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Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids tablet, ages 3-7. Top-selling 8" kids tablet on Amazon - 2022 | ad-free content with parental controls included, 13-hr battery, 32 GB, Blue
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Purchase options and add-ons
- SAVE UP TO $60 on a full-featured tablet (not a toy) for kids ages 3–7, 1 year of Amazon Kids+, and a Kid-Proof Case with built-in stand, versus items purchased separately.
- RESPONSIVE WITH LONG BATTERY LIFE - Features 8" HD display, 2 GB RAM, 32 or 64 GB, up to 1 TB of expandable storage. Now up to 30% faster hexa-core processor compared to Fire HD 8 Kids 10th Generation. All-day battery life - Up to 13 hours of enjoying books, shows, and listening to music.
- CONTENT KIDS LOVE - Includes 1 year of Amazon Kids+ - a digital subscription designed for kids to safely learn, grow and explore. On the Fire HD 8 Kids, kids can enjoy thousands of ad-free books, games, videos, apps and more. After 1 year, your subscription will automatically renew every month starting at just $5.99/month plus applicable tax. You may cancel any time by visiting the Amazon Parent Dashboard or contacting Customer Service.
- 2 YEAR WORRY-FREE GUARANTEE INCLUDED - If the tablet breaks, return it and we’ll replace it for free. Screen made with strengthened aluminosilicate glass and every Fire Kids tablet comes with a sturdy Kid-Proof Case designed to protect against drops and bumps.
- NO HASSLE PARENTAL CONTROLS - allows you to use parental controls to filter content based on child's age, set educational goals and time limits, and grant access to additional content from Netflix, Disney+, and Zoom. Parents can manage content for up to 4 child profiles. Kids can't access social media or make in-app purchases without parental approval.
- FUN AND EDUCATIONAL CONTENT INCLUDED - Amazon Kids+ content is curated and age-appropriate, so kids can learn, create, and play. Adjustable age filters let you customize the tablet to grow with your child. Plus, it's easy to add content to your child's profile for access to more apps and games.
- WITH A STURDY KID-PROOF CASE - What's included: Fire HD 8 Kids (12th Gen) wifi-enabled tablet, Amazon Kid-Proof Case with stand/handle - Amazon power adapter, USB-C (2.0) charging cable, built-in rechargeable battery, and 1-year Amazon Kids+ subscription (auto-renews at applicable rate).
- LOVED BY PARENTS: Fire Tablets for Kids have tens of thousands of 5-star ratings.
We want you to know
For customers who already have a subscription to Amazon Kids+, your active subscription will be automatically replaced as soon as you activate a new Fire Kids tablet, and you’ll receive one year of Amazon Kids+ from that time. Learn more about this subscription.
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A fast and portable tablet for kids
A great fire tablet for on-the-go
Fire HD 8 Kids is a bigger screen, great for playing games, reading and watching shows anywhere. The Fire HD 8 Kids includes a Kids-Proof Case, content from Amazon Kids+ perfect for age 3-7, and a 2-year worry-free guarantee.
Enhanced tablet performance
Fire HD 8 Kids tablets offer a full-feature tablet experience for kids, including up to 30% faster hexa-core processor compared to previous generation and all-day battery life - up to 13 hours of enjoying books, shows, and listening to music.
Content kids love
Amazon Kids+ is an award-winning, digital subscription offering access to thousands of ad-free books, Audible books, movies, shows, music stations, apps, and games. Kids can access their subscription across all Amazon Kids devices, iOS, and Android.
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Learn
Give them a head start with apps that help them learn everything from their ABCs to one, two, threes.
Imagine
Hands-on, interactive apps develop their creative side, while shows, books, and more feed their curiosity.
Play
Let them dive into a world of fun by playing old favorites or expanding their interests with something new.
Peace of mind for parents
Easy-to-use Parent Dashboard
Use parental controls to limit screen time, set educational goals and time limits, and manage content for up to 4 child profiles. Learn more about the Amazon Parent Dashboard here.
