20 Best Outdoor Digging Toys [2024]

Are you looking for the best outdoor digging toys? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling outdoor digging toys.

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1 The Big Dig and Roll Big Dig Sandbox Digger Excavator Crane with 360° Rotation with Base, Great for... The Big Dig and Roll Big Dig Sandbox Digger Excavator Crane with 360° Rotation with Base, Great...
2 Costzon Kids Ride-on Sand Dumper, Children Outdoor Sandbox Toy w/ Ergonomic Handle & 4 Wheels, Heavy... Costzon Kids Ride-on Sand Dumper, Children Outdoor Sandbox Toy w/ Ergonomic Handle & 4 Wheels,...
3 Costzon Kids Ride On Sand Digger, 360° Rotatable Excavator Toy Crane with Base for Sand, Dirt,... Costzon Kids Ride On Sand Digger, 360° Rotatable Excavator Toy Crane with Base for Sand, Dirt,...
4 Costzon Kids Ride-on Sand Digger, Outdoor Sandbox Toy, Heavy Duty Steel Digging Scooper Excavator... Costzon Kids Ride-on Sand Digger, Outdoor Sandbox Toy, Heavy Duty Steel Digging Scooper Excavator...
5 burgkidz Sand Toy Beach Toys Set, Dinosaur Theme Toddler Sandbox Kit, Bucket, Shovels, Rakes,... burgkidz Sand Toy Beach Toys Set, Dinosaur Theme Toddler Sandbox Kit, Bucket, Shovels, Rakes,...
6 GLACER Sandbox Digger, 360° Rotation Kid Excavator Toy Crane with 4 Wheels, Heavy Duty Steel... GLACER Sandbox Digger, 360° Rotation Kid Excavator Toy Crane with 4 Wheels, Heavy Duty Steel...
7 Little Tikes You Drive Excavator Sand Toy kids can sit, scoop and dump Little Tikes You Drive Excavator Sand Toy kids can sit, scoop and dump
8 iPlay, iLearn Heavy Duty Construction Site Play Set, Metal Dump Truck, Excavator Digger, Tractor... iPlay, iLearn Heavy Duty Construction Site Play Set, Metal Dump Truck, Excavator Digger, Tractor...
9 GLACER Sandbox Digger, 360° Rotation Kid Excavator Toy Crane with Base, Steel Outdoor Play Digging... GLACER Sandbox Digger, 360° Rotation Kid Excavator Toy Crane with Base, Steel Outdoor Play...
10 5 Piece 8' Kids Gardening Tools, Made of Metal with Sturdy Wooden Handle, Safe Beach Sandbox Toy... 5 Piece 8" Kids Gardening Tools, Made of Metal with Sturdy Wooden Handle, Safe Beach Sandbox Toy...
11 GLACER Kids Ride On Sand Digger with Wheels, Sandbox Digger Excavator Toy w/ Rotatable Seat, Kids... GLACER Kids Ride On Sand Digger with Wheels, Sandbox Digger Excavator Toy w/ Rotatable Seat, Kids...
12 Albott Ride On Sand Digger Excavator Toys Working Crane with 8 inches Wheels and 360° Rotation Seat... Albott Ride On Sand Digger Excavator Toys Working Crane with 8 inches Wheels and 360° Rotation...
13 rolly toys CAT Construction Ride-On: 360-Degree Excavator/Shovel Digger, Youth Ages 3+ , Yellow rolly toys CAT Construction Ride-On: 360-Degree Excavator/Shovel Digger, Youth Ages 3+ , Yellow
14 Islmlisa 8' Long Gardening Tools for Kids, 3-Piece Kids Garden Tools with Rake,Shovel and Trowel Islmlisa 8" Long Gardening Tools for Kids, 3-Piece Kids Garden Tools with Rake,Shovel and Trowel
15 Excavator & Dump Truck Toy for Kids (Set of 2) – Moveable Claw & Lifting Back – Garbage Truck &... Excavator & Dump Truck Toy for Kids (Set of 2) – Moveable Claw & Lifting Back – Garbage Truck...
16 CUTE STONE Kids Gardening Tool Set, Garden Toys with Wheelbarrow, Watering Can, Gardening Gloves,... CUTE STONE Kids Gardening Tool Set, Garden Toys with Wheelbarrow, Watering Can, Gardening Gloves,...
17 TOMY John Deere 15' Big Scoop Dump Truck Sandbox Toy with Sand Tools TOMY John Deere 15" Big Scoop Dump Truck Sandbox Toy with Sand Tools
18 Little Wombats Kids Gardening Tools, 10 Piece Garden / Backyard Tools, Gloves, Apron, Rake, Hat,... Little Wombats Kids Gardening Tools, 10 Piece Garden / Backyard Tools, Gloves, Apron, Rake, Hat,...
19 Dimple Garden Wagon & Tools Toy Set Premium 15Piece Gardening Tools & Wagon Toy Set – Sturdy &... Dimple Garden Wagon & Tools Toy Set Premium 15Piece Gardening Tools & Wagon Toy Set – Sturdy &...
