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The safest car seat? A pushchair that handles British winters? We test 107 products so you can make safer choices for the whole family.

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Family products are tested on safety first. Every car seat, pushchair, and baby carrier we recommend meets the relevant UK and EU regulations (R129 i-Size for car seats, EN 1888 for pushchairs, EN 13209 for carriers). We cross-check Which? crash-test results, RoSPA guidance, and reports to Trading Standards. For toys we verify CE/UKCA marking and BS EN 71 compliance. For pushchairs we test fold size against popular UK cars, kerb negotiability on real British pavements, and manoeuvrability one-handed while holding a coffee. Long-term durability matters: a £400 pushchair that survives a sibling wins over a £600 single-kid showpiece.

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Children's Toys184Baby & Pushchairs39Pushchairs & Buggies17Children's Accessories15
Sphero Bolt Coding Robot

Best Remote Control Robots 2026

Winner: Sphero Bolt Coding Robot

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Little Tikes Rocking Horse

Best Rocking Horses 2026

Winner: Little Tikes Rocking Horse

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Moose Heroes of Goo Jit Zu Minecraft Stretchy Enderman

Best Rubber Toy Figures 2026

Winner: Moose Heroes of Goo Jit Zu Minecraft Stretchy Enderman

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Safety 1st Flat Step

Best Safety Gate 2026

Winner: Safety 1st Flat Step

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Little Tikes Turtle Sandbox

Best Sand Toys 2026

Winner: Little Tikes Turtle Sandbox

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Classmaster PVA Glue Basic

Best School Glue 2026

Winner: Classmaster PVA Glue Basic

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Leapfrog Magic Adventures Globe

Best Science Kits 2026

Winner: Leapfrog Magic Adventures Globe

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COMBIUBIU 146 Pages Our Adventure Book Scrapbook Photo Album 8.9 7.7 Inch Retro Style

Best Scrapbook 2026

Winner: COMBIUBIU 146 Pages Our Adventure Book Scrapbook Photo Album 8.9 7.7 Inch Retro Style

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AeroMoov Airlayer 3D Limited Edition Car Seat Mat Beige

Best Seat Cushions 2026

Winner: AeroMoov Airlayer 3D Limited Edition Car Seat Mat Beige

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Vtech Sort & Discover Drum

Best Shape Sorters 2026

Winner: Vtech Sort & Discover Drum

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Creativ Company Shrink Plastic Sheets with Skull Motifs, 10.5x14.5 cm, 4 Sheets

Best Shrink Plastic 2026

Winner: Creativ Company Shrink Plastic Sheets with Skull Motifs, 10.5x14.5 cm, 4 Sheets

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Gamesson 2 in 1 Shuffleboard & Curling

Best Shuffleboards 2026

Winner: Gamesson 2 in 1 Shuffleboard & Curling

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Tommee Tippee Superstar Insulated Sportee Bottle 266ml Red

Best Sippy Cup 2026

Winner: Tommee Tippee Superstar Insulated Sportee Bottle 266ml Red

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Talens Art Creation Sketchbook Black 13x21cm 140g 80 sheets

Best Sketch Pads & Drawing Pads 2026

Winner: Talens Art Creation Sketchbook Black 13x21cm 140g 80 sheets

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Vilac Ice Cream Skipping Rope

Best Skipping Ropes 2026

Winner: Vilac Ice Cream Skipping Rope

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Galt Slime Lab

Best Slime Kits 2026

Winner: Galt Slime Lab

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Jellycat Bashful Elsie Cherry Original Rabbit 31cm

Best Soft Toys 2026

Winner: Jellycat Bashful Elsie Cherry Original Rabbit 31cm

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Toyrific Jump N Bounce Space Hopper Green

Best Space Hoppers 2026

Winner: Toyrific Jump N Bounce Space Hopper Green

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Vtech Kids Kidigear Walkie Talkies Explorer Set 13.6 cm

Best Spy Toy Sets 2026

Winner: Vtech Kids Kidigear Walkie Talkies Explorer Set 13.6 cm

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Fisher-Price Wooden Ring Stacker

Best Stacking Toys 2026

Winner: Fisher-Price Wooden Ring Stacker

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DreamBaby X-Tall Retractable Gate. Fits 60-140cm Grey

Best Stair Safety Gate 2026

Winner: DreamBaby X-Tall Retractable Gate. Fits 60-140cm Grey

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Disney Vinyl Stickers Pack of 5

Best Stickers 2026

Winner: Disney Vinyl Stickers Pack of 5

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Clover 351 Double-Ended Stitch Holder Small, Multi-Colour, 1

Best Stitch Holder 2026

Winner: Clover 351 Double-Ended Stitch Holder Small, Multi-Colour, 1

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Knitpro Mindful Stitch Markers 100 Pack

