11 Octonauts toys for your little explorer to recreate their favourite show

Selection of Octonauts toys for toddlers

by Adejumoke Ilori |
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If your kids are fans of the popular show Octonauts Above & Beyond, why not look into some of the great Octonauts toys you can now get because your little one will love making up their own adventures! With fantastic storylines and different figures, plus lots of information for your child to learn too, it comes as no surprise that this has become a favourite educational and entertaining tv showwith kids and even better that along with the show there is a great selection of toys including play sets and plushies.

For those of you that haven’t come across Octonauts (yet), it is an ocean-set preschool cartoon that boosts kids' inquisitiveness about the world that we live in, by introducing them to some of the sea's diverse species. The show features exciting facts about sea animals in its stories, and the characters promote teamwork, companionship, friendship and being kind to others. With so much to learn and enjoy, it is popular with both kids and parents.

We all know that kids love role play toys, or snuggling up with their favourite cuddly, especially if that toy is a character from their favourite show. We also know that role play is great for creativity and imagination and will encourage your child to move away from the screen and play instead, and that is why an Octonauts play set is such a great addition to your little one's toy collection.

Best Octonauts toys at a glance:

Best overall Octonauts toy for kids: Plush Kwazii & Paani Toy, £22.99
•Best Octonauts toy for sound: Sound Effects Plush Captain Barnacles Toy, £16.49
•Best Octonauts toy for price: Gup Racers Vehicles, £30.94
•Best Octonauts toy for role play: Toy Figure 8 Pack,£26.98
•Best Octonauts play set: Octoray Transforming Playset, £29.98

The series is based on a children's book, which has the same title name, and can help encourage some read-aloud sessions with your little one as well, to help build confidence. And, as these toys are engaging and aimed at multiple age groups, the use of sound, character recordings, and vehicles and characters is really engaging. Here we researched and found the best ones for little bubba.

The best Octonauts toy 2024

Best overall Octonauts toy

plush toy

Rrp: $19.99

Price: $18.71

Description

This amazing pack comes with 2 Octonauts Plush toy Figures - Kwazii and Paani which your little Octonauts fan will love snuggling. At 8" tall they are perfect for any adventure. One customer said these are exactly like the characters with the same shades of colour and they loved that they were not too expensive. However, they did comment that they were smaller than expected. We like how they are made with luxurious materials and feature embellished details, to make them just like the characters on TV. One reviewer loved that these plushies were soft enough to sleep with too. While you get two plushies in this pack, we love that there are four to collect so your little one can have all their favourites to snuggle.

Pros

  • Perfect size for cuddling
  • Good quality, soft materials

Cons

  • Some reviewers thought they were a bit smaller than expected

Best Octonauts toy for sound

plush Octonauts captain
Price: $41.84

Description

Does your child love Captain Barnacles? Not only is this a great plush toy for them to snuggle, but it also includes 5 sounds. One reviewer said that their child loves it, especially the octo alert sound, although they wish there were other characters to choose from. Another customer was pleased with Captain Barnacles but they were disappointed that the sounds are single sounds and not songs or sentences. They also thought they were a bit too loud. At 13 inches tall, Captain Barnacles is a great size for your child to cuddle and he is finished with detailed stitching and embroidery and the material is soft and snuggly.

Pros

  • Includes 5 sounds
  • Great to cuddle

Cons

  • No other characters to choose from

Best octonauts toy for mobility

vehicle octonauts
Price: $19.99

Description

With four Octonauts to race and play with, your little one will have hours of fun. Each pack includes, Captain Barnacles with Gup-A, Terra-Gup 1 with Paani, Tweak with Terra-Gup 2, and Dashi with the Octoray so they are perfect for playing alone or with friends. One customer said her daughter loves playing with the Octonauts vehicles and commented that they are small but good for little hands. Customers all really liked the size of these with one saying she even used them as cake toppers. We were also impressed that they can used on all surfaces, which makes them great while travelling to help entertain little ones while away. However, do bear in mind that they are not suitable for children under 3 which might disappoint some Octonauts fans.

