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Every year, there are always select hot toys that are in high demand for the holidays. While we can’t quite predict what those toys will be for 2023, we can look back at which hot toys were on the market in 2022. Every holiday season has its fair share of “it” toys — you know, the ones that stores can’t seem to keep in stock.
Believe it or not, Target’s Top Toys, Walmart’s Toy List, and Amazon’s “Toys We Love” List were all printed and released well before November 2022 even started. So as Christmas got closer, your chances of finding these top sellers in stock got even slimmer.
Though we are looking at last year’s toys, it is still a great idea to understand how to get the best deal. Don’t get caught off guard and empty-handed when the hot toys are all sold out. We’ll show you where we saw the best price on all of 2022’s hot toys, including comparable prices at competing retailers.
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Our Top 31 Hot Toys from 2022:
1. Magic Mixies Crystal Ball — $49 at Walmart
The Magic Mixies Crystal Ball with Interactive 8-inch Blue Plush Toy seems to have been a top seller across the board. It was even listed as Amazon’s Choice for Magic Mixies.
The lowest price was at Walmart for $49 (regularly $76) and was the lowest regular price of all top retailers.
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- Amazon — $61.74 (reg. $84.99)
- Target — $61.99 (reg. $76.99)
- Kohl’s — $64.99 (reg. $89.99) + $10 Kohl’s Cash
Related: Everything you need to know about where to find Magic Mixies Crystal Ball toys.
2. Gabby’s Dollhouse, Purrfect Dollhouse — as Low as $56.99 at Target
Gabby’s Dollhouse is now a kids’ series streaming on Netflix, which means these hot toys for Christmas were more popular than ever (and frequently sell out). The Purrfect Dollhouse was at Target for the lowest sale price — if you didn’t mind getting it after Christmas.
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- Kohl’s — $69.99 (reg. $79.99) + $10 Kohl’s Cash
- Walmart — $59 — out of stock
3. LOL Surprise OMG House of Surprises — $137 at Walmart
LOL Surprise dolls have been a big hit for the last four years, and with all the fun packed into the LOL Surprise OMG House of Surprises, it was selling off the shelves FAST. We saw it was sold out at Target and Amazon, but Walmart had it on sale for $137.
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- Amazon — $145 (reg. $229.99) — out of stock
- Target — $134.99 (reg. $145) — out of stock
Related: See all the best LOL Surprise deals happening now.
4. PokeMasters Ultra Rare Card Bundle 60-Pack — $23.74 on Amazon
Lots of Pokemon-themed items were hot toys for Christmas last year, but only Amazon had the PokeMasters Ultra Rare Card Bundle 60-Pack in stock. But in better news, it was eligible for a 5% off Amazon coupon!
5. Play-Doh Ice Cream Truck — $74.99 on Amazon
This hot toy seemed to fly off the shelves this holiday season. I lucked out and found some in stock at my local Costco warehouse for $89.99. But I found it even lower on Amazon! The Play-Doh Super Ultimate Ice Cream Truck Playset comes with 14 Play-Doh containers and 37 tools.
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6. Disney Pixar Lightyear Mission Pal Sox Plush — $21.99 on Amazon
This Disney movie-inspired toy is an Amazon exclusive, so you won’t find it sold anywhere else. You could buy the Disney Pixar Lightyear Mission Pal Sox Plush for just $21.99 at Amazon.
Related: See all the best Disney deals happening now.
7. Magna-Tiles Glow-in-the-Dark Set — $29.99 on Amazon
This super cool glow-in-the-dark set is a STEM bestseller, and it’s great for all ages over three. Amazon had the lowest regular price for the Magna-Tiles Glow-in-the-Dark Set.
8. Creativity for Kids Glow-in-the-Dark Rock Painting Kit — $9.19 at Amazon & Walmart
Retailers got competitive with the price of this best-selling painting kit. We found the Creativity for Kids Glow-in-the-Dark Rock Painting Kit was on sale for $9.19 at Amazon and Walmart. Without the sale, Walmart had the lowest regular price ($13.98).
