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Alternatives to Totter and Tumble mats?

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wishIwasonholiday10 · 25/06/2026 08:50

Has anyone brought a cheaper alternative that’s the same type of idea as Totter and Tumble (large playmat in attractive designs). I have one from Munchkin and Bear which was a bit cheaper but they are not selling out of the UK anymore and international shipping from Australia is expensive. My existing one is worn out after 4 years so looking for a new one for my new baby.

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Tastycelery · 25/06/2026 09:05

@wishIwasonholiday10 honestly, I think the T&T mats can't be beaten. They are quite expensive but they wear so well I think they really are worth the money. I've had two for 6 years and they still look like new.

Beesclover · 25/06/2026 09:11

I've had my totter and tumble mats for three years now. They still look as good as new. I hoover them on the lowest suction level and wipe them down with dettol and a microfibre cloth when needed and they're in perfect condition. They're worth spending the money on.

Littlecreaturesinthegarden · 25/06/2026 09:36

Tastycelery · 25/06/2026 09:05

@wishIwasonholiday10 honestly, I think the T&T mats can't be beaten. They are quite expensive but they wear so well I think they really are worth the money. I've had two for 6 years and they still look like new.

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Totter and Tumble are better. We have 2 and they are over 5 years old and look the same as when we bought them.

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Excie1 · 25/06/2026 11:30

I've had a T&T playmat for over five years. It is still in fantastic condition despite daily use. It is a rare product that really is worth the investment. Some friends bought Munchkin and Bear ones but they really don't compare, especially over time. It is honestly the most worthwhile baby purchase I made by a wide margin and my daughter still uses it now at 5 and we adults use it for yoga or stretching as well.

toastofthetown · 25/06/2026 12:01

I got one on Marketplace in good condition for a good price. We’ve had it for almost a year second hand and it’s still in great condition. I had to be patient because there are a lot which were sold for almost new prices, and a lot which had listings like ‘huge paint stain but I’m sure it will come out with a good scrub’ while I’m thinking why don’t you give it a good scrub. But they do come up for good prices in good condition if you have time to wait for one.

wishIwasonholiday10 · 25/06/2026 13:02

Maybe I should just bite the bullet than and pay for a T&T one. Second baby is 6 months so we have years of playing on the floor ahead.

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noramoo · 25/06/2026 13:22

If you can I would invest in the T&T. DD is now 2 and it is going strong! Super comfy and nothing quite compares to the aesthetic imo

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