If your household has been taken over by Pokémon cards, plushies and endless episodes of the anime, we have news that’s going to make your little trainer very happy. The Pikachu Toniebox 2 has officially arrived in Australia, and it’s as adorable as you’d expect.
For those new to the Toniebox world, here’s the short version: it’s a screen-free audio player designed specifically for kids. Pop a character figurine (called a Tonie) on top, and it plays stories, songs or educational content. No apps to navigate, no screens to negotiate. Just press, play and let their imagination do the rest.
What makes the Pikachu Toniebox 2 special
The Toniebox 2 is the upgraded version of the original, and this Pikachu edition is a collaboration that Pokémon fans have been waiting for. The box itself comes in that iconic Pikachu yellow, complete with those signature rosy cheeks and pointy ears. It’s genuinely cute sitting on a shelf, which matters when you’re the one looking at it all day.
Inside, the Toniebox 2 brings improved audio quality, a longer battery life and a more intuitive design. The controls are simple enough for little hands to manage independently. Tilt to skip tracks, tap to pause, squeeze the ears to adjust volume. Kids pick it up within minutes.
The Pikachu Toniebox 2 starter set comes with a Pikachu Tonie figurine that unlocks Pokémon audio adventures. Think storytelling that brings the Pokémon universe to life without requiring a screen. For car trips, quiet time, or those moments when you need them entertained but don’t want to hand over a device, it’s a solid solution.
Building a collection
Part of what makes the Toniebox system work so well is the ever-growing range of Tonies available. Beyond Pikachu, you can add other Pokémon characters, Disney favourites, Julia Donaldson stories, educational content and more. Each Tonie unlocks different audio, so the library grows with your child’s interests.
There are also Creative Tonies, which let you record your own content. Grandparents recording bedtime stories, parents leaving messages, or kids making up their own adventures. It’s a lovely feature that families often discover after the initial Pokémon obsession has been satisfied.
Who is it for?
The Toniebox is designed for kids aged 3 and up, though plenty of older children (and, let’s be honest, some adults) enjoy it too. It’s particularly good for:
- Kids who love Pokémon and need no further convincing
- Families looking to reduce screen time without the resulting tantrums
- Children who enjoy audio stories and independent play
- Parents who want something robust enough to survive being carted around everywhere
The box itself is designed to withstand the realities of childhood. It’s padded, durable, and doesn’t have any small parts to lose or break. The Tonies are chunky enough to survive being stuffed in bags, dropped on floors and generally treated the way kids treat their favourite things.
Where to buy
The Pikachu Toniebox 2 is available now through major Australian retailers including BIG W, Target and Amazon. Pricing sits around $199 for the starter set, which includes the Toniebox, the Pikachu Tonie and a charging station.
Individual Tonies typically retail for around $25-$30 each, making them ideal for birthday presents, reward charts or those “just because” moments when you spot one at the shops.
For Pokémon-obsessed households, this one’s a winner. Screen-free, imagination-powered and undeniably cute. Pika pika indeed.
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