# Inexpensive Fidget Toys This Fidget Spinner Satisfies the Need to Play at a Low Cost By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-01-27 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fidget-spinner References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/5-fidget-spinner-hits-kickstarter-26-01-2017/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/idlehandsdev/five-dollar-fidget-spinner) The market for fidget toys has been increasing exponentially over the past year or so with the Fidget Spinner being the latest device to enter the market. Priced at $5, the fidget toy is purported to be a satisfying yet inexpensive option in comparison to other options on the market that can cost excessively more. The Fidget Spinner is the design work of Sean Hodgins and consists of bearings that have been implemented into the body of a [3D-printed frame](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparkfun-electronics). This helps to keep the costs exceedingly low, which will likely make the [inexpensive toy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slidergamemackey) a winner for those who want to foray into the world of fidget toys but don't want to spend a heap doing so. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Low-cost Fidget Toys:** Creating fidget toys at a low cost opens up opportunities for affordability and accessibility in the market. - **Increasing Market for Fidget Toys:** As the market for fidget toys continues to grow, there is potential for new players to enter and disrupt the industry. - **3d-printed Toy Design:** Incorporating 3D-printed frames and innovative designs into fidget toys creates opportunities for customization and unique products. ### Where This Applies - **Toys and Games Industry:** Creating low-cost fidget toys taps into the potential of the growing toys and games industry. - **3D Printing Industry:** The use of 3D printing technology in toy production opens up opportunities for innovation and customization in the industry. - **Consumer Goods Industry:** The increasing demand for fidget toys presents lucrative opportunities for companies in the consumer goods industry to develop and market affordable options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Optical Illusion Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezmocoin-infinity.md) - [Portable Metal Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezmocoin-nano.md) - [3D-Printed Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jigglets.md) - [Minimalist Japanese Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fingerdama.md) - [Anxiety-Targeted Fidget Spinning Rings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spinner-ring.md) - [Wearable Magnetic Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-fidget-toy.md) - [Modular Spinning Gamer Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neo-spin.md) - [Titanium Button-Like Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slider-30.md) - [Bio-Material Fidget Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zinkeez.md)