Whether your child loves or hates being in the water, bath toys are a great way of ensuring a fun time in the tub. The best bath toys are bright and colourful, while being entertaining and educational, and we're here to help you choose!
Floating boats, swimming animals, bath crayons and water toys work as a great distraction while you're trying to wash their hair. So read on for our favourite waterproof toys for kids and toddlers from Amazon, Argos and more to make the most of bath time with your little one.
Quick List - Top Bath Toys for Kids
Zuru Robo Alive
Singing Baby Shark Swim Toy From the YouTube Sensation
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When choosing any toys for children, it's always important to make sure they're suitable for the right age group. Bath toys aren't usually particularly complicated, and won't often have small moving parts that may be dangerous for younger children. However, there are a few that may not be suitable for kids under three years old.
The recommended age isn't just there for safety reasons, but to help you select a toy that's going to be entertaining as well. For example, some larger toys might be aimed at children over three as a younger child may not be able to hold them.
Looking for more ways to keep them entertained in the bath, try one of these kid-friendly bath bombs!
Toys that float or can interact with the water are a great choice for bath time. Floating toys designed to look like aquatic animals and boats are fun for children to touch and play with, whether they are self propelling or not.
Bath crayons and shapes that can be stuck to the side of the tub are another top choice as they allow kids to create pictures, words or collages. Finally, there are sensory bath toys. These are some of the most stimulating as they feature parts that move as water is poured into them.
Try pouring a bit of bubble bath into water toys for bubbly, foamy fun!
It shouldn't be a surprise to learn that nearly all bath toys are almost entirely made from plastic. This is because plastic is waterproof and easy to clean, preventing build-up of mould.
When buying a toy for your child, you may prefer to buy BPA-free plastic due to potential health concerns linked to certain consumer plastics. For young children, polyfoam toys are another safe choice as they are free from sharp edges or heavy parts.
While they are waterproof, you shouldn't leave bath toys in a wet or damp environment. It's a good idea to dry them off after use to ensure they'll last as long as possible. Some toys may come with a storage bag to help them dry or keep pieces together.
Products | Image | Click to purchase | Key features | |
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1 | Zuru Robo Alive Junior Baby Shark Sing and Swim Bath Toy | ![]() | Singing Baby Shark Swim Toy From the YouTube Sensation | |
2 | Green Toys Submarine | ![]() | A Sustainable Submarine Made From Recycled Milk Jugs | |
3 | Munchkin Swimming Scuba Buddy Wind Up Bath Toy | ![]() | A Cute Wind-Up Penguin at a Bargain Price | |
4 | Kitpas Bath Crayons | ![]() | Waterproof Crayons That Easily Wipe Off the Tub and Tiles | |
5 | Nuby Octopus Hoopta | ![]() | Fun Octopus Hoop Toss Game to Play in the Bath | |
6 | Dumoon Bath Toys | ![]() | A Bumper Bundle of Sensory and Floating Bath Toys | |
7 | BBLIKE Bath Toy Set | ![]() | A Bagful of Fun Figures, Numbers, and Letters | |
8 | Hanmulee Baby Bath Toys Bubble Machine | ![]() | Sensory Singing Bubble Machine for Young Children | |
9 | Peppa Pig Grandpa Pig's Bath Time Boat | ![]() | Floating Bath Time Fun With Removable Figures for Fans of Peppa Pig | |
10 | Infantino Plug & Play Plumber Set | ![]() | A Build Your Own Bath Robot That Teaches Cause and Effect |
With over 10 billion views on YouTube at the time of writing, Baby Shark is a bonafide sensation. If your kid is a fan of the song, this swimming bath toy is certain to be a real winner.
The toy is battery powered, and comes with 3 AAA batteries included, allowing baby shark to swim through the water while singing his famous song. Don't worry about it singing and swimming forever as it has a 4-minute automatic shut off!
This sturdy toy submarine is made entirely from recycled materials making it a more sustainable and environmentally friendly choice. It is safe, non-toxic and BPA-free, with no PVC, phthalates or external coatings.
It's also extremely fun to play with as the rear propellor spins around when pushed through the water. The large handle on top makes it easy to hold. Plus, can be used to scoop up and pour bath water, making it useful for rinsing off soap!
The Munchkin Swimming Scuba Buddy is a classic wind up toy that paddles around the tub. The cute penguin design spins and splashes its arms around in the water as it swims around, which is sure to have your child laughing.
It's also a bargain for under £5, with a relatively small size that's easy for little hands to hold without the risk of it potentially being swallowed. Just make sure that your child doesn't put it in their mouth too much!
It may sound like magic, but these crayons are perfectly safe for use in the bath. They're non-toxic, water-soluble and can be easily wiped off the side of the tub. The crayons even float in the water and come in a handy net bag that attaches to your bathroom tiles.
Anyone with children will know that they love to draw on anything when given the opportunity, so this is a great way to keep them engaged while in the bath. They also provide an opportunity for bonding as you create a temporary masterpiece together!
The Nuby Octopus Hootpta is a fun way to help develop hand-eye coordination for a wide range of ages. For younger children, working out how to simply put the rings on the tentacles is a challenge, while older children can try their hand at a ring toss game.
The octopus has an attractive design that's proven popular with children. It's completely sealed so no water can get inside and is BPA-free, making it incredibly safe and hygienic toy for children. Just try to ignore the fact that the octopus only has six legs!
This bundle of toys really makes the most of bath time. The set includes a mix of pieces that attach to the wall, and those that float in the water with plenty of moving parts and water spouts to keep children entertained.
The designs are cute and comical, especially the little cactus that grows when full of water. If you're happy to spend a little extra on a slightly larger bath toy, then this is well worth the investment!
If you're looking for the most bang for your buck, it's hard to argue against this bundle. It comes with a full foam alphabet and numbers, as well as some soft, squeezy aquatic animal figures - all neatly kept together in a net bag.
Everything included is made from non-toxic, 100% smell-free and BPA-free materials. Better yet, the net bag ensures plenty of airflow, meaning that the toys will dry out thoroughly after bath-time is over preventing mould and mildew from forming.
This singing bubble machine from Hanmulee is fantastic choice for keeping younger children occupied while in the bath. The happy octopus can sing twelve different nursery rhymes while spitting out over 1000 bubbles a minute!
You'll want to affix this a little higher than other bath toys for the full effect, making it a better choice for tiled bathrooms. It's also worth noting that this machine creates foamy bubbles, like those in a bubble bath, rather than large soap bubbles that float through the air.
Your child will have great fun exploring the tub with Grandpa and Peppa pig, especially if they're a fan of the popular TV show. This chunky and well-made boat is great for little hands to play with, and the two figurines can be taken out to play with individually.
This is one for older children due to the smaller parts. For some reason, there are also small holes in the top, so when fully submerged it takes in a lot of water and can sink to the bottom.
This plug-and-play set from Infantino is a great educational toy that helps teach children the fundamentals of cause and effect. If you pour water into the top of the robot, the eyes spin around and the water flows down the pipes, causing a chain reaction.
It comes with 16 different pieces that you can build into different configurations. Although, they may be a little too small and difficult for younger children to attach. Just keep in mind that you'll be the one doing the building, especially when little hands start pulling the robot apart!
No. 1: Zuru Robo Alive|Junior Baby Shark Sing and Swim Bath Toy
No. 2: Green Toys|Submarine
No. 3: Munchkin|Swimming Scuba Buddy Wind Up Bath Toy
No. 4: Kitpas|Bath Crayons
No. 5: Nuby|Octopus Hoopta
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