10 Best Ninja Turtle Toys Reviewed in 2024
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Angeline Mirenda
A group of butt-kicking, pizza-eating superheroes? Most kids will say, “sign me up!” It’s no wonder the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have been such a cultural phenomenon. Since their debut comic in 1984, they’ve had several reiterations from animated television shows to live action movies. If your kid is dying to be one of the gang, maybe it’s time to get them some cool gear. Check out ten of our favorite Ninja Turtle toys, games, and accessories!
This is the best product on our list that is currently in stock:
Two-in-one turtle and micro skatepark
Comes with two one-inch tall action figures: Michelangelo and Mondo Gecko
Includes a working tiny skateboard to play on the skate park’s features
Includes a canon to manually shoot projectiles
Connects to other Ninja Turtles Micro Mutant Pet to Turtle Playsets
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Turtle Tank Vehicle
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Michelangelo's Skate Park Pet
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Nickelodeon Bell 3D Bike Helmet
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Pillow Pets Dream Lite
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Starkma Cartoon Costume 4 Piece
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Jay Franco Nickelodeon Pillowtime
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Digital Watch with Matallic Green Bezel
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Out of The Shadows Leonardo Basic Figure
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Licensed Bowling Set
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Playhut Shell Raiser Vehicle
10 Best Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Toys Reviewed
1. Turtle Tank Vehicle
Projectile launchers
Can launch Shell Hogs
Donnie’s tech lab rises and rotates
Flip-open front and back hatches
Functional wheels
Back hatch is delicate
The turtles are ready for a takedown! Everyone climb aboard and get ready to bust some bad guys. This 2-in-1 vehicle includes projectile launchers, an ascending and spinning tech lab, a lookout tower, and more! It’s compatible with all Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles figures. It’s vibrant, colorful, and designed with a nod to the nostalgic art and style of the turtles from the ’80s and ’90s. With multiple interactive features, adventure awaits with this crime-bustin’ Turtle Tank!
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This toy is full of fun little features. Launch ninja spears from the tech lab and lookout tower. Climb in the front cab with easy flip-open action, and escape out the loading dock just as smoothly! If you have any Shell Hogs, you can attach and launch them from this vehicle. Just pay attention to make sure you’re buying right and left ones so you can launch from both sides!
Educational Value
There are lots of opportunities for children to build dexterity and fine motor skills with this set. It’s also a brilliant playground for creative expression and role playing! The little nooks, crannies, and special features will engage children as they act out their favorite turtle missions.
Design
Though this set doesn’t come with any figurines, it does have a lot of bells and whistles. Donnie’s tech lab can disconnect from the top and hook up to the Epic Sewer Level Playset. You can also attach Shell Hogs, making this a good piece if you have a child who’s been collecting various turtle toys. There’s room for multiple turtles to climb, drive, and fight off the nasties at once. No need for solo missions: bring the whole team!
Effectiveness
The back hatch is a little delicate, so we wouldn’t suggest this for children who are still rough with their toys. It also has some small pieces, so keep an eye on toddlers if you bring it out. It’s got a lot of neat components, though, and it can connect to other playsets from this line of toys. Eventually, kids can build their own turtle town!
2. Michelangelo's Skate Park Pet
Two-in-one turtle and micro skatepark
Comes with two one-inch tall action figures: Michelangelo and Mondo Gecko
Includes a working tiny skateboard to play on the skate park’s features
Includes a canon to manually shoot projectiles
Connects to other Ninja Turtles Micro Mutant Pet to Turtle Playsets
Very small pieces can be easy to misplace
The Micro Mutant Michelangelo's Skate Park Pet to Turtle Playset is a two-in-one toy that when closed appears like a pet Mikey turtle, and when opened it becomes a tiny skate park playset. The micro skate park includes a skate ramp, two battle platforms, a trick ejection pad, and a sewer tunnel that exits. The Micro Mutant playset includes two tiny one-inch tall action figures that move at articulations.
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The Micro Mutant Michelangelo’s Skate Park Pet to Turtle Playset opens up a world of opportunity to create and imagine for your child. Imaginations will run wild either playing with the pet turtle version or the skatepark with its mini action figures. Kids can create all different types of scenarios and stories that help to enhance their creative skills.
