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The 10 Best Kids Sprinklers For Your Backyard

Because what summer is complete without kids dancing through a sprinkler in the yard?

by Donna Freydkin
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Unicorn Sprinkler by JOYIN in front of a teal background

Few things scream “summer afternoon” quite like the sight of little kids running, jumping, and power sliding through a sprinkler on a hot day. Sure, your lawn might not look the same after the water-logging event, but the best sprinklers for kids provide such an unencumbered joy that you won’t even sweat it.

And if we’re being honest, the best thing about kids sprinklers is their work-to-entertainment ratio. Be it a traditional lawn sprinkler or an inflatable unicorn sprinkler, they offer a kid’s activity that’s low maintenance and high reward. Just attach a hose, maybe do some inflating, and let the kids have fun. No batteries, no rules, no clean-up (well, not too much clean-up).

So, whether you’re in the market for a giant inflatable unicorn sprinkler for kids, an inflatable sprinkler-pool combo that provides the best of both worlds, or a tsk-tsk-tsk-ing sprinkler that spins and sprays in every conceivable direction, here are some of our favorite sprinklers for kids.

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Kids Unicorn Sprinklers

Unicorn Sprinkler by JOYIN

The pink and blue mane on this unicorn sprinkler really takes it to the next level. If your child is a fan of mythical creatures, this unicorn sprinkler is for you. It's over five feet tall, and hooks right up to your garden hose.

$24.99
Unicorn Sprinkler Pool Float by LAYCOL

This unicorn sprinkler stands a little shorter at 44 inches tall, but doubles as a ride-on pool float.

Fun Inflatable Sprinklers

Rainbow Arch Spray Pool by Intex

This sprinkler-splash-pool combo lets kids wade in still water or get sprayed. It's way better looking than your average kiddie pool.

$14.99
Giant Inflatable Giraffe Sprinkler by GoFloats

This 7-foot tall giraffe is as easy to set up as it is fun. It's made with extra thick, UV coated vinyl, and has a special valve to help it inflate and deflate in only a few minutes. Keep it in one place by weighing the base down with a little water.

$59.99
Mega Melon Jumbo Sprinkler by JOYIN

This jumbo watermelon sprinkler sprays in multiple directions, and the spray height can be adjusted by changing the water pressure. It comes in just under 3 feet tall.

Inflatable Rainbow Sprinkler by SainSmart Jr.

This awesome rainbow sprinkler is six feet of pure inflatable joy. A massive rainbow? That rains water? Really, we don't even need to say anything more.

$34.99
Dinosaur Sprinkler and Ring Toss by Pretex

An inflatable dinosaur sprinkler that doubles as a ring toss? Say less.

Kids Lawn Sprinklers

Kids Garden Sprinkler by 711TEK

This kids sprinkler has three 360-degree rotating arms and 12 built-in nozzles, meaning everyone gets soaked, fast. Adjust as needed, for max soaking potential. It has a weighted base for added stability.

$17.98
Splash Patrol Sprinkler by Melissa & Doug

If you're going to have water shoot out of some contraption, why not worms wearing construction hats? This sprinkler is best for kids ages 3 and up.

$11.29
Sprinkler by Splashin'kids

This sprinkler and splash mat is one of Amazon's top sellers. This handy little sprinkler is made of heavy-duty PVC. It's 68 inches in diameter, and suitable for younger kids. Your garden hose will power it.

$14.95

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