Yoto Player (3rd Gen.) + Make Your Own Card – Kids Bluetooth Audio Speaker, All-in-1 Screen-Free Device for Stories Music Podcasts Radio White Noise Thermometer Nightlight Ok-to-Wake Alarm Clock

I had no idea what to expect when we bought this for our 4yo for Christmas 2024. We got the base Yoto Player (3rd Gen) and have been super impressed by what it can do without the purchasing of additional cards. The Yoto Player is essentially a device that plays different kinds of audio content for your kids. You can buy additional cards that play different games and stories. Think of it like buying addition audio books for your Audible account, etc. That said, it's completely usable without buying additional cards and is actually quite high quality. The speaker is surprisingly fantastic, even at the higher volumes. It's incredibly simple for kids to use. There are two orange knobs on the top of the device that let you control volume and what mode it's playing it. One press of the right knob kicks off the free Yoto Daily podcast. Two presses will kick off the Radio mode. The Yoto Daily Podcast has been so much fun for our daughter. Jake, the guy who hosts the daily episode is hilarious and super child friendly. Today we were doing "Jakes Says" (Simon Says) and it was a blast! Every day is filled with some sort of fun, story and trivia, it's wonderful. The Radio is just as great with a choice selection of kid friendly music. The audio books you can often get for free are great too. My daughter loved the Frozen one over Christmas! The battery life is fantastic and will only need a regular charge if the device is running non-stop all day or night. Speaking of nights, it has a nighttime mode you can control via the app on your phone. We use it to play white noise for our daughter which has been great. During this mode it displays the Moon on the pixelated screen (not meant to be a proper display), which helps her remember it's nighttime and not to get up at 2am. You can also turn the device onto its face which turns on a gentle glow backlight to light up the room if that's what you need. Overall, SUPER happy with the device and the ability to control it via mobile app. I can't wait to get some cards and see what else it can do!

I am so excited with this amazing little cube! I had initially been looking online for something that would provide my 8 year old son with a clock, a night light and the ability to play some music and relaxation sounds before bed when I stumbled across this gem. I had been sceptical at first that perhaps my son, who adores his books and is already a confident free reader, was now a bit too old for a story player. But then I realised that this is SO much more than an audio player and now that I have explored it myself, setting it up for his birthday, I am SO excited for him to receive it. This product will ignite a new enthusiasm for bedtime reading and I know that it will encourage him to want to explore and engage with new stories and learning, and combined with all the other functions it has to offer, it will be the perfect addition to his bedroom. Things to note: -Arrival of item and packaging are absolutely spot on. Opening up the product and following the simple instructions for set up was smooth and enjoyable. There is an App to download that syncs in with the yoto. -You can set the times of the daytime/ nighttime display mode so it is essentially like a 'gro' clock too! You can even set an alarm! -There are even free yoto radio stations and sleep sounds which I particularly love! -There is a card provided with the yoto player which gives you clear instructions on how to use the player with a list of top tips. This card can then be used as a make your own card and you can download your own content to play! -The variety of cards to purchase is amazing and there is something for every age group including fiction, non fiction, music and educational.

This is one of those purchases I will be recommending to all of my friends with kids, especially if they homeschool. I wanted a screen free option for my kids to do during independent quiet time, and the Yoto has exceeded my expectations! Both my daughters (6 yes and 3.5 yrs) love listening, and it's easy enough for both of them to use. My 6 year old in particular has exploded with her interest in reading thanks to Yoto. One of my favorite features is the headphones hookup, which makes it a great activity while younger siblings are napping. The sound quality is very high as well, and you can customize many settings through the phone app. Honestly, ditch buying your kids a tablet for Christmas. A Yoto player is way more worth it!

The Yoto Player is a must for anyone with kids. There are so many benefits to having a Yoto player - screen free time, fostering creativity and imagination through listening to the audiobooks, great past time, and easy interface. My kids can listen for hours and hours and the battery will last that long. It requires minimal parental supervision as the kids can just turn it on themselves. It’s a great quiet time activity or when they wake up early in the morning and have a bit of down time. I contemplated getting the Yoto mini for travel purposes, but I am glad I got this Yoto player. Although bulkier than the mini, the sound quality is way better and the amount of times I actually wanted to bring the Yoto player somewhere is less than the amount of times they use at home. Although you can buy their cards, the Yoto app makes it easy for you to create your own playlists and just use the one card that comes with the Yoto player. The one thing I would caution is that the volume button can turn the sound quite loud and the kids may be tempted to fiddle with it. However, with a few reminders, my kids soon understand how to adjust it to a reasonable volume.

We absolutely love the Yoto Player! It has completely transformed our kids’ screen time into something more engaging, educational, and imaginative. From the moment we unboxed it, it was clear this device was designed for kids, by people who truly understand kids. Setup was incredibly simple—even our 5-year-old could navigate it with ease. The audio cards are a brilliant idea. Just pop one in, and boom—you're off on a magical journey with stories, music, or educational content. No fiddly screens, no ads, no worries about what your child is being exposed to. It's 100% safe and age-appropriate. The audio quality is excellent, and the night light feature is a beautiful touch. Our little one uses it for bedtime stories and falls asleep listening to gentle music or calming tales. It’s also helped develop our child’s independence; they love being able to choose and play their own cards without needing adult help. What really stands out is the sheer variety of content—beloved classics, new discoveries, even podcasts and radio! And the daily Yoto updates are such a clever way to keep things fresh and exciting. We’ve also had fun recording our own stories onto blank cards, which makes it feel so personal and special. If you’re looking for a screen-free, imagination-boosting alternative that entertains, educates, and empowers your child, the Yoto Player is worth every penny. It’s not just a gadget—it’s an experience. Highly, highly recommended!