A phone is more than a way to chat with friends and family, it’s also a camera, a music player, a way to access social media and more. That’s why so many families have more than one phone in the house. But which phone should you buy? It depends on what you want to do with it. Are you looking for a phone with a great camera? Do you want to access tons of games? Do you need a phone that has a huge screen to watch videos on? Are you looking for a smartphone or a simpler phone?
To help you find the best phone for you, we’ve rounded up the best phones for kids and teens, the top smartphones and the best phones for seniors.
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Our Editor’s Best Pretend Phones Smartphones Reviews
SaleBestseller No. 1
JOYIN Pretend Play Smart Phone, Keyfob Key Toy and Credit Cards Set, Kids Toddler Cellphone Toys, Toddler Birthday Gifts Toys for 1 2 3 4 5 Year Old, Kids Presents Toys
- Great Value. Set includes Electronic Toy Keyfob, Electronic Toy Phone, Driver's License and Debit Card. Each Toy Accessory Provides Different Play Patterns Adding-up to Endless Hands-on Play period.
- SOUND EFFECTS. Toy Mobile Phone (Requires 3 AAA Batteries Not Included) Talks Back to Kids with14 Different Unique Phrases and Music When Touched. Electronic Toy Keyfob (Requires 3 L44 Batteries Included) Features Colorful Press Buttons with Three Different Car Sounds
- INCREDIBLE DETAILS. Driver License and Debit Cards are all Designed with Details and Fashion. It’s Handy and Perfect for Toddler Fashion Expert to Play
- PREMIUM QUALITY & SAFETY. Child Safe: Non-Toxic. Meet US toy standard. Safety test approved.
- EXCEPTIONAL CARE: We're big on the little things. That's why customer safety and satisfaction are at the heart of everything we do. Contact us if products don't meet your expectations. We look forward to ensuring every moment brings you joy.
$19.89
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SaleBestseller No. 2
Kids Smart Phone for Girls, Toddler Toys for 3-10, Touchscreen HD Dual Camera Kids Toys Phone for with Music Player, Games, 16GB SD Card, Christmas Birthday Gifts, Pretend Play Smartphone for Kids
- All-in-One Toddler Phone: This kids cell phone toy offers fun apps to meet toddlers' needs. Kids can take photos and videos to capture special moments. Features like arithmetic learning, storytelling, and painting spark creativity and build empathy and logical thinking. The "Habits" feature promotes time management, boosting kids' confidence as they complete tasks in daily life
- Fun and Learning in One: This toys for girls 5-7 phone features 8 puzzle games that help children relax while boosting logical thinking, reaction time, and hand-eye coordination. The graffiti painting feature sparks creativity, and with 5 stories plus an MP3 music player, kids can enjoy fun on the go. The 3.5mm headphone jack and 16GB SD card offer extra storage for more music and enjoyment
- Capture Special Moments with Dual Cameras: This phone girls toys age 6-8 has dual cameras for photos and videos, with easy front and rear camera switching for selfies. Kids can use 28 fun stickers to personalize their pictures and capture memories with family and friends. A durable lanyard is included for easy carrying and to prevent loss
- Exceptional Protection: This phone for girls toys age 6-8 is encased in a durable silicone shell, offering outstanding protection for everyday accidental drops. Its shock-resistant design absorbs impacts, keeping the toy safe during play. Easy access to buttons, ports, and speakers ensures endless fun for your little ones!
- Perfect Gift for Kids: This phone for kids is a great present toys for girls age 6-8. ideal for birthdays, back-to-school, and Christmas. Easy to use, it allows kids to capture photos and share moments safely. The 2.5'' touchscreen features 32 wallpapers and 19 backgrounds for customization. With a durable silicone case and a long-lasting 800mAh battery, this compact phone is fun and imaginative!
$42.99
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Bestseller No. 3
B. toys- Hi!! Phone - Silver- Pretend Play Smartphone – Interactive Kids' Cellphone – Sounds & Songs – Toy Phone for Toddlers – 18 Months +
- Toy Smartphone: Play, learn, and have fun on-the-go with a colorful and realistic cellphone.
- Fun Features: Press the buttons to hear numbers 0 through 9, record messages, then play them back.