Entertainment Value
There is a Michelangelo figure with a working mini skateboard and a Mondo Gecko skateboard. The set also includes an attachable cannon with two projectiles that can be fired manually.
Design
Additionally, there are three other playsets available that are themed based on Leonardo, Donatello, and Raphael, and they can all connect to each other through their respective sewer escape tunnels.
Effectiveness
Role play helps kids better understand the dynamics of human relationships and other aspects of the real world as they play out different potential plots. These Micro Mutant Pet to Turtle Playsets are all recommended for children over 4 years old.
3. Nickelodeon Bell 3D Bike Helmet
Safety-certified
Three layers of protection
Adjustable chin strap to allow some room for growth
Fun Ninja Turtle characters
Five different designs to choose from
No way to adjust the padding inside the helmet for snug fit
Turtles are notoriously slow, but the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are pretty quick to hit the scene when there’s a crime to be thwarted, and we imagine that your little one can be a bit of a speed demon at times, too. This adorable 3D helmet features a fun, plush mask in five different colors.
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Three separate layers work to protect your child’s head in this helmet. The casing is hard plastic, followed by a styrofoam layer, and a foam insert. Kids can scoot or bike their little hearts out while you look on with the knowledge that you’ve provided them a sturdy, safe helmet to protect their precious heads.
Educational Value
Choose from the four classic Ninja Turtle colors or a basic green with no mask. The aerodynamic cooling vents will keep your kid’s head cool and comfy. It’s safe, it’s so silly (and how much fun is it to watch them riding around with this bad boy...er, turtle on?), and it’s adjustable.
Design
The helmet is ASTM and CPSC safety certified. With a thick, durable plastic shell, styrofoam inner layer, and thick foam support for comfort, you can rest easy. The turtles know that even heroes take a little spill now and then.
Effectiveness
The measuring chart will help you determine what size your child needs and an adjustable chin strap gives them a little wiggle room to grow.
4. Pillow Pets Dream Lite
BPA and phthalate free
Soft, cuddly pillow pet
Donatello and Michelangelo available
Four different light-up options
Timer shuts the light off after 20 minutes automatically
Two out of three light colors are dim
Some pillows are defective right out of the box
Maybe their dreams won’t necessarily be “sweet” with this Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Pillow Pet but they’ll certainly be fun and adventurous! The Dream Lite pillow is available in two awesome turtle friend designs: Michelangelo or Donatello. And if your little one is afraid of the dark, never fear, their turtle friend is here--and he doubles as a nightlight! This pillow projects four light options: amber, blue, green, or an alternating pattern of the three.
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A built-in timer shuts off after twenty minutes, allowing kids plenty of time to fall asleep and then ensuring the light won’t wake them up in the middle of the night.
Entertainment Value
This pillow pet is made of a chenille plush and measures eleven by seven by five inches. It is free of any BPA or phthalates and is suitable for children ages three and up.
Design
It can be hard to train children to sleep alone but this plush pillow pet is a handy tool. Kids will feel braver with one of their favorite superheroes by their side and since the turtle lights up as they drift off to sleep, they won’t have to worry about the dark either.
Effectiveness
It doesn’t just project lights, it actually projects a picture of a turtle head. This combination pillow-pet-and-nightlight is an adorable and creative way to help children sleep at night.
5. Starkma Cartoon Costume 4 Piece
Comes with four Ninja Turtles capes: Michelangelo, Donatello, Raphael, and Leonardo
Comes with four felt masks: red, blue, green, and purple
Capes measure 70 centimeters by 70 centimeters
Made with safe materials for wearing
Encourages imaginative role play
Materials are not extremely durable over time
This set of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles costumes comes with four satin Ninja Turtles capes and four felt masks. The capes are green satin with either red, blue, green, or purple detailing and the felt masks are also either red, blue, green, or purple to match. Each cape has a picture of one of the Ninja Turtles face on the back. The capes measure 70 centimeters by 70 centimeters, making it so they fit kids between 3 and 8 years old, on average. The materials are safe according to the standards set by the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act
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These Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles costumes provide the opportunity for up to four friends to channel their inner Ninja Turtle and have a blast role-playing while looking awesome. Imaginative role play helps children build social skills, self-confidence, and creativity.
