Looking for the best toys for boys and girls? It’s not easy to keep up to date with what kids are obsessed with – is slime still fashionable? It can be even more difficult to find the perfect gift that is not only unique and cute, but also entertaining for hours. Fortunately, after extensive research, CNET has determined which toys and gifts will fly off the shelves in 2020. These top toys will impress children of all ages, from toddlers to tweens.
Interactive animals, Action figures, Superheroes and the indelible madness that one Slime kit are still in demand this year, and LOL Surprise dolls and famous brands like Playmobil and Lego remain the top favorites for cool toys. Entertaining new technical toys like Osmo, Lumies and #Snapstar are a must for many children. war of stars is always one Makes to count. And when it comes to action and adventure, we have the latest scooter and some retro roller skates to choose from.
Whether you’re shopping for a birthday or other special occasion, check out our list of the most popular and best toys to buy in 2020, and let us help you find the perfect gift for that special kid in your life to find. We have lots of great ideas and deals when it comes to the best toys for kids!
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If you have a small child who loves to unpack toys and collect small LOL surprise dolls (which were the biggest toys of 2017), this is the ultimate treasure chest for them. The Amazing Surprise is a huge box with 14 exclusive dolls and over 70 unpacking surprises. The bounties include two play shops for fashion shops, two OMG fashion dolls, three LOL surprise dolls, three boys, four pets and two Lils dolls. Plus all the tiny accessories and clothes needed to annoy parents for the rest of the year. But it is almost certainly worth it for such a massive unpacking of surprise toys. Best for 6 to 10 years.
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This toy is a little more expensive, but it will knock over your little crusader’s socks and encourage imaginative play. The Transforming Batmobile changes from the car to the upright “Battle Mode” at the push of a button and the remote control also drives the vehicle (it even turns!). The clincher? There is a projectile launcher. Older children (and certain adults) will love this too.
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The sequel to everyone’s favorite film about the connection between sisters, Frozen 2, has revived the love of all things the Snow Queen! Which means that this amazing Playmobil Crystal Palace is a surefire victory. The royal family included in this set lives in a glittering, gem-filled palace that contains a cave with work lights (AAA batteries required). They even have interchangeable outfits that change depending on the temperature. We love the details in Playmobil sets and this is really something special for younger kids. Best for 4 to 10 years.
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Juno My Baby Elephant is fun. This interactive toy is best for children ages 3 and up and can respond to children with sounds and movements and learn tricks such as “eating” and throwing their peanut. This fun toy for girls or boys also plays with a little mouse friend (included). Great for a child’s imagination. Batteries not included.
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A transforming jet for superhero dogs? Yes, please! Add this to your toy list. Four year olds will love the coolest new “Paw Patrol” vehicle. The animated series now has Mighty Pups, in which the beloved puppies have super powers. The Jet Command Center has all the high-end functions (work lights! A launcher!) And comes with a mini jet and a Ryder figure that shoot out of the Mighty Jet for maximum action.
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Any color that touches this small, weird-looking soft toy can be mimicked with lights. Lumies also respond to colors with over 100 different sounds and phrases, and can create different types of music in response to, for example, a green carpet or purple bedspread (as if your child didn’t take them to bed). Use the styling tool to create colorful hairstyles that match the sparkling unicorn horn of this plush toy.
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Legos are perfect for promoting fake gaming and fine motor skills. And the new Lego Space Shuttle kit is one of the coolest toys ever. Children who love space can build a research shuttle and a Mars rover. Solar panels? Check. Heli drone? It is here too. Gripper arm for retrieving geodes? Obviously. The set also includes two astronaut minifigures that courageously complete your child’s mini-missions in space.
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An interactive baby doll from Cry Babies is the ultimate interactive toy and is very popular thanks to its big eyes and charming outfits. When you take Kristal’s pacifier out of your mouth, it makes real baby noises, but sometimes it can get “sick”. Kiddos can help her feel better by giving her “medicine” and lots of cuddles! The doll cries watery tears and her skin glows red. Use the glowing thermometer to measure Kristal’s fever. Additional accessories include a syringe that you can use to care for this doll until she is better. AA batteries are included. Best from 3 years.
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This hugely popular Nintendo gaming system is the fastest-selling home console in history. It is easy to understand why: The switch is both a home system and a home system and a handheld device. There is a dock that connects to your TV at home and enables multiplayer games. Then you can take the tablet out of the dock and go! You can even split the controller and flip the stand over to play with others on the go. So much versatility in one unit. And fans will want to see this Switch Lite, the smaller and cheaper handheld version ($ 199), which removes TV-out support.