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9. Cocomelon Ultimate Adventure Learning Bus — as Low as $49.39 at Target
Cocomelon made their name on YouTube, and their products were hot toys for Christmas, too. If you have a Target RedCard, you could get the Cocomelon Ultimate Adventure Learning Bus for $49.39, which was cheaper than both Walmart and Amazon.
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Related: See all the best Cocomelon deals happening now.
10. Yahtzee Frenzy Dice & Card Game — $14.99 at Target
You could only get the Yahtzee Frenzy Dice & Card Game at Target. It sold for a regular price of $14.99, but you could save an extra 5% with your RedCard.
Related: See all the best game deals happening now.
11. Lego Disney Encanto The Madrigal House Building Kit — $40 at Amazon.
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Lego sets are always hot toys during the holidays, but this kit was especially popular after the 2021 release of the Disney Encanto movie! The Lego Disney Encanto Madrigal House Building Kit was on sale for $40 at Amazon and $40 at Walmart.
Related: See all the best Lego deals happening now.
12. Barbie Dream Camper Vehicle Playset — $64 at Walmart.
The Barbie Dream Camper is always a hot toy and never goes out of style. Last year we saw the Barbie Dream Camper Playset on sale for just $64 at Walmart (regularly $99.99).
Compare to:
- Target — $89.99 — out of stock
- Kohl’s — $89.99 at Kohl’s plus get $10 Kohl’s Cash
Related: See all the best Barbie deals happening now.
13. Xbox Series S Console — $269.99 at Amazon
You had a much better chance of finding the Xbox Series S Console in stock this season compared to 2021. But they still sold like crazy — so it was wise to get your hands on one soon if it was on your holiday shopping list! Amazon had the best price for the Series S at just $269.99.
Compare to:
- Walmart — $274
- Best Buy — $299.99
- Target — $299.99 — a few left; only at select stores
Related: See all the best Xbox deals happening now.
14. LOL Surprise Fashion Show Mega Runway — as Low as $75.99 at Target
This LOL Surprise set was on everyone’s top toy list, plus it was a limited edition item. When it comes to the holiday shopping season, that’s a pretty deadly combo. You could snag the LOL Surprise Fashion Show Mega Runway Set on sale for $79.99 at Target — or less if you used your Target RedCard for 5% off.
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Related: See all the best LOL Surprise deals happening now.
15. Squishmallows Mystery Box — $22.99 on Amazon
Out of all the hot toys for Christmas out there, Squishmallows made the top of the list. This Squishmallows Mystery Box was only available on Amazon, and their stock dwindled fast.
Related: Find out where to get the 2022 Christmas Squishmallows.
16. Bluey Ultimate Lights & Sounds Playhouse — as Low as $76.94 at Target
This learning playhouse for young ones was a top hit last season. You could buy the Bluey Ultimate Lights & Sounds Playhouse at Target for just $80.99 and use your RedCard to save an extra 5% — bringing your total down to just $76.94!
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17. Jurassic World Dominion Super Colossal Giganotosaurus — as Low as $30.87 at Target
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If you missed the latest Jurassic World movie, this very scary predator (aka the Giganotosaurus) wreaked havoc on the humans. That’s why this action figure was such a hot toy last year. The Jurassic World Dominion Super Colossal Giganotosaurus was on sale at Target for $32.49 (regularly $49.99). You could get it even lower if you use your Target RedCard.
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18. LeapFrog Magic Adventures Microscope — $62.99 at Walmart & Amazon
This STEM learning set is perfect for the budding biologist. The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Microscope was on sale at Amazon and Walmart for $62.99 (regularly $89.99).
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19. Pop It Pro Light-Up Pattern-Popping Game — $17.77 on Amazon
This competitive strategy game is a ton of fun to play alone or with others. And it was a top seller in 2022. The Pop It Pro Light-Up Pattern-Popping Game was on sale for $17.77 (regularly $19.99) on Amazon right now.
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- Target — $17.79 — out of stock
20. Nintendo Switch OLED — as Low as $331 on Amazon
This Nintendo gaming console has been a top holiday seller for the past four years, but the latest OLED version was the biggest hit in 2022. You could find the Nintendo Switch OLED for $349.99 anywhere you look, but it was on sale for just $331 at Amazon.
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Related: See all the best Nintendo deals happening now.