20 FUN LITTLE TOYS Kids Beach Sand Toys Set Sand Water Wheel, Beach Molds, Beach Bucket Beach Shovel... FUN LITTLE TOYS Kids Beach Sand Toys Set Sand Water Wheel, Beach Molds, Beach Bucket Beach Shovel...
Bestseller No. 1
The Big Dig and Roll Big Dig Sandbox Digger Excavator Crane with 360° Rotation with Base, Great for...
  • Great for the beach, backyard or playground. Pretend that you're on a big construction site with this backyard sandbox excavator. The big dig is the...
  • All season play: Sandbox digging toy digs sand, dirt, and snow. Dig up to 15" deep. The big dig can reach 33" when crane arm is fully extended.
  • Dig and dump: Seat and crane arm swivel 360° for digging and dumping action
  • Get outside and play: The big dig sandbox digging toy encourages kids to get outside, play and use their imaginations
  • Ages 3+ | Weight limit: 110 pounds
SaleBestseller No. 2
Costzon Kids Ride-on Sand Dumper, Children Outdoor Sandbox Toy w/ Ergonomic Handle & 4 Wheels, Heavy...
  • ❤️Sturdy Metal Frame: Constructed by metal frame, the sand dumper features durable construction and weather resistance. Coated in eco-friendly...
  • ✨Large Digging Volume & Extra-thick Wheels: Dig as much sand as possible with its large volume. Scooping and dumping actions improve hand-eye...
  • 👍Ergonomic Handle & Comfortable Seat: Ergonomic rubber handle offers your kids a soft touching while playing and the handled control help them...
  • 😊All-season Play: No restriction by seasons! Sift Sand, dig dirt, and shovel snow! With 110 lbs weight capacity, the sand dumper will be a great...
  • 🎁Wonderful Gift for Kids: Control the dump and scoop just like a real construction worker! The digging toy will help your kids develop fine motor...
Bestseller No. 3
Costzon Kids Ride On Sand Digger, 360° Rotatable Excavator Toy Crane with Base for Sand, Dirt,...
  • 💪Sturdy Metal Frame: Constructed by metal frame, the 22" x 15" x 12" (L x W x H) sand digger features durable construction and weather resistance....
  • ✨360° Rotatable Seat: The design of full 360° rotation seat offers your kids more flexibility to play all around. The dig likes an excavator in...
  • 💓Two-Handed Controls: Rubber handles offers your kids a soft touching while playing to avoid straining their fingers. The whole length of digging...
  • 😊All-Season Play: No restriction by seasons! Sift sand, dig dirt, and shovel snow! With 88lbs weight capacity, the ride on excavator allows your...
  • 🎁Ideal Gift for Kids: Control the levers, pivot, dump and scoop just like a real construction worker! It will help your kids develop fine motor...
Bestseller No. 4
Costzon Kids Ride-on Sand Digger, Outdoor Sandbox Toy, Heavy Duty Steel Digging Scooper Excavator...
  • 💪Sturdy Metal Frame: Constructed by metal frame, the sand digger features durable construction and weather resistance. Coated in eco-friendly...
  • ✨ 360° Rotatable Seat & 13” Large Wheels: The design of full 360° rotation seat offers your kids more flexibility to play all around. The dig...
  • 💓Two-Handed Controls: Rubber handles offers your kids a soft touching while playing to avoid straining their fingers. At the mean time, the...
  • 😊All-Season Play: No restriction by seasons! Sift sand, dig dirt, and shovel snow! With 88lbs weight capacity, the ride on excavator allows your...
  • 🎁Ideal Gift for Kids: Control the levers, pivot, dump and scoop just like a real construction worker! It will help your kids develop fine motor...
Bestseller No. 5
burgkidz Sand Toy Beach Toys Set, Dinosaur Theme Toddler Sandbox Kit, Bucket, Shovels, Rakes,...
  • Fun and colorful Dinosaur Theme Series Beach Toys: 3 Dinosaur Animal Molds, 1 Volcano Model Bucket, 1 Brown Dinosaur Paw Rakes, 1 Yellow Dinosaur...
  • Exclusive Dinosaur-themed Beach Toys: The concept of our beach toys comes from different dinosaur models. We believe that when children play with...