Entertainment Value
This set of four Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles costumes is great for encouraging interactive imaginative role play among friends or siblings. Costumes provide added inspiration when it comes to role-playing and can help assist kids in feeling confident as they get immersed in playing a role.
Design
Gearing up in these costumes is bound to get your Ninja Turtles-- uh, we mean, children-- having a blast taking on villains and throwing pizza.
Effectiveness
This toy is awesome in that includes all four Ninja Turtles costumes in one set for such an affordable price! Of course one child could just throw on a cape and mask and have fun alone, but this set allows for the full imaginary actualization of the entire Ninja Turtles squad.
6. Jay Franco Nickelodeon Pillowtime
Soft and plushy materials
Comes in various options featuring Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, or Raphael
Made with 100% Polyester
Large size pillow pal
Suitable and safe for all ages
Some parents report the coloring is off compared to the Ninja Turtles typical colors on some models
This Ninja Turtles Pillowtime Pal Pillow is an awesome plush toy that comes in different Ninja Turtles options to satisfy every fan’s favorite, including a Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello, and Raphael version.
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Just because the pillowtime pal pillow looks like a Ninja Turtle doesn’t mean that your child could make it a dad to their stuffed dog or some other creative scenario. But then again, they will still be benefitting creatively if they stick to the Ninja Turtles theme. Additionally, stuffed toys can provide comfort for children as they move through difficulties in developing emotionally and mentally.
Entertainment Value
This stuffed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pillowtime pal pillow is an adorable cuddle buddy for bedtime or can be played with through imagination like a doll or action figure. Using imaginative play with a stuffed toy can help children enhance creative skills and expand their understanding of both human relationships and the overall dynamics of society as a whole.
Design
The character pillows are made with 100% polyester, and are about 15 to 23 inches tall, depending on the option selected.
Effectiveness
Each pillow is plushy on the inside and soft on the outside. These Pillowtime Pal Pillows are safe and suitable for children of all ages.
7. Digital Watch with Matallic Green Bezel
Easy to set up
Fun multi-color LED light show
Features four Ninja Turtle brothers
Digital clock face
Analog seconds along the rim
Outer ring falls off easily; you may need superglue
Time to fight some crime! And what better way to tell the city’s hour of need than with a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle digital wristwatch? This fun watch features flashing LED lights. Press the top right button to trigger an awesome light show right on the dial. The clock’s interface is easy to read, so even children who aren’t used to analog clocks will be able to keep up. All materials used are non-toxic and lab-tested.
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Little ones can stop asking mom and dad what time it is and find out for themselves with this great Ninja Turtle watch! It features a digital interface but also has the seconds of an analog clock marked along the rim so kids can get used to seeing and understanding that system as well.
Entertainment Value
It’s a great little gadget for children who have a schedule to keep, or just want to be able to tell time throughout the day. It’s especially perfect for little ones who haven’t studied or fully grasped analog clocks yet.
Design
The buckle is easy for little fingers to maneuver, and features the four turtle brothers surrounded by a green rim that children can use to help remember the placement of the second hand on analog clocks.
Effectiveness
No pesky hazardous chemicals have made their way into this watch. An adjustable strap means kids can continue to wear it, even as they grow.
8. Out of The Shadows Leonardo Basic Figure
Fully poseable
Five inches tall
Includes two swords
Out of the Shadows Leonardo rendition
Durable and meant to withstand rough play
There aren’t many bells and whistles here; he doesn’t do anything exciting or unusual, so this is probably better for kids who have vivid imaginations and enjoy simple toys
Cowabunga! The pizza party’s over and the city needs saving. Join Leonardo as he tracks down the other three Ninja Turtles and they band together to stop evil. Or send him on a solo mission with your little one! This figurine measures five inches tall and is fully poseable. His aesthetic is inspired by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle movie Out of the Shadows. (Paramount Pictures released this “live-action” film in 2016 in case you missed it. .
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Role-playing games allow children to expand their imagination, express themselves freely, explore social dynamics, practice empathy, and more. Action figures are a great addition to any kid’s toy collection and this one is a straightforward, strong model.