21. Mario Kart 24V Ride-On Racer
When you combine a character like Mario with the fun of a real-life go-kart, you get a holiday bestseller. You could get The Mario Kart 24V Ride-On Racer for $369.99 at Target. So if you paid with your RedCard, you’d get the lowest possible price.
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- Walmart — $369 — currently out of stock
Related: See all the best ride-on deals happening now.
22. Spike The Fine Motor Hedgehog — as Low as $10.97 at Walmart
This simple little hedgehog had been making big waves in the educational learning realm. It teaches kids how to build essential fine motor skills while they have fun learning colors, counting, and sorting. Spike The Fine Motor Hedgehog was just $10.97 at Walmart. You could also grab this toy for only $13.49 at Amazon or Target.
23. Star Wars L0-LA59 (Lola) Droid Toy — as Low as $17.95 at Target
Everything Star Wars-related flies off the shelves fast, but this electronic droid action figure was a must-have hot toy. You could buy the Star Wars L0-LA59 (Lola) Droid Toy for as low as $17.95 at Target with your RedCard.
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24. Barbie Cutie Reveal Snowflake Sparkle Series — $16.99 on Amazon
These iconic Barbies dressed in fashionable winter wear made the perfect holiday gift. The Barbie Cutie Reveal Snowflake Sparkle Series was on sale for just $16.99.
Related: See all the best Barbie deals happening now.
25. FurReal Cinnamon My Stylin’ Pony — as Low as $56.99 at Target
This interactive pony responds to the way you feed, pet, and style her. She comes with over 80 sounds and reactions built-in! The FurReal Cinnamon My Stylin’ Pony was on sale for $59.99 at Walmart and Target. Use your Target RedCard to save an extra 5%.
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26. Fisher-Price DJ Bouncing Beats Interactive Baby and Toddler Toy — as Low as $38.47 at Target
This interactive toy encourages learning and keeps young tots entertained with over 75 musical sounds. You could buy the Fisher-Price DJ Bouncing Beats Interactive Baby and Toddler Toy for $40.49 at Target (and pay $38.47 with your Target RedCard).
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Related: See all the best Fisher-Price deals happening now.
27. Lego Marvel “I Am Groot” Toy — as Low as $31.34 at Target (select stores only)
Groot is a widely loved character from the Marvel Infinity Saga, so this toy was another hot seller last season. The Lego Marvel “I Am Groot” Toy was on sale for $32.99 (regularly $54.99) at Target, but once again, you’d save an extra 5% with your RedCard. If you couldn’t find it in stock at Target, Amazon had the next best price.
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- Amazon — $43.99
- Walmart — $43.99 — limited stock
Related: See all the best Lego deals happening now.
28. Jetson Bolt Folding Electric Ride-On with Twist Throttle — $298 on Amazon
This bike/scooter combo seemed to be more popular than the hoverboard last year (and it seems a lot more fun if you ask me). You could buy the Jetson Bolt Folding Electric Ride-On with Twist Throttle on Amazon for $298 (regularly $499.99)
Related: See all the best bike deals happening now.
29. Nerf Elite 2.0 Motoblitz Motorized Nerf Blaster — as Low as $25.64 at Target
This Nerf Blaster is packed with action, power, and 22 elite Nerf darts. The Nerf Elite 2.0 Motoblitz Motorized Nerf Blaster was on sale for $26.99 (regularly $44.99) at Target.
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Related: See all the best Nerf deals happening now.
30. Throw Throw Burrito Game by Exploding Kittens — as Low as $14.17 at Target
This multiplayer card game mades the list of Amazon’s top 10 best-selling games in 2022. The Throw Throw Burrito Game by Exploding Kittens was on sale for $14.92 (regularly $24.99) at Target, Amazon, and Walmart, but you’d save 5% more by shopping at Target with your RedCard.
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Related: See all the best game deals happening now.
31. eKids Disney Encanto Karaoke Machine — $59.99 at Best Buy
For talented kids who love to sing, this musical Disney-themed karaoke machine is the perfect gift. You could find the eKids Disney Encanto Karaoke Machine for $59.99 at Best Buy.
Related: See all the best Disney deals happening now.
Which hot toys for Christmas are you keeping an eye on this holiday season? Let us know in the comments below!