- Songs & Sounds: Listen to 4 fun songs, true-to-life sounds, and a ringtone. (3 AAA batteries are included.)
- Educational Play: The Hi.. Phone sparks creativity and helps kids learn about numbers.
- Age: This toy cellphone is recommended for toddlers 18 months plus
$12.99
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SaleBestseller No. 4
Kids Smart Phone Girls Toy: Christmas Birthday Gifts for Girls Age 3-10 - Working Real Play Cell Phone - Toddler Toy Learning Phone (Pink)
- Multifunctional Kids Smart Phone - The touch screen kid's smartphone combines entertainment and learning in one, designed for children ages 3-10. Not only does it comes with a wide range of entertainment and learning options, such as games, music, fairy tales and more, but it also comes with useful gadgets that kids need, such as recorder, calculator, calendar, alarm clock, stopwatch and more.
- Kids Phone Learning Toys - With the newly added geography board of the toddler phone, kids can easily learn the world map and the four oceans. Enrich your child's knowledge and stimulate the interest of automatic exploration and learning. In addition, 12 habit-tracking time alarm management assistants can keep your child's good daily habits and develop a sense of time.
- Fun Relaxation Time - Kids Toys Mobile has 8 puzzle games to exercise children's logical thinking, reflexes and hand-eye coordination while they are entertained. Paint function allows children to fully utilize their imagination and creativity. The Kids Smartphone has 5 built-in fun stories and an MP3 music player (supports 3.5mm headphone jack) that lets kids enjoy music and fun on the go. To prevent loss, the kid's phone comes with a lanyard for easy carrying.
- Dual Cameras to Record Good Times - The smartphone for kids supports dual cameras to take photos and videos, which can be quickly switched between front and back cameras to take selfies easily.What's more, the kid's phone comes with 13 fun photo frames, allowing kids to choose their favorite frames to record good moments with family or friends and set photos as wallpaper.
- Personalization and Ample Memory - There are 19 styles of wallpapers and 32 desktop background wallpapers to choose from. The 32GB SD card will satisfy kids to store more favorite music, videos, and take lots of photos. Meanwhile, this girl's phone is equipped with a drop-proof silicone case and an 800mAh battery that lasts up to 30 days, which will be a pleasant surprise for kids.
$29.99
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SaleBestseller No. 5
Kids Phone Toys for Boys Girls 3-8 Year Old Pretend Smartphones Learning Toys with Rotating Camera Videos 28 Games 2.8" Touchscreen Music Player Storybook 8G SD Card Toddler Fake Phone (1. Blue)
- Safe Phone Toys: This phones for kids has disabled internet, no web browsing, no support for downloading apps, built-in games, camera, video, music player, storybook, alarm clock, timer, pedometer, flashlight, calculator, calendar, parental controls etc, a safe and practical alternative to tablets for kids.
- 180°Rotatable Camera & Video Recording: The 2023 updated version of the smart phones for kids is designed with a 180-degree rotatable camera that can be manually adjusted to front or rear camera, supporting video recording and photo taking. kids phone toy comes with 10 cute photo stickers for kids to take some funny photos with their family or friends and satisfy their exploration of camera.
- 28 puzzle games: Our kids mini phone comes with 28 built-in video games, there are basketball shooting, racing games, math calculations, more variety of phone games than in the market, perfect pre-kindergarten toy for 3-8 years old. To prevent kids from getting addicted to games, the cell phone is designed with a parental control mode to limit the time they playing games.
- MP3 Player & ABC Alphabet Cards: This kids pretend smartphones not only supports 3.5MM headphones but also has a built-in speaker so kids can play music anytime. (Just download the music on the memory card in advance). The fake phone also comes pre-loaded with 10 storybooks, 100 ABC Alphabet Learning Cards, colorful pictures and realistic animal sounds preschool children visual and auditory training.
- HD Touch Screen: This pretend phones is designed specifically for kids, light weight, size is perfect for little hands, comes with 2.8 inches high resolution touchscreen, just like your real cell phone touch smooth and responsive, easy to navigate. We provide excellent customer service, if there is any problem with the phones, welcome to contact the seller by email, will help you to return or replace.
