Piggy banks are a great tool for teaching children about the value of money and saving for their wants, needs, and future.
Although we know the benefits of learning these lessons at a young age, it can be difficult to convince our children that managing money feels rewarding.
Luckily, piggy banks have evolved a lot since we were young so most of the options available are more interactive and informative than ever before. You should have no problem finding a bank that will pique your child’s interest!
I) Piggy Banks Ideas
1. Moonjar Classic Moneybox
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Material: Each individual box is constructed out of metal with an acrylic lid, making this a durable option for the youngest of hands! The boxes can be secured together with the included rubber band. Size: 5 x 5 x 5 inches
What makes it unique: With three separate compartments, children can choose where to invest their money: saving, sharing, or spending. I love this option because it helps teach children about budgeting in a way that’s visual and child-friendly. Also included is a passbook that encourages children to write down their withdrawals and deposits.
Moonjar makes it an emphasis to encourage honest and open discussions about money. When personal finance is treated like a taboo topic, some kids will miss out on important lessons.
Material: High-quality ABS plastic Size: 8.1 x 5.7 x 5.9 inches
What makes it unique: If your child is worried about siblings “borrowing” money, this piggy bank is the obvious choice. Instead of a plug, children create their own numerical password to keep their money secure. Don’t worry, it’s easy enough to change if your child ever forgets. Another cool feature is the separate slot for dollar bills because children will get a kick out of feeding them into the machine themselves.
When the actual process of putting money into the bank is fun, it can encourage saving. It offers a bit of instant gratification that we usually get from spending, along with the long-term benefits of savings.
Material: A durable translucent plastic material available in a variety of colors – perfect for children who are visual learners. Size: 8.8 x 4.8 x 4.7 inches
What makes it unique: This piggy bank is a good option for children because it accurately calculates the value of each coin placed through the slot on an additional LCD screen. I think this is a great choice for older children who are beginning to understand monetary value and would enjoy being able to keep track of their money this way.
Material: It’s made from a translucent polystyrene plastic, available in three colors: blue, purple, green. There isn’t the biggest selection of colors, but this bank is another great option for visual learners! Size: 8.5 x 5.5 x 6 inches
What makes it unique: You’ll get a kick out of it because it’s shaped like a pig but what really makes it great is the four translucent compartments for: saving, spending, donating, and investing. Not only are these great concepts for children to learn at an early age but they’ll get the visualize impact from watching their savings grow.
This bank similar to the Moonjar, except it also has an extra compartment for investing. If the Moonjar feels like it lacks that classic Piggy Bank shape, then here’s a good alternative.
Material: 100% Non-toxic ABS Plastic Size: 6.1 x 5.1 x 4.9 inches
What makes it unique: This bank is interactive with the addition of an adorable cat. The cat says “hello” when a coin is placed in the slot and deposits it using their paw while saying “thank-you”. I think children will love this cute interaction and won’t want to stop using this piggy bank!
As a parent, you might start to get tired of hearing this little coin-snatching kitten, but just remember: It means your kids are putting money away, and that’s the goal, right?
Material: This bank is constructed out of a durable plastic material, so you shouldn’t have to worry about it becoming damaged easily. Size: 6 x 5.5 x 5.5 inches
What makes it unique: It’s another adorable pig-shaped option for the list, except this one includes an accurate digital counter for depositing money. I think this is another great choice for teaching children about math concepts and recognizing numbers.
It’s fun and encouraging to watch the numbers add up, which also gives an extra incentive to not take out any coins and lose count.
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7. Pearhead Ceramic Piggy Bank
Material: This piggy bank is ceramic – not ideal if your children are young and will be handling it on their own. Size: 5 x 6.25 x 7 inches
What makes it unique: We’re going back to the classics with this choice – this bank is a ceramic pig! There isn’t anything fancy about this bank but as the old saying goes, less is more (sometimes). A common complaint about piggy banks in this style is that they’re difficult for children to use on their own but not this bank – adding coins is a breeze and the rubber stopper is easy to remove.
There are no educational materials included, or unique ways that it helps you save money, just a nice gift box and a cute little piggy bank.
Material: High-quality cardboard designed to survive childhood with hidden magnets for assembly Size: 7 x 4 x 7 inches
What makes it unique: This bank comes with a child-friendly “Smart Money Basics” book to introduce children to basic money concepts. The design is cool because instead of a plastic piggy bank, this style uses high-quality cardboard that attaches using strong magnets. Children get to ‘build’ their own piggy bank and arrange the boxes in any order so it’s a bit more of a personable experience.
The material is great, putting it together is great, having the separate compartments is an excellent feature that some of the very best piggy banks for kids have, and this is comfortably rounds out the top 3.
Material: High-quality ABS plastic Size: 5.1 x 3.5 x 3.1 inches
What makes it unique: Instead of a piggy bank that arrives ready-made, children get the experience building their own with this cool Lego set. I love this option because children get the educational benefits that come with building with Lego (strengthening fine motor skills, creativity, and problem-solving skills) and a fully functional piggy bank!
