The Complete Guide to Articulated Animal Fidgets
Bendy, clicky, wiggly animals that kids collect and adults leave on their desks. Here is how they work and which ones to pick.
What is an articulated animal fidget?
An articulated fidget is a 3D printed animal made of linked segments. The printer builds the joints already connected, so the animal comes off the print bed in one piece and moves straight away. You can bend the body, swing the tail and pose it. People also call them flexi animals or flexi fidgets.
They sit halfway between a toy and a fidget. Kids play with them. Adults run them through their fingers during a phone call.
Our most popular articulated animals
| Animal | Why people love it | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Axolotl | Smiling face, wiggly tail, dual silk colours | $12.99 |
| Capybara | The internet's favourite animal, now posable | $24.99 |
| Highland Cow | 15cm tall with a moving head, legs and tail | $15 |
| Platypus | An Aussie icon in fidget form | $17.99 |
| Trash Panda | A raccoon with attitude | $20 |
| Snake Flexi | Full body joints, drapes over a wrist or monitor | $16.99 |
Pick by theme
Ocean animals
Skeleton Shark ($9.99), Dolphin ($9.99), Seahorse ($15), Stingray ($5.99), Ghost Crab ($20) and the Ice Cream Narwhal ($25).
Reptiles
The Bearded Dragon ($29.99), Leopard Gecko ($35) and Ball Python ($34.99) are some of our most detailed prints. Reptile lovers snap these up.
Dinosaur skeletons
T-Rex ($9.99), Triceratops ($9.99), Stegosaurus ($12.99), Spinosaurus ($21.99) and the Mammoth ($9.99). See the full dinosaur fidgets range.
Cute and cuddly
Panda ($30), Ferret ($39.99), Wolf ($11.99), Flexi Frog ($15) and the Gemstone Turtle ($9.99).
Play sets
The Hamster Cage Fidget Set ($35) and Otter Onsen Set ($35) give your animals somewhere to live.
Dragons
Dragons are our biggest range, so they get their own guide: how to choose an articulated dragon.
Start small with Pocket Pals
Not sure which animal to pick? Pocket Pals are $4 mini articulated animals that fit in a coin pocket. Kids collect and swap them. Read more in our Pocket Pals guide, or grab a Mystery Mini Axolotl Bag ($15) for five random axolotls.
Looking after your articulated animal
- Move the joints gently the first few times. They loosen up with use
- Bend with the joints, not against them. Forcing a joint sideways can snap it
- Keep it out of hot cars and away from heat above 50°C
- Dust with a soft, dry cloth. Skip water and cleaning sprays
Our fidgets have small parts and are not suitable for children under 3. Read are 3D printed fidgets safe for kids or our Safety and Care Guide for the full rundown.
Frequently asked questions
What is an articulated fidget?
It is a 3D printed animal made of linked segments that bend and move. The joints print already connected, so it moves straight off the printer with no assembly.
What is the most popular articulated animal?
Pocket Pals are our best seller overall. Of the full size animals, the Axolotl is a long running favourite.
Are articulated animals good fidget toys?
Yes. The joints give your fingers something to do, and they work as a quiet fidget at a desk or in class.
What age are articulated animals suitable for?
They are not suitable for children under 3 because of small parts. They suit older kids, teens and adults.
Can I choose the colour?
Many of our articulated animals come in a large range of colours. Pick your colour on the product page.
Find your flexi friend
Dozens of articulated animals, designed for fidgeting and printed in NSW.