With the notable exception of bathtime, kids are never happier than when they’re getting soaking wet. That’s what makes water toys so eternally popular and like everything else, they are so much cooler than they were when I was little. We had paddling pools, kids today have splash pads, which…are…amazing.
If you’ve ever run through an open fire hydrant or been sprayed by a hose pipe, you’ll understand the magic of these splash pads, most of which come with their own sprinklers to keep kids delighted for hours. With fun and colorful designs and accessories, there’s something here for everyone, from sharks to frogs to a map of the world.
Of course, toys like these are only fun if they actually work so we’ve done our research to find the 12 best splash pads, eliminating all the fake reviews to only include the ones that have been tested by real kids and their parents.
