The Toniebox: An Ideal Audio Device for Kids and Parents at a New Low Price

For two years, my child repeatedly asked for a Toniebox, yet I hesitated each time. It's not that I'm mean-spirited, but each basic set originally cost $100, which is quite a sum. However, when we finally decided to purchase it during a Prime Day promotion, my initial trial convinced me it was a worthwhile investment for my kids and would be highly beneficial for any parent with toddlers. Let me explain why.

The Toniebox is a lightweight, soft-fabric-covered audio player designed for children. It's manageable for both my three-year-old and intuitive enough for my five-year-old to use effortlessly. This device offers an engaging, screen-free form of entertainment, keeping them away from any concerning media. Currently, it's priced at an attractive $70 during a special sale.

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My kids adore their screen-free Toniebox audio system, which functions as a toy.

Each Toniebox leverages small, vibrant figures known as Tonies, designed after beloved characters. These figurines represent unique playlists featuring audio such as stories or tunes, somewhat akin to CDs or tapes in the modern era. But rather than functioning like a CD, the playlists activate through an NFC chip embedded within each Tonie.

Our home includes a collection of Disney princesses, thanks to our purchase from a bundle that included four princess Tonies, a Playtime Puppy with nursery rhymes, a charging base, and a pink edition of the Toniebox. This was available for $100 during the promotional sale.

To play music from Cinderella, the kids simply place its figure atop the Toniebox. If they wish to switch to the story, they tap the box's right side to initiate the narrative. Swapping to another character, like Moana, requires only replacing the figurine, and Moana's music begins instantly.

Shifting the Toniebox at different angles facilitates fast-forwarding or rewinding. Volume adjustment is controlled via two cat ear-shaped points located at the top of the device, which the children can pinch to adjust the levels.

With a simple search on Amazon, you can find a wide variety of characters ideal for gifts or stocking fillers, including recent additions and bundles. Beyond pre-recorded content, parents can also buy 'Creative Tonies', blank figurines that hold up to 90 minutes of custom audio, like stories narrated by family members.

Reasons to Choose the Toniebox

The Toniebox is a cherished part of our household, with my children listening to at least one story at bedtime every night. They particularly enjoy going through each princess, now having added a Creative and a Joy Tonie, offering Inside Out tales of 30 minutes each. The box is proudly displayed on a stand in their room.

Interfacing with the Tonie app, the Toniebox initially downloads content online, which then stores locally for offline use. Without needing wires, my kids can carry it around our home or even on trips to family or camping, with up to seven hours of power for continuous enjoyment of music and stories.