Best Stitch Marker 2026

Winner: Knitpro Mindful Stitch Markers 100 Pack

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Casdon Dyson Supersonic & Corrale Deluxe Styling Set

Best Stylist Play Set 2026

Winner: Casdon Dyson Supersonic & Corrale Deluxe Styling Set

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Badabulle Car Window Shades for Baby 2-pack

Best Sun Shades with Suction Cups 2026

Winner: Badabulle Car Window Shades for Baby 2-pack

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Roberto Sports Scout Table Football

Best Table Football 2026

Winner: Roberto Sports Scout Table Football

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Vtech Paw Patrol Light-Up Learning Pad

Best Tablet Learning Toys 2026

Winner: Vtech Paw Patrol Light-Up Learning Pad

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Vulli Sophie The Giraffe Clutching Toy

Best Teething Toy 2026

Winner: Vulli Sophie The Giraffe Clutching Toy

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Creativ Company Crepe Paper Standard Colors 25x60cm 105g 8 sheets

Best Tissue Paper & Crepe Paper 2026

Winner: Creativ Company Crepe Paper Standard Colors 25x60cm 105g 8 sheets

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BabyBjörn Toilet Training Seat

Best Toilet Training Seat 2026

Winner: BabyBjörn Toilet Training Seat

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Small Foot Accordion Classic

Best Toy Accordions 2026

Winner: Small Foot Accordion Classic

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Green Toys Ferry Boat

Best Toy Boats 2026

Winner: Green Toys Ferry Boat

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Hot Wheels 5 Car Pack

Best Toy Cars 2026

Winner: Hot Wheels 5 Car Pack

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Hape Percussion Duo Rhythmus Set

Best Toy Castanets 2026

Winner: Hape Percussion Duo Rhythmus Set

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Casdon Dyson Cordless Vacuum

Best Toy Cleaning Sets 2026

Winner: Casdon Dyson Cordless Vacuum

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Music Alley Junior Drum Kit

Best Toy Drums 2026

Winner: Music Alley Junior Drum Kit

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Funko POP Derpy With Sussie Glow

Best Toy Figurines 2026

Winner: Funko POP Derpy With Sussie Glow

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Leapfrog Shapes & Sharing Picnic Basket

Best Toy Food Set 2026

Winner: Leapfrog Shapes & Sharing Picnic Basket

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Bigjigs Park & Play Garage

Best Toy Garages 2026

Winner: Bigjigs Park & Play Garage

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Tidlo Wooden Guitar

Best Toy Guitars 2026

Winner: Tidlo Wooden Guitar

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TOBAR Classic Metal Harmonica

Best Toy Harmonicas 2026

Winner: TOBAR Classic Metal Harmonica

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Green Toys Helicopter

Best Toy Helicopters 2026

Winner: Green Toys Helicopter

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I Love Fancy Dress Green Maracas 12 Pack

Best Toy Maracas 2026

Winner: I Love Fancy Dress Green Maracas 12 Pack

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Vtech Singing Sounds Microphone

Best Toy Microphones 2026

Winner: Vtech Singing Sounds Microphone

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Bruder Scrambler Ducati Police Bike with Policeman

Best Toy Motorbikes 2026

Winner: Bruder Scrambler Ducati Police Bike with Policeman

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Hape Baby Einstein Magic Touch Piano

Best Toy Pianos 2026

Winner: Hape Baby Einstein Magic Touch Piano

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Green Toys Seaplane

Best Toy Planes 2026

Winner: Green Toys Seaplane

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Frequently asked questions about kids & family

When do I switch my child from car seat to booster?+
Under UK law, children must use a car seat until they reach 135cm tall or 12 years old, whichever comes first. Practically, most children are ready for a high-back booster around 4 years / 18kg, and backless boosters are best delayed until at least 125cm — head and torso support matter in a side impact.
What's the difference between a travel system and a standalone pushchair?+
A travel system accepts a matching infant car seat on the chassis, so you can move a sleeping baby without waking them. Standalone pushchairs are lighter and usually fold smaller, but require transferring the baby. Travel systems cost more and add bulk, so consider how much you'll actually use the car seat on the chassis.
Are wooden toys safer than plastic?+
Not inherently — both are safe if properly manufactured and CE/UKCA marked. Wood avoids some phthalate concerns and lasts longer, but cheap wooden toys can splinter or have unsafe paint. Plastic from a reputable brand is fine; unbranded wooden imports from unknown sellers are not.
How long does a baby monitor last?+
Video monitors typically last 3–4 years before battery degradation makes them unreliable. Wi-Fi monitors that stream to your phone avoid this but depend on router coverage. Both should support two-way talk, night vision, and at least 720p video for real usefulness.