With glorious Australian summers, it’s no wonder so many of us choose to spend sunny days by the pool or at the beach. It’s not only a terrific way to cool down (and make use of great swimwear) it’s fun for the whole family – particularly when accompanied by fun pool accessories.
For any pool parties you might be planning, investing in inflatables and other fun water games is the ticket to elevating your aquatic adventures. But, with so many available, what are the best swimming pool toys?
Here, we have compiled a list of the best pool toys in Australia – from swimming aids and luxe inflatables to diving darts, ball games and more – based on features including their functionality, materials, design and novelty (because we all want more poolside fun).
See our best picks below.
The best pool toys to buy in 2025
Games

B. Toys Hubba Scoop-A-Diving Set Toy
$24.95 from Amazon

Wahu Tube Wars Inflatable Jousting Game
$16.00 from Amazon

Lazy Dayz Inflatable Cactus Ring Toss Game
$37.50 from Myer (was $69.99)

Sunnylife Inflatable Glitter Beach Ball $19.00 from The Iconic

Intex Fun Goals Inflatable Soccer Game Set $44.00 from Myer

Wahu Sink N Score Underwater Dart Game am_price default=39.95 from Amazon

Wahu Bluey Dive Fun Pack
$24.00 from Big W

Bestway Splash N Hoop Water Game $10.48 from Amazon
Inflatables

Intex 1.9 metre Kids Inflatable Turtle
$49.00 from Big W

Sunnylife Original Luxe Ride-On Float Swan $99.99 from Sunnylife

Celestia Inflatable Pool Noodle
$19.99 (was $24.95) from Temple & Webster

Sunnylife Twin Heart Lie-On Stole My Heart
$119.99 from Myer

Intex Giant Lobster Inflatable Pool Toy
$52.25 (was $55.00) from Myer

SLOOSH Hammock Pool Adult Floats (Two Pack) $29.99 from Amazon
Is it okay to leave pool toys in the pool?
While pool tools are designed to be used in pools, it is often better not to leave them submerged for extended periods of time. If left in water, the integrity of the material can be compromised, ultimately reducing their lifespan.
