Best Kids First Phones (2026)

We analyzed 8 experts across 23 models to find the best kids first phones.

#1Also Great

4 expert reviews$28

Excellent

High-quality build with rugged, vintage aluminum design

Long battery life

Innovative dual dac architecture (1-bit and r2r)

Large physical size ('if you have really big pockets')

High price point ($1,999 usd)

#2Also Great

$370

Easy to use

Looks like smartphone

Difficult setup

Quick Comparison

#	Product	Score	Price	Top Pro	Top Con
1	D17 D17	89	$28	High-quality build with rugged, vintage aluminum design	Large physical size ('if you have really big pockets')
2	Bark	80	$370	Easy to use	Difficult setup