There’s a new hot toy on the collectable stuffed-animal scene: Squishmallows. Squishmallows are super squeezable plush toys that come in a wide range of characters, colors and sizes. There are Disney Squishmallows, seasonal Squishmallows, stackable Squishmallows sets, Flip-A-Mallows (reversible plushies that can flip inside out and turn into a new creature) and plenty of mystery packs.
What Beanie Babies were to the 1990s, and Webkinz and Build-A-Bear were to the 2000s, Squishmallows have taken over as the plush toy of the 2020s. Each animal comes with its own name and storyline, and there are more than 1,000 Squishmallows to collect. But, as the many Tik Tok videos under #Squishmallows will show you, it might be tough to find certain cuddly characters in stock, especially around the holiday shopping season.
Squishmallows are available at a wide range of retailers, including Walmart, Amazon, Target, Claire’s and more. If you’re searching for a rare or often out-of-stock Squishmallows character, Squish Alert is an app that tracks restocks of the plush toys. You can also sign up for official emails from Squishmallows for news on restocks and new toys.
With the holidays swiftly approaching, and shipping delays looming, depending on where you live, some of these Squishmallows may not arrive in time for Christmas. If you’re looking to put something Squishmallows-related under the tree, a gift card to a popular Squishmallows seller such as Amazon is an easy way to still give the gift of Squishmallows this holiday season.
Keep reading to check out some of the season’s most adorable toys, including Squishmallows, Lego, LOL Surprise! and more.
Squishmallows 8-inch Nightmare Before Christmas Zero
What’s this? What’s this? It’s a fun little Zero plush from Disney’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas.”
Squishmallows 8″ Nightmare Before Christmas Zero, $48 (regularly $60)
Squishmallows 10-inch Baby Yoda
The Force is definitely with this adorable Squishmallows version of The Child, aka Grogu from Disney’s “The Mandalorian.”
Squishmallows 10-inch Baby Yoda, $70
Squishmallows 20-inch Unicorn
Soar to new snuggly heights with this 20-inch magical unicorn Squishmallow.
Squishmallows 20-inch Unicorn, $40
Squishville Sealife Squad mini Squishmallows 6-pack
Meet the Sealife Squad. These 2-inch plush pals are still ultra-soft like their larger Squishmallows friends. This 6-pack includes an octopus, otter, shark and clownfish, plus two additional mystery mini squishmallows.
Squishville Sealife Squad mini Squishmallows 6-pack, $15
Squishmallows 8-inch Disney Mickey Mouse with Santa Hat
Well, hot dog! This Mickey Mouse Squishmallow sure is ready to celebrate the holidays in squishy Disney style.
Squishmallows 8-inch Disney Mickey Mouse with Santa Hat, $25 (regularly $28)
Squishmallows 14-inch Eeyore
This 14-inch Eeyore plush comes all the way from the Hundred Acre Wood to bring you some cheer this holiday season.
Squishmallows 14-inch Eeyore, $20
Squishmallows 14-Inch Kaldette the Grapefruit – scented
Kaldette the Grapefruit is one soft slice of citrus, and this plush is even grapefruit scented.
Squishmallows 14-Inch Kaldette the Grapefruit (scented), $20
Squishmallows 20-inch Sloth
In the wild, sloths snooze for up to 15 hours every day. In Squishmallow form, these snuggly creatures can nap with you for as long as you like.
Squishmallows 20-inch Sloth, $40
More of the Christmas season’s hottest toys are on sale now
If you’re like the holiday shoppers captured by a 2021 RetailMeNot survey, toys are near the top of your shopping list — and deals are at the very, very top. We’ve searched for, and found, the best last-minute deals on some of the top-selling toys this Christmas — hot-ticket items by LOL Surprise, Lego, Nerf and more.
If the Squishmallow you were searching for is out of stock, or can’t make it in time for Christmas morning, here are some great alternative gifts that you can score a deal on right now.
LOL Surprise! OMG House of Surprises
The 2021 holiday season may as well be called the LOL Surprise holiday season. Get the popular toy line’s wooden OMG House of Surprises for 20% off its $230 list price at Amazon and Walmart. The toy is recommended for ages 4 to 14.
LOL Surprise OMG House of Surprises, $180 (reduced from $230)
Beyblade Burst Surge Speedstorm Motor Strike Battle Set
A top toy of the 2021 holiday season, per a Strategist survey of industry experts, the Beyblade Burst Surge Speedstorm Motor Strike Battle Set is a next level Beystadium, with a spinning, battery-powered Motor Vortex. The set comes with two tops and two launches. (Batteries are not included; you’ll need three AAs.) Listed at $63, Walmart had the set for $50, or 20% off. The toy is recommended for ages 8 and up.
