10 Best Beyblade Toys, Beyblade Sets and Stadiums for Kids
For parents who have no clue what Beyblades are, but their child is asking for one, we’re here to help. To keep it simple for you: Beyblades basically are things that two people go head to head over. The battle takes place in a stadium and players can choose at least three Beyblades. However, during the battle, they can only choose one of the three. The object of the battle basically is to get the other opponents Beyblade to stop spinning/working. To make your job a little bit easier if you scroll below you will find our top ten list of the best Beyblades I today’s market. Keep in mind that every Beyblade is unique, and all have a different feature to make each battle different every time!
In a Hurry? The test winner after 45 hrs of research
This is not a knock-off. It hails from Japan
It comes with stickers
Thermal Lacerta, cannot beat Death Quetzalcoatl
The metal part is a 2-piece rearrangeable piece. This makes it spin differently
- Japanese Metal Fusion Death Quetzalcoatl
- Metal Fury Hyperblades Hyper-Strike
- Takara Tomy Basalt Horogium
- Takara Tomy Burst God Valkyrie B-73
- Takara Tomy BD145DS Top Starter
- Shogun Steel Fire Team Set
- Takara Tomy BB124 Fusion Kreis Cygnus
- BeyWarriors Shogun Steel Octagon
- Burst Master Kit
- Burst Evolution Star Storm E0722
10 Top Rated Beyblades Reviewed
1. Japanese Metal Fusion Death Quetzalcoatl
This is not a knock-off. It hails from Japan
It comes with stickers
Thermal Lacerta, cannot beat Death Quetzalcoatl
The metal part is a 2-piece rearrangeable piece. This makes it spin differently
Can be defeated by the Phantom Orion
This is a balance type, the Death Quetzalcoatl beyblade toy.
Read moreDesign
This beyblade toy spinner appears in the anime and manga series. Kids choose the Death Quetzalcoatl for its specialized battle features. It combines attack power with defense and stamina aptitude.
Ease of Use
Kids will win their battles against others often. The Death Quetzalcoatl beyblade toy is a strong spinner that kids enjoy using in the Stadium. As they play they’ll be working on their dexterity as they use their tools to spin their Beyblades. Kids will also be working on their communication skills because they’ll have to learn how to deal with winning and losing.
Value
It is a beautiful Beyblade that is well-made. It is sturdy and kids love their Death Quetzalcoatl.
2. Metal Fury Hyperblades Hyper-Strike
Others can be used to battle in this arena
The set is well-made, the pieces can withstand rough play
It is a great Christmas/birthday gift
can be placed on almost any surface
Parents recommend kids 6 years and older play with this set
This is a beyblade set where 2 Hyperblades can fight against each other.
Read moreDesign
The beyblade stadium can be configured 4 different ways for defense or attack. It comes with 2 spinners, one left and one right spinner, 2 collector cards and a battle arena.
Ease of Use
This play mat is ideal for encouraging group play. Shy kids can have an easier time joining the fun as a fighter or a spectator. This game doesn’t require too much competitiveness and the Beyblade can act as the ice breaker that eases them into the group. These situations make it easier for kids to make friends or for established friends to get into the game.
Value
It is a great starter set. There are plenty of pieces in this beyblade set for kids to play with. Parents can see if they should purchase additional pieces.
3. Takara Tomy Basalt Horogium
Japanese Fusion Metal Defense top
Features premium performance tip
Heaviest top of the series
Excellent performing balance
Improves focus and concentration
Not from the Takara Tomy brand series
The launcher is hard to use, sets top off balance
Appearing from the anime and manga series, this Beyblade toy is a defense type. It is a Metal Master Beyblade that is owned by Faust and will be the addition that is added last to the Maximum Series.
Read moreDesign
The theme of this Beyblade is a gimmick being used to perform at its “maximum weight” and its fusion wheel is twisted, giving it a grand total weight of 50 grams. This beyblade toy is one of the heaviest in the series of the non-4D fusion sets that has ever been made. With its performance being excellent due to its weight, it has become one of the best wheels for Defense in the series. The performance tip along with its balance sets its performance standards high, making it one of the best tops in the series. Together, the metal and the performance tip make this Beyblade one of the best defensive tops in this series.
