1 out of 5
Not what we thought it would be
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Re-recorded songs by different artists, not the beloved originals from 1994 movie.
4.0
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What parents are saying
AI summary of customer 218 reviewsThe Lion King Tonie has received mixed reviews. While some customers appreciate the interactive features and find it a good way to introduce the story to young children, many are disappointed by the lack of original songs from the movie and the poor sound quality of the cover versions. The Tonie is missing some of the most popular songs, which is a significant drawback for some users. Overall, the product may be better suited for younger children new to the Lion King franchise rather than older fans of the movie.
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4.0
4 out of 5
218 reviews
52% would recommend this product
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1-15 of 140 written reviews
- 4 out of 5
Good for Disney Tonie
byFairly decent, not the original singers as far as I can tell, but I have come to expect that with Disney Tonies. Shorter than some of the other Disney Tonies, but that does not stop my daughter from playing it on repeat every 37 minutes!
- 5 out of 5
Great Tonie
byWe bought this a few weeks ago and our 15 mo old loves it! He’s been playing it every morning.
- 2 out of 5
Doesn’t include the classics. It’s a shame.
byI, like others thought this would be all the classics. It’s not. I wish I’d read the reviews first and not wasted my money. The only redeeming factor is rafiki narrating. But mufasa doesn’t sound anything like the movie. It’s a shame.
- 1 out of 5
too short
byit is missing alot of songs that i feel like are essential to the movie
- 5 out of 5
Love it!
byMy son is obsessed! Already singing to every song and listening on repeat.
- 1 out of 5
Worse than I expected
byEven though I know that the Disney songs on all Tonies aren't the the original singers, this one is the worst I have heard so far. "The Circle of Life" is pretty good, but the others are horrible. My daughter even realizes that the songs "don't sound right"
- 5 out of 5
Sing along
byAbsolutely love Lion King tonie. My 1 year old grandson can’t sing along yet but I sure can !
- 2 out of 5
Not the original movie songs.
byIt's ok but it was a huge disappointment that the songs are not from the original movie. My son is a little thrown off that they are not the same songs he is used to. Even small changes like that can be confusing for a kid with ASD.
- 4 out of 5
Not Original Songs
byThe songs are not from the original soundtrack, which is a bummer. The story itself includes actual dialogue with the original voice actors from the movie. My son loves this tonie, just wish it had original soundtrack songs.
- 1 out of 5
Music not classic
byUnfortunately it's not very good. Either the song are taken from the live action movie or resung in the movie style and it's not good. My daughter really wanted the classic version which I added to a creative Tonie instead. If I was aware of this change in song I would have not bought it.
- 3 out of 5
Low audio
byAudio (vol)is kind of low compared with other ones.
- 2 out of 5
Songs
byTwo songs that I’ve never heard on the lion king. Shame; as I thought it would be all the classics
- 1 out of 5
Songs are not the originals
byGot this for part of my son’s birthday gift and unfortunately it wasn’t what we expected. The songs are not from the original artists. It’s very deceiving since it’s a Lion King tonie. Other tonies are the original songs. A four year old knows the difference. We would return if we could.
- 5 out of 5
LOVE
byWe love this in our family. Such great quality and our daughter loves listening to the story and songs
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4.0
4 out of 5
218 reviews
52% would recommend this product
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1-15 of 140 written reviews
- 1 out of 5
Not what we thought it would be
byRe-recorded songs by different artists, not the beloved originals from 1994 movie.
- 4 out of 5
Good for Disney Tonie
byFairly decent, not the original singers as far as I can tell, but I have come to expect that with Disney Tonies. Shorter than some of the other Disney Tonies, but that does not stop my daughter from playing it on repeat every 37 minutes!
- 5 out of 5
Great Tonie
byWe bought this a few weeks ago and our 15 mo old loves it! He’s been playing it every morning.
- 2 out of 5
Doesn’t include the classics. It’s a shame.
byI, like others thought this would be all the classics. It’s not. I wish I’d read the reviews first and not wasted my money. The only redeeming factor is rafiki narrating. But mufasa doesn’t sound anything like the movie. It’s a shame.
- 1 out of 5
too short
byit is missing alot of songs that i feel like are essential to the movie
- 5 out of 5
Love it!
byMy son is obsessed! Already singing to every song and listening on repeat.