For kids who like Lego, this is a perfect option. It’s recommended for ages 7+, but could be perfectly suitable for someone younger, especially with a little help building it, it just depends on the kid.
10. National Geographic Glow-in-the-Dark Moon Bank
Material: Heavy-duty plastic Size: 4.5 inches
What makes it unique: This piggy bank is perfect if your child is a budding astronomer – it’s designed to look like the moon! Unlike some products geared towards children, it has a realistic design and even comes with a piece of authentic meteorite. It glows in the dark; a feature that most children will be drawn to. It’s cool, it looks good on the shelf, it encourages saving, and even comes with a little lesson in science from space.
Some of the other choices on this list are very child-oriented and are fun toys in addition to tools for saving, but this one is more like something a child would want to keep and continue using as they grow older.
Minecraft enthusiasts will be delighted by this twist on the traditional piggy motif. Give your favorite gamer a pixelated pink pal to tuck away all of their hard-earned cash, at least until a new game release.
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Piggy is good for your kid’s wallet and good for the environment! It uses BDP, an eco-friendly alternative to plastic that is home compostable and recyclable.
Rough-and-tumble boys will have a roaring good time saving their coins in this charming plastic dinosaur piggy bank. It’s made from unbreakable plastic and opens via a simple screw-in plug, so you won’t have to worry about cleaning up broken ceramic.
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Each dinosaur bank comes with a free matching keychain to remind kids to save even when they’re on the go.
Cash is safe and sound in a Brink’s Home Security armored car piggy bank. Unlike the more fragile, ceramic options the XREXS Cool Armored Car Bank doubles as a toy with rolling wheels, flashing lights, and ringing bells. Kids will be begging to make a deposit!
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The bill slot on the front windshield automatically feeds paper money into the secure, password-locked cargo space.
This piggy bank is pretty doggone cute! Marshall encourages your little one to put away their change for a rainy day and makes the perfect finishing touch for any Paw Patrol-themed boy’s room.
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Marshall is made from ceramic with a rubber stopper, which means there’s no need to break out the hammer when it’s time to upgrade your child’s savings account.
5. Child to Cherish Ceramic Piggy Bank for Boys, Sports
This piggy bank is a classic, made of glossy ceramic handpainted in a fun sports pattern. Each bank is glazed and fired to capture stunning color and detail, making them a true one-of-a-kind gift.
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Child to Cherish makes their banks out of high-quality dolomite, which is more resistant to breakage than other ceramic banks. They make an ideal christening keepsake that is sure to last.
Even pigs can fly with a little bit of unicorn magic. Your child gets the best of both worlds with a ceramic bank decked out with lashes, a rainbow mane, and a golden horn. The generous top slot is large enough for coins and folded bills.
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Easily customize your piggy-corn with paint markers. If you decide to change up your design, just wipe it clean for a blank canvas.
Inspire your little princess to start saving up for her dream castle. Handpainted, sparkling pink towers and golden trim fit any fairytale decor, and its generous 10” height holds coins of all sizes.
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Future royalty will be proud to use such a stunningly detailed, masterfully painted bank.
Make a splash with a customizable mermaid bank and dive into a savings adventure! The kit includes a ceramic bank, paintbrush, sequin sticker, and metallic pink, blue, and purple paint.
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The sequin decal changes colors with the swipe of a finger so that creative children can draw no-mess designs anytime.
Fortunately, this charming little carriage won’t transform back into a pumpkin at midnight. Darling accents and a generous size make the Baby Aspen Ceramic Princess Carriage a must-have for Cinderella enthusiasts.
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Little touches like the diamond-accented tiara and curled ribbons take this bank beyond your everyday piggy.
The What on Earth Unicorn Night Light Coin Bank offers two essential bedroom decor pieces in one pretty package. Holographic-glazed ceramic gives this unicorn a genuinely magical appearance.
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The LED horn is removable, so your little one will always have access to a handheld nightlight. When lifted, the horn reveals a hidden coin slot for making savings deposits.
Teach your child about smart money decisions by helping them put every dollar to work. Charming vintage piggies adorn three boxes– spend, save, and share– help prioritize savings goals and encourage charitable spending.
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Easy-open magnetic closures let kids keep a close eye on their balances at all times without risking a broken piggy bank.
Savings is a slam dunk when kids get to put away their spare coins by shooting them into a basketball hoop. This unique design will be a hit for sports fans of all ages.
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Sturdy construction ensures that the bank will last through as many free throws as your child can toss at it.
The Face Bank is a little bit creepy but a whole lot of fun. A motion sensor makes this beady-eyed buddy open wide when you bring it delicious coins, then swallows them down into an internal reservoir with the realistic chewing action.
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Pretty much everything about this bank stands out. It’s the perfect mix of weird and adorable.
4. Paladone Nintendo Super Mario Bros. Question Block
Mario fans will let out a happy “Waa-Hoo!” when they get their hands on the Super Mario Bros. Question Block. The bank features an easy-open top to grant you quick access to your cash.
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What would the Question Block be if it didn’t make the iconic coin sound? Install 2-AA batteries for an instant rush of nostalgia every time you make a deposit.
