I've been using and collecting fidgets since I was in middle school (I've since graduated college), so here's a list of some of my favorite fidgets that I think people should try!
Sections
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Quiet
Noisy/Messy
Quiet
For when you are out and about and need a fidget
One of my current favorites, really fun to use and feel nice in the hand
Magnetic Sensory Ball Fidget Toys
Another one of my favorites!
Marble Mesh
Best putty out there imo, not too sticky and not runny
Crazy Aaron's Putty
Awesome texture, nice smell, not messy!
Play Doh
Helpful to keep focus, fun colors, discrete
Spiky Sensory Rings
Nice level of firmness! Long lasting
NeeDoh Nice Cube
Love stress balls, and add color-changing aspects to it? Even better!
Color-Changing Stress Balls
Noisy/Messy
For when you're somewhere where it doesn't matter how loud or messy it is
Been making this since i was little, always a nice little comfort
Slime (Bought or DIY)
Classic pop-it, very fun and relaxing
Pop Fidget Sensory Toys
Not a real fidget toy, but I use it as one! Fun to just slap on a table and peel up