Pros

  • Each racer can go really fast with fast rolling wheels
  • Great for using at home or while travelling

Cons

  • Not suitable for children under 3 years old

Best Octonauts toy for role play

Octonauts toys
Price: $31.29

Description

These amazing mini Octonaut toys will have your little one creating their very own TV show and recreating their favourite Octonauts moments. The 8 pack includes Captain Barnacles, Kwazii, Paani, Tunip, Shellington, Dashi, Peso and Professor Inkling and even better they are compatible with Octonauts vehicles and play sets so the fun can go on and on. For 8 little figures, several customers did comment that this pack feels expensive and also that they don't feel that robust because the characters are quite light. However, other customers thought that despite being light the figures were good quality and durable. They are detailed figures and look identical to the characters from the show which any little Octonauts fans will love.

Pros

  • Pack works with all Deluxe Vehicles and Playsets
  • Teaches kids imaginative skills

Cons

  • ‎Some reviewers thought these felt too light and fragile

Best Octonauts toy for glowing in the dark

Description

If your little one hates to stop playing Octonauts, then these are good for bedtime and during the night because they glow in the dark. In a set of 3, your little Octonauts fan will love seeing their favourite characters light up their room even after they have finished their adventure for the day. One customer said her daughter likes that you can move the arms and legs, and she thinks they are a perfect size. However, while they do glow in the dark, several reviewers didn't think they glowed for long enough which was a little disappointing. Other customers were disappointed that there is no option to buy Peso, who is a big favourite. They are great for recreating scenes and encouraging imaginative play and if your little one has other Octonauts play sets they can be used as part of the game too.

Pros

  • Comes in a 3 pack
  • Glow in the dark

Cons

  • Missing peso which disappointed some reviewers

Best Octonauts toy for technology

Octonauts toy
Price: $16.99

Description

Does your little one dream of recreating the Octonauts missions? Then this is their chance to save the freshwater crocodile, with a 2.8 Paani figure and the Terra Gup 2. This is also great because it features interactive elements such as a rotating shell cover of the Terra Cup which your little one can flip open, and the drill rotates too as the Terra Gup is pushed along the floor.  Customers were pleased with this toy because it is hard to find a Terra Cup and one customer in particular said her son loves recreating all the missions. Unfortunately, several reviewers reported issues with the heads of the characters being weak and on occasion falling off when played with. Generally customers were pleased with the toy and said it was a big hit with their little Octonauts fans. The pack includes four pieces including a mission card and it is compatible with other figures and play sets.

Pros

  • Works with Playsets and other Octonauts Figures & Vehicles
  • Great for imaginative playtime

Cons

  • Poor quality, some characters heads fell off when played with

Best Octonauts toy playset

octonauts playset

Rrp: $43.99

Price: $31.42

Description

Get your kids in flying mode, with this transforming HQ playset and removable mini ray. It magically changes from jet to mobile HQ which we think all little Octonauts fans will love. Plus it also includes 3 creatures, a Chinese sturgeon, panda, and giant salamander. One customer said her 7 year old Grandson even loves it and she thinks it was well worth the money. We like the lights and sounds which will entertain both younger and older children plus we were impressed with the opening ramp, moveable lift, and spinning engines. It is a seven piece set which is great, however, do bear in mind that it contains small pieces and so it might not be suitable for younger fans because of a risk of choking if they put any small pieces in their mouth. While it is a good quality toy and reviewers liked how durable it was, it will not withstand rough play and some customers said it is better for older children because it can be complicated for younger children to use and they can damage it by forcing levers. It is a great size for playing and we like that it is compatible with other play sets and figures so your child can grow their collection and expand their games.

Pros

  • Works with all figures, Gups and Terra Gups
  • Lots of lights and sounds

Cons

  • Choking Hazard - Toy contains small parts and is not suitable for children under 3 years

Best Octonauts toy for role play

Description

 
If your little one loves playing doctors and also loves Octonauts then this is the perfect play set. It includes a soft peso doll and snot sea cucumber figure, as well as a medical bag with stethoscope, thermometer, 2 bandages (1 plastic, 1 fabric). It is great for encouraging role play and your little one can use this for Octonauts games but also any other toys (or relatives!) who might need looking after. One customer said her 2-year-old is obsessed with Peso and as a result has declared a desire to be a doctor. This set is one of her favourite toys and she won't leave the house without it. Customers have commented that it is bigger than expected, although the stethoscope is not very big and is made from tough plastic that is a bit sore if worn in the ears. It is a fun set for younger Octonauts fans, especially those who love Peso.

