Meet the 3rd Generation Yoto Player!

Updated 05/10/24 to include info about the Yoto Mini 2024 edition.

What is a Yoto player?

It's the device you need to play all kinds of kid and family friendly audio content!

In 2022 we introduced you to the Yoto system. And now we're excited to tell you all about the third generation Yoto Player. It is very similar to preveious versions, but has some new tricks!

Like the older versions, the large knobs make it easy for little fingers to switch tracks. And it has a large pixel display that shows icons of what is playing… Or what time it is!

The new Third Generation Player has a much longer battery life, larger internal storage, improved stereo sound quality, and so much more...

For you list-of-features folks, we’re putting them right up front.

Yoto Player’s features:

• After initial setup, kids can control what they listen to. No grown-ups needed!
• An extensive selection of content cards that include short stories, music, poetry, and full-length books.
• Content can be played from the parent app via bluetooth, even if a card isn’t present.
• Use the Yoto Player as a Bluetooth speaker.
• The pixel display brings audio to life.
• Streaming content includes a kid’s podcast, radio station, sleep sounds, and white noise.
• OK-to-wake timer, nightlight, clock, and room temperature sensor.
• Enjoy up to 24 hours of play per charge.
• Recharge via USB (included) or with a magnetic charging dock (sold separately).
  Note: The 3rd Generation player cannot use the charging dock included with earlier versions.
• Listen quietly with bluetooth OR 3.5mm headphones
• 32GB storage space for 600 hours of audio content!
• Measures 4.33” x 4.33” x 4.13”

Yoto recommends the Yoto Player for kids three and up. There is a lot of content younger tots will enjoy, but they’ll need help using the player itself.

The Yoto Player is simple to set up. Get the parent app in the App Store or Google Play, then pair your cards with your Yoto Player. The next step is to download the card’s content to the player. Once that part is done, you don’t need wifi and the kids are in control!

Read more about how the app works, make-your-own cards, and their content cards in our previous blog post about the Yoto Mini:

The Yoto Player is a standout at naptime and bedtime. You can play white noise or stream Yoto’s special Sleep Radio, letting drowsy little ones drift into dreamland. You can also set an “ok to wake” timer, so early risers know when it’s ok for them to pop up, fresh as a daisy!

The third generation Yoto Player also has a sensor that sends the temperature of a child's room to the parent's app. If you have a sweaty sleeper, this is a great feature to help keep them asleep and comfy, all night long.

We also really appreciate the Yoto Player’s modern styling. Its curved angles and muted color means it will work in just about any room and with any decor.

You can add a silicone Adventure Jacket to add a pop of color and to protect the player from small bumps. The Adventure Jackets also add a handle to your Yoto Player.

Comparing the 3rd Gen Yoto Player and the Yoto Mini 2024 Edition side by side:

They are VERY similar.

• Parents use the same app for the Yoto Player and the Yoto Mini. In fact, you can manage multiple players from the same account.
• They use the same cards.
• They can both access Yoto’s streaming content.
• They both have an Ok-to-wake sleep timer.
• They both have 32GB of internal storage.
• They both have a long battery life (Yoto Player 3rd Gen = 24 hours, Yoto Mini 2024 edition = 14 hours).
• Both of their speakers are crisp, clear, and louder than you’d expect for their size.
• They both support bluetooth headphones AND have a 3.5mm headphone jack.
  
• Both recharge via USB, although the Yoto 3rd Generation can charge with a magnetic charging dock (sold separately)

How They're Different:

• Battery Life:
  The 3rd Generation Yoto Player averages 24 hours on a single charge.
  The Yoto Mini 2024 edition averages 14 hours.
• Size & Portability:
  The Yoto Player is larger (4.33” x 4.33” x 4.13”) and happiest on a shelf or table.
  The Yoto Mini fits in your hand (2.75” x 2.75” x 1.5”) and travels really well.
• The Yoto Player has extra features:
  The pixel display is much larger.
  It has LED lights that can glow softly as a nightlight!
  There is also a thermometer to monitor room temperature.

So which one should you get?

We love both the Yoto Player and the Yoto Mini. We can even see situations where having BOTH would be useful. When you’re making your decision, we think it really boils down to where they’ll be used.

Our feeling is that the Yoto Player is best for use at home. The larger display and chunky knobs feel like a natural fit for younger (pre-k) kids.

The Yoto Mini’s portability makes it a better choice if your youngster travels a lot. We also feel like the Yoto Mini’s size appeals to older (school age) kids.

Get Some Cards, Too!

Regardless which Yoto device you choose, the number of titles offered means you’ll have plenty of options for years to come. They have cards full of short stories, music, poetry, classic works of children’s literature, and modern favorites!

Stop by your preferred Happy Up to see our current selection or browse online:

Question:
Is my older Yoto Player obsolete? Will it stop working?

Answer:
For Yoto 2nd Generation Players (aka those purchased between 2020 and mid-2023) Yoto will continue to support them and send OS updates for the forseeable future.

You'll still be able to play new Yoto cards as they're released and access streaming content.

No worries!