KIDS can be fussy about wearing swimming goggles, and the best kids' goggles can really make or break a trip to the pool or beach.
Children's goggles need to be comfortable, durable and stylish to pass the test when it comes to discerning young swimmers.
Many styles are now very focused on comfort, ensuring the goggles sit well on kids' faces and don't leave red marks on delicate skin.
A good fit is also key and the best junior swim goggles need to be easy to adjust to the correct size and to sit securely on the face, not letting in any leaks as kids jump in and out of the pool.
There's also a great range of colours and designs on offer so your little swimmer is sure to be able to find a style they like.
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Not sure which to go for? Our mini testers have put some of the biggest kids' goggles brands to the test - read on to find out which ones came up trumps.
Best swimming goggles for kids at a glance:
- Best overall: Futura Biofuse Flexiseal Junior Goggles Clear
- Best colour choice: Aquasphere Seal Kid 2 Swim Mask
- Best for comfort: Zone3 Aquahero Triathlon and Open Water Swimming Goggles
- Best budget: Nabaiji Soft 100 - Kids / Jr Swimming Goggles
- Best stylish: Babiators Submariners Swim Goggles
1. Futura Biofuse Flexiseal Junior Goggles
- Futura Biofuse Flexiseal Junior Goggles Clear, £19 at Speedo - buy here
Pros: Comfortable fit, no water leaks, stylish design, easy-to-adjust size
Cons: Not suitable for young children under 6
Using Speedo Biofuse® tech, these Futura Biofuse junior goggles are made with comfort in mind, with a soft flexible seal and cushioning around the eyes.
We tried them out on a nine-year-old mini tester who dived under the water again and again but the goggles stayed put with no water leaking in.
It was super simple to adjust the size with the buttons on the side of the goggles and they were really comfortable to wear, leaving no red marks on his face.
Our mini-tester gave them a big thumbs up and said he could see really well underwater. He said he would have liked them in a brighter colour - they are also available in green/blue and purple - and perhaps the clear style is more suited to teens.
Specs - Age: 6-14 years Lenses: Anti-fog coated lens with 100% UV Protection Colour options: 3
2. Aquasphere Seal Kid 2 Swim Mask
- Seal Kid 2 Swim Mask, £14.99 at Sports Direct - buy here
Pros: Really comfortable to wear and no water leaks, great choice of colours available
Cons: Tiny bit fiddly to adjust the size
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Younger children often prefer to wear a swim mask style of goggles for a wider field of vision and more security against leaks in the water.
The Aquasphere Seal Kid is a great option for a swim mask and was fully approved by our six-year-old mini tester who loved the look of it as much as how comfortable it was to wear.
He dived in and out of the water and the mask didn't let any water in and stayed firmly in place, we didn't see him adjusting it once.
We found it a tiny bit fiddly to adjust the size with the side buckles but once we'd done this, it fitted really well and didn't need any further adjustments in the pool.
This Aquasphere swim mask also comes in a range of colours, which kids will love - including a pair with blue-tinted lenses.
Specs - Age: 3+ years Lenses: VLT: 92% Colour options: 7
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3. Zone3 Aquahero Triathlon and Open Water Swimming Goggles
- Zone3 Aquahero Triathlon and Open Water Swimming Goggles, £15 at Amazon - buy here
Pros: Easy to adjust size, stylish design, well priced, anti-fog tinted lenses with UV protection
Cons: No side button for buckle adjustment
Zone3 is a specialist supplier for the triathlon community, providing quality and durable wetsuits, swimwear, skins and accessories such as swim goggles.
The brand has now created a range of junior goggles, so kids can get the same benefits in terms of comfort and performance.
Our mini-testers agreed that these goggles are comfortable and easy to wear, thanks to the super-soft silicon, which also meant they didn't leave any red marks on their faces.
They also didn't leak and were easy to adjust to the right size - but you have to adjust the straps manually as there wasn't a side button to release the strap.
Our testers tried two different colour combinations (blue/yellow and black/green) and they particularly loved the style of the black goggles with tinted lenses - available to buy now at Wiggle (with 20% off).
Specs - Age: One junior size Lenses: Anti-fog coated lens with 100% UV Protection Colour options: 2
4. Nabaiji Soft 100 - Kids / Jr Swimming Goggles Clear Smoked
- Nabaiji Soft 100 - Kids / Jr Swimming Goggles Clear Smoked - Mauve / Coral Pink, £9.99 at Decathlon - buy here
Pros: Great value, stylish colour options, easy back buckle adjustment
Cons: No UV protection
At under £10, these stylish junior goggles from Decathlon are a great value buy.
Our little tester loved the mauve and coral pink pair - and these stylish goggles are also available in a navy blue, grey and orange colour way.
They looked great and were also easy to adjust by pulling the straps at the back rather than the sides.
She found them soft and comfortable to wear and no water leaked in as she dived in and out of the pool.
They also offer a great field of vision for seeing underwater.
Specs - Age: One junior size Lenses: Smoked Colour options: 2
5. Babiators Submariners Swim Goggles
- Babiators Submariners Swim Goggles - Cool Caribbean, £25 at Babiators - buy here
Pros: Easy to adjust size, fun branding, comfortable, anti-fog coating
Cons: More expensive, big seal
With an anti-fog coating, shatter-resistant lens and 100% UV protection, these Babiator Submariner swim goggles are perfect for splashing about in the sea on holiday.
Our three-year-old mini-tester tried them at the swimming pool instead and found them really comfortable to wear. The seal of the goggles is quite big, which gives good suction and protection against leaks but might not be loved by all toddlers.
Our mini tester was happy though - the goggles were easy to adjust to the right size with the side strap buttons and didn't leak any water.
She loved the style (although probably would have preferred the pink) and the 'Babiator' branding is really fun - even the packaging the goggles arrived in caused quite a bit of excitement.
Specs - Age: 3+ years Lenses: Anti-fog coating, shatter-resistant lens + 100% UV protection Colour options: 2
6. Arena The One Junior Mask
- Arena The One Junior Mask, £12.49 (on sale ) at Wiggle - buy here
These Arena The One swim-mask style pair of junior goggles are great value - currently on offer with a saving of 39%.
A junior version of the brand's 'The One Goggles', these kids' goggles have all the same great features adapted for young swimmers.
As well as great vision and a customisable fit, the seals used for the area around the eyes are extra comfortable and gentle on children's delicate skin.
As well as comfort, these Arena goggles also have a watertight fit so no leaks as your little ones jump in and out of the pool.
7. Zoggs Phantom Kid's Mask Swimming Goggles
- Zoggs Phantom Kid's Mask Swimming Goggles - Purple and Blue, £15 at Argos - buy here
Zoggs have a great range of kid-friendly swimwear, swimming aids and kids' goggles - and little ones are sure to love this bright purple and blue swim mask.
Designed for young children up to the age of six, this fuss-free mask has a hypoallergenic, extra-soft seal that will sit comfortably on your child's face.
It's easy to adjust and the benefit of larger frames like these for kids is better vision underwater - offering 180 peripheral vision thanks to the CLT Curved Lens Technology.
The Zoo's Phantom Kid's mask also offers UV protection and anti-fog lenses.
