The 10 Best Outdoor Water Toys For Summer Fun

Apr 08, 2024

There's no better way for kids (and adults) to beat the heat than with some outdoor water toys. And with so many exciting options on the market — sprinklers, kiddie pools and super soakers, to name a few — everyone will be able to cool off and indulge in some summer fun.

So whether your toddler wants to play on a splash mat or your teens are in the mood for a good old-fashioned water balloon fight, we've created a list of water toys that are suitable for every age group and budget. Check out our favorite picks below:

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Jasonwell Sprinkle & Splash Play Mat, $16.99 For small kids and toddlers who want to have some outdoor, water-filled fun, you can’t go wrong with this Sprinkle & Splash Play Mat by Jasonwell. The water-filled sprinkler mat has a diameter of 68 inches and features an easy hose plug-in and a shallow water well for increased safety.

Biulotter 6 Pack Foam Water Blaster Set, $16.99 Your kids will love spraying each other with these lightweight, all-foam water blasters. Just pull back the handle of the pool toys to load the cannon with water, aim and push the handle forward to blast a jet of water at a friend or target — just not mom or dad!

Tidal Storm Hydro Swirl Spinning Water Sprinkler, $15.80 This colorful, spinning sprinkler will have your kids playing in the yard for hours. Simply connect the sprinkler to a standard garden hose and watch as the six hydro-powered wiggle tubes shoot jets of water all over the lawn.

Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table, $69.99Toddlers will love this water table set by Step2. They can get creative with the spinning wheel and use the side flipper to flip figures back into the pond. The water table also comes with a 13-piece accessory kit that includes a large bucket, two cups, a rubber duck, a frog water squirter, a fish water squirter, a strainer, a flipper, along with two spinning pieces and three maze pieces.

Nerf Super Soaker Soakzooka, $38.74 Nothing beats a classic water gun — and this Nerf Super Soaker is just that. The water reservoir holds a whopping 55 fluid ounces when full, and the easy-action pump mechanism lets you shoot a massive blast of water that’s sure to soak anyone within range.

TEAM MAGNUS Slip and Slide XL, $82 One of the most recognizable and fun outdoor water toys is the slip and slide. This model by TEAM MAGNUS is made with heavy-duty, durable PVC and features a sturdy pegging system with stakes that attach to the ground, an inflatable crash pad and over 6 feet of waterproof duct tape for instant repairs.

Bunch O Balloons Rapid-Fill Water Balloons, $16.79 If they don’t mind getting drenched, there’s no better way for kids to release some energy than with a good old-fashioned water balloon fight. This 12-pack contains 420 rapid-fill water balloons for quick and easy stockpiling. Just secure the end to a standard garden hose and watch as multiple balloons fill instantly.

Bobor Trampoline Sprinkler, $14.99 Trampolines are a blast, but they can get seriously sweltering when it’s hot out. Fortunately, this trampoline sprinkler by Bobor reduces the temperature on your trampoline by a staggering 25 degrees — enough to make sure you and your family are protected from the heat while bouncing in the yard.

Homech Family Inflatable Swimming Pool, $129.99 Since most public swimming pools are closed, why not bring the water to your back yard? This family-size inflatable swimming pool is made with durable, BPA-free material and can hold up to two adults and three to five kids. It’s the perfect addition to your backyard barbecue or cookout.

Splashin'kids Inflatable Sprinkler Pool Water Park for Kids, $29.65 This three-in-one inflatable sprinkler and kiddie pool is great for kids of all ages. The double sprinkler action shoots water from both the frog’s mouth and from all around the rim of the pool. Plus, the frog’s sprinkler reaches way beyond the pool, so other children can enjoy the cool spray from outside the pool.

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