Review: FyrFlyz

Summer tends to mean kids are stying up later than usual - and that means toys they can play with in the dark! FyrFlyz are these neat toys that allow kids to do tricks and light shows. There are three different styles: the Blue Angel, the Cyclone, and the Nytfyr. Each one has different colored LED's that will light up. We received the Cyclone, which is green and white.


Think of the FyrFlyz like a cross between a yo-yo and the basic string tricks we used to do as kids like Cat's Cradle mixed in with lightup jewelry that you find at concerts and amusement parks. It uses a string that hooks onto your finger from each hand, and in the middle there is the little pieces that light up. You can pull the string different ways to make the tricks light up - the tighter the string, the more "space" is between the light loops. I tried to get a video of DH doing some loops with it, but it didn't come out as anything but a blur. It is really neat though, and one of those toys that are fun to put aside for camping trips, sleepovers or in the bin of toys to play with when the electric is out.


Since it's an LED light, that lasts awhile, but be aware that FyrFlyz uses two small batteries - like the kind you find in watches or talking books - and that can be expensive to replace when the batteries die. I really don't like toys that border on almost disposable as a parent, and I know finding those batteries can be such a pain that half the time we don't bother. Also, since the string is a little long, if you have younger children, you'll want to keep this far from their reach. I would also supervise any children playing with it, just in case they are being silly and accidentally get it around their (or a friend's) neck.

FyrFlyz are starting to hit the market where toys are sold and of course, Amazon.com. The suggested retail price is around $10.

I received a sample of this toy in order to play with it and share my thoughts on it. All opinions are my own.