Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids (2024)

Overall Score: 8.6/10

The Fire HD 8 Kids is the smaller, cheaper sibling of our top-pick Fire HD 10 Kids Pro. At $150 (often on sale for $100-120), it delivers the same industry-leading parental controls, 2-year worry-free guarantee, and Amazon Kids+ subscription in a more portable package with a thick bumper case.

For young children ages 3-7, I actually prefer the HD 8 over the HD 10. The smaller size fits little hands better, the thicker case provides more drop protection, and the performance is adequate for preschool apps and PBS Kids.

The Verdict: This is the best entry-level kids tablet. If your child is under 8, does not need the larger display, and you want maximum value, the Fire HD 8 Kids is the sweet spot.

I tested the 2024 Fire HD 8 Kids for 6 months, primarily with my younger son (age 5) and a 4-year-old nephew. I compared it directly against the Fire HD 10 Kids Pro and previous HD 8 generations.

The Fire HD 8 Kids has identical parental control features to the HD 10:

• Amazon Parent Dashboard for remote management
• Screen time limits by day of the week
• Educational goals before entertainment
• Age-based content filtering in Kids+
• Bedtime enforcement
• App approval from your phone

The Fire HD 8 Kids includes a chunkier case than the HD 10 Kids Pro. This is intentional—younger kids drop tablets more frequently. The extra padding has protected against countless drops in my testing.

The 2-year replacement guarantee is identical. Amazon replaces the tablet for any reason. This peace of mind at the $150 price point is remarkable value.

Let me be honest about the trade-offs:

• PBS Kids and educational video streaming
• Reading apps like Epic! and Kindle Kids
• Simple learning games
• Casual games like Angry Birds and puzzle apps
• Amazon Kids+ curated content

• Roblox runs but with noticeable stuttering
• Minecraft is playable but not smooth
• Multitasking slows down
• App loading takes longer than HD 10

For kids under 7, the performance is fine. They are not running demanding apps. For kids 8+, spend the extra $40 for the HD 10.

The 8-inch 1280x800 display is smaller and lower resolution than the HD 10. For adults, it is noticeably less sharp. For young kids watching PBS Kids, it is perfectly adequate.

Amazon claims 13 hours; I got 10-12 hours real-world. This is excellent and handles long car trips.

Total 3-year cost:

• Fire HD 8 Kids: $150 (often on sale for $100-120)
• Amazon Kids+ after year 1: $48/year x 2 = $96
• Case (included): $0
• Replacements (included): $0
• Total: $246-296

For a complete kids tablet experience with case, content, and replacement warranty, this is the absolute best value.

Choose HD 8 Kids if: Your child is under 7, you want maximum value, portability matters.

Choose HD 10 Kids Pro if: Your child is 6+, will play demanding games, wants a more mature look.

1. Families with preschoolers and early elementary kids (ages 3-7)

2. Budget-conscious families who want excellent parental controls

3. Parents buying a first tablet to see if their child is ready

4. Families who need a portable, travel-friendly size

5. Anyone who wants the worry-free guarantee at the lowest price

1. Kids over 8 who will play Roblox/Minecraft heavily

2. Families who want the larger display for videos and reading

3. Kids who think they have outgrown "baby" tablets—the thick case is not cool

The Fire HD 8 Kids is the best value proposition in kids tablets. At $150 (less on sale), you get excellent parental controls, included content, a durable case, and a 2-year worry-free guarantee. For young children, it is all they need.

My recommendation: Buy this for ages 3-7. Upgrade to the HD 10 Kids Pro when they outgrow it or want more performance.

• Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Specifications. Amazon.com. 2024.
• Consumer Reports Kids Tablet Testing. 2025.
• Wirecutter Budget Kids Tablet Picks. 2025.

Overall Score: 8.6/10

The Fire HD 8 Kids is the smaller, cheaper sibling of our top-pick Fire HD 10 Kids Pro. At $150 (often on sale for $100-120), it delivers the same industry-leading parental controls, 2-year worry-free guarantee, and Amazon Kids+ subscription in a more portable package with a thick bumper case.

For young children ages 3-7, I actually prefer the HD 8 over the HD 10. The smaller size fits little hands better, the thicker case provides more drop protection, and the performance is adequate for preschool apps and PBS Kids.

The Verdict: This is the best entry-level kids tablet. If your child is under 8, does not need the larger display, and you want maximum value, the Fire HD 8 Kids is the sweet spot.

I tested the 2024 Fire HD 8 Kids for 6 months, primarily with my younger son (age 5) and a 4-year-old nephew. I compared it directly against the Fire HD 10 Kids Pro and previous HD 8 generations.

The Fire HD 8 Kids has identical parental control features to the HD 10:

• Amazon Parent Dashboard for remote management
• Screen time limits by day of the week
• Educational goals before entertainment
• Age-based content filtering in Kids+
• Bedtime enforcement
• App approval from your phone

The Fire HD 8 Kids includes a chunkier case than the HD 10 Kids Pro. This is intentional—younger kids drop tablets more frequently. The extra padding has protected against countless drops in my testing.

The 2-year replacement guarantee is identical. Amazon replaces the tablet for any reason. This peace of mind at the $150 price point is remarkable value.

Let me be honest about the trade-offs:

• PBS Kids and educational video streaming
• Reading apps like Epic! and Kindle Kids
• Simple learning games
• Casual games like Angry Birds and puzzle apps
• Amazon Kids+ curated content

• Roblox runs but with noticeable stuttering
• Minecraft is playable but not smooth
• Multitasking slows down
• App loading takes longer than HD 10

For kids under 7, the performance is fine. They are not running demanding apps. For kids 8+, spend the extra $40 for the HD 10.

The 8-inch 1280x800 display is smaller and lower resolution than the HD 10. For adults, it is noticeably less sharp. For young kids watching PBS Kids, it is perfectly adequate.

Amazon claims 13 hours; I got 10-12 hours real-world. This is excellent and handles long car trips.

Total 3-year cost:

• Fire HD 8 Kids: $150 (often on sale for $100-120)
• Amazon Kids+ after year 1: $48/year x 2 = $96
• Case (included): $0
• Replacements (included): $0
• Total: $246-296

For a complete kids tablet experience with case, content, and replacement warranty, this is the absolute best value.

Choose HD 8 Kids if: Your child is under 7, you want maximum value, portability matters.

Choose HD 10 Kids Pro if: Your child is 6+, will play demanding games, wants a more mature look.

1. Families with preschoolers and early elementary kids (ages 3-7)

2. Budget-conscious families who want excellent parental controls

3. Parents buying a first tablet to see if their child is ready

4. Families who need a portable, travel-friendly size

5. Anyone who wants the worry-free guarantee at the lowest price

1. Kids over 8 who will play Roblox/Minecraft heavily

2. Families who want the larger display for videos and reading

3. Kids who think they have outgrown "baby" tablets—the thick case is not cool

The Fire HD 8 Kids is the best value proposition in kids tablets. At $150 (less on sale), you get excellent parental controls, included content, a durable case, and a 2-year worry-free guarantee. For young children, it is all they need.

My recommendation: Buy this for ages 3-7. Upgrade to the HD 10 Kids Pro when they outgrow it or want more performance.

• Amazon Fire HD 8 Kids Specifications. Amazon.com. 2024.
• Consumer Reports Kids Tablet Testing. 2025.
• Wirecutter Budget Kids Tablet Picks. 2025.