0 combines photo, video and instant printing in one fun device. It snaps crisp shots (up to 48 MP), films in HD, and prints over 100 glossy photos right away — no ink required thanks to thermal printing.
Kids can switch between dual lenses (selfie and rear), use fun filters and frames, and decorate prints with stickers and markers to make them super personal.
Inside the box you’ll find the camera itself, a 4 GB MicroSD card for saving digital versions, a USB cable, multiple paper rolls, and crafty extras to decorate.
Yoto Player – £79.99
This will always be on our list! Introduce your kids to screen-free fun with the Yoto Player! This interactive audio player lets children enjoy stories, music, and educational content without any distractions. Kids can easily control the Yoto Player by inserting content cards or using simple buttons, encouraging independence while listening to their favorite tales and tunes.
With a nightlight feature, clock, and built-in sleep sounds, the Yoto Player is perfect for day or bedtime use. It’s an ideal gift for encouraging imagination and learning, suitable for children aged 3 and up. Buy now Yoto Player
