Best Plush Puppets of 2025

"I purchased these for my nephew's birthday, and he absolutely loved them. They're well made, soft, and colorful with great expressions on each puppet, providing fun for the whole family, regardless of age!"

"We got these for our daughter, and they've provided her with hours of fun. The puppets are well made and colorful; she especially adored the parrot!"

"As a retired teacher, I know how effective puppets can be for learning. I bought these for my grandson, who has a hearing issue. The quality is impressive, and we've seen him speak more while playing with them. They’re also easy to store!"

"I ordered this Puppet set for my 2.5-year-old grandson for Christmas. He absolutely loves them! I'm very pleased with the quality, and each one is cute as can be! The packaging is nice too!"

"I bought the JOYIN 6Pcs Kids Hand Puppet Set for my dog's Christmas present. They are perfect and I will buy these again and again! They are very well made and durable. They have a big opening and fit my hand well. My dogs go insane over animated stuffed animals. I highly recommend these!"

"As a retired elementary principal, I can't recommend these more. Puppets simulate appropriate social responses and stimulate critical thinking in a fun way. I bought these as a gift for a friend with a small child. They absolutely loved them!"

"I have so much fun with these puppets. The colors are very bright and beautiful. They are amazing quality and easy for the little kids to use. They have lots of fun and have spent lots of time playing with these. I love this brand!"

"These puppets are perfect for peekaboo! I do wish they were a bit larger or the mouth moved, but overall they are pretty good. They have cute details on each animal, like mud on the pig or printed tails on the back. The colors are bright and they survived the washer without any issues!"

"My granddaughter, who is 2 and a half, asked for these for Christmas and was delighted when she opened them. She started playing with them right away and keeps coming back to them. They are perfect for imaginative play and I believe they'll get a lot of use. With 8 puppets in the set, they are great for when other kids visit."

“This is the cutest thing ever! I purchased it for my 7-year-old brother with autism, and he adores Pete the Cat. I thought it was just a plush toy, but it turned out to be a puppet! The price was fantastic for a plushie about a foot tall. It's super easy to use with only three finger inserts. It made me giggle endlessly, and the material is incredibly soft! 5 Stars for sure!”

“I got this puppet as a birthday gift for my granddaughter, who is just learning to read. She loves Pete the Cat! The puppet is of good quality and very well made.”

“I used this puppet during activities with my students and my own kids—everyone loved it! It’s such a fun way to engage them.”

"I love these puppets! They fit perfectly on my granddaughter's small hands and are super cute. I'm excited to use them during our playtime together!"

"These puppets came in a nice box, and I found them very well made and adorable. They fit snugly on my adult hands, but I plan to give them as gifts for my great niece and nephews."

"I've searched for good puppets for reading time, and the quality of this set is the best I've found. Unlike others, these are made to last."

"My son adores these puppets! They are very durable and the size is just right. I found the price to be quite reasonable, especially since they were more expensive at other places. The lifelike appearance is impressive, and I appreciate that the clothing can be removed."

"I purchased these for my 13-year-old grandson. He loved the police puppet but it got chewed up by the dog. These puppets are well-made and of good quality. I’m sure he’ll be pleased!"

"Melissa and Doug products are always a hit! They are durable, adorable, and suitable for both kids and adults. Manipulating the mouth and arms is straightforward, providing hours of imaginative fun."

“My daughter adores it! It's a puppet, so we can make it move with our hands. It's pretty cool.”

“This puppet is utterly adorable and works perfectly for my grandson's imaginative play.”

“I was initially worried that the actual product wouldn't look as friendly as described, but it's really cute.”

"I find this stuffed raccoon so cute with great detail and well-made quality. I highly recommend it!"

"As a ski patroller, I often entertain kids with these Folkmanis finger puppets. They've been a great distraction during treatment, and I can't keep them when it's time to leave!"

"I bought this for my daughter, and she really liked it! It's adorable, although it is a bit small."

"As a preschool teacher, I absolutely adore this puppet! Folkmanis puppets are exceptionally well made, and the kids love them just as much as I do. The snow owl's head turns, making it incredibly realistic. I would buy them all if I could!"

"I gifted this adorable owl to my great granddaughter for her birthday, and she absolutely loves it! It looks professionally made and adds a special touch to her collection."

"I included this owl puppet in a baby shower basket for expectant parents who wanted a woodland theme. It was a huge hit! Now, a year later, it's a regular part of their story time. Folkmanis puppets are simply beautiful!"

"I find these puppets to be adorable and they made my 3-year-old niece very happy! The size is just right for her little hands, and they are incredibly fun and colorful. As a fan of pretend play, I think these are perfect for her interests!"

"I ordered these for my great grandson's birthday, and even though it hasn't happened yet, I'm sure he's going to love them. These puppets are ginormous and I can't wait to see his reaction!"

"My twin granddaughters absolutely adore these puppets. The excellent quality and bright colors make them definitely worth the money!"