Watch your savings grow with a large capacity transparent piggy bank that counts your coins for you. This little piggy is thick plastic, so you won’t have to worry about broken glass.
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The counter can handle any American denomination, including pennies, nickels, dimes, quarters, half-dollars, and dollar coins.
If only all ATMs were this pretty in pink. The EOBTAIN ATM Piggy Bank works just like the real thing, complete with an included debit card! The automatic bill feeder and coin counter make saving more fun and educational.
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This bank does it all! Features include an alarm, 12/24-hour format clock, calendar, savings target, deposits, withdrawals, and balance checking.
Who better than a robot to handle your money? The ONXE Digital Counting Money Jar rewards good habits with glowing eyes each time coins are inserted. The easy-to-use interface and sturdy plastic construction can withstand even the most enthusiastic saver.
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The LCD screen displays the time, balance, and savings goal progress at the touch of a button.
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VI) Plastic Piggy Banks
1. Lefree Piggy Bank with Cute Stickers
The LeFree Piggy Bank is a must-have piggy bank for kids. It’s rugged yet lightweight plastic and has a knob on the bottom when it’s time to empty him. It’s adorable on its own, but the included puffy stickers up the cute factor.
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The piggy’s big belly holds 1.24 L worth of coins.
Who needs a piggy when you can have a penguin? Kids will love the pastel colors and darling roundness of their new bank, and parents will love the long-lasting, durable plastic.
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The penguin bank is highly detailed, right down to the pompom on top of his tiny hat.
The Hemispheres Save the World coin bank makes a great desktop or room decoration for future geographers and cartographers. The genuine, working globe spins on an acrylic stand and has a coin slot at the North Pole.
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The globe has up-to-date boundaries, easy-to-read text, and shows international points of interest.
4. Space Planet Astronaut Unbreakable Plastic Money Bank
Your child’s money-saving habits will be out of this world when they’re using the Gaolinci Vinyl Astronaut piggy bank. Red and metallic gold paint accent the bank for an attractive futuristic design. Insert coins into his helmet, then empty the bank with a hatch on the bottom.
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This little astronaut comes in three unique poses: sitting, standing, or riding in a spaceship.
1. Ziv White Ceramic Maneki Neko Lucky Cat Coin Bank
In Japan, a Lucky Cat with a raised left paw brings happiness, while a Lucky Cat with a raised right paw brings riches. The Maneki Neko Lucky Cat porcelain coin bank has both paws raised, which means ultimate good fortune for its owner!
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The bank is intricately painted and adorned in golden bells, silk flowers, and a tiny sitting cushion.
The terror from the deep seems a lot less frightening when it’s as delightful as the Baby Aspen Shark Piggy Bank. This “jaw-some” ceramic Great White has a toothy grin ready to take a bite out of your savings goals.
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Despite its real-world counterpart’s reputation, this sweet little shark is gentle enough for a nautical baby nursery.
Complement a woodland-style baby room with a DEMDACO ceramic acorn piggy bank. The simple design allows the neutral color palette and excellent craftsmanship to take center stage.
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The small and subtle acorn bank is a timeless gift for the new mom who loves to spend time in nature.
Bunnies are one of the cutest critters in the animal kingdom, and the same goes for their piggy bank counterparts. With sleepy eyes and darling dotted ears, the Pearhead Ceramic Bunny Coin Bank is essential for starting a new baby’s college fund.
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Stock up on this gender-neutral bank for last-minute baby shower gifts.
5. FORLONG Ceramic Piggy Bank for Boys, Basketball
Avid NBA fans will cheer for the realistic look and feel of the FORLONG Ceramic Basketball bank. It’s 6” in diameter, so there’s plenty of room to save up coins and bills for their favorite team’s season tickets.
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Mix and match with FORLONG’s entire range of sports banks, including golf, soccer, hockey, and football.
Star Wars has fascinated sci-fi fiends since 1977, and it’s showing no signs of stopping. Celebrate the next generation with a ceramic bank commemorating Baby Yoda’s favorite froggy snack.
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Non-slip cushions on the bottom protect the bank from being accidentally knocked off of high surfaces.
Ultra-modern and ultra-luxe, the Nambe Kibo Piggy Bank is for babies who have expensive tastes. The artistic interpretation of a childhood staple has a quirky corkscrew tail and a substantial snout. The bank is made of quality stainless steel and sits on an acacia wood base.
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Instead of the classic top slot, the Kibo has two slots in its snout.
Millennial pink never looked prettier than it does on the Interior Illusions Balloon Dog Bank. The whimsical design and metallic finish would look lovely as an accent piece on a mantle or as a shelf decoration in a teen’s bedroom.
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Traditional ceramic banks get an update with visionary metallic paints and eye-catching shapes.
At the intersection of art and function sits the Areaware Bank in the Form of a Pig. The hyper-realistic piglet is carved from marble and weighs in at 4 pounds. With this bank, you’ll be able to stylishly stockpile more cash than you could have ever imagined and showcase a definite conversation starter.
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The massive 18 x 5.5 x 18-inch oinker can hold up to $10,000 in dollar bills!
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