Shape sorters
Sorters by pieces, material, and age.
Shape sorters- 8models tracked
- $12 to $30price range
All 8 shape sorters
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By the maker's age label
Grouped by where each maker's age label starts, in the maker's own units.
9 months and up (1)
1 year and up (2)
12 months and up (3)
- Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Farm Animal Puzzle
- Hape Wooden Wonder Shape Sorter
- Infantino Jumbo Shape Sorter
18 months and up (1)
Shape sorters side by side
Sorted by the start of the maker's age label. Values are as each maker lists them.
| Product | Age label | Pieces | Size | Batteries | Material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melissa & Doug Take-Along Shape Sorter | 9+ months | – | 13.5 x 9.75 x 3.75 inches | No | Plastic shapes and a padded carrying case |
| Yookidoo Shape N Spin Gear Sorter | 1-3Years | – | – | No | – |
| Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Farm Animal Puzzle | Ages 12 - 36M | – | – | – | – |
| Hape Shape Sorting Box | Suitable for 1Y and above | 4 | 5.07 x 5.07 x 5.07 inches | – | Wood construction (type not named) |
| Hape Wooden Wonder Shape Sorter | From 12 months | 7 | – | – | Plywood, Birch, ABS, PMMA, Chinlon |
| Infantino Jumbo Shape Sorter | 12 months + | 5 | – | – | – |
| LeapFrog Spin & Change Apple Shape Sorter | Ages 18-36 months | – | – | No | 85% reclaimed plastic (apple and shape blocks) |
| Mushie Shape Sorting Box | – | – | 5.6 x 5.6 x 5.6 | – | food grade PP and ABS plastic (per the maker) |
Shelves
No batteries needed, per the maker (3)
Age labels and small parts
What to look for in shape sorters
The range across every baby toy here, with the typical middle half shaded and the shortlist marked.
Price
What it lists for at the maker or a major store. Sales move this often.
Typical: $16.95 to $17.99. 4 of 8 list it. Lowest price: Shape Sorting Box.
Questions about shape sorters
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Why does the age label matter?
Use and supervision: follow the maker's warnings on the product, and see CPSC's Safe Nursery guide. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.
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SubscriptionsPrice per box and cancellation terms, in the maker's words.2 models
StackingCups, rings, and stackers, by material and age.16 models$6 to $35$6.99 to $35.99
Push & pullCord lengths as stated. Put cord toys away after play.44 models$7 to $69$7.99 to $69.99
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