Ease of Use
Beyblades offer entertainment value to children along with educational benefits as well. The game helps develop their focus and concentration. These are skills that can improve their work at school and allow them to become more successful in life. Each battle is a choice and sticking with it creates a winner.
Value
With this being one of the heaviest and toughest Beyblades in the series, it has really lived up to its name. The look is great and it really performs well in battle.
4. Takara Tomy Burst God Valkyrie B-73
One of the original set
Plunger type mechanism
Perfect for any battle
Damage done within initial attack
sticker assembly may require parent assistance for younger children
Can get stuck in grip launcher
This Beyblade Burst is one of the most popular and best beyblades in the list. It does come with a Beyblade and a grip launcher.
Read moreDesign
This beyblade toy is part of the third generation of the franchise! Perfect for any kind of battle between your child and their opponent.
Ease of Use
This Beyblade spinner has the ability to make its self-fly from a plunger-type mechanism. Unlike other Beyblades, it’s not one of the aggressive ones but it does get the job done. Most of the damage that this blade does is within the first few moments of the initial attack.
Value
We love this Beyblade spinner because it’s perfect for any battle between your child and their friends! It’s quick, not aggressive, and ready for their Beyblade fight!
5. Takara Tomy BD145DS Top Starter
Features awesome balance
Long spinning times
Performs well in different stadiums
Easy to launch
Promotes positive social interaction
Instructions are only in Japanese
Paint does chip off easily
Stamina-styled Beyblade that is ready for battle and features a brightly colored gold shimmer that will stand out when in the stadium.
Read moreDesign
Performs great in many different kinds of beyblade stadiums and the boost disk protects the outside from getting scratched. It comes with two launchers, preparing for the ultimate battle. It features great balance allowing it to spin really well and allows for long spinning times as well. If you are looking for a great performing Beyblade with long hang times in the stadium then look no further.
Ease of Use
Engaging in friendly battles is a socialization opportunity that is very beneficial for kids. It allows them to engage in a positive environment while testing their confidence and fine-motor skills. Being social and engaging in a competitive nature-based beyblade toy is an easy way for many kids to engage socially without having pressure from classrooms.
Value
Its long spinning times and awesome appearance make this beyblade spinner stand out in any performance. The long spinning times make it perform well in battle.
6. Shogun Steel Fire Team Set
This kit comes with 2 launchers
It is made from durable plastic
It is a great starter set
It has the right number of spinners and blades
Kids like to play with this set instead of doing their homework
Arm your child with an arsenal of battle tops; specifically, the Fire Team Set. It comes with the Samurai Ifrit, Ninja Salamander, and the Thief Phoenix.
Read moreDesign
The Samurai Ifrit stabilizes its spinning attack and it circles flat. The Ninja Salamander can switch from attack to defense, and it can steady its trajectory with its Semi-Defense performance. The Thief Phoenix has an adjustable disk that can adjust its balance.
Ease of Use
Kids can play with or without a beyblade stadium. If there is more than one kid playing, they can use the floor and pretend it’s a giant stadium. They can work together to create their own stadium and use their warrior wheels to fight against each other. They can play free-for-all or in teams. It’s all up to them.
Value
This is a neat set with plenty of fun pieces kids can play with. Parents also like playing along with their kiddos.
7. Takara Tomy BB124 Fusion Kreis Cygnus
Official Takara Tomy product
4D fusion sliding wheel style movement
Capable of defeating Death Quetzalcoatl
Launcher included
Instructions only in Japanese
Stickers are difficult to put on and cannot be removed once placed
This defense-type Beyblade appears in the anime Beyblade: Metal Fury where it is owned by Cycnus. Although it was originally believed to be free-spin capable before release, it does employ a sliding wheel system that allows it to slide around the stadium with ease.
Read moreDesign
It has one of the best stamina to balance ratios available. This tank-like bey is even powerful enough to defeat Diablo Nemesis! Help your Beyblade master take their battle to the next level with the Kreis Cygnus Starter Set.
Ease of Use
This high-quality Beyblade toy is sought after by competitors and collectors alike due to its 4D sliding wheel. The powerful metal wheel will outlast its plastic opponents time and again. The dual sliding attack mode allows the metal wheel to spin 180 degrees around the core as it collides with others. It can also perform massive 60-degree slides which absorb damage and keep the Bey spinning.