  • Ideal for Outdoor and Indoor Fun: Keep your child busy on the beach for hours, soaring in the world of dinosaurs, having fun in various creative...
  • High Quality and Durable: The burgkidz beach toys are authentic, durable and cleverly designed. Bright colors, easy to carry, and high-quality...
  • Best Creative Gift: Children love dinosaurs, and they will fall in love with this dinosaur-element beach toy. This dinosaur beach toys sand toys set...
Bestseller No. 6
GLACER Sandbox Digger, 360° Rotation Kid Excavator Toy Crane with 4 Wheels, Heavy Duty Steel...
  • 【Solid Construction with All-terrain Wheels】Crafted out of a heavy-duty stainless steel frame, this sandbox digger is durable and reliable with a...
  • 【Digging 360 °with Non-slip Handles】Our ride-on sandbox excavator features a wide seat that can rotate 360 degrees, giving digging a whole lot of...
  • 【Skills Enhanced】Controlling the levers, pivot, dumping, and scooping, while kids are enjoying the realistic digging joy the ride-on excavator...
  • 【All-Season Gift】This ride-on sandbox toy is an ideal gift for kids over 3 years old. Not only can it dig sand and dirt under the summer sun, but...
  • 【Easy to Assemble with a Light Weight】The installation (can only be done by adults) is fast and easy with illustrated instruction and rich...
Bestseller No. 7
Little Tikes You Drive Excavator Sand Toy kids can sit, scoop and dump
  • ACTION EXCAVATOR - Excavator sand toy gets kids in action
  • KID CONTROLLED - Kids can sit on the excavator and control the scooper with the levers
  • ADJUSTABLE SEAT - Adjustable seat to fit every child
  • SWIVEL, TURN & SCOOP - Excavator can swivel and turn for lots of scooping fun
  • TOUGH & DURABLE - Durable, quality materials can withstand the outdoors
SaleBestseller No. 8
iPlay, iLearn Heavy Duty Construction Site Play Set, Metal Dump Truck, Excavator Digger, Tractor...
  • Alloy made. Exceptional high quality moving vehicles are made of strong die-cast metal that can stand rough play.
  • Realistic vehicles help kids learn about the structures, working principles and applications of machinery in real life.
  • Durable parts allow Excavator to rotate, Dump Truck to unload, and Bulldozer bucket to rise, which develops kids fine finger skills.
  • Excellent for role playing games and perfect for sandpits. Top rated toys for 3-6 year olds toddler boys, girls, kids, children.
  • Best gift for birthday, festivals and holidays. Give your child a construction gift that creates endless happy moments!
Bestseller No. 9
GLACER Sandbox Digger, 360° Rotation Kid Excavator Toy Crane with Base, Steel Outdoor Play Digging...
  • 💛【Dual Controls】Featuring with 2-handed control function, this sandbox digger allows your kids to dig and dump while greatly increases hand-eye...
  • 😊【360° Rotatable Seat】Designed with 360° rotatable seat, this kids ride-on crane toy simulates the real excavator which satisfies...
  • ⛱️【Sturdy Construction】Made of heavy duty metal frame with powder-coated and odorless plastic, this outdoor sandbox toy is anti-rust and...
  • ⛄【Suitable for All Seasons】With simple yet practical design, this kids ride on swivel sand digger will make eye-catching addition in beach,...
  • 💪【Grow with Kids】This premium sandbox digger will be the perfect present to your adorable kids for birthday, Christmas and other happy...
Bestseller No. 10
5 Piece 8" Kids Gardening Tools, Made of Metal with Sturdy Wooden Handle, Safe Beach Sandbox Toy...
  • 💖VERY STURDY, HIGH QUALITY TOOLS - These functional, high-quality hand tools are designed for outdoor play time, or working alongside mom and dad...
  • 💖FIVE PIECES UNIQUE GARDEN TOOL SET - This set includes a spoon, fork, trowel, rake and shovel. Each tool is constructed of real, high quality...
  • 💖SAFE AND RIGHT SIZE FOR CHILDREN/KIDS - Right size for kids and perfect fit for little hands, not too sharp, too heavy and there are NO sharp...
