Hands up if you once received a portable cassette player for Christmas? With vlogging kits, coding games and high-spec tablets designed especially for kids now among the gifts on wishlists, things are definitely a little different in 2023.
From toddlers to seven-year-olds to teenagers, there are tech gifts suitable for all ages and many will teach them as much as they will entertain (and keep them distracted for at least 10 minutes). There are so many on the market right now, to help you choose one that's practical and fun, we've compiled this edit of all of the best options available to shop now.
How we chose the best tech gifts for kids
- Suitability: All of these tech gifts are specifically designed for children, many for as young as three, with some also suitable for teenagers (and even adults!)
- Available on Amazon: Every gift is available to shop on Amazon - so if you need to make a last-minute order, no problem.
- Top reviews: Each piece of tech has been rated highly by shoppers, and we've tried (and loved) many of them ourselves too.
Best tech gifts for kids and teens on Amazon in 2023
Kindle Kids
Suitable for: age 7+
If your kids enjoy reading, they'll love their own Kindle. As well as the ability to take unlimited books around with them, they can strengthen their skills with the Word Wise and Vocabulary Builder tools.
Echo Dot Kids Edition
Suitable for: age 3+
It's likely your kids already know how to use Alexa, and the Echo Dot for kids has a whole range of new child-friendly content. They can ask questions, request stories, set alarms and get help with their homework.
Amazon Fire 7 Kids Tablet
Suitable for: ages 3-7
The Amazon Fire Kids tablet comes with an endless supply of fun and educational (we won't tell them) content. With its durable case and two-year warranty, you won't have to worry about it breaking either.
Yoto Mini
Suitable for: ages 3-12
The Yoto Mini plays music, stories and learning games for your kids. Just download the app on your phone or tablet and let them choose what to listen to by putting the physical cards into a slot on the cube-shaped speaker. It's all of the fun with none of the screen time.
Nintendo Switch Lite
Suitable for: age 7+
Keep kids busy with their own Nintendo Switch. From Mario Kart to Animal Crossing, the handheld games console has so many child-friendly options, but we guarantee you'll want to have a go yourself. The Lite is a more affordable, smaller version and comes in a wide range of colours.
Vtech Kidizoom Studio Video Camera Kit
Suitable for: 5-12 years
If they fancy themselves as the next big vlogger, you can't go wrong with this VTech video camera kit for kids. It comes with a mini tripod and flip-up lens, plus all of the software needed for editing.
Little Tikes Tobi Robot Smartwatch for Kids
Suitable for: age 6+
The Tobi Robot watch has a camera, interactive learning, and augmented reality games. Plus, Tobi comes to life with his moving robot arms and legs, fun sounds and 100+ expressions.
VTech Kidizoom Duo Camera
Suitable for: age 3+
Looking for a camera for little ones? Gift kids their first digital camera with the VTech Kidizoom. Suitable for ages 3+, they can add fun effects, stamps and frames to 5-megapixel photos and videos. There are even games they can play and time limit controls available for parents.
