Amazon’s Fire HD 10 Kids Edition Tablet is identical to the Fire HD 10 for adults, but with a few helpful tweaks that make it more kid-friendly. As with all Fire Kids Edition Tablets, you get a durable rubber bumper case to protect the device, a 2-year worry-free guarantee, and a special user interface geared towards kids. Parents can also make use of enhanced parental controls through the use of Amazon’s Parent Dashboard, which allows you to limit screen time, add/remove apps, and filter for age-appropriate content.
Fire HD 10 Kids Edition Tablet
4.5/5
✔ Pros
- 2-year worry-free guarantee
- 1 year of Amazon Kids+
- Enhanced parental controls with Amazon Parent Dashboard
- Doubles as a regular Fire HD 10 Tablet
- Kickstand works great for hands-free use
- Kid-friendly UI
✖ Cons
- Can’t use Google Play Store for apps
- Build quality feels clunky
Fire HD 10 Kids Edition Tablet design
The Fire HD 10 Kids Edition has a simple and functional design. The rubber bumper case does a great job of protecting the tablet from bumps or drops. The case also includes a handy kick-stand that lets you set the tablet upright for hands-free use.
It also has a 10.1” high-definition touchscreen, with 1920 x 1200 resolution at 224 PPI, and 1080p full HD video playback. The front-facing speakers make content easy to hear when in use. In addition, the 2MP front-facing camera is perfect for selfies, videos, and video conferencing. There’s also a 2MP HD camera on the rear of the device for better-quality photos.
Setup
Setting up the Fire HD Kids Edition Tablet is simple. The first step is to create a child profile in your Amazon Household settings. You’ll find this option in your Amazon account settings, under Amazon Household.
Once you’ve set up your child’s profile, it will appear on the Fire tablet as a user you can switch to by tapping the icons on the lock screen.
Fire HD 10 Kids Edition Tablet warranty
Amazon offers a 2-year worry-free guarantee for all Fire Kids Edition Tablets. This means Amazon will send you an identical replacement if anything happens to your Fire Kids Edition Tablet including electrical and mechanical breakdowns. For more details on what you are and aren’t covered for, read Amazon’s terms.
1 year of Amazon Kids+ for free
All Fire Kids Edition Tablets come with one year of Amazon Kids+ (FreeTime Unlimited). Amazon Kids+ gives your kid access to over 20,000 apps, games, books, videos, Audible books, and educational content from PBS Kids, Nickelodeon, Disney, and more. Your subscription automatically renews after 1 year on a monthly basis starting at just $2.99 per month. You can cancel at any time before or after your free year expires.
Parent Dashboard
With Amazon’s Parent Dashboard you can limit screen time, set educational goals and curfews, and manage content for up to 4 child profiles. You can also block access to social media, Alexa, and in-app purchases.
Our Verdict
Amazon’s Fire HD 10 Kids Edition Tablet is a great piece of tech for kids. With a custom kid-friendly UI and enhanced parental controls, Amazon delivers a safe space for kids to work and play. The rubber bumper case, 2-year worry-free guarantee, and a free 1-year subscription to Amazon Kids+ are bonuses, which add up to make this device arguably the best tablet around for kids and parents alike.
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