Beyblade Burst Surge Speedstorm Motor Strike Battle Set, $50 (reduced from $60)
WowWee Got2Glow Fairy Finder (Walmart Glow in the Dark Exclusive)
WowWee’s Got2Glow Fairy Finder is a top toy pick of the 2021 holiday season. As the fairy hunter in your family probably knows, the jar lights up and makes a sound whenever it’s used to “catch” a fairy. The one featured here is billed by Walmart as an exclusive edition that features fairies of the glow-in-the-dark variety. Regularly priced at about $40, it’s on sale for $35. Recommended for ages 5 and up.
WowWee Got2Glow Fairy Finder (Walmart Glow in the Dark Exclusive), $35 (reduced from $40)
Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box
One of Amazon’s top-selling toys, this 484-piece box of timeless Lego Classic bricks is available for $24 on the retail site. That’s more than 30% off the $35 list price. Recommended for ages 4 and up.
Lego Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696, $24 (reduced from $35)
Baby Alive Lulu Achoo doll
A top-seller at Walmart, the 12-inch Baby Alive Lulu Achoo doll is on sale by the retailer for as little as $37, more than 25% off its $53 list price. As its name suggests, Baby Alive Lulu Achoo is a sneezer. To the presumed delight of the CDC, upon every sneeze, the battery-powered doll covers her mouth with her little baby-doll hands. (Three AA batteries are included.) Lulu Achoo’s human keepers can monitor her baby-doll health with a range of included accessories, including a toy stethoscope and thermometer. Additionally, Lulu Achoo can indicate her medical state with the help of a light-up nose and forehead. Lulu Achoo was available in three hair colors: black (pictured), brown and blonde. Prices vary. Recommended for ages 3 and up.
Baby Alive Lulu Achoo doll, black hair, $40 (reduced from $53)
Nerf Rival Curve Shot Sideswipe XXI-1200
At last look, the deals and stock were plentiful on one of the 2021 holiday season’s prized Nerf blasters. Amazon, Target and Walmart all had the Nerf Rival Curve Shot Sideswipe XXI-1200 going for $20, about 30% off its $26 list price. Twelve Nerf rounds are included; batteries are not required. Recommended for ages 14 and up.
Nerf Rival Curve Shot Sideswipe XXI-120, $16 (reduced from $26)
My Squishy Little Dumplings dolls
Walmart had the best price (by a penny) that we found on this buzzed-about toy. The babbling, cooing, responsive My Squishy Little Dumpling dolls come in a variety of identities — and colors. At Walmart, you could get Dee, the pink one (pictured), Dot, the blue one, and Dip, the turquoise one, for $12 each, or 20% off the $15 list price. Coco, the one that’s described as looking like a cotton-candy cloud, was also available via Walmart, but for $15.
My Squishy Little Dumplings – Dee – Pink, $12 (reduced from $15)
Dinobros dinosaur toy cars (6 pack)
One of Amazon’s top-sellers, and one of the biggest deals on this list, this set of six dinosaur-shaped toy cars from Dinobros is available for $22, down from its list price of $30. These toys are kid-powered, no batteries required. Recommended for ages 3 and up.
Dinobros dinosaur toy cars (6 pack), $22 (reduced from $30)
Star Wars the Child talking toy
If the animatronic Star Wars Galactic Snackin’ Grogu toy is out of your price range (the Amazon holiday toy pick was going for $59 on the site), then you may be able to please the little “Mandalorian” fan on your list with the Star Wars the Child talking toy. It was being offered at 41% off its $26 list price by Amazon. Batteries included. Recommended for ages 3 and up.
Star Wars the Child talking toy, $22 (reduced from $26)
(OUT OF STOCK) Magic Mixies – Magical Misting Cauldron
One of Toy Insider’s “Hot 20” toys for the 2021 holiday season, the plush-toy-producing Magic Misting Cauldron is almost impossible to find at its list price, much less at a discount. We’re putting a Walmart button here (so you can check for possible restocks) because the retailer had the toy going for as little as $54. You’ll probably need a lot magic to score one, but it doesn’t hurt to click.
Magic Mixies – Magical Misting Cauldron (Pink), $54
Magic Mixies – Magical Misting Cauldron (Blue), $54