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The coolest thing about the new Little Tikes kitchen is that it grows with your toddler. This collaboration with Tasty (the creators of delicious looking recipe videos) starts wide and low, but as your child gets older, you can raise the countertop. Other cool features include a phone holder that your budding Insta chefs can use to record their creations (or watch cooking videos).
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This interactive baby dragon from the makers of Hatchimals is a must for fans of the Dreamworks cartoon franchise How to Train Your Dragon. Baby Toothless is ready to make its debut immediately as batteries are included. Children will love to see their tiny toothless push themselves out of the egg. And once he is outside, the fun continues with “training”. When he’s tired, put the little guy back in his egg base.
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Barbie and Cabbage Patch are so last century. Glamor girls will want this setup on the red carpet for the # Snapstar doll Echo. The play set includes everything you need to make Echo’s red carpet debut a breeze. After entering, use the green screen and the free #Snapstar Studio app to create cool pictures. Best from 4 years.
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This electric scooter is expensive, but also quite radical, which makes it a top choice. The Razer Power A2 has an electric motor that turns on as soon as you start shooting – children can reach up to 15 km / h with this bad boy. And with a weight limit of 143 pounds, some adults can take a spin too. The lightweight scooter can be folded up for easy transportation and accelerated at the push of a button. The throttle is located directly on the (adjustable) handlebar. Charge it and your child can use the engine for up to 40 minutes before it needs to be charged. This is a seriously funny gift.
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Children who collect tiny Hatchimals figures will go crazy for this Mega Secret Surprise Egg. For good reason: there are more than 40 surprises in this 9-inch purple egg, including 10 CollEGGtibles characters and a pixie doll. Other fun treasures include lip gloss and stickers. The secret is so tempting! Ideal for 5 to 7 years.
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The new Movin ‘Lips version of Mr. Potato Head is a classic with a technical touch and will make children from 3 years giggle. Use more than 10 parts to assemble your toy, and then watch Mr. Potato Head sing over 40 sentences and songs. Then of course you can rearrange his face and do it again. We have to admit, it’s pretty entertaining!
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American Girl’s 2020 girl is Joss Kendrick, a fearless surfer girl who is not afraid of new challenges. Children can read everything about the life of this new character in their first book (included with the doll). Best suited for children ages 8 and up. The 18-inch doll has a soft fabric body and flexible vinyl limbs. It comes with a zip-up hoodie, a pink swimsuit, a carrying case for your hearing aid and much more. Joss is a great addition to any AG fans’ collection. These are special (albeit expensive) dolls.
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Educational toys are the best toys. This cool new tech toy turns your iPad into an educational game for kids. You can manipulate the tokens in problem solving skills and games, making the screen time instructive. We love that no WiFi is required to play and you can track your children’s progress through an app. There is also an Amazon Fire version. Osmo is something parents and children will love.
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This is one of the best toys for girls and boys who love to smash things in the kitchen. Treat future chefs to the new popcorn party set from Play-Doh Kitchen Creations. Children from the age of 3 can crank out mushy popcorn during the game and fill the supplied buckets. There are also molds for making sweets and cookies. Six cans of Play-Doh are included, plus the “Popper” and lots of accessories.
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Fans say this is Hasbro’s best beyblade set ever thanks to cool new designs. And your child will likely agree! If you haven’t seen Beyblades yet, they’re futuristic-looking spinning top toys that “fight” each other. The new Beyblade Burst Turbo Set has a new battlefield (ahem, “Beystadium”) and six coveted tops and two launchers. For added virtual fun, you can scan the tops with the game’s app and challenge friends online. There’s even a notepad for fighting friends in real life.
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Roller skates are back! Circle Society makes the coolest skate styles and they have two new pairs of YouTube pop star JoJo Siwa, including this neon dream. We love that these skates can be customized from size 12 to 3, making them a good choice and a solid investment that will last for years. Simply press a button to adjust the size. Circle Society skates are durable and can be used indoors or outdoors.
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The YouTube star Ryan from Ryan’s world not only has a lot of followers, he also has his own line of toys. The Super Surprise Safe contains over 30 small pieces of jewelry that children can unpack. Use the key to open the safe and smash, decode, press and open it to get to the treasure (spoiler alert: there are figures, stickers and slime). Perfect for developing motor skills and hand-eye coordination. Best from 3 years.
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Children will love the modern design of the Bianca doll tower. KidKraft’s newest doll house has four floors, but takes up little space, making it a great space saver. We love that dolls can take the elevator to the lower floor to explore urban amenities like a cafe and yoga studio. 26 accessories are included, and this doll house is best suited for children ages 3 and up.
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