$29.97
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Bestseller No. 6
Kids Toy Smartphone, Gifts and Toys for Girls Boys Ages 3-8 Years Old, Fake Play Dinosaur Toy Phone Music Dual Camera Games, Birthday
- [Multi-functional Kids Toy Phone] The kids phone toy is equipped with a 2.8-inch IPS touch screen and has multiple functions just like an actual phone. Kids can take pictures and videos, listen to music and stories, and play games. The pretend phone toy can also use as a torch, alarm, calculator and calendar. This play phone is a non-toxic, BPA-free, radiation-free and safe toddler toys for kids aged 3-7 years old who always want to use your phone.
- [A Useful Toddler Learning Toy] With 13 fun puzzle games, kids can have fun when bored. Puzzle games also stimulate kids' creative thinking and improve their hand-eye coordination. In addition, the alarm function helps kids get up for school on time. There also have 26 beautiful wallpapers for kids to choose with fun. The pretend cell phone is a good toy loved by kids ages 3-8 years old but also a practical tool for kids' daily life.
- [Dual Camera with MP3 Player] The toy phone features front and rear cameras with 23 cute cartoon frames and is a good camera toys for 3 4 5 6 7 years old boys and girls. It's easy for kids to take photos, video record and self-timer anytime and anywhere. It also has a built-in music player. With the micro SD card, you can download music or stories for child. Screen-free listen experience will help your kids' imagination as well as concentration.
- [Ideal Gift for Boys and Girls Age 3-7] Kids always like to be treated as adults and have the same thing as their parents, especially a phone. This kids toy phone is an ideal gift for kids ages 3 4 5 6 7 years old when choosing boys or girls gift on birthday, Children's day, Valentine's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year. The built-in 600mAh rechargeable battery allows 4-5 hours of daily use for kids.
- [Portable for Kids Travel Activity] The lightweight and durable kids fake phone is super convenient for kids travel activity when in the car, airplane, restaurant or party. And kids can listen to their own bedtime stories without their parents' accompany. It's also a popular toy to keep kids' hands busy when camping without the internet. Young girls and boys can use it to play games, listen to music and take photos with their friends on travel.
$40.99
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Bestseller No. 7
Kids Smart Phone for Girls, Christmas Birthday Gifts for Girls Age 3-10,Kids Toys Cell Phone, Toddler Learning Play Toy Phone with Dual Camera, Game, Music Player
- Multifunctional Kids Smart Phone:The upgraded touchscreen kids' cell phone comes with various features, including a selfie camera, MP3 player, games, paint, voice recorder, country and daily guide, alarm, flashlight, stopwatch, calculator, theme and screensaver selection, time format, volume control, and more. It offers convenience, fun, and a new experience for kids ages 4-12.
- Educational Kids Toy:The upgraded kids' toy phone features 26 alphabet lessons, 10 storybook fables, 24 country landmarks, 5 daily activities, and 13 puzzle games to enhance logic, thinking, and reaction skills. With the drawing feature, kids can express themselves artistically anytime, without needing paper or a dedicated drawing area.
- Habit Tracking: The toddler toy phone includes a built-in flashlight for exploring and a timer for managing time. The habit recorder helps remind children to engage in activities like studying, eating, and exercising, promoting the development of good habits and improving self-discipline and focus.
- MP3 Music Player and Funny Photo Frames: The kids pretend phones features high-quality speakers for enjoying music without headphones. It includes an SD memory card for downloading MP3 songs, pictures, and videos. Children can take photos with 23 funny frames, capturing happy moments with family and friends.
- Great Gift for Girls and Boys Ages 3-8:The kids smartphones is small, lightweight, and made from safe materials. It's an ideal gift for birthdays and Christmas for boys and girls aged 3 - 10.
$35.89
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Bestseller No. 8
ALKOO Kids Toy Smartphone Case Compatible with Kikapabi/for Joozfee/for dancingcow/for Prysyedawn, Learning Toys Holder for Play Cell Phone, SD Card, Over 7 Years Age- Purple
- Perfect fit- Compatible with various kids phone, including for Kikapabi/ for Joozfee/ for dancingcow/ for Prysyedawn/ for Stepread/ for UCIDCI/ for ASIUR kids toy smartphone. Internal dimensions fit most kids play phone, measuring 5.23*2.91*0.78 inches. Note: Only selling the case, kids cell phone and accessories not included.