More to explore
Parents can add additional content to kids' profiles like Netflix, Disney+, or Zoom. Learn more about adding content to child profiles here.
Designed with kids in mind
Real-life ready
The sturdy Kid-Proof Case is designed to protect against drops and bumps, and includes adjustable stand so kids can go hands-free.
2-year worry-free guarantee
All Fire Kids tablets include a 2-year worry-free guarantee. If it breaks, return it and we'll replace it for free.
For every stage of childhood
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Fire HD Kids
Pre-set age filters for 3-7-year-olds, a kid-proof case, and larger, image-based buttons make this tablet easy for the little ones to enjoy.
Fire HD Kids Pro
Pre-set age filters for 6-12-year-olds, a slim, kid-friendly case, and a sleek user interface are ideal for older kids ready to explore.
See why Amazon Fire Kids are the best selling kids tablets on Amazon
Amazon Fire Kids Tablet
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on Amazon*
If it breaks, we’ll replace it
2 Year worry-free Guarantee
Thousands of ad-free games, videos, apps, and books from Amazon Kids+
Parental controls included
Kid-Friendly Case
with kick-stand
Up to 13+ hour battery life
Up to 1 TB of
expandable storage
*Kids Tablets in 100 Best Selling Computer Tablets category on Amazon.com – Feb 2024
Amazon Kids+ subscription auto-renews
Add more to your Fire HD Kids 8
Fire Kids tablets and accessories, like headphones, portable chargers, and backpacks are designed so kids can enjoy their favorite games, apps, and shows at home and on-the-go. Learn more about Fire HD 8 Kids accessories here.
Every day is an earth day
You don’t have to be an environmental scientist to make sustainable choices. We considered sustainability in the design of this tablet. Here’s how:
Materials
Made with 35% post-consumer recycled plastics in the tablet.
Made with 34% post-consumer recycled plastics and 80% recycled aluminum in the case.
Device Packaging
This device’s packaging is 100% recyclable. Fulfillment center packaging not included.
Energy Efficiency
This tablet was designed for improved energy efficiency, earning the ENERGY STAR certification. Enjoy this tablet with up to 13 hours of battery life.
Part With Purpose
There may come a time when you want to trade in or recycle your tablet. Explore options with Amazon Second Chance.
Technical details
All-new Fire HD 8 Kids tablet
Display |
8” high-definition touchscreen; 1280 x 800 resolution at 189 ppi, HD video playback, with IPS (in-plane switching) technology |
Size |
Kid-Proof Case: 8.7” x 7.1” x 1.1” (222 mm x 180 mm x 27 mm) |
Weight |
18.3 ounces (518 grams) printed. Actual size and weight may vary by configuration and manufacturing process |
CPU & RAM |
Hexa-core 2.0 GHz with 2 GB of RAM |
Storage |
32 GB (25.2 GB available to user) or 64 GB (54.5 GB available to user) of internal storage. Add microSD slot for up to 1 TB of additional storage. Some apps may require that they are installed on internal storage. App or feature updates may impact available storage. |
Battery life |
Up to 13 hours of reading, browsing the web, watching videos, and listening to music. Battery life will vary based on device settings, usage, and other factors such as web browsing and downloading content. Certain software features or apps may reduce battery life. |
Charge time |
Fully charge in under 5 hours using the USB-C cable and 5W power adapter included in the box. Fully charge in under 3 hours with 9W adapter (sold separately), and under 2.5 hours with 15W adapter and USB type C to C cable (adapter and cable sold separately). |
Wifi connectivity |
Dual-band wifi. Supports public and private wifi networks or hotspots that use the dual-band 802.11a/b/g/n/ac standards with support for security standard of WEP, WPA3 OWE, WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal and WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise. Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 ax) is currently not supported. |
Ports |
USB-C (2.0) connector for charging; microSD slot for external storage. |
Audio |
3.5 mm stereo jack and integrated speaker; Kid-Proof Case with advanced audio port design |
Sensors |
Accelerometer, ambient light sensor |
Camera specs |
2 MP front and rear-facing cameras with 720p HD video recording |
Localization services |
Location-based services via wifi |
Available colors |
