Top 10 Hottest Christmas Toys of 2025

Bitzee Hamster Ball

A veteran on the Christmas wishlist for the past 2 years, Bitzee's Hamster Ball is Gen Alpha's version of the Millennial Tamagotchi (remember those?), where kids have to play and feed their virtual pet, as well as find new friends to unlock. The hamster ball design allows you to pick up and roll your pet around the house, while the pet remains visible at all angles. It may have been one of the top toys over the past few years, but it looks like the Bitzee Hamster Ball is here to stay this Christmas.

Suitable for 5+ years old

Batteries required: 3 x AA batteries

TOMY's Human Controller

A fun interactive game for the family or a dystopian nightmare? You and your family can be the judge with TOMY's new game Human Controller, winner of the Dream Toy 2025 award. Sounds ominous? It's all fun and games, we promise. Playing in pairs, one player is the "Human" who has to wear a blindfolded headset that sends directional vibrates to guide their movements, while the other player is the "Controller" who guides the Human through 30 fun challenges using the app (compatible with iOS and Android devices). Expect plenty of laughter, creative chaos and plenty of bonding with the Human Controller.

Suitable for 14+ years old

Batteries required: 3 x AAA batteries

Lego Speed Champions F1 Sets

A recent study showed that UK toy market has seen sales growth for the first time since the pandemic hit, with "kidults" (consumers over 12 years old) accounting for 1/3 of all toy sales. And it is probably no surprise that Lego is leading the way, whether it's Lego Star Wars sets or Lego collectables. With that in mind, throw in the rise of popularity of Formula 1 racing, what better way to bond with your family than to build a F1 racing car together? Lego's Speed Champions range, recognised by The Entertainer as part of the Dream Toy Christmas List for 2025, consists of all the key racing teams, from Mercedes-AMG to Ferrari to Aston Martin. With realistic team decals and a Lego driver minifigure included, why not buy rival racing teams to have your own Monaco F1 showdown in your living room?

Suitable for 10+ years

No batteries required

Bluey Supermarket Playset

Inspired by the Bluey episode "Kids", this is the latest, hottest toy from the Bluey family. Not only can your child explore the 3 different levels of the supermarket, the set has a real working escalator where Bluey and Bingo can ride up and down to the different levels. What's more, the Supermarket has 24 sound effects, including a fun and lively intercom where your kids can announce the latest offers instore.

Suitable for 3+ years

Batteries required: 3 x AAA batteries

Casdon Build-A-Bear Stuffing Station

For a long time, Build-A-Bear was the ultimate dream destination for many children, because they could create their own personalised, unique stuffed toys. But with Casdon's Build-A-Bear Workshop Stuffing Station, you can bring the magic of Build-A-Bear into your own home! With 2 teddies ready to be stuffed and decorated, your child can not only make their own soft toys by themselves, the process trains their motor skills and hand-eye coordination as they stuff their own teddy bear. This self-stuffing station is set to be such a hit that it won Editor's Choice in the Made For Mum's Toy Awards 2025.

Suitable for 3+ years

Batteries required: 3 x AAA batteries

Tonies Toniebox 2

Tonies has been a revelation for parents who want to escape the lure of smartphones and tablets. The cute Toniebox is a box speaker that narrates stories as well as plays interactive games, quizzes and challenges. Just pop the audio character on top of the Toniebox and the pre-recorded story comes to life. There is a Toniebox 2 set for every child, no matter their favourite characters. Peppa Pig fans? This Toniebox 2 comes with 2 pre-recorded stories--Peppa Pig's On The Road with Peppa and The Very Hungry Caterpillar--as well as a Creative Tonie figure with space for up to 90 minutes of custom audio. Your child prefer Paw Patrol? No problem, there is a Toniebox 2 just for Paw Patrol fans. A fan of both? Buy the box as well as the other audio characters to create the library of your child's dreams.

Suitable for 1-9 years

No batteries required; USB-C charging

Peppa Pig Oinks and Snuggles Evie Doll

If, like many toddlers, your child is a Peppa Pig fan, you probably have a lot of toys of Peppa Pig. But what about her baby sister Evie? Now your child can recreate their favourite scenes from the show with their very own Baby Evie doll! This interactive plush doll makes more than 20 different sound effects, whether she is being fed her bottle or soothed with her dummy. Just like in the show, Evie wears her teal onesie, and comes with plenty of playtime accessories such as a playmat, bib and baby blanket. The perfect gift for any little Peppa Pig fan!

Suitable for 3+ years old

Batteries required: 2 x AAA

Hot Wheels Racing Formula 1 Grand Prix Circuit Playset

A Christmas toys wishlist would not be complete without Hot Wheels! With the growing popularity of F1 racing, it is not surprise that Hot Wheels have incorporated Formula 1 into their sets. With two mode—race and infinite—racers see who is fastest as the cars race around bends. An interactive DRS diverter even allows for overtaking, giving it a true F1 racing feel. The cars feature authentic designs from real Formula 1 teams, making it a must-have toy for any F1 racing enthusiast.

Suitable for 5+ years old

Batteries required: 4 x D batteries

Disney Stitch Interactive Plush Toy

Inspired by the live-action Disney film Lilo & Stitch, this interactive plush toy is the must-have toy for any ultimate Stitch fans. Your child a bigger fan of Angel? Don’t worry, there is an Angel interactive plush toy too. With over 100 sounds and reactions, experience the full range of Stitch and Angel's reactions, from cute and affectionate giggles to feisty growls and silly gibberish, depending on where the dolls are pressed. Standing at 43cm tall and covered in soft plush—blue for Stitch, pink for Angel—watch your child become enthralled and transfixed with their new furry best friend.

Suitable for 3+ years old

Batteries required: 6 x AA batteries

Mattel Brick Shop Hot Wheels Construction Set

If you're looking for Christmas toys for older teenagers or even adult friends who are car aficionados, we've got just the gift for you. Due to the popularity of Formula 1 in the recent years, it's no surprise F1 themed toys have topped every Christmas gift list. But here is something for the classic car enthusiasts: Hot Wheels have 1:16 model construction sets for classic, timeless cars like the Corvette or '68 Camaro. If high-end is what you're looking for, what about the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL set, where you build a 1:12 scale model for the ultimate luxury talking point.

Suitable for 17+ years old

No batteries required

Have a Fun and Safe Christmas

We wish we could include every single toy on our list, as there are so many to choose from! But rest assured, if your child's favourite toy isn't on the list, never fear! Whatever you gift them this Christmas, they are bound to have the best Christmas ever.

And if their toys require battery power, GP has the batteries you need to power your kid's new present come Christmas day. Whether it's Toy Story robots or Playmobil kits, Lego advent calendars to Air Toobz by Fat Brain Toys, if your toys need batteries, we can provide the power.

If you're expecting a large influx of battery usage this Christmas, why not make the switch to rechargeable batteries? At GP, we have rechargeable batteries in all common sizes for toys. From AAA to D batteries and everything in between, we have the right sized rechargeable battery for you.

However you plan to celebrate this festive season, and no matter how many lights, twinkles and presents you have in your home, GP Batteries is here to help power your celebrations and keep your festive lights switched on. From our GP family to yours, have a wonderful Christmas!