Best Toy Car Wash Sets

It’s not rocket science, but there are a few things to bear in mind if you want an emphatic ‘parent win’. When buying your kiddo a toy car wash set, this is what you need to consider.

1. Recommended Age

Car wash toy sets can be a fun pick for a pretty wide age range, but small kids will need something tailored to their abilities and motor skills while bigger kids need something that’s a little bigger and more interactive to stay interested. Being aware of a toy’s intended age range can assure you that you’re making an appropriate pick that your child will enjoy.

2. Type: Playset vs Activity Center

Car wash playsets come in two basic types. The first type range from small to medium-sized and can generally be used indoors or outdoors. They sometimes use real water, but it is usually in a small amount if so. The second type is large, outdoor only and almost always uses real water. Indoor playsets are great for giving younger children imaginative free play activities, while larger outdoor sets are great physical play and come in a variety of age-appropriate styles.

3. Interactivity/Batteries

If you’re a No Noisy Toys parent, this can make or break your choice. Beyond that, though, it’s just more convenient to know what a toy does and what it needs before it gets unboxed. There’s nothing quite as anticlimactic as a brand new battery-operated toy with no batteries. When you’re prepared, you can have everything you need on hand to keep the excitement alive.

4. Assembly Required

Again, knowing what you’re going to need to do with a toy makes a big difference. If it needs to be put together and it’s too complicated for the kids to do alone, putting it together beforehand out of view can save you a lot of hassle. If your kids are older and like helping, though, building the toy together can be fun. There are a lot of options for younger kids that don’t require assembly at all.

5. Real Water

There’s a lot of car wash playsets out there, allowing you to decide between the backyard hose-powered water style toys or ones that stay dry. Water toys can be a lot of fun, but if you’re looking for an indoor set, that’s sometimes out of the question. Smaller play sets are awesome for small kids, but don’t hold the attention of big kids as much. Knowing what you’re getting will make sure you make the right pick for your child.

6. Supervision Required

While some of these playsets are very simple with large, safe pieces, others are more complex. It’s important to know if supervision is required with any toy so that you can look after your child and make sure they stay safe while playing. You can count on supervision being indicated on all toys with a significant amount of water or small pieces.