Toniebox Characters & Figures: Complete Guide

Tonie figures are the heart of the Toniebox experience. Each character unlocks screen-free audio content ranging from stories to songs to educational material.

What Are Tonie Figures?

Tonie figures (or "Tonies") are small, hand-painted figurines that store audio content. When you place a Tonie on top of your Toniebox, it instantly plays the associated audio—no buttons, screens, or complicated menus required.

Each Tonie figure contains:

• 16-140 minutes of audio content (varies by character)
• High-quality narration and sound effects
• Kid-friendly, durable design
• NFC technology for instant playback

Types of Tonie Figures

1. Tonies Character Figures

Pre-loaded with licensed or original content. Popular categories include:

Disney & Pixar

• Frozen (Elsa, Anna, Olaf)
• Moana
• The Lion King
• Toy Story
• Encanto
• Finding Nemo

Classic Children's Stories

• The Gruffalo
• Peter Rabbit
• Paddington Bear
• Curious George
• Peppa Pig

Educational Content

• Songs for Learning (alphabet, numbers, colors)
• Bedtime Stories & Lullabies
• Mindfulness & Meditation
• Language Learning (Spanish, French, German)

Tonies Originals

• Tonie Tunes (original songs)
• Sleepy Friends (bedtime stories)
• Little Classics (adapted literature)

2. Creative-Tonies

Blank Tonies that you can customize with your own audio content. Available in multiple colors and designs.

What you can add to Creative-Tonies:

• Custom stories from library.fm
• Audiobooks from your collection
• Voice messages from family
• Your child's favorite music or podcasts
• Up to 90 minutes of audio per Creative-Tonie

How to Get Tonie Figures

Retail Stores

• Target
• Amazon
• Barnes & Noble
• Specialty toy stores

Online

• tonies.com (official store)
• Major online retailers
• Check our Toniebox deals page for current sales

Pricing:

• Character Tonies: $11.99 - $14.99 each
• Creative-Tonies: $11.99 - $14.99 each
• Starter sets: $99.99 (includes Toniebox + Creative-Tonie)

Creating Custom Content with library.fm

library.fm makes it easy to create personalized audio stories that sync directly to your Creative-Tonies.

Why create custom Tonies?

• Feature your child as the main character
• Address specific situations (first day of school, learning to share)
• Create stories about your child's interests
• Add educational content in a fun format
• Give personalized audio gifts to friends and family

How it works:

1. Sign up at library.fm
2. Create a story using our AI-powered generator
3. Export directly to your Creative-Tonie via mytonies
4. Place the Creative-Tonie on your Toniebox and listen

Managing Your Tonie Collection

mytonies App & Website

Use the mytonies platform to:

• See which Tonies you own
• Track which content has been downloaded
• Customize Creative-Tonie content
• Set up parental controls
• Manage multiple Tonieboxes

Storage Tips

• Keep Tonies in a dedicated storage bin or shelf
• Avoid exposing to extreme heat or moisture
• Clean with a damp cloth if needed
• Store away from magnets or electronic devices

Building a Collection

Start with:

• 2-3 character Tonies in your child's favorite themes
• 1-2 Creative-Tonies for custom content
• 1 bedtime story Tonie
• 1 educational or learning Tonie

Expand gradually based on your child's interests and seasonal themes (holidays, birthdays, etc.).

Popular Tonie Collections by Age

Ages 2-4

• Simple stories with repetition
• Songs and nursery rhymes
• Animal characters
• Bedtime lullabies

Ages 4-7

• Adventure stories
• Disney characters
• Educational content (ABCs, numbers)
• Longer story formats

Ages 7+

• Chapter book adaptations
• Podcast-style content
• Music collections
• Creative-Tonies with audiobooks

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Tonie figures can I use with one Toniebox?

Unlimited. There's no limit to how many Tonie figures you can use with a single Toniebox.

Can I share Tonies between multiple Tonieboxes?

Yes, Tonie figures work on any Toniebox. Content is stored in the cloud and downloads to whichever box you use.

How long does a Tonie figure last?

Tonie figures have no expiration date. Once purchased, you own the content forever.

Can I add more content to a character Tonie?

No, character Tonies come with fixed content. Only Creative-Tonies can be customized with your own audio.

Are Tonie figures durable for toddlers?

Yes, Tonies are designed for kids ages 3+ and are made from durable, non-toxic materials. They're drop-resistant and easy to clean.

Can I create my own Tonie character design?

While you can't change the physical design, Creative-Tonies come in various colors and styles. Use library.fm to create fully custom audio content for any Creative-Tonie.