- Snugly protects the fake phone screen- The elastic band securely fastens the child's kids phone real, preventing slips and protecting phone toy from accidental drops or damages while playing. The cushioned divider serves as a shock absorber, safeguarding kids smart phone screen from impacts and scratches.
- Holds all accessories- This protective case offers a larger capacity with a convenient half mesh pocket that can hold USB type-c cables, SD cards, lanyards and other kids cell phone toy accessories. Keep baby phone everything you need in one place.
- Excellent protection and durability- The outer layer of the case is made of waterproof and dustproof material, providing phones for kids comprehensive protection against splashes and dust particles. The smooth zipper ensures easy opening and closing, making it convenient for children to use their play phone
- Easy to carry- The detachable hand strap adds convenience, allowing for easy carrying or attaching the case to a bag or backpack. Whether in a car, on a plane, or in a restaurant, it ensures easy and safe transportation of the child's mini phone. Lightweight, durable, and vibrant in color, it's an ideal christmas gifts for boys and girls who own phone.
$15.99
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Bestseller No. 9
Kids Phone Toy Gift for Girls 3 4 5 6 7 8 Years Old, Toddler Smart Phone Learning Toys - Pretend Play Phones with Educational Games, MP3 Music Player, Birthday Gifts for Boys Age 3-8 (Pink)
- Safe and Durable Shockproof Kids Phone Toy: The play phone for kids is professionally designed for age 3 4 5 6 7 8. Made with high-quality non-toxic soft plastic, this toddler music player is safe and comfortable for children's skin. The shockproof shell provides effective anti-fall protection, ensuring the device lasts longer. You can also adjust the brightness of the smart phone screen to protect children's eyes.
- New Upgraded Toddler Phone: The ASIUR kids play phone offers more diverse entertainment and new features. Including 10 fable stories, 24 landmark buildings, 26 ABC learning, 5 daily life, and painting. Kids phone supports selfies, video recording, and a 3.5mm audio jack. Improve the experience for your kids growth with interesting. Provide entertainment while keeping kids away from the phone with the internet.
- Multi-functional Kids Learning Toys: All in one and easy to use. The kids smart phone includes a built-in flashlight for emergencies or exploring, a timer for managing activities, and a calculator for mathematical calculations. Besides, the habits recorder helps the child to learn time management skills allowing them to focus on their priorities. Kids phone toy designed to be a child's first phone with features that cater to their various needs.
- Kids Gift for Girls Boys Age 3-8: Kids pretend phone comes with a charming cute pattern design, and the 2.8" touchscreen is very easy to operate for toddler kids. Your child will have their first own fake music cell phone, and you will never worry about your child messing up your smartphone again. This Kids Smart Phone makes for the ideal Birthday, Christmas, Children's Day, festival, or holiday gift for boys and girls 3 4 5 6 7 8 years old.
- Fun Puzzle Games Play Phone for Kids: The kids play cell phone has 13 Puzzle games to choose from. Which can help kids develop their logical thinking, reaction skills, and hand-eye coordination. The kid phone also has an anti-addiction school mode that allows parents to control the kids’ daily game time. The phone toy comes with a portable lanyard for easy carrying, a USB Type-C cable and an 8GB micro SD card.