Blue, Purple, Disney Princess, and Disney Mickey Mouse Kid-Proof Case with built-in stand |
Bluetooth |
Built-in Bluetooth 5.2 with support for A2DP compatible stereo headphones, speakers, microphone, and LE accessories support |
Accessibility features |
VoiceView screen reader enables access to the vast majority of Fire tablet features for users who are blind or visually impaired using text-to-speech or a connected refreshable braille display. Screen magnifier enables viewers to zoom in and out, and pan around the screen. Fire tablets also include accessibility settings for Closed Captioning, Font Size, High Contrast Text, Color Inversion, Color Correction, and Convert Stereo to Mono audio.(Captions and ability to modify font size are not available for all content and experiences). Learn more about these accessibility features. |
Subscription |
Includes 1 year of Amazon Kids+ for new subscribers. Learn more about this here. |
Warranty and service |
2-year worry-free guarantee. See more details about this coverage. Use of Fire HD 8 Kids tablet is subject to Amazon's Conditions of Use and these terms. |
Included in the box |
Fire HD 8 Kids tablet, Amazon Kid-Proof Case, USB-C (2.0) cable, 5W power adapter, and Quick Start Guide |
Age Range |
Ages 3 and up. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. |
Generation |
12th generation - 2022 release |
Software Security Updates |
This device receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase as a new unit on our websites. Learn more about these software security updates. If you already own a Fire tablet, visit Manage Your Content and Devices for information specific to your device. |
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Display | 7” touchscreen standard definition (SD) | 8” high-definition (HD) touchscreen | 8” high-definition (HD) touchscreen | 10.1" touchscreen 1080p Full HD | 10.1" touchscreen 1080p Full HD |
Amazon Kids+ Subscription | 1 year or 6 months | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year | 1 year |
Parental Controls (Child profile and content management, screen limits) | |||||
Digital store with parental controls | |||||
Protective case included | |||||
Protective case specs | Kid-Proof Case: 6.4” x 7.9” x 1.1 | Kid-Proof Case: 8.7” x 7.1” x 1.1” | Kid-Friendly Case: 8.3” x 6.4” x 0.7” | Kid-Proof Case: 10.5” x 8.19” x 1.06” | Kid-Friendly Case: 7.5” x 10.1” x 0.7” |
2-year worry-free guarantee included | |||||
Web browser with built-in filters | Hand-picked sites | Hand-picked sites | Open but filtered | Hand-picked sites | Open but filtered |
Resolution | 1024 x 600 (171 ppi) | 1280 x 800 (189 ppi) | 1280 x 800 (189 ppi) | 1920 x 1200 with over 2 million pixels (224 ppi) | 1920 x 1200 with over 2 million pixels (224 ppi) |
CPU | Quad-core 2.0 GHz | Hexa-core 2.0 GHz | Hexa-core 2.0 GHz | Octa-core 2.0 GHz | Octa-core 2.0 GHz |
RAM | 2 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB | 3 GB | 3 GB |
Storage | 16 or 32 GB (expandable by up to 1 TB) | 32 GB (expandable by up to 1 TB) | 32 GB (expandable by up to 1 TB) | 32 GB (expandable by up to 1 TB) | 32 GB (expandable by up to 1 TB) |
Battery life | Up to 10 hours | Up to 13 hours | Up to 13 hours | Up to 13 hours | Up to 13 hours |
Charging time (with included adapter) | 4 hours | 5 hours | 3 hours | 4 hours | 4 hours |
Compatable accessories | Cover, screen protector | Cover, screen protector | Cover, wireless charging dock, screen protector | Cover, Bluetooth keyboard, screen protector | Cover, Bluetooth keyboard, screen protector |
Ports | USB-C (2.0) | USB-C (2.0) | USB-C (2.0) | USB-C (2.0) | USB-C (2.0) |
Weight | 9.9 ounces (282 grams) | 18.3 ounces (518 grams) | 12.06 ounces (342 grams) | 23.76 oz (673.67g) | 23.21 oz (658.1g) |
Camera | 2 MP front and rear-facing cameras with 720p HD video recording | 2 MP front and rear-facing cameras with 720p HD video recording | 2 MP front and rear-facing with 720p HD video recording | 5 MP front and rear-facing cameras with 1080p HD video recording | 5 MP front and rear-facing cameras with 1080p HD video recording |
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Customers like the value, quality and age range of the tablet. For example, they mention it's a great investment, perfect for kids and comes with a Prime kids subscription. That said, some complain about the apps and performance. Opinions are mixed on battery life and ease of setup.
