Spinning Tops
Spinning tops in wood, metal and plastic: classic hand tops, pump tops, tops with lights and battle tops with a launcher.
One of the oldest toys there is
Tops have been spun for thousands of years, and the appeal has not changed: a flick of the fingers and something balances that should fall over. Younger children start with a chunky wooden top they can turn with a whole hand. The pinch grip needed for a small metal top comes later.
Which surface works best
A smooth, hard surface gives the longest spin; a rug stops a top almost at once. A shallow bowl or a dedicated arena keeps the game contained and makes it easy to compare who spins longest. Metal tops last longest but are noisier on a table.
Ordering from Planet Happy
Spinning tops are easy to order online from Europe's largest toy shop, with 30 days to change your mind.
