Gifts for children up to PLN 500. Electronics for Children’s Day – from speakers to a robot
An electronic gift for Children’s Day does not have to mean a new computer or an expensive console. A budget of up to approximately PLN 500 can include, among others: equipment for listening to music, recording, playing, learning the basics of electronics, taking photos or creating simple video content.
The list below is an overview of the different types of gifts. This is more of an inspiration than a ranking, but I hope that you will find here the right clue for further searching – specific products at the best prices or something similar that will better meet the needs of the gifted child.
Bluetooth speaker – JBL Go 5, JBL Grip or JBL Flip 7
A portable Bluetooth speaker is one of the most obvious gifts in the electronics category. In a budget of up to PLN 500, you can find several reasonable JBL models, and each of them suits a slightly different scenario.
JBL Go 5 is the smallest and cheapest option. It has a compact housing, low power and is perfect for use at a desk, in a room, in a backpack or when listening to music in a small group.
JBL Grip is bigger and stronger. It has 16 W of power, meets the IP68 waterproof standard and offers up to 14 hours of operation on a single charge. It’s a proposition between the small Go and the larger Flip – still portable, but with more volume.
JBL Flip 7 is the highest model of the three and at the same time closest to the budget limit. In promotions you can find it for around PLN 400-430. This is a more universal speaker – e.g. for a room, a garden or for a trip.
AKAI MPK Mini 4 or Akai MPD 218 control keyboard
If a child is interested in music, beat-making or production, a MIDI controller may be an interesting gift. However, it must be remembered that it is not an independent instrument in the classical sense. It requires a computer, a music program in which we run a virtual instrument and some learning time. Without it, it won’t work like a standalone synthesizer!
AKAI MPK Mini 4 is a compact keyboard with 25 keys, RGB pads, knobs and functions useful for learning the basics of music production. This is a gift for a child or teenager who wants to try working with melody, chords, beats and simple production.
The Akai MPD 218, on the other hand, is a controller with sampler-style buttons instead of piano-style keys. It has 16 MPC pads and knobs, so it’s more suited to making sample-based rap beats.
EXTRALINK Smart Life F10 drone
A drone up to PLN 500 is more of an equipment for learning the basics of flying than a serious flying camera. EXTRALINK Smart Life F10 in a set with three batteries usually costs less than PLN 500, so it will be one of the cheapest solutions you can choose in this segment.
However, when it comes to a drone, it is not only the budget that is most important, but also the regulations. EXTRALINK Smart Life F10 weighs less than 250 g, but has a camera. In Poland, when using a drone with a camera, you must take into account the obligation to register the operator, undergo training and take an online test. This is a gift that should be used under adult supervision, after checking current flight rules and zones where flying is allowed.
Sony DualSense controller
DualSense is a controller for PlayStation 5, but it also works with computers and some mobile devices – depending on the game and connection method.
The most important features of DualSense include haptic vibrations, adaptive triggers, built-in microphone and motion sensors in supported games. Just remember that taking full advantage of the controller’s capabilities depends on the platform and the specific game. The most natural environment for DualSense is, of course, PlayStation 5.
Sony ULT Wear WH-ULT900N ANC headphones
Sony ULT Wear WH-ULT900N are wireless over-ear headphones with ANC, i.e. active noise reduction. They offer up to 30 hours of operation with ANC turned on and up to 50 hours without this function. They also have a cable operation mode, an ULT button and functions typical of modern Bluetooth headphones. This is a gift for a child or teenager who often uses headphones for music, movies, studying or traveling and likes a sound full of bass.
Nanoleaf Lines 90 Degrees Starter Kit
Nanoleaf Lines 90 Degrees Starter Kit is a gift that will work well as a decoration for a child’s room of any age. These are intelligent RGBW light strips mounted on the wall that can be arranged in geometric patterns. The 90° starter kit with a controller costs approximately PLN 449.
Before purchasing, it is worth checking whether a specific set includes a controller, because some products from this line are simply further segments that allow you to expand the starter package.
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 smartwatch
Xiaomi Redmi Watch 5 is a smartwatch with a large 2.07-inch AMOLED screen, 432 x 514 pixels resolution, 60 Hz refresh rate and 1,500 nits brightness. Its price is usually around PLN 459. This model will work well for notifications, basic activity tracking, and everyday use with your phone.
AGFAPHOTO Realikids Instant Cam
AGFAPHOTO Realikids Instant Cam is a children’s camera that allows you to instantly print photos on 57 mm paper. Prices range from approximately PLN 300 to PLN 420, depending on the color and set.
This equipment is more for fun than for taking high-quality photos. The difference from Instax is important: Realikids prints photos on thermal paper, not on classic photo cartridges. Thanks to this, the operation looks different, but the final effect is also different.
FUJIFILM Instax Mini 12
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 is a classic instant camera using the popular Instax Mini cartridges. The camera itself is within the budget of PLN 500, and you can find it much cheaper in promotions. The photos have a format of 86 x 54 mm. These are classic small Instax prints with a white frame.
However, with Instax you have to add the cost of cartridges. This is important because each photo costs money. Such a gift makes sense for a child who likes physical souvenirs, albums, collages and photos from trips or meetings. This is not a camera for taking hundreds of photos without thinking, but a device that encourages you to press the shutter button more consciously.
RODE NT-USB Mini microphone
RODE NT-USB Mini is a USB microphone for a computer. We will pay around PLN 350-370 for it. It has a USB-C connector, a 3.5 mm mini jack headphone output and a cardioid pattern. This means that it is mainly intended for recording voice from the front of the microphone.
This is a gift for a child or teenager who often participates in remote lessons, plays online, edits videos, makes a podcast, sings or wants to try working with sound. It is worth remembering that a good microphone does not solve everything. The room, reverberation, distance from the microphone, equipment positioning and background noise also matter.
DJI Osmo Mobile 7P gimbal
DJI Osmo Mobile 7P is a 3-axis smartphone gimbal. It is usually within the budget of PLN 500, although in some stores the price may be higher, so it is worth looking for the best offer. The model offers stabilization, ActiveTrack 7.0, has a built-in tripod, telescopic boom and up to 10 hours of operation. This is equipment for a child or teenager who uses a phone to record roller skates, vlogs, short films or materials from trips. However, you must remember that the gimbal is not a stand-alone camera. It requires a smartphone and an application, and before purchasing it is worth checking compatibility (although the chances that the device will not be compatible with a popular gimbal are really minimal).
ANBERNIC RG40XX H console
ANBERNIC RG40XX H is a portable retro console with a 4-inch screen. It has a built-in 3200 mAh battery, offers an operating time of up to about 6 hours, provides connectivity via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and allows you to connect to the TV via HDMI.
With such consoles, it is worth separating the hardware from the content. Games are often not included (unless you buy hardware from China) and you have to download them yourself. The issue of ROMs, game copies and the legality of the library is a separate topic, so it is worth seeking information before purchasing.
FORBOT – a kit for building a robot
FORBOT – a kit for building a robot with an online course is a proposition for a child interested in electronics, robotics and DIY. The kit costs approximately PLN 399 and contains mechanical and electronic elements needed to create the structures described in the course, including a robot that avoids obstacles and a remotely controlled vehicle with an IR remote control.
However, before purchasing, you must check the exact content of a specific offer. In many cases, the Arduino controller module must be purchased separately, so the kit itself may not be enough to get you started right out of the box. This is more of an educational gift than an instant toy, so it’s best for a child who likes to assemble, test, and learn step by step.