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Customers like the sturdiness of the tablet. They mention that the case is very durable, the tablet stands up to constantly being dropped, and the battery holds up fairly well. The case is great for keeping it safe.
"...Good charge time; holds good battery life and case is durable and keeps tablet safe! Easy to set up! Nice overall appearance, screen and all!" Read more
"...I bought two of these one in blue and one in purple and they’re very durable and have been dropped quite a few times already And I no worse for the..." Read more
"...The tablet even before the damage ran terribly slowly, and the battery life is poor...." Read more
"...Designed with kids in mind, the sturdy construction and reinforced edges provide a sense of durability that assures me the device can withstand the..." Read more
Customers like the age range of the tablet. For example, they say it's great for young kids, has fantastic applications, and keeps their children busy during car rides. Some mention the case is child proof and the interface is child friendly.
"...but could be my own WiFi in my area, has good volume, keeps my toddler busy on car rides and great for his use for his zoom ST!..." Read more
"...The picture quality is great and it is a great gift idea for youngsters between the age of two and 10 while allowing parental control of content..." Read more
"...The inclusion of a kid-friendly web browser, which allows access only to age-appropriate websites, adds an extra layer of security while fostering a..." Read more
"...The picture quality is good, not anything amazing but again perfect for a toddler. It was super easy to set up and immediately start using...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the tablet. They mention that it looks wise and works wise, it's durable, dependable, and a great purchase. Some say that it'd be a brilliant and useful item to have for an Austic child.
"...No complaints at all. The sound quality isn't exceptional but for a little kid, it's more than good enough...." Read more
"...After this latest update, I am even more convinced that the tablet itself is pretty good, but when using the Amazon app, it slows down...." Read more
"Great price, great case, helpful features like a parent password to buy games! We ended up purchasing a second one months later!" Read more
"This is a great kids tablet, but why is the volume so LOUD!? On the lowest setting it is extremely loud...." Read more
Customers like the value of the tablet. They say it's a great investment, and it comes with a Prime kids subscription.
"Decent price!..." Read more
"...I’d say this tablet is pretty fast and is great for the price. It’s not as fast as a some other brands, but it’s also significantly cheaper...." Read more
"...And there is a monthly cost to Amazon kids which is impossible to get your money out of because this device works so poorly...." Read more
"Works well for my 4 year old. I like that it comes with a Prime kids subscription and there is a lot of good content available for free...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of setup. Some mention that it's easily programmable with parent controls, and the integration is easier to navigate. However, others say that it is not 100% user friendly, difficult to navigate, and difficult for kids to figure out.
"...Easy to set up! Nice overall appearance, screen and all!" Read more
"...Nothing will get it to work. It’s super frustrating and had I know it would be such a hassle I probably would’ve gotten an older iPad for him..." Read more
"...It's easy for a parent to switch back and forth between kids and adult modes, which is nice...." Read more
"...for youngsters between the age of two and 10 while allowing parental control of content access and screen time...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the tablet. Some mention that it has a fast charger and stays charged for a couple days, reducing the need for frequent charging. However, others say that it does not hold a charge correctly and runs terribly slowly. The charging port always breaks down and the charger that came with the tablet doesn't even charge.
