Best Toy Excavators of 2025

"I bought 10 of these for the Fireman's Christmas Toy Drive! They require no batteries, are made of heavy plastic, and have minimal loose pieces, making them great for any child. I took my grandson along to donate, teaching him the joy of sharing. We really hope the recipients enjoy their gifts!"

"My son is absolutely thrilled with this toy! The size is just right, the material is sturdy, and it moves easily without making noise. Perfect for his playtime!"

"I got this digger as an Easter gift for my nephew. It's a great size, very sturdy, and he loved it! I would definitely recommend it to others."

"I got this because it was on sale and because of the good reviews. Seeing how much my baby (now toddler) loves this toy, I’d say it’s worth the normal price as well. As a baby, he enjoyed watching it roll, and I appreciated how smoothly it moves and its size. The sound feature is great—it makes noises when the truck bed is lifted and has buttons for other sounds like backing up and starting the engine, which makes the truck vibrate and 'rumble.' My toddler even points to dump trucks in kids' books and recognizes this one. I can see him using it for pretend play for years to come. It's a great quality toy."

"I bought this for my grandkids to have fun with at my place. It’s a well-made toy that offers great value and lots of enjoyment for them."

"I purchased this as a gift for my cleaning lady's son. I’m confident he will have hours of fun playing with this CAT truck."

"My son is absolutely obsessed with this toy! We're on a mission to get the whole collection. It's such a fun toy with awesome noises. He and his dad have a blast playing together, and I think the price is quite fair for the build quality. The tracks and arm make it easy and enjoyable for my 2-year-old."

"I got this for my nephew, and he was thrilled to receive it! He really loves these construction equipment toys, especially when playing in the dirt. It's a fantastic gift for little ones who enjoy construction play."

"I was excited about this excavator, but it came with a blue scratch and some dirt underneath, plus there were corroded batteries inside. After replacing the batteries and cleaning it up, it worked for just a day before stopping again. My grandson doesn’t understand why it won’t work, and honestly, neither do I!"

"This toy was so much fun for my 4-year-old! After he opened it, he didn't even care about the other gifts."

"I got this for my boyfriend, and he was thrilled! It worked well at the beach, and I appreciate the extra battery. The only downside is that it’s a bit smaller than he wanted."

"Our toddler is obsessed with construction vehicles! We can't wait to show him this toy, which seems to have smooth operation and is quite sturdy. We're hoping for good durability!"

"I bought this for my son and he has been pretty hard on it. Despite that, it held up well. The tracks occasionally fell off, but he enjoyed putting them back on. He really liked this toy and spent a lot of time playing with it in the dirt. Although it eventually broke down, I would gladly buy another for the price and the fun he had."

"I purchased this for my 4-year-old who loves construction toys. He plays rough and often has crashes, but this excavator has withstood the abuse. He even takes it to bed and carries it everywhere. It has quickly become his favorite toy since he opened it!"

"My grandson absolutely loves this excavator. He plays with it constantly, and it sparks his imagination. The fact that it actually works for digging makes it even more exciting for him."

“I bought this for my six-year-old son for Christmas, and he had so much fun with it! He even took it to the neighbor's house, and all the adult men were having a blast playing with it too. The quality is great, and the battery lasts a long time. It's the perfect gift for anyone, regardless of age!”

“I purchased this toy for my grandson and have to say, it’s a nice toy for the money. So far, he hasn't broken it, which is a huge plus!”

“My five-year-old absolutely adores this toy! It comes with two batteries that last a long time, and I really have no complaints about the price either.”

"I was skeptical about these vehicles being plastic, but I was pleasantly surprised by their durability and size. My 4-year-old grandson has had a lot of fun, even taking them to the beach where they were easy to hose off!"

"My 3-year-old grandson is obsessed with these construction toys, although it took two of us to operate the excavator control because it was a bit stiff. The dump truck worked great, though, and they both seem well made!"

"I recently gifted this set to my 3-year-old nephew, and it's his favorite for outdoor play. He immediately took it to the sandbox and was happy as can be. It's amazing how well it held up after he tried to smash it to pieces!"

"I purchased the CAT Construction 11.5" Power Haulers Excavator for my grandson for Christmas, and it was an instant hit! From the moment he unwrapped it, he was captivated by the realistic design and functionality of this toy. One of the things that impressed me most about this excavator is its durability, built to withstand rough play, made from sturdy materials. My grandson loves using the excavator to dig, scoop, and transport objects, promoting his creativity and fine motor skills development. Overall, I couldn't be happier with this purchase!"

"My son absolutely loves excavators and this is one of his favorites. The only thing I would change is that the sound it makes is slightly too loud, but other than that, it’s super fun!"

"I bought two of these for my twin boys. Initially, the buttons on both sometimes work and other times, they don't. Despite changing the batteries multiple times, my boys still can't turn them on consistently. The tracks slide almost off, and we just received them two days ago. I wouldn't recommend buying these."

"I bought this for my almost 4-year-old, and he LOVES this truck! Even my 12-year-old has enjoyed playing with it. It's held up well, even after being thrown down the wooden basement stairs! Plus, it comes with an extra rechargeable battery, which is a great bonus. One charge gives us multiple 20-minute play sessions. Definitely a GREAT buy!"

"While this toy looks really cool and is detailed, I was disappointed with its longevity. It came with two batteries, but one was defective right out of the box. It worked for just two days before it died completely. Overall, I found it very disappointing and not worth the investment."

"I got this as a gift for my nephew, but honestly, I’m the one who’s really into it! It brings back nostalgia, and it’s so much better than the remote control toys I had as a child. I’d definitely recommend it for its functionality—not a bad price and quite powerful for its size!"

"I found these trucks to be awesome little vehicles! They are made of metal, very sturdy, and reasonably priced. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and the nice size—small but not too small!"

"As a parent, I appreciate the durability and detail of these toys. They are just the right size for our sensory bin and perfect for my preschoolers. The kids play with them daily!"

"I bought this set for my 5-year-old as a Christmas gift, and he was thrilled! The quality is beautiful and really impressive."