Karaoke Machines for Kids
Kids' karaoke machines keep things simple: a few buttons, a built-in speaker, preloaded songs and AA batteries. Check the age guidance and which batteries you'll need before you wrap one.
What to check for kids
- Age guidance. VTech lists the Kidi Star for ages 5 and up. Check each listing for its own guidance.
- Batteries. The Star Stage and Lil' Rex need 3 AA batteries, not included. The Kidi Star takes 4 AA batteries or a VTech 6 V adapter, sold separately.
- Battery safety. Fit batteries yourself and keep loose batteries away from small children.
- Songs. The Kidi Star and Star Stage play more songs from a phone or tablet over a cable. The TONOR K9 family speaker takes a cable too, plus the wireless connection TONOR calls "wireless 5.0". Singing Machine lists no audio input for Lil' Rex, so it sticks to its two built-in songs.
- Volume. Keep an eye on the volume, especially with the family speaker.
Our picks
VTech Kidi Star Karaoke Machine (pink/purple)
Who it suits: Kids 5 and up who want to sing over their own songs: VTech's Music Magic mode turns down the main vocal.
What the maker lists:
- VTech lists it for ages 5 and up
- Music Magic mode turns down the main vocal track of songs
- Connects to an MP3 player or phone with the included 3.5 mm audio cable
- Eight built-in songs
- Disco light that twists 180 degrees
- Two recording slots of up to four minutes each, with voice-changing effects and audience sounds (applause, cheering)
- Runs on 4 AA batteries or a VTech 3.5 mm DC 6 V adapter (sold separately)
Check before buying: Takes 4 AA batteries, or a VTech 6 V adapter sold separately (VTech parent's guide).
Specs from VTech press release (PR Newswire, Aug 23 2018) and VTech Kidi Star parent's guide, read 2026-10-19.
Singing Machine Kids Star Stage (SMK910PP)
Who it suits: Little performers who like a stand: an adjustable mic stand on a lit star base.
What the maker lists:
- Adjustable microphone stand on a star-shaped, lit base
- Built-in speaker and pre-recorded songs
- Line-in for a phone, tablet or MP3 player
- One children's wired microphone with volume control
- Singing Machine's mobile app, listed for Android tablets, adds songs
- Runs on 3 AA batteries (not included)
- The maker lists 2 lb and up to 39.4 in tall
Check before buying: Needs 3 AA batteries (not included). Extra songs come through the maker's app, which Singing Machine lists for Android tablets.
Specs from Singing Machine, read 2026-10-19.
Singing Machine Sing-Along Crew Lil' Rex (SMK010)
Who it suits: Younger children who'd rather carry a cuddly T-rex than a speaker: two preloaded songs and record-and-playback.
What the maker lists:
- Plush T-rex backpack with a built-in speaker and microphone
- Two preloaded songs and two sound effects
- Record and playback
- Adjustable shoulder straps and a mic holder
- Runs on 3 AA batteries (not included)
- The maker lists 8.5 x 7.5 x 9.0 in
Check before buying: Needs 3 AA batteries (not included). It has a built-in mic, not a separate one.
Specs from Singing Machine, read 2026-10-19.
TONOR K9 Karaoke Machine
Who it suits: Families who want one machine for kids and adults: two wireless mics and a baby voice mode.
What the maker lists:
- Two 4-inch full-range speakers
- Two wireless microphones, an AUX cable and a USB charging cable in the box
- Male, female and baby voice modes, plus KTV and concert scene modes
- Touch panel controls
- About 3 hours of battery at medium volume, per the maker
- Wireless 5.0 (TONOR's wording; it doesn't say Bluetooth), USB flash drive, TF card, AUX, coaxial and optical inputs
Check before buying: The maker lists about 3 hours of battery at medium volume. It's a speaker, not a toy, so supervise the volume.
Specs from TONOR, read 2026-10-19.
Side by side
| Model | Microphones | Screen | TV connection | Power | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VTech Kidi Star Karaoke Machine (pink/purple) | 1 microphone | none | No | 4 AA, or 6 V adapter (sold separately) | Check price on Amazon |
| Singing Machine Kids Star Stage (SMK910PP) | 1 wired kids' mic | none | No | 3 AA batteries (not included) | Check price on Amazon |
| Singing Machine Sing-Along Crew Lil' Rex (SMK010) | Built-in mic | none | No | 3 AA batteries (not included) | Check price on Amazon |
| TONOR K9 Karaoke Machine | 2 wireless | none | Coaxial and optical audio inputs (audio only) | Rechargeable, about 3 hours at medium volume (maker) | Check price on Amazon |
From each maker's published specs (sources on the cards). "Not stated" means the maker source we used doesn't say.
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FAQ
What age is a kids' karaoke machine for?
It varies by model. VTech lists the Kidi Star Karaoke Machine for ages 5 and up. Check each product's listing for its age guidance.
Do kids' karaoke machines need an app?
Not to start. These models include a few songs or play from a phone or MP3 player over a cable. The Kids Star Stage can add songs through the maker's app, which Singing Machine lists for Android tablets.
Which one works without batteries?
None of the three kids' toys has a built-in rechargeable battery: the Star Stage and Lil' Rex take 3 AA (not included), and the Kidi Star takes 4 AA or an optional VTech 6 V adapter. The TONOR K9 has a rechargeable battery.