8 Awesome Car Seat Toys for Families on the Go

You’ll be hard-pressed to find a clip-on toy with as many textures and features as Fifi the Firefly. Each of this vibrant, engaging toy’s wings features a unique print, crinkle paper and exciting textures. Fifi also includes a tethered ladybug teether that’s perfect for soothing little gums. The bright colors and fun sounds will captivate your baby’s attention, while the easy-to-use clip allows for quick attachment to the car seat or stroller. Whether you're heading out for a short errand or a long trip, Fifi the Firefly is the perfect companion to keep baby engaged and happy in the car.

Weight: 0.2 lbs. | Dimensions: 10.25" (L) x 2.63" (W) x 10" (H) | Age rating: 0+ months

In keeping with baby car seat safety, it’s critical that car seat toys are plush and lightweight. Enter the Baby Whoozit! As quirky looking as its name, this little seven-armed creature features a lightweight design which makes it easy to attach to the car seat, ensuring it won’t interfere with safety while still providing plenty of entertainment. The Baby Whoozit is packed with sensory features, including soft, high-contrast colored fabrics, different textures, crinkle sounds, and a mirrored face, all of which stimulate your baby’s senses and encourage exploration. Whether you're running a quick errand or heading out on a long road trip, this cuddly, engaging toy will keep your baby’s senses actively stimulated.

Weight: 7 oz. | Dimensions:3.5" (L) x 2" (W) x 5” (H) | Age rating: 0+ months

Designed with bold black, white and red patterns to engage your little one’s developing vision, the Genius Baby Reversible Car Activity Center is the perfect rear-facing car seat toy. This versatile toy can easily hang from your car headrest, creating a dynamic and visually stimulating environment for baby during car rides. With a reversible design, it offers plenty of shapes, patterns, and even animals to captivate and stimulate your little one’s attention, keeping them entertained. The toy features a variety of textures, including crinkle fabrics and a mirror, encouraging tactile exploration and self-discovery. Lightweight and easy to attach and remove, this simple little toy is a perfect solution for car trips, making every ride more enjoyable for both of you!

Weight: 0.2 lbs. | Dimensions: 5" (L) x 13" (W) x 9" (H) | Age rating: 0+ months

Books are always a great car-seat activity, and as an avid reader myself, I love sharing the joy of exploring books as play with my little ones. However, most of the board books I have don’t feel safe for car play because of their hardness. This Fairytale Activity Book from Manhattan Toy is the perfect soft, car-seat-friendly option. This plush, interactive book is made from soft materials, making it ideal for little hands to explore safely during car rides. It features fun details like a bunny squeaker, peek-a-boo surprises, a fun secured pom-pom, crinkle and textured fabrics, colorful ribbons, and more, providing endless sensory engagement. The tethered design ensures it stays attached to the car seat, so it’s easy to grab and play with.

Weight: 0.2 lbs. | Dimensions: 3" (L) x 7" (W) x 7" (H) | Age rating: 0+ months

Need a soothing car companion for your little one? With a combination of soft textures, calming sounds and gentle vibrations, the Calming Vibes Hedgehog Soother from Fisher-Price helps to soothe and relax your little one during car rides. The soft, plush hedgehog is small and portable, making it easy to take along on the go, and it’s designed to be easily attached to a car seat or stroller for convenience. My older son loved this toy, and it’s now passed down to my little one. It's been such a comforting and reliable travel buddy, and I’m thrilled to see it work just as well for my youngest during car trips. It’s ideal for keeping babies calm and entertained on the road.

Weight: 0.75 lbs. | Dimensions: 5.9" (L) x 3.5" (W) x 7.5" H | Age rating: 0+ months

When it comes to toys for the car, simple has always worked best for our family. My toddler had this little chime and teethe toy from infancy, and it intuitively became our go-to for the diaper bag to car trips. The functional, bright-colored clip allows mama to secure the adorable plush mouse toy to a stroller or car seat, keeping it in reach for baby’s entertainment. We love that it’s both a soft nubby teether and a soft chiming rattle (that won’t distract or annoy the driver)—a two-in-one toy at just $7, this little cutie is the perfect car companion for baby.

**Weight: **1.6 oz. | Dimensions: 2" (L) x 2" (W) x 6" (H) | Age rating: 0+ months

What’s better than a portable plush playset for your baby to explore their imagination during car rides? This six-piece Jungle Animals Set is the perfect travel companion, featuring soft, lightweight stuffed animals—a playful elephant, tiger, lion, zebra and monkey. Each animal is small and easy to grasp, making them ideal for little hands to hold, cuddle and play with. Plus, each animal makes its unique sound, emulating the appropriate animal noise, adding an extra layer of fun and learning. We love the hook-and-loop fastener that keeps the plush toys securely organized in a cute, tree-shaped carry bag. It’s a fantastic on-the-go play solution that ensures your child stays entertained and engaged while traveling. Whether on a road trip, running errands, or simply taking a short drive, this set encourages imaginative play and adds extra fun to any car journey.

Weight: 0.5 oz. | Dimensions (carrying case): 9.5" (H) x 6" (diameter) | Age rating: 1+ years

Looking for a busy board to encourage development and entertain your toddler in the car? This soft Toddler Busy Board from Esjay is perfect for travel, offering a safe alternative to hard toys. With eight engaging play pages featuring activities that promote fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and imagination, your toddler will stay occupied even during long car trips. The board includes fun activities like buckles, zippers, shoelaces, belts, buttons, a clock, a calendar, shape matching, threading numbers, hook-and-loop letters and a jigsaw animal puzzle. Additionally, there are pages focused on the seasons and weather, further expanding learning opportunities. Designed with Montessori principles, it encourages practical life skills and independent play. It's ideal for car play, made from non-toxic soft fabrics and felt with no hard corners. We love the convenient carry handle, making it a portable option your toddler can take anywhere for fun and learning on the go!

Weight: 1 lb. | Dimensions: 4" (L) x 6" (W) | Age rating: 3+ years