Munchkin Mozart Magic Cube vs Baby Einstein Baby Neptune Ocean Orchestra Musical Toy --- which is better for 1 yr olds?
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I have had both. I have found all of my children have preferred baby Einstein Baby Neptune Ocean Orchestra toy. Even my baby who is extremely visually impaired loves it!
1933555
I highly recommend the Baby Neptune Ocean Orchestra toy as it's very interactive and it's great for the kids to use as they grow, they have a hand in making the music.
1933556
Magic Cube. My daughter has loved it since before she was one. We got the Neptune toy for her when she was 10+ months and she was scared of it for the first few weeks. I also think the magic cube is better quality and more durable.
1933557
I've never heard of the magic cube. but I can say that I bought the baby Einstein toy for my 7 month old niece and she loved it. I'm not sure if that's any help or not!
1933558
I don't have experience with the cube but from my perspective the Turtle is much more visually appealing and fun.
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My 14 mth old grandson loves the Baby Einstein. Can't compare the Magic Cube. I'm sure your child will be entertained with Baby Einstein.
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My twins got this for their first birthday. They love hearing it sing & shoving the "cookies" into the front hole, but aren't coordinated enough yet to match the shapes & get them in the small holes. It's definitely too simple for my 4 year old though. I would guess 1-3 year olds would be the best age range for this toy.
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I think My Pal Violet would be more appropriate for a one year old. I purchased it for my granddaughter who will be 2 on Jan 6th.
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can't answer as I only have the baby einstein and my grand-daughter loves it!
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I would say no. It is designed to be cognitively appropriate for children 18 months and older, but my 20 month old wasn't interested. If your one year old just likes sounds, this would work. If you want it to be educational, I would say pass.
901773
It's perfectly safe for a 1 year old which is the age chikd I bought it for. Very well made and we play music on it often.
665552
I don't think so. The fun part of Littlebits is the" designing and engineering" aspect. I think a 4 yr. old would like the magnetic part of it all but you can get those at Learning Express for $ 10.00 !
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My grandbaby is nine months old and plays with the toy now. Couldn't just give it to him to hold before because he would "konk" himself in the face with it. I would suggest at least nine to ten months old and I suspect they would play with it for a very long time. Prior to the baby's ability to hold the toy safely, you can just place it close by and play the music for him or her. Exposure to good music is always a positive thing and good for baby's developing brain.
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Absolutely no reason not to buy! Actually this was a 1st bday gift for my grandson. Target had a cube but more$ and nowhere near as nice. All parts are secure with the exception of a plastic pencil shaped thing to move other peices that is knotted onto a short woven cord. (You can unknot it & remove if you want as he may not be coordinated enough or want to use it that way.)It is an awesome toy that everyone won't have & not something you'll be getting rid of anytime soon.
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Thanks! My grandson is 7months old. I was looking at leapster but daughter-in-law says she's heard vtech is better. Which is best & there seems to be different programs which is best for his age?
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I have both for different reasons. My daughter was born 2 month premature and our early intervention neonatal Dr suggested the Manhattan try to aid in development because of the textures and how easy it is for baby to grab. She loves it and plays with it often. That being said as a matter of preference, she has had this toy since she was 4 months actual age and is almost 8 months now.. she never grows tired of this one and can play with it for ever. I have it hooked to her jumper and she never tires of it. I would say this is her favorite toy. There is a lot to do on it, it's sizable and made well. I have no complaints at all. If you have the money I would recommend getting both. I have both for different reasons. My daughter was born 2 month premature and our early intervention neonatal Dr suggested the Manhattan try to aid in development because of the textures and how easy it is for baby to grab. She loves it and plays with it often. That being said as a matter of preference, she has had this toy since she was 4 months actual age and is almost 8 months now.. she never grows tired of this one and can play with it for ever. I have it hooked to her jumper and she never tires of it. I would say this is her favorite toy. There is a lot to do on it, it's sizable and... » Read More I have both for different reasons. My daughter was born 2 month premature and our early intervention neonatal Dr suggested the Manhattan try to aid in development because of the textures and how easy it is for baby to grab. She loves it and plays with it often. That being said as a matter of preference, she has had this toy since she was 4 months actual age and is almost 8 months now.. she never grows tired of this one and can play with it for ever. I have it hooked to her jumper and she never tires of it. I would say this is her favorite toy. There is a lot to do on it, it's sizable and made well. I have no complaints at all. If you have the money I would recommend getting both. « Show Less
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He's just a newborn and loving it. I can see him growing with the toy though, or it growing with him I should say. He'll appreciate the more "sophisticated" aspects as he ages. So I would say from newborn (for the soothing sounds) to toddlerish, and perhaps a little older because of the story aspects.
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The only issue, as far as the listed choking hazard goes that I could see for a 1 year old, would be the smaller pieces with the round balls as tops. The Squigz Starter set pieces are all smooth and a smaller child could possibly put one of these in his/her mouth and have a problem getting it back out - the other pieces should be fine. You could just remove those ball pieces until the child's a little older. I see they sell a PipSquigz set now, which might be the answer for you - they look textured for a young one's senses and ease of grip. Either way, you can't go wrong! My 3 year old granddaughter's Squigz pieces are out all the time - I only wish these had been around when my sons were little. Enjoy!!
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I'm sorry...but I don't remember if the box stated the age range, but I want to say starting at 6 mo. I got it for my son while he was still 5 months and he really enjoyed the music, etc. He's 6 1/2 months now and he knows how to push the buttons and make it play and really likes it. I didn't even realize it also teaches the numbers in Spanish, so that's a plus! :-) Good luck!
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I would definitely recommend the bigger one.I bought one for my granddaughter for her 4th birthday. Had it out for her party. Kids of all ages loved it. We even had 1 4 month old. (With supervision. )
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My son got the mini when he was 3 & the maxi when he turned 5. For transition to the maxi it was more about his height & his ability to maneuver the mini. The maxi is more sturdy & has a height adjustable handle so I expect him to be able to use it a lot longer. This is s great product, so you'll definately get your money's worth out of it.
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Yes, it has a ring that you can clip onto things like a gym, car seat, etc. It's not musical and doesn't light up, but it's been one of my baby's favorite toys since she was 3-4 months old. She's 7+ months now. She likes it so much that we got another one so she has two. One Freddie and one Fifi. Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes has music and lights. She likes that one a lot too, more so now that she's older.