Entertainment Value
It’s a CGI heavy rendition of the turtles.) Leonardo comes with two swords. He’s ready to dish out some serious justice--and then maybe some more ‘za after the city is safe again. This figurine is durable and built to withstand imaginative, rough play.
Design
He looks a little more adult than some of the original cartoon iterations, so this is an especially great pick for older kids who are starting to enjoy more mature stylization in their media.
Effectiveness
Action figures allow kids to construct their own narratives and practice imitation when it comes to the stories they’ve seen in the content they consume. This figurine is solid and well-made so he can hold up through some rough and tumble adventures with your little one.
9. Licensed Bowling Set
Six pins and one bowling ball
Lightweight, durable plastic
Features Ninja Turtle characters
Easy to set up
Helps improve coordination and keeps kids active
Characters are on a shrink wrap; young children may accidentally remove this
Step on up and earn yourself a strike with this Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Licensed Bowling Set. The kit includes one plastic bowling ball and six plastic pins in different colors and with a different Ninja Turtle character on each pin. The pins stand at 7.5 inches tall, and the ball is small enough to fit easily into little hands. This set is perfect for indoor or outdoor use and is suitable for children ages 2 and up.
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Bowling will help children develop hand-eye coordination, motor skills, and work their little muscles. The ball is lightweight and about the size of a softball, so toddlers and young children can still play safely and happily.
Entertainment Value
Easy to set up, it’s the perfect toy for solo play, or invite some friends over and have a mini bowling party right in your own home or yard.
Design
The pins are lightweight and will bend under force, so little ones can’t get seriously injured, even if they’re misusing them or an accident happens. The box has a handle and can be reused for storage to make clean up good and easy. Just stay in your lane!
Effectiveness
It’s a fun little play set that works indoors and outdoors, and is easy to set up and safe. Kids and grown-ups alike will have a ball trying to knock down the six Ninja Turtle pins.
10. Playhut Shell Raiser Vehicle
Easy assembly and take-down
Realistic shellraiser vehicle depiction on tent exterior
Comes with multiple spaces for entry and exit
Can connect with other Playhut tents with tunnels (bought separately)
Made with durable, flame-resistant materials
Does not include tunnels
If your child is a fan of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle tv show, then they have probably dreamed of operating the shell raiser. Now they can, with the play hut Ninja Turtle Shell Raiser Vehicle. The outside of this play tent is designed to look like the Shell Raiser and even has the ninja turtles pictured. While the vinyl material of the tent is durable, we recommend only using it indoors. For added safety, the material has been made to be flame resistant.
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Your child’s imagination will be stimulated as they create pretend scenarios revolving around the shell raiser.
Entertainment Value
The tunnels connect to other play tents, so you can create one big Adventureland in your home.
Design
Designed with multiple entryways, several children can get in and out of the playhut at the same time.
Effectiveness
Assembly is quick and easy, so your child can begin playing soon after opening this tent. When your child is done playing in the hut you can easily fold it down and store it away. This play hut encourages social play as it big enough for several children to fit inside.
Criteria Used for Evaluation
Educational Value
The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles story follows the four teenage mutants dedicated to hiding their turtle secret and to protect their home, New York City, from evil. The stories portrayed in the movies, television show, video games, and comics provide lessons on leadership, sticking to your values, perseverance in achieving goals and developing abilities, the importance of collaborating as a team, and learning how to balance playful fun and taking things seriously. Most of the games on the list incorporate official Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles art and illustrations. There is a toy on the list for every Ninja Turtles fan whether they’re more creative,
Entertainment Value
Many of the toys on our list incorporate imaginative play into their designs. The Ninja Turtles capes and masks set, role-play shell and shell raiser vehicle, for example, provide an awesome path for children to role play and pretend to be their favorite Ninja Turtle.
Design
When collaborating with others during imaginative role-play, whether it be using action figures or themselves, children are able to learn to listen better and think quickly to respond to each other in a way that makes sense for the plot they are creating. Imagination is truly infinite in nature. Although the toys on this list are all Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles themed, they do not necessarily limit a child to only creating Ninja Turtles related narratives.
Effectiveness
Turtle action figure or stuffed toy appears as Donatello or Leonardo, for example, doesn’t mean that it can’t be brought to life as a human dad in a game of “house” or as an alien-fighting space cadet. Exercising the imagination is a great way for children to lay the foundation for other creative skills which can be of wonderful assistance in many realms of real life.