Pros

  • Learn fun facts with the included creature card and Octo Tablet
  • Great for role play

Cons

  • The plastic stethoscope is quite small for children to wear

Best Octonauts tone

Octonauts tonieJohn Lewis

Description

We all love tonies figures and even better that there is an Octonauts figure to listen to. If your little one is a fan of Kwazii, then this tonie is packed full of stories told by Kwazii which take place both on land and in the sea. There are maps and swordfish and treasure hunts which make for an action packed listening session. At 82 minutes long, this is a lengthy tonie, great for older listeners but maybe a little too long for younger children. The tonie itself is beautifully crafted and features Kwazii standing with a treasure chest. One reviewer said it is "well worth the investment" adding that "it is a good length" and keeps her son occupied. Of course, you do need a tonieboxto listen to these stories and then you just place Kwazii on top of the box and he starts telling your little one his stories.

Pros

  • 82 minutes long
  • Stories from the land and sea

Cons

  • Kwazii is the only character to choose from

Best interactive Octonauts toy

Octonauts Octopod PlaysetAmazon

Rrp: $49.99

Price: $44.43

Description

Your little one will love recreating their favourite episodes with this fun playset which includes lots of interactive additions such as a net launcher, claw and spyglasses. We also love that it comes with characters including Captain Barnacles, Tweak, Barrot the Vegimal, and Gup-A, as well as some sea creatures, a barracuda,, starfish and turtle. It is perfect for sparking their imagination and letting your child create some brilliant underwater stories. Standing at just under 40cm it is a good size for even small hands to interact with, but still small enough to be fit in a toy box or cupboard at the end of the day when the adventures are over. One customer said that the "Pod is very sturdy and a lot of fun." Although a few reviewers have complained that the character of Captain Barnacles is not strong enough and his head can come off when children try to remove his helmet. Overall parents were pleased with the quality and thought it was good value for money.

Pros

  • A good size play set with interactive features
  • Includes well know characters and sea creatures

Cons

  • Captain Barnacles is more fragile than the other characters, especially when children try to remove his helmet

Best Octonauts bath toy

Fisher-Price Octonauts Peso Bath SquirterAmazon

Rrp: $5.99

Price: $3.89

Description

For Peso fans, this toy is perfect, especially as they can play with it in the bath too which makes it great for recreating those ocean scenes. It can also be used in water tables if your little one can't wait until bath time to play Octonauts. Part of the Little People collection, there are more characters to collect too. One customer said it is perfect for 4-year-old hands and that her daughter loved it so much she slept with it in her hands too. Although another customer said her 3-year-old son found it a bit boring because it doesn't squirt enough. We like that it is tough and good quality, plus it is bright and bold to make it suitable for younger children too.

Pros

  • Ideal size for toddler hands
  • Easy to squirt and good quality

Cons

  • Some children didn't find it very exciting, it only squirts water

What age is Octonauts aimed at?

Octonauts is show for preschoolers, so it is ideal for 3 and 4 year olds. That said, older children might enjoy some of the ocean facts and younger children will like the colours and sounds in each episode. Like all TV programmes or toys, they won't appeal to all children regardless of age, however, Octonauts is visually stimulating, has memorable characters and lots of information so it might appeal to a wider age group and will encourage imaginative play.

Remember, toys can be a great way to introduce your child to play and support their growth. The best toys for children are open-ended because they inspire creativity and help develop problem solving skills.

Can Octonauts toys go in water?

Like all toys, it is best to check the packaging to see if they are waterproof. There are Octonauts bath toys available, and if you are looking for something that your little one can splash around with, then these will be ideal.

Are Octonauts toys good for toddlers?

Yes, even if they are not a fan of the TV show, the toys are great for encouraging children's' thinking skills and supporting language and fine motor skills. Also, especially for Octonauts fans, the toys will really spark their imagination because they are both fun and educational toys and they can use the playlets or characters to recreate their favourite episodes, or even create their own story. Always check the age recommendation on the toys when giving to younger children to ensure there are no dangerous parts or that they are not too complicated and cause frustration.

Mummy to a little girl, Adejumoke Ilori is Commercial Content Writer for Mother&Baby. With a BA hon in Creative Writing, she has worked for digital platforms, where she has empowered women from the inside and out, by sharing real life stories based on relationships and loving yourself.

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