Best Music Toys for Toddlers & Kids of 2025

If your child loves performing, the VTech KidiStudio is a fantastic choice. Designed for kids aged three to six, it lets them record and play back their own masterpieces.

It features a functioning keyboard and a microphone equipped with a voice changer. There are over 40 prerecorded songs and sound effects to keep things interesting. Your little musician can switch between genres like jazz, techno, and rock ‘n’ roll. The light-up keyboard also helps teach tempo and rhythm visually.

I admit that I had fun playing with this one myself. Just be aware that it can get loud. There is a volume control slider, but resourceful kids might figure out how to slide it back up to maximum volume on their own.

This Baby Einstein unit is a lifesaver for parents on the move. It is compact and easy for tiny hands to grip, making it the perfect travel companion.

It became one of our favorite car toys instantly. Even young babies can press the large center button to cycle through seven classical melodies. It looks a bit like a radio or phone and has a handle fitted with colorful beads that act as a rattle.

As the music plays, a small screen lights up and dances to the beat.

My favorite feature, aside from the distraction value, is the volume switch. Electronic toys are notorious for being too loud, but this has two sound levels. Better yet, the switch is stiff enough that babies cannot accidentally turn it up.

Note that the paint on the rattle beads can fade with heavy use. We suggest giving it a quick wipe-down with a damp cloth before the first use.

The Munchkin Mozart Magic Cube is a classic for a reason. It is durable, intuitive for babies, and surprisingly tolerable for parents.

The cube features large buttons on every side. Each button adds or subtracts an instrument from the song. Your child can listen to a solo flute or combine the harp, French horn, piano, and violin to create a full orchestral masterpiece.

It teaches cause and effect brilliantly. Plus, it includes a volume switch, which is essential for preserving parental sanity.

It plays eight different Mozart compositions. While we wish the playlist were a bit longer, listening to classical Mozart is far better than repetitive, high-pitched cartoon sounds.

If you want a realistic feel without actual strings to break, we highly recommend this Magic Touch guitar.

It uses clever technology where the wood itself is touch-sensitive. There are no buttons to jam and no strings to snap. It is lightweight, durable, and ready for your future rock star.

It features two modes: freestyle and play-along. Your child can strum to create their own riffs or listen to 30 different melodies. We love the real instrument sounds it produces, and yes, it has volume control to keep the concert at a reasonable level.

Kids naturally love drums, and this VTech set channels that energy into learning. It is great for sensory development and coordination.

The set features three drum pads and a raised cymbal, each producing a unique sound. Toddlers can play in freestyle mode or follow the lights to learn letters and numbers. It includes nine preset melodies across pop, rock, and dance genres.

The built-in LED lights guide your child on when to hit the pads, which is great for teaching rhythm.

One small quirk is the dedicated start button. It took our kids a moment to realize they had to press it to wake the toy up, but once they figured it out, they were hooked.

This activity table stands out because it grows with your child.

For sitters, you can leave the legs off and place the board on the floor. Once your baby starts pulling up, attach the legs to encourage standing and cruising.

The piano keys trigger different instruments, including drums and French horns. It encourages kids to experiment with composing their own tunes. The keys also feature numbers, letters, and shapes, offering learning modes in English, Spanish, and French.

It is sturdy, but if you are using it on a hardwood floor, make sure to place it on a rug or mat so it doesn’t slide away when your baby leans on it.

The Woby Musical Activity Cube packs a massive amount of entertainment into one box. It covers a wide range of developmental activities.

One side features a microphone for karaoke sessions, while another has a magic mirror with cute animations. There is even a detachable phone and a steering wheel that makes driving sounds to improve motor skills.

It stimulates multiple senses simultaneously. However, because it has so many moving parts, we recommend giving everything a gentle tug before handing it over. While we haven’t had issues, it is always good practice to check that small components are secure.

This is not your average musical toy. The Otamatone is a quirky Japanese synthesizer that is as funny as it is fun. My daughter refused to leave the store without this unicorn edition.

You play it by sliding your finger up and down the stem to change the pitch, and squeezing the “mouth” at the bottom to create a “wah-wah” effect. It is silly, weird, and totally addictive.

Since it requires a bit of finesse, we don’t recommend it for rough toddlers. It is better suited for kids over three or four who can handle it gently. It takes practice to make actual songs, but making funny noises is instant gratification.

The Little Tikes PopTunes guitar is a solid entry-level instrument for toddlers who want to make some noise.

It is simple, chunky, and durable. The guitar features flash LED lights, three strings, and large buttons that are easy to mash. The translucent gray design lets kids see the inner workings, which is a cool touch.

Your little one can play along to preset tunes or just strum wildly in freestyle mode. It doesn’t have the nuance of a real instrument, but for a toddler just looking to rock out, it is perfect.

If you have the space, this WolVol drum set is a dream come true for energetic toddlers. It mimics a real kit with a bass drum, hi-hats, a pedal, and sticks.

It comes loaded with melodies, songs, and beats to play along with, plus plenty of flashing lights to keep the energy high. The durability is impressive; it can take a serious beating from enthusiastic drummers.

The set stands about 24 inches tall and includes a small stool. The stool can be a little wobbly for active kids, so we recommend placing it against a wall or on a carpet for better stability.

I have yet to meet a child who doesn’t love a giant floor piano. This mat from Click N’ Play gets kids moving and burns off energy while they make music.

The mat features 24 touch-sensitive keys and allows you to switch between eight different instruments, including guitar, saxophone, violin, and banjo. It is large enough for two kids to play a duet (or a duel).

The volume is adjustable, which is great. However, keep in mind that since it is a floor toy, accidental steps on the volume button can crank it up unexpectedly.