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Additionally, through imaginative play, children work through different potential scenarios that inform them about the dynamics of human relationships and how things work in the real world. It is a wonderful form of play to do alone or as a social experience with other peers or family members.
The stuffed turtle toy and mini action figures provide an opportunity for kids to bring an inanimate object to life through narration and actions while creating a new plot. Imaginative play is extremely beneficial for children to participate in as it helps in the development of many important skills.
Other Factors to Consider
Safety
All of the content on the Born Cute website prioritizes a safe experience for children. We will never recommend any toy or product for kids that contains unsafe materials or inherent risks for use by children. That being said, every toy on this list is absolutely safe for children to use, depending on the age range specified by the manufacturer. None of the action figures are going to contain sharp edges for example, and none of the toys incorporating fabrics in their design are going to contain harmful chemicals. Our research involves checking the potential for foreign import issues, potential recalls, the risk for toxic ingredients, and any certifications for safety required for certain types of toys or products. If parental supervision is suggested or required, we make sure to make that clear in our review. We love your kids, and our ultimate goal is for them to have fun, learn, and remain safe based on our recommendations.
Creativity
Just as the Ninja Turtle toys that assist children in developing skills associated with imaginative play, there are many other potential skills and abilities that are enhanced through playing with the toys on this list. The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles edition of UNO helps children work on pattern recognition and categorization skills. The Ninja Turtles puzzle in a lunchbox set enhances fine-motor skills, pattern recognition, and spatial reasoning. We could go on and on. The My Kids Need That team is focused on reviewing and sharing products for kids that are of course fun but also incorporate developmental benefits such as those we just discussed. We believe that all the toys your child plays with can and should provide assistance in healthy growth and development. Every experience a human has affected them in one way or another, so we choose to provide parents with lists such as these that ensure a positive influence on your child.
Frequently Asked Questions
q: Are these toys suitable for my 3-year-old child?
Most of the toys are not appropriate or recommended for most 3-year-olds. However, the capes and masks costume set, pillow time pillow pal, and shell raiser vehicle are safe and age-appropriate for 3-year-olds.
q: Are any of these toys electronic?
None of the toys included on this list involve screens. We compiled this list so kids can expand upon the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles plots provided in movies, TV shows, video games, and comics.
q: What are the central themes in the TMNT series? Are they appropriate for children?
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles can seem deceivingly innocuous at first-glance: they’re…”ninjitsu” turtles that live in a sewer and love pizza? True! But they’re also a franchise that explores themes of community, belonging, otherness, justice, and friendship. Each ninja turtle is named after a famous Renaissance artist, helping to launch children into a possible interest in history and culture. The series sometimes explores more solemn storylines but tends to try to keep plotlines kid-friendly and humorous. They employ comedy well. And while you might not be crazy about their junk food habits and poor diets, you will appreciate their heroism and sense of duty to one another.
q: What are the differences between the four turtles?
Great question! We’ll break them down by color, name, and personality so you have a better shot at understanding just whom your child is talking about. Leonardo is the noble leader who wears a blue mask and wields two swords. He is the most responsible of his brothers. Michelangelo is a jokester who can never get enough pizza. He wears an orange mask and carries a pair of nunchaku. He’s often considered the comic relief. Donatello is the tech genius, appearing in a purple mask and using a bo staff. He is the most level-headed of the group, often trying to troubleshoot with logic over violence. And finally, Raphael is the resident bad boy. He wears a red mask and has a pair of sai. He tends to be the most hot-headed and sarcastic, but also is incredibly loyal to his family and friends.
q: Are these toys based on the cartoon or the live action movie?
There’s a variety of different toys and accessories out there, as the TMNT have had many iterations! They first appeared in 1984 and climbed to fame by the late 1980s. They acquired their first television cartoon series in 1987 and have been a hot commodity ever since. There are several comics out there as well as a 1990 live-action feature starring animatronics designed by Jim Henson’s company. 2003 saw an animated reboot and 2014 brought us a live-action film directed by Michael Bay. The cartoons tend to be the most popular model for toys but you may find some of the movie merchandise on our list!
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