$38.99
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Bestseller No. 10
Kids Smart Phone for Girls, Christmas Birthday Gifts for Kids Age 3-12, Toddler Smart Phone Learning Educational Toy Pretend Play Phones with Educational Games, 8 GB Card
- 【Multifunctional Kids Phone Toy】Our kids phone designed to meet the diverse needs of kids! Packed with features including a camera, video, games, music, recording, calculator, alarm clock, stopwatch, timer, flashlight, calendar, and other practical functions. Also, the 3.5mm headphone jack allows for private listening, making it perfect for every child's daily activities
- 【Dual HD Cameras】Capture the magic of childhood with our kids smartphone featuring dual cameras! Kids can easily switch between the front and rear cameras for fun selfies or group photos with friends and family. With many adorable stickers to choose from, every snapshot becomes a creative masterpiece, perfect for documenting joyful moments and exciting adventures
- 【Kids Phone Learning Toys】Introduce your child to the joy of learning with our kids phone, designed to make mastering the A-Z letters fun and engaging! Through vibrant sounds of letters, animals, and fruits, kids will naturally explore and expand their knowledge. The built-in habit tracker time alarm management helper instill good daily routines, encouraging them to understand the concept of time
- 【MP3 Player& Puzzle Games】This children's phone is equipped with a high-quality MP3 player, provides higher audio resolution. And can easily fit into pockets and backpacks. Kids can listen to their favorite songs anytime, anywhere.8 fun puzzle games can help children relax and release stress, exercising their logical thinking, reaction skills, and hand-eye coordination
- 【Great Gift for 3-12 Years Olds Kids】Our kids smartphone is just what you need! With a responsive touchscreen, kids can explore 10 stylish wallpapers and 21 fun desktop backgrounds to personalize their experience. The adorable silicone case not only adds charm but also provides durability and drop protection. Perfect for kids aged 3-12, this toy phone is a delightful surprise for birthdays or Christmas
$34.99
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Best Pretend Phones Smartphones Buying Guide
Before choosing the best pretend phone you should consider following options:
1. Selection of the Screen: The screen of the phone plays the most important role in determining how a phone looks and feels. A phone’s screen can be made of glass or plastic.
The main difference between the two is that glass screens are more durable. On the other hand, plastic screens are lighter and cheaper.
2. Size of the Screen: It is quite important to choose a phone with a screen that you will be comfortable using. This means that you should consider the size of the screen as well as your eye-to-screen distance.
You will have to hold your phone further away from your eyes when watching videos. You can calculate the appropriate screen size by dividing your arm’s length by 2.5 to get an estimation of the screen size.
3. Screen Resolution: Screen resolution refers to the number of pixels on a screen. Higher resolution means that a phone will be more detailed and it will be easier to read texts.
4. Screen Quality: The quality of the screen is determined by its brightness, contrast, and viewing angles.
The higher the screen quality, the more realistic and pleasing the phone will seem. It is also easier for users to distinguish between the screen and the background.
5. Battery Life: Batteries found in smartphones are more advanced than traditional batteries and can be charged in different ways.
Depending on the type of battery, the phone can be used for longer periods of time before needing a recharge.
6. Security: The type of security a phone has depends on the operating system it has and the features it offers.
For example, iPhones have TouchID to authenticate users, while Android phones have fingerprint scanners, too.
7. Storage and RAM: RAM refers to the memory that a phone uses to perform different tasks. Having more RAM allows the phone to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
Storage is crucial because it is the place where all the data is stored. When choosing a phone, it is important to consider the amount of storage and RAM that it has.
8. Camera Quality: Nowadays, almost every smartphone has a camera, even if it is only a single-lens camera.
The quality of the camera depends on the number of pixels, aperture, and the stabilization system that it has.
9. Features: Features are what set each phone apart from the rest. Depending on the features, the phone can be more or less expensive.
Depending on the features that a phone has, it can be more or less expensive.
What else you should know about pretend phones smartphones
1. What are the best pretend phones on the market?
There is no definitive answer to this question since there are many different types of pretend phones on the market and what may be the best for one person may not be the best for another. Some factors to consider when choosing a pretend phone include the age of the child, the child’s interests, and the price.
2. What are the differences between pretend phones and smartphones?
Pretend phones are usually much simpler than smartphones. They may have fewer features and functions, and may be designed for younger children.
3. What are the benefits of having a pretend phone?
Some benefits of having a pretend phone are that it can help children learn how to use a real phone, develop communication skills, and learn about responsibility. Pretend phones can also help children stay calm and occupied in situations where they might otherwise be bored or restless.
4. How do pretend phones work?
Pretend phones work by simulating the experience of using a real phone. They usually have buttons that make sounds or light up, and some may even have displays that show basic images.
5. What are the most popular features of pretend phones?
Some of the most popular features of pretend phones include the ability to make phone calls, send text messages, and take pictures.
Conclusion
On the market, there are numerous best pretend phones smartphones. Hopefully, the list of the top ten best pretend phones smartphones will save you time researching and deciding on the best one for you.