UTEX 3 in 1 Pop Up Play Tent with Tunnel, Ball Pit for Kids, Boys, Girls, Babies and Toddlers, Indoor/Outdoor Playhouse

Just as an intro, I had read a bunch of reviews on this play tent (and many comparable ones,) and they all seem to have many happy customers, with a couple of folks mainly unhappy with general quality/sturdiness.I figured- what they heck- this toy isn’t meant to last like a house, and if it gives my kids even a couple of uses of fun before it shreds, it’s worth it as an experience, being cheaper than say, a trip to a local jungle gym or trampoline/bounce place.That being said - it is surprisingly durable! My kids have been jumping, crawling, and completely abusing this play tent and I simply don’t see where the negative reviews in that regard come from. Perhaps the seller/manufacturer improved the quality since then.So here’s how it all went down:The package arrived, and it was a complete surprise for my kids. No occasion, or reason, except for perhaps the fact that their mother spends too much time browsing Amazon suggestions.As I withdrew the slim, circular pouch from the box, I breathed a sigh of relief as I realized that this would not be responsible for the displacement of an important appliance or necessary item(s) in its stead - it is way thinner and smaller as folded than you would believe. I have very limited closet space, and I actually now store it hung on a hanger in a closet- it’s no thicker than the kid’s spring jacket hanging next to it.And as I opened up the package and proceeded to assemble the tent, my three-year-old literally jumped up and down with excitement and cackled with glee. His entire being physically quivered from the unrestrained joy that this larger-than-his-life, colorful, climbable monstrosity brought to him. I don’t think I’ve ever seen him so excited. And all my doubts melted away - sheesh - if I could bring such sheer bliss for $33 to everyone that easily, I’d start a national organization with this play tent featuring in its mission statement.I first propped up the three pieces separately, and it was all I could do to keep the kids from scampering through them before being able to connect them to each other. (It was really simple, by the way. No instructor necessary.)And then, I let ‘em loose.They spent close to three hours doing EVERYTHING in this play tent. They crawled through it a gajillion times. They sat at opposite ends, and rolled a ball through the tunnel to each other. The played hide and seek, and chased each other in and out. They brought books in, and read quietly inside for a bit. They brought play food into the units, and set themselves up a kitchen. They took linen off their beds, and set themselves up camping.I surmise that any given activity is just waaay more fun inside the tent than outside. I’m beginning to question traditionally held beliefs regarding livability and space. Maybe all we need is a little colorful pop-up tent with someone to share it with to make us happy?Anyhow, this one’s a real hit. I ordered a package of 200 balls separately for a second level of excitement, but really - it’s not necessary. This tent is very entertaining for the kids and inspires a lot of imagination - after they’re done with all the physical activity involved with crawling through it/climbing over it, etc.And folding it up, as packaged (and as stated before) - it’s a pleasure how little space this takes up. The actual disassembly/twisting the three pieces back into shape takes a bit of maneuvering, but once I got the warpy hang of it, it’s not that difficult.All in all, given my kids’ reaction, this is probably my best amazon purchase yet.

This is a pop up tent so it’s easy to assemble. You will not get it back in the box easily but it serves its purpose. Our grandsons can play in this and stay easily entertained. It’s fairly durable and was priced just right. Balls aren’t included so make sure to order some!

The UTEX 3 in 1 Play Tent is a hit with my kids! The setup was a breeze, and they love the combination of tent, tunnel, and ball pit. It’s durable and colorful, making playtime exciting. The ball pit is a big plus, though it could use more balls for added fun. Overall, it’s a fantastic addition to our playroom!

Wish it was easier to put these back in their bags but besides that, good quality and tons of fun for the littles

Flimsy, but big enough for bigger kids to use the tent and the ball pit. My cats are having fun destroying it as I write

The flaps don't stay up. The tube doesn't stay attached. The play pits don't keep their shape. Constantly straightening them up. That just means the kids play in them. No rips or tears after 3 months of daily use. We put a weighted blanket and a couple of heavy area rugs in the play areas. That helps keep them from migrating to the other end of the room or being turned upside down. Apparently the tent isn't good enough. Mine want too hide under the play areas. They were grabbing the rim and pulling on it at first. We had to teach them not to. They are 1 and almost 3.

I was looking for toys that were more activity based. I think my toddler will love crawling through the tunnel and the little ball pit on the end. This is replacing her old ball pit that she loved playing. This was very very easy to set up and should be loads of fun for her in the future. The price also was great! Way cheaper than target and cheaper then me picking and building my own using different vendors on Amazon.

The item is small enough that it will fit your living room and not take too much space. I had wish to put this in the backyard and expected it to be bigger, but decided it's small so it's better for indoor use. This is meant for 1-3 years old toddlers, but I can't see this fitting the needs of toddlers who are older than 3 years. Also, there are no play balls included in this set so I think the image provided is false advertising and can be misleading for people. I had to buy the balls separate and if you opt for that choice then expect to pay $30-$40 extra also. What seems like a good deal in this picture is actually a fraction of the real cost because it doesn't represent what you think you'll get as a set.The pop-ups are easy to assemble but the product is flimsy if not staked to the ground (which you can't do for indoor use). The carrier bag that house all 3 items is made with cheap material and will tear easily. I did not enjoy disassembling the tents and trying to put it back in the bag for storage. The tents snapped back out quickly and after 3 tries I gave up on folding the items back down for storage.The product is inexpensive enough that I didn't bother returning it and convinced myself I can make use of it during a lockdown/Pandemic. I would recommend parents to look for something bigger if they want it for children older than 3 years. This tunnel will entertain a 1-2 year old for maybe 5 minutes, 10-20 minutes if you buy the balls that are not included.