- 1 out of 5
Worse than I expected
byEven though I know that the Disney songs on all Tonies aren't the the original singers, this one is the worst I have heard so far. "The Circle of Life" is pretty good, but the others are horrible. My daughter even realizes that the songs "don't sound right"
- 5 out of 5
Sing along
byAbsolutely love Lion King tonie. My 1 year old grandson can’t sing along yet but I sure can !
- 2 out of 5
Not the original movie songs.
byIt's ok but it was a huge disappointment that the songs are not from the original movie. My son is a little thrown off that they are not the same songs he is used to. Even small changes like that can be confusing for a kid with ASD.
- 4 out of 5
Not Original Songs
byThe songs are not from the original soundtrack, which is a bummer. The story itself includes actual dialogue with the original voice actors from the movie. My son loves this tonie, just wish it had original soundtrack songs.
- 1 out of 5
Music not classic
byUnfortunately it's not very good. Either the song are taken from the live action movie or resung in the movie style and it's not good. My daughter really wanted the classic version which I added to a creative Tonie instead. If I was aware of this change in song I would have not bought it.
- 3 out of 5
Low audio
byAudio (vol)is kind of low compared with other ones.
- 2 out of 5
Songs
byTwo songs that I’ve never heard on the lion king. Shame; as I thought it would be all the classics
- 1 out of 5
Songs are not the originals
byGot this for part of my son’s birthday gift and unfortunately it wasn’t what we expected. The songs are not from the original artists. It’s very deceiving since it’s a Lion King tonie. Other tonies are the original songs. A four year old knows the difference. We would return if we could.
- 5 out of 5
LOVE
byWe love this in our family. Such great quality and our daughter loves listening to the story and songs
Good to know:
- Tonies work when paired with a Toniebox 1 & 2
- Running time: 30 minutes
- Suitable for: 3+
This Tonie Teaches:
- Family bonds
- Friendship
- Perseverance
- Leadership
- Responsibility
- Respect
And if your little cubs are ready to join the pride, all they need to do is pop the Simba Tonie on top of their Toniebox. They’ll be instantly transported to the savannah for some fun with Simba and his friends, Nala, Timon and Pumbaa. Listen out for Simba’s Uncle Scar, though – he’s always on the prowl…
Featuring a reading of Disney’s The Lion King story and a selection of songs including ‘Hakuna Matata,’ this Tonie is ready to take little listeners on a trip to Pride Rock, wherever they’re listening.
List of titles:
01 - I Just Can’t Wait to Be King
02 - Hakuna Matata
03 - Queen of the Jungle
04 - He Lives in You
05 - STORY - The Lion King
Good to know:
- Tonies work when paired with a Toniebox 1 & 2
- Running time: 30 minutes
- Suitable for: 3+
This Tonie Teaches:
- Family bonds
- Friendship
- Perseverance
- Leadership
- Responsibility
- Respect
And if your little cubs are ready to join the pride, all they need to do is pop the Simba Tonie on top of their Toniebox. They’ll be instantly transported to the savannah for some fun with Simba and his friends, Nala, Timon and Pumbaa. Listen out for Simba’s Uncle Scar, though – he’s always on the prowl…
Featuring a reading of Disney’s The Lion King story and a selection of songs including ‘Hakuna Matata,’ this Tonie is ready to take little listeners on a trip to Pride Rock, wherever they’re listening.
List of titles:
01 - I Just Can’t Wait to Be King
02 - Hakuna Matata
03 - Queen of the Jungle
04 - He Lives in You
05 - STORY - The Lion King
| Package Dimension (cm) | 20H x 3.5L x 11.5W |
| Package Weight (kg) | 0.05 |
| Country Of Origin | CHINA |
| Package Dimension (cm) | 20H x 3.5L x 11.5W |
| Package Weight (kg) | 0.05 |
| Country Of Origin | CHINA |
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We offer an exchange, store credit or refund within 30 days of purchase or, an exchange or store credit after 30 days. For members of BBfamily, it's extended to 60 days. Terms and conditions apply.
Excluded from returns:
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- Infant formula and food
- Toilet training items
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- Baby Bunting Gift Cards
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