Value
The unique sliding movement of this Beyblade spinner makes it must-have for any serious Bey competitor and its limited design is also a hit with collectors!
8. BeyWarriors Shogun Steel Octagon
Samurai Ifrit and Ronin Dragoon battlers included
2 entrance ramps
Interchangeable Warrior weapons and Shogun tips
Ripcords and collector cards also included
Battlers have spinning metal blades that may cut
Tips and weapons are difficult to change and may require adult assistance
Introducing an all-new level to Beyblade with the BeyWarrior Shogun Steel Octagon Showdown Battle Set!
Read moreDesign
This battle kit comes with the octagon-shaped Showdown stadium as well as the Samurai Ifrit and Ronin Dragoon battlers. Unlike traditional Beyblade toy, these mighty warriors have detachable and customizable heads, arms, weapons, and tips. Their metal rings spin and clash as they battle against other BeyWarriors in a fight to the last one spinning! This battle set gives your warrior the army they need to conquer their greatest foes!
Ease of Use
The multi-sided shape of this beyblade stadium is designed to ensure maximum mayhem when two BeyWarriors are unleashed. Use Samurai Ifrit’s speed attack to take down Ronin Dragoon’s ranged attack! Switch weapon positions for varying battle action! Use your existing Beyblades bases to customize your warriors!
Value
This offshoot of the original Beyblade concept introduces a whole new ninja-like gameplay for long-time fans!
9. Burst Master Kit
It is a single unit that kids can launch from anywhere
The belt clip and string launcher can be combined for a longer grip
It comes with a code that kids can scan and play battle online
Its stats are attack-8, burst-4, weight-2, Agility-6 and the rest 0
Parents need to buy another kit if they want their kids to play competition with each other
It is not interchangeable with the Beyblade Burst Rip Fire Tops
Kids can become masters of their craft. Especially when they show up to a friendly competition with their golden kit.
Read moreDesign
This beyblade toy is sent off from a string launcher that can be clipped onto a belt. The Beyblade warrior is a Burst style unit: 1 energy layer, 1 forge disc, and 1 performance piece. It will burst into these 3 different pieces when hit. And the entire kit is mostly decorated in bold gold color.
Ease of Use
When kids customize their Burst style Beyblades, they are enhancing their creative thinking skills. They are practicing the art of experimentations. They do this when they combine different products to see which ones work best against certain enemies. And they get to work on their communication skills if they choose to talk about why they put their Beyblade together in a certain fashion.
Value
Kids will lose their beyblade toy less if they can remember to clip it onto their belt instead of putting their beyblade spinner down. The gold makes it easier to spot while they are running around.
10. Burst Evolution Star Storm E0722
Includes Beyblade Burst tops SwitchStrike Genesis Valtryek & SwitchStrike Satomb
Beyblades can burst apart on impact
Comes with 2 right/left spin launchers
Includes code to add burst tops to Beyblade Burst mobile game
Burst rates vary
Stadium design does not work well with non-burst style Beyblades
Assemble your Beyblade toy, connect the launcher and give it a hard pull. Then watch your metal and plastic blade spin and smash against its opponents in the stadium of your choosing.
Read moreDesign
It’s an all-out brawl to see who is going to stop spinning, break, or even fly out of the stadium first! If that excitement alone wasn’t enough, the Beyblade Burst Evolution Star Storm Battle Set is about to kick it up another notch! Valtryek knocks against Satomb, metal rings singing as the two Beys slam against each other and then suddenly, Satomb shatters! Pieces fly off in every direction, thankfully contained by the domed lip of the stadium. This isn’t a manufacturing defect, its Beyblade Burst! These beyblade spinners are specifically designed to burst apart on impact, but not every time. It’s a whole new level of anticipation and challenge!
Ease of Use
These SwitchStrike beys not only have the ability to burst apart during the battle but their specific features also affect the way these tops behave in combat, adding new levels of customization. Genesis Valtryek and Satomb were featured in season 2 of the anime series. The star-shaped stadium is designed to catch any dislodged pieces during bursts as well as to create epic new battle patterns.