  • 💖BRIGHT COLORS, LIGHT WEIGHT - The bright colors make these a favorite with kids. These tools are super cute and addorable. Fun For All Ages 3 to...
  • 💖MONEY BACK GUARANTEE: We set out to make the best kids garden tools possible, and we truly believe that's what they are. However, if you purchase...
Bestseller No. 11
GLACER Kids Ride On Sand Digger with Wheels, Sandbox Digger Excavator Toy w/ Rotatable Seat, Kids...
  • 💛【Sturdy Frame】: With the carbon steel frame, this outdoor excavator crane toy is weatherproof, which can be used for a long time. The durable...
  • 😊【360° Rotatable Seat & 4 Wheels】: The seat of kids sand excavator crane toy can rotate 360 degrees, which allows kids to excavate in all...
  • ⛱️【2 Handles & Metal Shovel】: The excavator crane toy is controlled by 2 soft handles, which is easy to operate and can improve kids’ hand...
  • ⛄【Perfect Outdoor Toy】: No restriction by seasons! This kids ride-on sand excavator crane encourages kids to get outside, such as park,...
  • 💪【Easy to Assemble】: Equipped with complete accessories, this kids ride-on sand digger can be easily assembled according to the detailed...
SaleBestseller No. 12
Albott Ride On Sand Digger Excavator Toys Working Crane with 8 inches Wheels and 360° Rotation Seat...
  • 8in Large Wheels - 8in is the largest digger wheel size with excellent grip in the market currently , great for moving in sandy land. Large-size widen...
  • Sturdy Metal Frame - Made of durable metal construction, tight welding.Big Excavator is suitable for 3 to 12 years kids, weight limit is up to 165...
  • Rotates 360° Seat - Comfortable PP rotation seat offers nice flexibility to work all directions like a real excavator. And seat sticker will shield...
  • Dual controls - 2-Handed control will achieve lifting and dumping action,which can help your kids develop fine motor skills, learn manual dexterity...
  • Largest Digger Toys for Kids - Great for the Beach, Backyard or Playground. Lot of fun with sand, dirt, and snow in all seasons. Have the largest size...
Bestseller No. 13
rolly toys CAT Construction Ride-On: 360-Degree Excavator/Shovel Digger, Youth Ages 3+ , Yellow
  • Digger ride-on toy with scooping bucket and real working dual action levers allow your children to easily operate the digger while learning valuable...
  • Large resin digging shovel is capable of rotating 360 degrees around the main digger base, enabling your children to scoop in one area and dump the...
  • Four rolling wheels for easy forward and backward movements, wheels are made of resin with long-lasting rubberized tread strips to ensure better...
  • High-impact blow-molded resin body for superb style and long-lasting durability; Capable of scooping up sand, loose dirt and snow
  • Recommended for children between ages three and six years old; Maximum weight capacity of 75 pounds on seat of digger
Bestseller No. 14
Islmlisa 8" Long Gardening Tools for Kids, 3-Piece Kids Garden Tools with Rake,Shovel and Trowel
  • Three Unique Garden Tools For Kids; Also Great Toddler Garden Tools.
  • The tools feature bright, fun colors, and measure 8-inches in length.
  • Each tool is constructed of metal, with a durable hardwood handle.
  • These Garden Tools For Children are environmentally friendly, non-toxic and are designed to last for a long time.
  • These functional, high-quality hand tools are designed for outdoor play time, or working alongside mom and dad in the garden.
SaleBestseller No. 15
Excavator & Dump Truck Toy for Kids (Set of 2) – Moveable Claw & Lifting Back – Garbage Truck &...
  • SET OF 2: Double the fun! Our construction truck toy set comes with one excavator truck and one dump truck. Excavator can be used to dig huge pieces...
  • PREMIUM QUALITY CONSTRUCTION: Crafted from premium quality ABS plastic, boy construction trucks can withstand rough use and multiple bumps on the...
