Fidget toys are more than a fad. From helping with job-related stress, calming nerves at social gatherings, or simply filling a need to keep your hands busy so your mind can focus better, fidget toys are great for all ages. When fidget toys reached the height of popularity, claims were made that they could help people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). While there are debates on their effectiveness, there’s no question that fidget toys continue to bring relief and joy to millions who use them worldwide.
And now, there are more options than ever before– from the iconic fidget spinners to tangle toys and even sensory rings. Below we’ve collected some of the best-selling and highly-reviewed fidget toys to keep you focused during work, school, and any situations that might make you restless.
Top Fidget Toys for Adults
Our picks are on an unranked list, as the best overall pick will vary by each person’s own needs and primary purpose, (such as to try to help with anxiety or ADHD). Some of these toys we have tried out first-hand, while others we have found to be highly rated by customers and mental health service websites, including wpsychservice.com.
Best Fidget Toys
ONO Roller Fidget Toy
This sleek-looking fidget toy is one of the more expensive offerings on this list, but this aluminum roller toy has a professional quality. While rolling the small device in your hand, it claims to provide stress relief, but should also relieve tension. The Ono Fidget Roller comes with a carrying case and can be discreetly used when needing something to keep your mind busy.
Speks Crags Ferrite Putty
This fidget toy is one of the best high-quality picks, hence the price tag. The slick and storable magnetic stones can offer stress relief for adults with the ability to stack, mold and design. This is one of the more versitile choices adults choose for its ASMR quality, sleek design, and durability.
Tom’s Fidgets Original Flippy Chain Fidget Toy
This flippy chain fidget toy is perfect for those who are looking for a discreet way to relieve stress and anxiety. The little bike chain look-alike toy fits inside your hand and won’t cause a distraction for others like many of the other products listed here. It’s also quiet and usable with one hand– perfect for writing or studying.
Hexagon Push Pop Fidget Toy
There are thousands of different bubble sensory toys available for purchase. These offerings from Tommike come in vibrant and varied colors but are also a good size to travel with. While simple in their design, bubble sensory toys are incredibly gratifying for kids and adults.
WTYCD Original Fidget Toy Game
This best-selling fidget toy offers a lot of options in a small form factor. Shaped like a micro version of Nintendo’s SNES gamepad, the WTYCD fidget toy allows users to press, rotate, swap, scroll, and pick on the small device. Even better, it’s so compact that it’s easy to bring it with you wherever you need it.
BUNMO Magnetic Rings Fidget Toy
These magnetic rings from BUNMO are the perfect solution for those with busy hands. Made with plastic with a magnet inside, these rings start at providing some stress relief, but similar to a yo-yo, there are plenty of neat tricks you can do with them. Whether it’s tricks that have already been discovered or new ones, these rings appear to be a fun diversion for kids and adults alike.
theFube Infinity Cube Fidget Toy
Another entry in the fidget toy market is the Infinity Cube. Featuring eight small cubes that can be rotated from any direction and angle– this toy comes in plenty of fun colors and styles. The Infinity Cube, not to be confused with The Infinity Stones, is made of aluminum alloy and comes with a convenient carrying case.
Classic Fidget Spinner
A list of fidget toys wouldn’t be complete without the classic Fidget Spinner. While there are still plenty of options available for those interested in the iconic fidget toy, this one from ATESSON uses stainless steel bearings and purports to spin for 3 to 5 minutes on average. There’s a reason why fidget toys exploded in popularity after this toy arrived– it’s still a high-quality option for those with restless hands.
Of course, these are pick-up-and-go toys for temporary distraction or to keep hands occupied for a few minutes at a time. When it comes to longer-term build projects, check out our guide to the best LEGO sets for adults and the best cheap LEGO sets. You may also enjoy browsing our lists for the best puzzles for adults, our favorite board games in 2025 and the best board games for adults.
Max Covill is a freelance journalist in the pop culture field whose writing has appeared on Polygon, Paste, Playboy, Film School Rejects, and others.
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