10 Reviews: Best Musical Toys for Babies (Apr 2024)

Let’s start with this Munchkin Mozart Magic Cube. Inside are harp, flute, French horn, piano, and violin instrument sounds that allow your little ones to learn how to combine sounds to create eight Mozart masterpieces. What makes the game even more lively is that there is a light that flashes along with the tempo of the instrument.

UPDATE...This is nice. Keeps my baby occupied for a few minutes. Shs is 5 mths. My baby is 11 mths now. She loves this so much to the point it annoys me. She will play it and as it stops doesnt matter what she is doing she stops and go press it again. I love that she loves it. We have been out of town a few times and i always bring it with us

by Suzanne grizzle

Playing maracas is so simple. No need for buttons to press. Your little one just needs to shake it and the fun rattle sounds will stimulate your baby’s senses. At the end of the maracas, there are pom-poms made of pillowy and soft fabric, making it safe for babies.

My girls adore their little rattle lol. It's baby proofed with a soft end to prevent injury. And the other end has bals inside to make sounds like a maraca!

by K. Thomas

To soothe a fussy baby, there’s no need to hand over a cellphone. At an early age, it’s essential to keep screens away so this Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes is a viable alternative. There are as many as ten melodies that can be switched by pressing the button. The good news is, you can even adjust how loud the volume is.

Just amazing. Daughter won't stop staring at it when lights and music are on. She enjoys it so much. It saved us from so many hours or crying and fuzziness, specially in the so-much-hated car seat. And we thought at first that it wouldn't be so good! It has nice songs too and even my wife and I like it. I think the key to entertain our baby was that the lights are synchronized with the music.

by Chema

Find something huggable for your little bundle of joy that can also play songs when you are busy doing the chores. To activate the melody, squeeze the octopus’s head. Uniquely, the tentacles will teach your little one about different colors in three languages: English, Spanish, and French. Truly educational and the size is ideal for on the go.

Bought it as a gift for a one year old baby! I love that this toy is very educational and stimulating. When you press the face of the octupus, it plays tunes from Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart. Each tentacles says different colors and it can also speak 3 languages (English, Spanish, French). The doll needs 2 AA batteries and it's very soft and cuddly.

by MarjD

If one instrument is not enough, you can perform this Musical Activity Cube which provides 15 different activities in one product. The six sides require pulls, presses, turns, and hammers which indirectly train children’s motor skills. Not to mention the music and lights that made him never get bored exploring every single feature.

We just gifted this to my son for his first birthday. He loves it! There are so many switch and buttons to push, and with each one comes a new sound! There is also a little hammer included that you can use to hit buttons with. It captured the attention of my 1, 3, and 5 year old!

by Haleigh Musteric

The instruments that appear on this product are only pianos and drums, but if you dive deeper, this musical toy can produce guitars, trumpets, sax and hand drums, and adorable animal sounds. No need to worry about noise because the volume is adjustable so you can set it as you wish. Plus, the battery is durable, no need to replace it again and again.

This was PERFECT for our 20 month old twins! Durable, several volume options, so many different sounds/songs/noises that keeps them entertained! Batteries are holding up very well. Recommend this for your own toddlers or would also make a great gift! Buy with confidence!

by Weston & Lacey Jones

Turn your baby into a little musician with this Melissa & Doug Band-in-a-Box. There are ten different instruments, including a tambourine, cymbals, maracas, a clacker, tone blocks, and a triangle that sit nicely in a sturdy wooden storage crate. Each of which produces a variety of sounds that contribute to cognitive enhancement.

Purchased this as a gift for family member. Also had this same set for my children when they were younger. Great set of musical instruments. All wood and metal natural materials - no plastic! Wonderful set that can be passed down for generations. Highly recommend - Melissa & Doug toys are excellent quality!

by Andrea

If you want something more concise, trust Melissa & Doug Musical Farmyard Cube. Their adorable cube will introduce your sweetie to animal sounds and cheerful songs. This product includes a sturdy teether, knotted tags, crinkly flower petals and tabs, and a toddler-tough plastic mirror. It will make a great gift for children aged six months to two years.

My granddaughter fell in love with this toy at daycare and I had to buy it because she wouldn't leave with out it. The colors and sounds are very exciting for her and she played with it for hours

by Alicia Lathan

Look at this cutie plush toy! An adorable squirrel that reminds you of the hilarious Ice Age cartoons. To play the music, your baby only needs to pull the squirrel tail until it comes out of the acorn; the music will be sung as the squirrel returns to the nuts. Attach the hook and loop closure to the stroller so that your little one won’t get bored while morning walk.

When I saw this I thought it would be a great gift for my 8 week old grandson. He loves it! He watches the squirrel and chatters and smiles and moves his arms and legs. It is really cute!

by L. Orens

Last but not least, we come to Tiny Love Black & White Gymini. This monochrome color may be less cheerful for parents, but it provides the perfect visual stimulation for young babies. 18 activities make your little one busy learning and having fun. Each toy is detachable so you can vary it as you wish. Furthermore, your play mat purchase comes with a developmental guidebook which contains the 7 Development Wonders system for your parenting knowledge intake.

My son loved this when he was a baby. He looked around in awe at all the baubles and toys and would grab anything within reach. The black and white color scheme doesn't appeal to most adults, but the high contrast is easier for babies to see clearly. He used it until he was almost crawling and somehow learned to flip it over. Then we passed it on to the next newborn we knew. The mat is washable. Makes a great gift.

by Dressmaker