  • REALISTIC MOVING PARTS: Toy excavator can move 360 degrees and shovel arm has an operating handle. Back of the dump truck lifts at the press of a...
  • A CANT MISS GIFT: Want to give your child which he will love playing for hours? Our construction truck set makes an excellent gift for your child on...
  • NOT JUST A TOY: Playing with these kinds of toys will provide your child with hours of imaginative play. It helps promote hand-eye coordination,...
SaleBestseller No. 16
CUTE STONE Kids Gardening Tool Set, Garden Toys with Wheelbarrow, Watering Can, Gardening Gloves,...
  • Kids Gardening Tools Set: Kit includes Child Sized Wheelbarrow, Watering Can, Gloves, Hand Rake, Shovel, Double Hoe,Cultivator, Hedge Clippers and...
  • Fun Wheelbarrow : This wheelbarrow is as functional as it is fun to use. The handles of wheelbarrow are great for little hands. Easy to push and...
  • Indoor & Outdoor Use: Younger Children can use these tools outdoor to play with dirt, sand or small rocks. Set can also be used to role play indoors...
  • Safe & Durable Material: Made of high quantity environment-friendly PP material which is odor-free has smooth edges and is durable. The gardening...
  • Great Gift Ideal! It's a fun gift for Christmas, birthday or other special occasions. Surprise your smaller children with this colorful gardening...
SaleBestseller No. 17
TOMY John Deere 15" Big Scoop Dump Truck Sandbox Toy with Sand Tools
  • 4 Piece Toy Set: Durable 15" toy dump truck with 3 sandbox toys - scoop with sifter, hand tiller, and tractor wheel pattern roller
  • Features an easy-grip handle to tilt big loads out of the dump bed for fun in the sandbox or at the beach
  • Officially licensed John Deere product
  • Recommended age: 3 years and up
SaleBestseller No. 18
Little Wombats Kids Gardening Tools, 10 Piece Garden / Backyard Tools, Gloves, Apron, Rake, Hat,...
  • LEARN WHILE PLAYING: For toddlers, the gardening set can be a great way to help mom and dad in the garden while developing motor skills. Older kids...
  • PROMOTE OUTDOOR PLAY: Get kids away from the TV and video games and out into the fresh air! They’ll love digging in the dirt, watering plants,...
  • SAFE FOR CHILDREN: The toy tools are crafted for small hands and have no sharp edges. The garden rake, shovel, and trowel are high quality with wooden...
  • UNIQUE GIFT: Gardening gifts for STEM learning and a lifelong respect for nature. All the yard tools children will need to get started in a home...
  • RISK-FREE PURCHASE: We want all of our little wombats to enjoy connecting with nature and we have the utmost confidence that you’ll love our garden...
Bestseller No. 19
Dimple Garden Wagon & Tools Toy Set Premium 15Piece Gardening Tools & Wagon Toy Set – Sturdy &...
  • A tremendous value toddler garden toy set! Save money on buying separately Your kids’ gardening tools! Our complete toddler gardening kit includes 8...
  • Much more than a gardening set! Boost your toddler interest in gardening and spend quality time digging and planting seeds together! Explore the...
  • Quality crafted & durable! Worry no more about flimsy handles on gardening tool toys that break in a breeze! Made from sturdy BPA-free plastic to...
  • An amazing gift! Offer this adorable garden tool set to any ambitious little gardener and make them remember you forever! Available in gender-free...
  • The best garden wagon kit or your money back! When it comes to kid’s play sets, quality is our top priority! We take great pride in our Toddler...
SaleBestseller No. 20
FUN LITTLE TOYS Kids Beach Sand Toys Set Sand Water Wheel, Beach Molds, Beach Bucket Beach Shovel...
  • 19 pieces beach toy set contains 1 water wheel, 6 beach tool kit, 1 beach bucket, 1 watering can, 9 beach molds and 1 mesh bag
  • Cultivates kid’s imagination and creativity
  • Vibrant colors; Made with thick durable plastic
  • Nontoxic and safe for children to play
  • Strong mesh bag, convenient to organize assorted beach toys

