Shopping Savings: Holiday Toy Trends

With online sales booming due to the pandemic, Couponhunt.org, the top place for hand-selected coupons and deals from top retailers, has predicted the most popular toys consumers will be gifting this 2021 holiday season. 

It seems as though the pandemic has caused traditional toys to make a comeback, so you can break out those board games and puzzles and take a break from screen time. "This year we’ve seen a huge surge in the popularity of traditional toys and games that can be enjoyed by the whole family," says Rachael Larkman, Toy Buyer at John Lewis. "For example, sales of construction toys and puzzles such as Lego have risen 50% in the last 12 months, and we predict this trend will continue for Christmas 2021."

Since we haven't been able to visit movie theatres, we are nostalgic to whip out some popcorn and watch some break out films. "Some of the top toy trends we’re seeing for 2021 are those tied into films, with the lack of new releases last year meaning we saw very little along these lines in 2020," says Peter Jenkinson, AKA "The 'Toyologist," a UK-leading toy expert who regularly features on popular television programmes. "This year, we’ll have a new Ghostbuster film, Paw Patrol hitting the big screen and a Top Gun movie, too."

What's the best way to shop while saving for stocking stuffer season? Everyone loves a great deal and in order to save money at check out, CouponHunt.org offers verified coupons that allow for more savings and better results. Spokesperson Craig Anderson says, "Lots of coupon sites don't do a good job of validating that the coupons work, which is why we developed CouponHunt.org, because we hand pick coupons that actually work.”  Below are their top gift predictions so snag yours while you can!

1. Scalextric Batman vs Superman
2. Lego Elf Clubhouse
3. John Lewis FSC Wooden My 1st Train Set
4. Space Puzzle Ravensburger
5. John Lewis Waitrose Supermarket
6. Gravi Pro Starter Extreme
7. Kaloo My first Doll
8. Harry Potter Games Compendium
9. Soft Cuddly Friends - Hoppie Rabbit
10. Secret Garden book

You can learn more in this interview.

How can consumers make sure they don't miss out on getting the toys they want for gifts?

Good old google alerts- if there is a gift you or your kids are vying for this holiday season, set up your google alerts for the keywords on the wish list item. Check popular gifting sites, coupon sites, and of course online major retailers always stock the popular gifts.

What makes classic toys such great gifts for kids? 

Classic toys are always great because kids can learn. Education is so important growing up and kids are consumed with screens these days. Classic toys inspire creativity and use of the brain.

What are some ways families can get gifts on a budget?

Coupon sites are always your best bets. Also, there are brands that after gift sets and gift boxes at a much lower price so there is something for each member of the family. 

Black Friday sales always offer slashed prices as well.

What sets Coupon Hunt apart from other sites?

 CouponHunt.org offers verified coupons that allow for more savings and better results. Lots of coupon sites don't do a good job of validating that the coupons work, which is why we developed CouponHunt.org, because we hand pick coupons that actually work.