Value
This beyblade set is a great introduction to Beyblades as it includes everything that your child would need to play right out of the box.
Criteria Used for Evaluation
Design
Since the early 2000s when the show first hit the screens Beyblades were extremely popular. These toys could be found just about anywhere. We know that now it’s not frequently found in public, and getting these Beyblades online is a little bit more common than finding them at your local Walmart. We knew that our top ten list of the best Beyblades in today’s market needed to be nothing but the best of the best of these items.
We looked at everything from highest ratings, overall popularity, customer satisfaction reviews, originality, durability and so much more. We wanted to make sure that each product on our list met our criteria and by putting each one to the test we were able to come up with our top ten list. Please check our top ten sections above and we’re sure you will find exactly what you’re looking for.
Ease of Use
We wanted to make sure that each Beyblade on our list was an original. There are a few fakes in the industry which are ones that aren’t created from quality materials. Many of these are created from a third-party company and don’t actually have permission from the creators of the show to make Beyblade products. We made sure the companies on our list had permission from the show and that each one of these Beyblades on our top ten list is nothing but originals.
When we looked at our list, we looked at the original manufacturer. Most of the companies on our list that create original Beyblade products are from Hasbro and the Takara Tomy company. The Takara Tomy company is the company who created the show since it originally aired in Japan and then later on sold rights around the world. Hasbro eventually bought a piece of the franchise so that they would have rights to create their own set of Beyblades.
Value
It’s extremely important to make sure that you’re purchasing from one of these two companies because of the originality factor. Having an original piece makes it far more extravagant to own as part of a collector’s piece. With adults, there are some who loved this franchise so much that they became collectibles for them to eventually pass down to their own children one day.
The Beyblade Burst is a Japanese toy line that was created in 2015 and hit the English market in 2017.
One of the first Beyblade was created and inspired by a Bey Tops. Some classmates were obsessed with them and came up with the concept from their collections.
Other Factors to Consider
Social Development
We know that not all children are social butterflies, for some, it takes a lot of extra effort to try and start up a friendship or strike a conversation with someone. Using Beyblades is a wonderful social tactic that your child will be able to use as interaction by showing off their favorite contenders or asking if that person wants to battle. We’re sure whatever kinds of Beyblades you are looking for next, we have it on our top ten list above. Be sure to check it out!
Frequently Asked Questions
q: Are Beyblades an educational toy?
No, Beyblades are not educational but they do provide other types of benefits. Beyblades is a social game as it is more fun for kids to battle with other kids. With Beyblade battles, they can work on socializing and use the Beyblade sets as conversation starters.
q: Are these beyblade toys popular with kids?
Beyblades are incredibly popular. It is a kid show that started in Japan and later made its way to America. Once the show aired in the U.S., it became an instant hit. Soon, there were toys and merchandising filling up store shelves. These kits can easily be found online, at a web retailer like Amazon.com.
q: Why are beyblade spinners banned in some schools?
Not all schools banned this game. Apparently, a school in the U.K. banned the game from their campus because a teacher said that her young students were getting injured when they played with them. She said they were getting poked in the eye by the Beyblades when they are released by the kids in the air instead of on the ground. Playing with a toy incorrectly will sometimes cause injury.
q: What is Beyblade Burst?
This storyline originates from Japanese Manga that also became merchandise. Beyblade Burst is the third major chapter of the Beyblade universe. The product line was released on July 15, 2015, and soon spread across the world.
q: What are Beyblades?
They are high-performance spinning toys. They were originally created by Hasbro in 2000. It is based off a popular kids’ TV show that can be seen in several languages. It was one of the most popular toys in the world between 2000 and 2005, with more than 100 million units sold.
q: What is it about them that kids really like?
One of the features kids enjoy about Beyblades are the interchangeable parts. When kids change parts, it changes the way their toy spins and fights for them.
q: Is the internet required to play Beyblade?
No, the internet is not required to play the game. But, the Japanese company that created Beyblades created a website where kids can have virtual battles. The website was a relaunch of the brand for the next generation of toys.
q: Is there anything else kids can do with these toys?
Kids can professionally compete with other kids. They are popular enough that there are National Beyblade Championships that are held in Los Angeles. Kids can win battles against dozens of other kids from all over the nation.
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