13 Best Spy Kits For Your Mini James Bond

Here at Kidadl, we love our kids taking part in roleplay fun.

With films such as 'Spy Kids', 'The Spy Next Door' and 'Spy Kids: Mission Critical', we know how much kids love spies. Whether it is decoding a message, communicating via walkie talkies, using spy glasses or a magnifying glass, or taking part in secret missions, kids love the idea of becoming a spy.

Whether your child likes to solve mysteries, discover hidden clues, or simply loves anything spy-related, there are so many interactive kits for your children to get involved with full of great spy gear.

With so many different kids' spy kit options to choose from, you could spend hours searching the web for the best spy kits and trying to find the best toys to make your mini secret agent invisible in their mystery play.

That's why here at Kidadl we have rounded up the best spy kits for your mini James Bond. These kits will have endless benefits for your kids, not only does taking part in roleplay games create hours of fun but it also helps them work on social skills.

Alongside that, it also helps them to develop problem solving abilities. Whether you're in search of a spy kit for a young spy or one who is more advanced, we've rounded up the perfect suggestions for you.

For more fun toys and games to keep kids occupied, take a look at these games for 10-year-olds and these science kits for kids.

Kidadl's Top Pick

Whilst we love all of the spy kits on this list, this is our favourite spy gear set because it will keep kids occupied, and learning, for hours.

1. 4M Spy Science Secret Message Kit‍

This is fantastic kids toy for fans of spies and James Bond. The secret message kit contains instructions on how to read and write secret code with a full instruction guide.

It also includes a morse code mini shutter torch which you can decrypt secret messages with! Spy tools are really popular with kids and this spy kit for kids will entertain them for hours learning about secret messages and how to write them.

It also includes the classic invisible ink pen, which can only be seen using a UV light! Kids will have so much fun finding secret hidden words with this super fun spy gadgets kit.

Main Features

• Price: £10.51
• Age: 5-12 years
• Great for decoding messages

Best For Advanced Spies

2. DEERC D20 Mini Drone For Kids With 720P HD FPV Camera‍

This little spy camera has a twist, it's actually a remote control drone which the kids are bound to be fascinated by. It has a small built-in camera in the drone which connects to your smart device.

This is one of the best options for spy gear around as kids can use it to find their target from above,  just like a real spy would. Any true spy would definitely have this drone as apart of their spy kit.

It folds away neatly, so it's easy to carry around and store away.

Drones can break easily, but this includes propeller guards, so if it falls by accident, you don't risk the toy becoming damaged. This is a great piece of advanced spy gear that any spy gadgets fans need to try out.

Main Features

• Price: £39.99
• Age: 8+
• Great for parent and child bonding  

Best For Roleplay

3. Spy X Bundle Pack‍

This set is the complete bundle of spy gadgets for kids. If you want a great bundle of spy stuff for kids, the search is over with this kit.

It includes night vision goggles which allow you to see up to seven and a half metres away at night, a must-have spy gadget! It also includes an invisible ink pen to write secret hidden messages with.

Lastly, it includes a secret voice recorder, which when it records something, it plays it back in a distorted voice so you can't understand who has been speaking. These are some really cool spy gadgets for kids in an easy to understand kit, that comes with hours of games and fun.

Main Features

• Price: £25
• Age: 6+
• Includes speech recorder, invisible ink pen and more

Best For Learning

4. Logiblocs Spy Tech‍

The Logiblocs Spy Tech kit is a wonderful set with multi-functionality, as kids can make several devices using the Logiblo pieces provided including intruder alarms and devices to record cryptic messages.

This is one of the best spy gear toys for learning as it gives kids the chance to learn about electronics and computre science as they play.

The set requires kids to attach different types of blocks to the battery piece, meaning that, not only does it work as a fun spy kit for kids, but it's also a great spy gear set for learning about electronics.

This spy gear for kids is very easy to use and make and creates very entertaining spy gear and tools which will be played with for hours on end.

Main Features

• Price: £29.99
• Age: 5-11
• The best spy gear set for learning
• Teaches kids about electronics and computer science

Best For Older Kids

5. Thames And Kosmos Master Detective Toolkit

This kids' spy set includes all the forensic tools a kid could want, from small containers to store away samples to imitation surgical equipment, and much more.

It is the best spy gear set to get kids learning about different types of forensics just like a real spy would, it even includes an invisible ink pen to write hidden codes.

This spy kit for kids is full of different things they can do, meaning that there is guaranteed hours of entertainment and plenty of things to discover and learn about.

Not to mention, there is an included activity sheet so your kids can find plenty of tasks to play along with these toys.

Main Features

• Price: £34.99
• Age: 8+
• A great way to learn lots of new skills
• Ideal for the whole family to get involved

Best For Roleplay Spy Gear

6. Spy X Lazer Trap Alarm ‍

A fantastic gift for your older kids is this Spy X Lazer trap alarm. Not only is it a great find for roleplaying, it also allows kids to protect their toys and bits and pieces from other siblings.

Kids will love this as it is simple to use, yet really fun, especially when somebody sets off the laser.

This laser set comes with motion alarm sensors to create custom sensor barriers, just waiting to be set off by a friendly intruder! If your kids are looking to protect a bigger area, you can add additional sets in to make an even bigger barrier.

Main Features

• Price: £18
• Age: 6+
• LED beams for security
• Fun for the whole family

Best For Younger Kids

7. Ryan's World Mystery Spy Vault‍

We know youngsters love Ryan's World and his unboxing adventures and, with this mystery spy vault, your kids can take part in their own mystery unboxing with a secret twist.