Having trouble finding a great outdoor digging toys?

This problem is well understood by us because we have gone through the entire outdoor digging toys research process ourselves, which is why we have put together a comprehensive list of the best outdoor digging toyss available in the market today.

After hours of searching and using all the models on the market, we have found the best outdoor digging toys for 2023. See our ranking below!

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Do you get stressed out thinking about shopping for a great outdoor digging toys? Do doubts keep creeping into your mind?

We understand, because we’ve already gone through the whole process of researching outdoor digging toys, which is why we have assembled a comprehensive list of the greatest outdoor digging toys available in the current market. We’ve also come up with a list of questions that you probably have yourself.

John Harvards has done the best we can with our thoughts and recommendations, but it’s still crucial that you do thorough research on your own for outdoor digging toys that you consider buying. Your questions might include the following:

  • Is it worth buying an outdoor digging toys?
  • What benefits are there with buying an outdoor digging toys?
  • What factors deserve consideration when shopping for an effective outdoor digging toys?
  • Why is it crucial to invest in any outdoor digging toys, much less the best one?
  • Which outdoor digging toys are good in the current market?
  • Where can you find information like this about outdoor digging toys?

We’re convinced that you likely have far more questions than just these regarding outdoor digging toys, and the only real way to satisfy your need for knowledge is to get information from as many reputable online sources as you possibly can.

Potential sources can include buying guides for outdoor digging toys, rating websites, word-of-mouth testimonials, online forums, and product reviews. Thorough and mindful research is crucial to making sure you get your hands on the best-possible outdoor digging toys. Make sure that you are only using trustworthy and credible websites and sources.

John Harvards provides an outdoor digging toys buying guide, and the information is totally objective and authentic. We employ both AI and big data in proofreading the collected information.

How did we create this buying guide? We did it using a custom-created selection of algorithms that lets us manifest a top-10 list of the best available outdoor digging toys currently available on the market.

This technology we use to assemble our list depends on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the following:

  1. Brand Value: Every brand of outdoor digging toys has a value all its own. Most brands offer some sort of unique selling proposition that’s supposed to bring something different to the table than their competitors.
  2. Features: What bells and whistles matter for an outdoor digging toys?
  3. Specifications: How powerful they are can be measured.
  4. Product Value: This simply is how much bang for the buck you get from your outdoor digging toys.
  5. Customer Ratings: Number ratings grade outdoor digging toys objectively.
  6. Customer Reviews: Closely related to ratings, these paragraphs give you first-hand and detailed information from real-world users about their outdoor digging toys.
  7. Product Quality: You don’t always get what you pay for with an outdoor digging toys, sometimes less, and sometimes more.
  8. Product Reliability: How sturdy and durable an outdoor digging toys is should be an indication of how long it will work out for you.

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FAQ:

Q: What are the best toys for kids to play outdoors?

A: A mom of two, she has included many of her go-to outdoor toys on this list, including the Stomp Rocket Jr., the Micro Kickboard Maxi scooter, the Pacific Tents play tunnel, and Crayola’s sidewalk chalk.

Q: How do you use the Orange Digger?

A: The digger’s arm can be lifted with just the push of a button. And with its classic orange color, your kid will always be able to spot their digger, even when it’s covered in dirt.

Q: Is the John Deere scale model digger good for kids?

A: By using the dual-action levers, your kid can move and dump dirt with ease. This scale-model digger is also lightweight, which makes toting it to the park easy. And with its standard John Deere green color, it’ll match the rest of your family’s tools.

Q: What is the ultimate goal of digging holes?

A: Or maybe the ultimate goal is just to create an enormous huge hole —you know, the kind that’s smack dab in your front yard, waiting for unsuspecting people to fall into. Nonetheless, the prospect of digging in and throwing dirt over their shoulder is made all the more exciting when they have a cool construction tool to do it with.