Quick Take
Overall Score: 6.3/10
VANKYO is a budget electronics brand offering the MatrixPad S8 as a kids tablet option. At $90, it provides an 8-inch Android tablet with case and basic parental controls.
The Verdict: Same conclusion as Dragon Touch: spend $60 more for Fire HD 8 Kids to get dramatically better parental controls, content, and warranty.
Safety Analysis
KIDOZ Parental Controls
Same basic KIDOZ system as Dragon Touch:
- App whitelisting
- Time limits
- Basic web filtering
Missing the robust features of Amazon Parent Dashboard.
Performance
- Quad-core processor, 2GB RAM
- 8-inch 1280x800 display
- 32GB storage (expandable)
- Basic performance adequate for simple apps
Who Might Consider
- Budget-constrained families needing Google Play
- Those finding it under $70 on sale
Who Should Skip
- Anyone who can spend $150 on Fire HD 8 Kids
- Parents wanting quality parental controls
Sources
- VANKYO MatrixPad S8 Specifications. Vankyo.com. 2025.




