
Ever heard of audio and music players that are designed for kids? These nifty screen-free gadgets are great for entertaining the kids when you’re on-the-go, and even when you’re at home!
As parents, we’re well aware of the negative effects that come with excessive screen time. While there are kids’ shows that are educational and low stimulating, we try not to go beyond the agreed limit. Unfortunately, toys and activities can only do so much, especially when you’re travelling. Plus, there are only so many books you can read aloud to your preschooler.
Enter audio and music players for kids. This, THIS baby right here, is a lifesaver. Think of it as an MP3 player, but for kids. It can play anything from your kids’ favourite songs to audiobooks, and some can even play podcasts or connect to kids’ radio stations. The best part? These gadgets come in adorable and kid-friendly designs that makes them easy for little hands to navigate.
Thinking of trying them out? We’ve rounded up all the best audio and music players for kids that you can get in Singapore!
Best audio and music players for kids
1. Yoto Player and Yoto Mini

What does it play? Audiobooks, music, games, podcasts, and radio shows.
Travel-friendly? Yes, for the Yoto Mini.
Internet connection required? Yes, for downloading content from Yoto cards; as well as playing podcasts and radio shows.
How do you play audio content on it? Using Yoto cards and the Yoto app.
Headphone compatible? Yes, for both wired and bluetooth headphones.
Yoto is one of the most established audio player brands in the market, and it comes in two models: the larger Yoto Player and the travel-friendly Yoto Mini. It’s super easy to operate: just slot in a Yoto card to start playing audio content, then toggle the two controllers to adjust the device’s volume or skip tracks. The brand is known for having thousands of titles, with lullabies for babies, audiobooks ranging from the classics to contemporary favourites, and even a vast musical selection (it even has a Beatles collection!). Got an existing playlist that your kids like? No problem – each Yoto set comes with a Make Your Own card that you can upload up to 100 MP3 tracks. Another standout feature is that you can play podcasts and kids’ radio channels on devices via the Yoto app. In fact, you can even sync your Yoto cards to the app, so you can play on the device via wifi (no cards needed).
Available via Yoto and Amazon Singapore.
2. Toniebox

What does it play? Audiobooks, music, and podcasts.
Travel-friendly? Yes, but can be a little bulky.
Internet connection required? Yes, for downloading content from Tonies.
How do you play audio content on it? Using Tonies.
Headphone compatible? Yes, but only for wired headphones.
Here’s an audio player that’s super popular with families. The Toniebox is a device that’s super fun to use, as kids can store and play audio content using cute figurines called Tonies. The device is designed with a soft exterior that’s absolutely huggable and squishable. But don’t be fooled by that, as this is one durable device that’ll survive minor accidents. To use, pop a Tonie onto the device, adjust the volume with the device’s cute ‘ears’, and switch tracks by giving it a gentle tap on the side. Each starter set comes with a Creative-Tonie, a hand-painted figurine that you can load your favourite audio tracks into. Don’t have any with you? Fret not, the brand releases loads of free audio content in various languages for you to download and listen to. What’s more, Tonies double up as great pretend play toys, especially when they come in the form of popular characters like Chase from Paw Patrol, Elsa from Frozen, and Peppa Pig!
Available via Amazon Singapore.
3. Echo Dot Kids

What does it play? Audiobooks, music, games, podcasts, and radio shows.
Travel-friendly? No, as it needs to be plugged in to function.
Internet connection required? Yes.
How do you use it? Using the Amazon Kids or Amazon Kids+ platform.
Headphone compatible? No.
Smart speaker users might be familiar with Amazon’s Echo Dot. But did you know that it has a smart speaker just for kids? Introducing Echo Dot Kids, a smart speaker that can play songs, read audiobooks, and even help your kids with homework! The newer models even come in cute owl and tiger designs (the dragon design is not available in Singapore at the moment). To play content, you’ll need an Amazon Kids account that can access the Skills available (eg. Spotify, games, bedtime stories etc.) on your own Echo Dot or other Alexa devices. Subscribe to the Amazon Kids+ plan and your kid can listen to songs, stories, audiobooks, and podcasts from Disney, Blippi, and Audible; as well as access to premium Alexa Skills. Using it is incredibly easy as well, all you or your kid’s gotta do is say, “Alexa, read me a story, please!”
Available via Momo Gadgets.
4. Timio

What does it play? Music, stories, and games.
Travel-friendly? Yes.
Internet connection required? No.
How do you use it? Using Timio discs.
Headphone compatible? Yes, but only for wired headphones.
The lightweight Timio is super travel-friendly, weighing only 365g and comes with an ergonomic handle that’s easy for little hands to carry around. Unlike most audio players, this device doesn’t require charging or internet connection to work. All you need to do is set your preferred language and volume, put a Timio disc onto the magnetic surface, and let the fun times begin. While you can’t create or stream your own playlist, there are over 20 Timio discs available, playing everything from nursery rhymes to stories, as well as quizzes. This device also stands out for having Mandarin audio content, making it perfect for kids who are learning or planning to pick up the language.
Available via Timio.
5. LeapFrog Let’s Record!

What does it play? Audiobooks, music, games, podcasts, and radio shows.
Travel-friendly? Yes.
Internet connection required? No.
How do you use it? Using its in-built songs, and bluetooth for external audio.
Headphone compatible? Yes, but only for wired headphones.
LeapFrog has a wide range of educational toys and devices, which also includes an audio player for kids. The brand’s Let’s Record! is more than just a music-playing device, it comes with a recording function that allows kids to create their own audio tracks too – perfect for your little musicians. Though the device only comes with 40 songs, its bluetooth feature allows you to stream music, audiobooks, podcasts, and more directly from your phone. Designed in the form of a mini radio with colourful buttons, LeapFrog’s Let’s Record! is bound to be a hit with the little ones.
Available via LeapFrog, Lazada, Shopee, Amazon Singapore, and more.
And that’s all for now! We hope this list helps you find the best audio player for your kiddos. You can bookmark this page too, as we’ll be updating the list regularly when new kids’ audio players become available in Singapore.