Fidget toys are beneficial for both children and adults. These small, tactile tools provide relief from stress, release tension and anxiety and improve focus. For children with conditions like autism, ADHD and anxiety, they assist with emotional regulation and concentration as well as helping to enhance skills such as hand-eye coordination and dexterity.

Metal fidget toys not only last longer than other materials, they provide firm and engaging sensory feedback that makes a strong impression. These toys make for satisfying fidgeting but in order to make them last, you need to properly care for them.

Sister Sensory is Australia’s ultimate destination for sensory toys online, including sensory educational toys. If you’re shopping for a new fidget toy for the children in your care or even for your own use, here’s why you should consider making it metal.

Types of metal fidget toys

 Metal fidget toys come in all shapes, sizes and styles, but they all share the common goal of making children and adults calmer and more focused. The most common types of metal fidgets include:

Spinners

Spinners are toys with smoothly spinning centrepieces. While fidget spinners are the most widely known variety, these toys come in a range of designs from the very simple to the more detailed and multi-sensory.

Sliders

Sliders are toys with parts that move back and forth and often magnets inside as well. These little metal gadgets are sleek, easy to operate and fun to fidget with.

Cubes

Fidget cubs are pocket-sized cubes equipped with different functions and mechanisms like spinning, sliding and flipping. Often incorporating various buttons and switches, this pocket-sized toy design is a popular one and metal materials can give it a deluxe premium feel.

Although these are three of the most common kinds, metal fidgets can come in a wide range of other varieties including clickers, keychains, rings, rollers, gyroscopes and Baoding balls.

 Benefits of metal fidget toys

What makes a fidget toy such a fun and helpful accessory and why should you make metal your material of choice? Here are some of the benefits:

Stress relief

These tiny toys offer an enjoyable way to relieve stress and anxiety for everyone from children in the classroom to adults just about to head into a big meeting. The smooth stimulation of the metal and the sensation in your hands can create a feeling of inner calm that makes it easier to deal with stressful situations.

Improved focus

Metal fidget toys help children with ADHD who have trouble focusing in class to better concentrate on their work.

Enhanced dexterity

These toys help improve hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, issues that many autistic children have problems with.

Long-lasting

Metal tends to last a lot longer than other materials, meaning that even if your child stims roughly, metal fidgets can last for years with the proper care.

An enhanced feel

Metal tends to be a bit heavier than other materials, giving it a satisfying feel when fidgeting. Metal tends to have a smoother texture than other types of materials and fidgets made from metal can spin for longer periods of time, making for a more satisfying experience.

 Caring for metal fidget toys

 Metal fidget toys are available in a large choice of different metals. Stainless steel is long-lasting and rust-proof, titanium is on the lighter side but strong while zircuti is made from mixed metals in colourful patterns. No matter what kind of metal you or your child’s fidgets are made from, you can help it last longer by following some care procedures:

Clean gently

Take a delicate approach to cleaning metal fidgets by using a soft cloth and warm, soapy water. Avoid rough scrubbers and cleaning agents, which can scratch the surface of your fidgets.

Store in a cool, dry place

Keep your metal fidgets in a dry place away from moisture and humidity in order to prevent tarnish from forming. You can also put them in a soft pouch or a box to prevent them from scratches. A thin coat of clear lacquer or beeswax can provide a little extra protection for materials like brass and copper.

Consider the type of material

Different kinds of metals require slight variations in care. While aluminium is generally a low-maintenance choice, it’s best to avoid harsh cleaners. Stainless steel is highly resistant to corrosion but still requires the occasional clean and polish.

Buy metal fidget toys at Sister Sensory

 Sister Sensory provides an extensive range of sensory toys online in order to meet the needs of neurodivergent kids. Our diverse range of metal fidget toys includes hand spinners, square cubes, fidget chains, spinner balls and more! A registered NDIS provider, we have over 2,000+ products selected by qualified professionals including sensory educational toys.

Need some help shopping for metal fidget toys? Call Sister Sensory on 0401 689 313, e-mail info@sistersensory.com.au or pay a visit to Factory 4, 4 Brooke Court Melton, Vic, 3337.