The official blog of Kibu - makers of buildable, sustainable headphones for children. Thoughts ðŸ’, innovations 🌿 and educational insights.

We have partnered with DIY.org to launch Creator Candy — a limited-edition headphone and an exclusive Sound Lab full of musical playgrounds, sound experiments, and AI-powered creative tools.

From ignoring volume limits to overlooking repairability, here are the eleven most common mistakes parents make when buying headphones for their children — and how to get it right.

From hearing safety to materials, wired vs wireless to repairability — everything you need to know to make the right choice for your child in 2026.

Not all children's headphones are right for all ages. Here is what to look for — and what we recommend — for under 5s, 6 to 10 year olds, and tweens.
Everything parents need to know before buying headphones for their child — from hearing safety and age guidance to what happens when they break.

The Independent's IndyBest tried Kibu with a real nine-year-old. Here's what they found — and why it made us so proud.
Most brands dread returns. We barely get any. Here's why that makes us so proud — and the story of our favourite return ever.

Thursday night was one of the biggest moments in Kibu's story. The response from all of you has completely blown us away.

We've got some very exciting news to share. This Thursday, Kibu will be appearing on BBC's Dragons' Den. Tune in to see our founder Sam pitch to the Dragons!

We're thrilled to share that Kibu has won the Gold Award in the NEXT Futures - Circular Economy category at the Better Future Awards. Here's what this means for families who care about the planet.

We're over the moon to share that Kibu has been chosen as one of Dezeen's best designs of 2025 by their editor Tom Ravenscroft. Here's what he had to say about our little headphones.

We're absolutely thrilled to announce that Kibu has won Sustainable Design of the Year at the 2025 Dezeen Awards. It's the highest honour for eco-friendly design, and we couldn't be prouder.

We're proud to share that Kibu has won the TCT Consumer Product Application Award and been featured in TCT Magazine. Here's what our founder Sam had to say about building headphones for a better future.
Kibu's innovative design, eco-friendly materials, and commitment to repairability make them a more sustainable choice.

Building your own Kibu headphones combines hands-on STEM learning with sustainable practices, creating an engaging educational experience for children and parents alike.

Discover how Kibu is revolutionising children's headphones with buildable, repairable designs that promote sustainability and learning.

We're delighted to share that Kibu has been awarded a prestigious D&AD Wood Pencil for Product Design. It's one of the most respected awards in the creative world, and we're so proud to have won.






