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Type
Size
Material
Color
Capacity
Our Top Choice
Step2 Naturally Playful Sand Table
Step2 encourages learning and growth in children by providing toys that stimulate children’s creativity through play.
Easily-assembled. Can be comfortably moved around. Convenient height for toddlers. Lid locks tightly, keeping moisture and unsupervised kids out. Accessories included.
The sand bin could be deeper.
Sand and dabbling
36 x 26 x 16.4 inches;17lbs
Plastic
Red/brown
80 lbs
Best Value
Children’s Factory Large Sensory Table
The Children’s Factory is passionate about creating toys and play environments that are soft, safe, and creative.
Versatile and sturdy enough to hold water, water beads, ice, and more. Lightweight enough to tip over, empty, and clean. Water- and rust-proof. Wheels lock.
It does not come with a lid.
Sensory table
36 x 24 x 24 inches; 17lbs
Plastic/steel
Red
20 lbs Kidfetti/50 lbs sand
Hape Happy Trails Sand Table
Hape, an award-winning brand, is popular with parents, pediatricians, experts, and teachers for producing growth-stimulating toys.
Fascinating, colorful, and modern. You can bolt it to the ground for stability. Sturdy construction and easily assembled. Sealed-in sand. Magnetic pieces.
One doesn't get to feel the sand, as it’s sealed in and just not accessible.
Magnetic sand table
30 x 30 x 9.2 inches; 1lbs
Steel/wood
Natural/blue
20 lbs
Wood Designs Petite Tot Sand & Water Table
Wood Designs uses the best materials, the most imaginative designs, and the strongest construction to create great early-learning furniture.
Sturdy. Easy to set up and maintain. No sharp edges. UV-resistant. Plywood/plastic construction. Comes with drain plug. Lid included.
The lid is somewhat heavy and requires some careful handling.
Sand and water table
15 x 28 x 18 inches; 29lbs
Wood/plastic
Natural
40-50 lbs
American Plastic Toys Sand Table
American Plastic Toys has manufactured safe toys in the United States for more than half a century and earned the love of parents and child caregivers.
Easy to set up, as all that’s requires is to snap the legs in. Easy to clean and transport. Quite durable. Lightweight. Waterproof tarp.
There are isolated complaints about the tarp’s loops not fitting the hooks.
Sand and dabbling
34.5 x 22.5 x 15 inches; 5.7lbs
Plastic
Lemon/blue
20 lbs