Tonies vs Yoto vs Storybutton: Which Audio System is Right for Your Kids?
Tonies, Yoto and Storybutton are all audio players for children, but they have some key differences.
Tonies are small, durable, and easy for children to use. They come in a variety of colors and characters, and each Tonie is pre-loaded with a specific audio book, song, or story. To play a Tonie, simply place it on the Toniebox, a small, cube-shaped speaker that connects to WiFi and has a built-in amplifier. The Toniebox also has a screen that displays the title and cover art of the currently playing audio.
Yoto, on the other hand, is a rectangular-shaped audio player that also connects to WiFi and has a built-in amplifier. Like the Toniebox, it has a screen that displays the title and cover art of the currently playing audio. However, instead of pre-loaded Tonies, Yoto uses cards that are inserted into the device to play specific audio content. Yoto also has the ability to stream music and radio stations, whereas Tonies are limited to pre-loaded content.
Storybutton enters in Spring ‘23 as the first audio player for kids that offers an entire library of kids podcasts. Like Toniebox and Yoto, it connects to WiFi and plays audio content. Storybutton does not require any additional purchases to access content, like Tonies and Yoto does with their Characters and Cards, respectively. Pre-orders are now open for the speaker that makes it easier for kids to listen to podcasts.
In terms of the audio content available, Tonies, Yoto and Storybutton offer a wide range of stories, songs, and educational content. However, Storybutton gives you access to thousands of hours of content without it costing you anything additional.
Overall, Tonies, Yoto and Storybutton are great options for children's audio players, but the decision ultimately comes down to personal preference. Tonies are more durable and easy for younger children to use, Yoto offers more flexibility and Storybutton gives kids the easiest access to listen to their favorite podcasts.
