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Comparison Table
Product
Title
Features
Price
Our choice
Little Tikes Turtle Sandbox
- Sturdy Frame
- No Assembly Required
- Good for 4 Children
Premium Pick
Big Game Hunter Boat Sand Pit
- You want to spark imagination
- Designed Like a Boat
- Has a Storage Compartment
Best Value
KandyToys Sand And Water Table
- Easy to Store
- Easy to Assemble/Disassemble
- Can be used with Sand and Water
Our Choice
Little Tikes Turtle Sandbox
We recommend you this product if you like a combi-pit (can be used for both sand and water)
- Sturdy Frame
- No Assembly Required
- Good for 4 Children
Pros
- Sturdy Frame
- No Assembly Required
- Two Built-In Seats
- Good for 4 Children at Once
Cons
- The Lid Could Easily Been Blown Off in Semi-Strong Winds
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Premium Pick
Big Game Hunter Boat Sand Pit
Buy this product if your child loves boats.
- You want to spark imagination
- Designed Like a Boat
- Has a Storage Compartment
Pros
- Designed Like a Boat
- Has a Canopy to Shade Children
- Has a Storage Compartment
Cons
- Very Large and 114cm Tall
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Best Value
KandyToys Sand And Water Table
Buy this product if you are short in space.
- Easy to Store
- Easy to Assemble/Disassemble
- Can be used with Sand and Water
Pros
- Easy to Store
- Easy to Assemble/Disassemble
- Can be used with Sand and Water
Cons
- Small, Only Suitable for One Child at a Time
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Big Game Hunters Racing Car Sand Pit
Buy this product if your little one loves cars.
- Fully Secured underlay
- Weatherproof cover included
- Storage compartment
Pros
- Fully Secured underlay
- Weatherproof cover included
- Storage compartment
- Fun interactive steering wheel
Cons
- Not great for more than two children
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Big Game Hunters Hexagonal Sandbox
Buy this product if you have a landscaped garden or artificial grass
- Large enough for 4 children
- Can add a wooden lid
- Easy to assemble
Pros
- Large enough for 4 children
- Can add a wooden lid
- Easy to assemble
Cons
- Its large so takes up more room (not suitable for small gardens)
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Plum Sandy Bay Wooden Sand and Water Table
Buy this product if you are looking for a smaller but nice looking water and sand play unit.
- Packs Away Neatly
- Water and Sand Play
- Promotes Safe Play
Pros
- Packs Away Neatly
- Water and Sand Play
- Promotes Safe Play
Cons
- Sand can easily mix with the water
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Big Game Hunters Square Sand Pit With Lid
Buy this product if you are buying for girls.
- Double sided (extra play area)
- Integrated lid
- Pink in colour
Pros
- Double sided (extra play area)
- Integrated lid
- Pink in colour
Cons
- Is extremely heavy when both sides are filled
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Gaurenteed4Less Pink Outdoor Sandpit
Buy this product if you are looking for a long lasting sand pit.
- Comes partly assembled
- Built in lid and seats
- Large enough for 4 children
Pros
- Comes partly assembled
- Built in lid and seats
- Large enough for 4 children
Cons
- The Lid isn’t Water Proof
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Sand Pit buying guide and FAQ
How old does my child have to be to use a sand pit?
Most of the best sand pits have a sensible age range on them, normally from 18 months, sometimes 2 years, upwards.
How much sand is required to fill a sand pit?
The amount of sand required to fill a sandpit will vary depending on the type of sand pit you decide to buy. We have outline the amount needed for each of our recommended products on this list.
How do I maintain my sand pit to protect from weather?
A lot of sandpits come with a weatherproof cover for when it’s not in use. This is the best way to protect them. You can take further measures if you have a wooden one, and treat it with a weatherproof stain.
What to think about when buying a sandpit
- Does have to be put together – If you aren’t great at assembling things then it’s worth checking if it’s something that’s required as you might need to pay someone to do it for you and make the cost of it very high.
- What is it made from – You’ll have multiple options for what your sand pit will be made of but to generalise, you’ll have wood or plastic. Plastic will be longer lasting but may discolour or crack. Wood will need some maintenance to be long lasting but can rot and splinter. Choose carefully.
- Is it easily portable – If you are going to need to move the sand pit regularly then you will want to go with a single player sand pit. Having a large one filled with sand will be almost impossible to move unless you are Eddie Hall!
- Does it need maintenance – Wooden sand pits generally will need some maintenance, this means emptying it, cleaning it, treating it, and storing it. If this is going to be difficult then plastic might be a better option.
- How much sand does it need to be filled – Play sand, although not hugely expensive, can drastically up your spend if you buy a large sand pit. Check the recommended amount of sand for your pit and source the sand first to get an idea of how much itll cost.
What Sand Should you Use in a Sand Pit
In a sand pit you should only use play sand. Using other types of sand, for example builders sand, can cause staining on clothes which will ruined them.
How to Make/Build a Sand Pit
Wickes has put together a great video to show you how to build a sandpit for your children if you would rather make your own!
Benefits of Getting a Sand Pit for Your Toddler
Here the top reasons to get a sandpit for your garden.
- Lets children think creatively
- Encourages imagination
- Develops physical skills
- Helps with social skills
- Discover new worlds and textures
Sandpit or Paddling Pool?
If you had to choose between one of the other what one should you go for?
We have looked at the best paddling pools on another guide but without spending all day readying here is a brief overview of what’s better in what aspect.
- What needs more space: Paddling Pool
- Can be Played with in any weather: Paddling pool
- Easier to set up to play with: Sand Pit
- Better for all year round: Sandpit
- Messier: Sand Pit
- More maintenance required: Paddling Pool
Where to Buy a Sand Pit
Amazon – there are a huge array of sandpits available on Amazon most of which include free delivery which is a bonus when it comes to large-item shipping.
Argos – Argos offers a large option when it comes to sandpits and offers varieties of lots of options on today’s list.
Asda – There are currently no sandpits available from Asda but on our search, we did find some to be available in some stores.
Smyths – Smyths offer a huge selection of sandpits and sandpit toys.
Aldi – Aldi sometimes offers sand pits but their deals change regularly and more likely to find one in the summer months.
Wilko – Wilko offers a small selection of sandpits but they are online exclusive more often than not.