"...Good charge time; holds good battery life and case is durable and keeps tablet safe! Easy to set up! Nice overall appearance, screen and all!" Read more
"...The charger came with doesn’t even charge. It hasn’t from the start, but I’ve had another charger and it worked perfectly fine so we used that...." Read more
"...The touch screen is very responsive, battery life is good but I do feel like it charges a bit slow...." Read more
"...I love its case and stand. The quality is great. Battery life is not amazing but its okay...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the tablet. They mention that the screen responsiveness feels sluggish, downloads seem slow, and switching between apps can be choppy. They also say that the charging time is long and the tablet loses interest quickly.
"Decent price! Connects well, has a little lag time but could be my own WiFi in my area, has good volume, keeps my toddler busy on car rides and..." Read more
"...my rating from 1 star to 3 due to the fact it was initially extremely slow and unresponsive, which can lead many more people into thinking it's just..." Read more
"...The touch screen is very responsive, battery life is good but I do feel like it charges a bit slow...." Read more
"He loves his tablet but I noticed it lags sometimes! Like it’s buffering...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the apps on the tablet. They mention that it froze easily, they can't really download any app that they want, and that there is no option to download YouTube kids on it. They also say that the tablet only works for games and not streaming apps or downloaded videos.
"...It's incredibly slow and the apps don't respond when you try to open them or download a game/video. I'm sending it back today...." Read more
"...Does get dirty and getting the case off is kinda difficult" Read more
"...For some reason the content would just stop transferring and I would have to go back into the device settings and change it back to file transfer..." Read more
"...the kids (especially if you want to connect to a new wifi), you can't download things without the account holder's permission...." Read more
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UPDATE: After charging the tablet to above 15%, it seems to be working much better. Apps will now load and I am able to download videos. Screen resolution is actually better than expected. I've decided to give this tablet a chance for a couple days before returning it. I changed my rating from 1 star to 3 due to the fact it was initially extremely slow and unresponsive, which can lead many more people into thinking it's just not going to work. If it craps out again, I'll update my review accordingly.
(Initial review)* I took a chance on this tablet after reading the reviews, thinking perhaps the people who left negative reviews just didn't know what they were doing. Turns out they were all right....this tablet is crap. It's incredibly slow and the apps don't respond when you try to open them or download a game/video. I'm sending it back today. Save yourself the same hassle and just buy an android tablet.
The touch screen is very responsive, battery life is good but I do feel like it charges a bit slow.
It did come with a year free Amazon kids subscription and I love it.
The touch screen is very responsive, battery life is good but I do feel like it charges a bit slow.
It did come with a year free Amazon kids subscription and I love it.
I’d say this tablet is pretty fast and is great for the price. It’s not as fast as a some other brands, but it’s also significantly cheaper. It started out very fast, but slowed quite a bit once my kid downloaded just a few simple games from the Amazon Kids app. I submitted a review that was 3 stars (initial review below), and Amazon customer service reached out to me within 1-2 days! They suggested I update it (it’s crazy that it needed an update already, since we had just got it), which did significantly speed up operations.
So, if you frequently update it and reset it (by holding down the power button until the unit shuts down) then it will operate reasonably fast when using the Amazon kids app, but will be very glitchy and slow if you don’t. After this latest update, I am even more convinced that the tablet itself is pretty good, but when using the Amazon app, it slows down. I have another Amazon tablet that’s a few years old and the Amazon kids app slows it down, as well, but hasn’t yet caused the freezing and other glitches that I have experienced with this tablet.
All in all - I’d buy this one again. Is it the perfect tablet and the one I’d prefer to have? No. But I’m not going to pay 3-7x the price for a faster brand (at least not for my kid) ;-).
***My initial review: It started incredibly fast, but it very quickly slowed down as soon as a few low data games, etc were downloaded. It is very glitchy and freezes frequently. It could be that it’s the Amazon Kids app and not the tablet itself, but my guess is it’s a mix of both being subpar. I bought it during prime day, so I’d say for that price it’s still worth it for a 5 -6 year old who isn’t super tech savvy. But for any older kid familiar with technology, this would probabe too slow. I don’t think I’d pay full price for it.