Simply use the key to unlock the vault box, peel the maze to reveal your spy crew on box one and use the scratch-off pen and hidden marker to reveal the secret image hidden on box two.

Finally, box three includes the hidden instructions for two of the four build-your-own spy vehicles and a build-it brick spy combo Panda. With toys galore, your child will be super excited to get cracking with this spy gear set.

With so many mysteries to solve your kids will love the excitement that comes with this Ryan's World Spy Vault.

Main Features

• Price: £45
• Age: 3+
• So many mysteries for kids to explore
• Part of the popular Ryan's World franchise

Best For Cracking Codes

8. Melissa & Doug Secret Decoder Deluxe Activity Set‍

Uncover secret messages and secret codes with Melissa & Doug in this top-secret children's activity kit. This spy kit has activity books and invisible ink pens to write hidden codes with, as well as a tool for viewing secret hidden messages.

The secret tool is similar to a magnifying glass, it's used in the activity book to find hidden pictures in the coded pictures.

Once viewed through the secret magnifying glass, the shapes hidden in the images become visible. Why not pop on your spy glasses and be ready to take on this challenge with your kids?

You can also crack secret codes using a coded alphabet in one of the activity books, full of secret hidden sentences that have been replaced with a secret alphabet. Children use the little discs to crack the codes here.

The last activity book is filled with jumbled words that need to be rearrange to reveal the hidden messages.

Recommended for children aged seven years and above, this is a perfect little kit to keep kids entertained on the go. With so many easy games and fun tools in this new kit, your child will have all of the tools they need to become the best spy.

Main Features

• Price: £9.60
• Age: 7+
• Multifunctional

Best For Tech Mad Kids

9. Spy Bot Robot ‍

The next pick on our list is not to be missed. If your kid is tech mad then they will love this Spy Bot Robot.

With over 50 sequences which can be programmed into the bot, your kids will love to learn more about this toy.

The Spy Bot Robot is able to dance, walk and repeat voices, making it the ideal spy toy for any young spies.

Also from a distance of up to five metres, your controller allows you to instruct your SpyBot to record 20 seconds of secret recording, cool right?

This Spy Bot isn't for just any spy, it's only for the tech-savvy spies who are super excited to learn about programming and understanding how the science behind the bot works, making it one of the best spy gear kits on the market.

Main Features

• Price: £39.99
• Age: 5+
• Full of great spy tools
• Kit comes with a Robot

Best For Mystery Lovers

10. Science Museum Finger Print Kit‍

With this Science Museum Finger Print Kit, your child can record fingerprints collected at crime scenes and identify suspects from a crime scene using the special dusting powder that is included in the kit.

This Science Museum kit even includes a secret activity guide to help your child identify suspects of the crime.

As well as matching up their fingerprints using images of fingerprints and hints and clues, kids are able to record clues to make their case and solve the mystery with this spy gear set.

Your kids will love this spy kit as it provides lots of fun inside and it allows the mini detective in your house to use their secret skills whilst enjoying the roleplay element of the kit.

We love this kit as it comes with all the toys and tools your child will need to play with the kit over and over.

Main Features

• Price: £11.39
• Age: 8+
• Great for roleplay
• Mini detectives will love this kit

Best For Curious Kids

11. Special Agent Spy Kit‍

If you're looking for the ultimate spy gear for kids, then you're going to love this Special Agent Spy Kit from Rex London. Featuring all your mini spy could ever need to become a special agent.

This kit contains a colour coded message kit, rearview spy glasses, a fingerprint kit, an invisible ink pen, ID card and badge, a cutout briefcase.

Oh, and of course, a fake moustache, perfect for the ultimate disguise. With this spy gear for kids including all of the spy essentials, there's no way your kid won't love these easy spy gadgets.

Main Features

• Price: £14.39
• Age: 6+
• So many different tools included

Best For Developing Social Skills

12. John Lewis & Partners Spy Listening Watch & Pen‍

This kids toy is a covertly hidden spy watch and pen. The watch is used as a listening device so, when headphones are plugged into it, your kids can use it to listen in to conversations from far away.

Since it's a spy kit no one will know what the watch is really for!

The pen has a small UV light included, so it works as an invisible ink pen!

When you write with this pen, in normal light you won't see anything, it will be completely invisible and blank. But when you shine the secret UV light onto the writing, it will suddenly appear under the special UV light.

This product is recommended for children aged eight years and older, it's a fun kit that allows for lots of creativity and imagination.

We love this secret agent kit as many games can be played with both the listening watch and the invisible ink pen, perfect for any little spy whether they love to decode messages or to record bits of information to aid their investigation.

Your whole family can get involved with this spy toy, you could even use the UV penith the pen in everyday life to make chores more fun for your kids, why not?

Main Features

• Price: £18
• Age: 8+
• This kit comes with 2 great spy tools
• Great for writing secret messages
• Encourage your child to get creative by writing messages for them to decode

Best For Developing Fine Motor Skills

13. John Lewis & Partners Spy Mission Kit‍

This tool is everything a little spy would want in their kit as it has all the essentials a spy needs to work undercover!

The spy mission kit by John Lewis & Partners is an all in one tool with many purposes.

It includes a secret listening device, torch, magnifier and telescope, a hidden micro SD card and even top secret papers for note taking. Your child can have hours of fun with this little spy kit, creating their own stories, learning with different types of technologies in the spy kit, and generally just enjoying a fun play time.

This product is recommended for children aged eight and above, it's great for developing fine motor skills as it has many different functions and smaller pieces to it.

Main Features

• Price: £18
• Age: 8+
• Great for developing motor skills
• Good for storytelling
• 3 LR44 batteries required

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