If a Toy on Your Child’s Wish List Is Sold Out, Check Out These In-Stock Alternatives

No need to panic, we’ve found great alternatives for the hottest holiday toys.

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November 15, 2021

By: Amanda Mushro

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Alternatives for This Holiday's Hottest Sold-Out Toys

For months, experts have been saying that we need to start our holiday shopping early-- and they weren’t kidding! If you’ve done an online search or checked the toy aisle at stores in your area, you’ll see that many toys are missing from the shelves. Retailers say that because of shipping delays and supply issues, they aren’t expecting to get more toys back in stock before the holidays. So, if your kids have been eyeing up one of the holiday’s hottest toys and you can’t get your hands on one, there’s no need to panic. We’ve rounded up the toys that are sold out and found great alternatives that you can still purchase.

Hot Toy: Magic Mixies

The Magic Mixies were called the "it" toy of the holiday season because they feature the fun of unboxing, a little magic, and a cuddly toy at the end. They’ve been flying off the shelves and many stores aren’t sure if they will get a restock before the holidays.

BUY IT: Target, $69.99

Alternative 1: Got2Glow Fairy Finder by WowWee

This magical jar lights up and lets you know when a fairy is visiting your jar. Take the jar with you and you may discover an ultra-rare fairy!

BUY IT: Target, $34.99

Alternative 2: Hatchimals Wow

Each egg hatches a 32-inch Llalacorn that kids can play with and hatch all over gain. With over 250 sounds and different games and activities, kids will love their new Llalcorn friend.

BUY IT: Amazon, $94.29

Hot Toy: Paw Patrol Ultimate Transforming Tower

If you have a Paw Patrol fan at home, then this 3-foot-tall toy is basically the coolest thing ever. So cool, in fact, that they’re becoming almost impossible to find. If you are lucky enough to see one, snag it now because it won’t last long on store shelves.

BUY IT: Target, $129.99

Alternative 1: Step2 PAW Patrol Coaster Ride-On

Perfect for indoor or outdoor fun, this ride-on coaster is a wow gift for sure. Kids can pretend to be Chase as they cruise down the coaster.

BUY IT: Target, $169.99

Alternative 2: PAW Patrol Dino Rescue Headquarters Playset

This Dino Rescue Headquarters comes to life with sounds and flashing lights. Kids can pretend to be part of the Paw Patrol team and act out their favorite scenes from the show and movie.

BUY IT: Target, $65.99

Hot Toy: Bluey Ultimate Caravan Adventures

Kids can go on a caravan adventure with Bluey and his family. This hot toy is getting harder to find as Bluey fans add it to their holiday shopping list. There are two different versions of this toy and both are pretty elusive.

BUY IT: Amazon, $44.84

Alternative 1: Bluey Pop Up Tent

The perfect tent for indoor play and Bluey Fans. The tent is super easy to set up and it folds up easily when playtime is over.

BUY IT: Amazon, $24.84

Alternative 2: Bluey Mega Bundle Home

This mega home has everything your kids need to have hours of fun with Bluey and his family!

BUY IT: Amazon, $59.99

Hot Toy: Moji the Lovable Labradoodle

Moji is basically like having a real puppy without sleepless nights and messes to clean. Moji responds to your touch and voice, has over 150 sounds & reactions, and does tricks like sit, shake, and high five. However, finding this pup in stores or online is going to be difficult.

BUY IT: Target, $79.99