Best Sensory Toys for Babies (0–12 Months)

In the first year, play is sensory: babies learn by grasping, mouthing, listening, and looking. The best infant toys are simple, safe to chew, and free of small parts — and they earn their keep by engaging more than one sense at a time. Every pick below is independently safety-scored and recall-checked, and chosen for babies from newborn through their first birthday.

How we chose these

Every toy here is scored out of 100 on four safety factors — material safety, choking risk, recall history, and certifications — plus a separate developmental score, then ranked safety-first. We accept no sponsorships; picks are chosen purely on merit.

Our top picks

Leading this guide: Fat Brain Toys Dimpl Baby Toy, Oball Classic Ball, Fat Brain Toys InnyBin Shape Sorter. Tap any product below for its full safety breakdown, materials, and age guidance.