Tummy Time Crawling Crab

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When we first pulled the Control Future Crawling Crab out of its box, we weren't sure what to expect (yes, one more viral “move-around toy”). But within seconds, my six-month-old’s head popped up from tummy time, eyes wide, as the little crab skittered across our hardwood floor, lights blinking, music playing, claws wiggling.

That moment reminded me of how a “simple toy” can feel like a secret weapon in the war against baby’s boredom (and yours). We named it “Crabby,” and suddenly floor time became a chase game.

• The crab moves sideways, like a real crab, and has built-in sensors so when it hits an obstacle it reverses direction.

• It also lights up and plays music while moving.

• It’s marketed as a tummy-time motivator for 0–6 month old babies (helping them lift their heads), and later as a crawl-and-chase toy for 6–12+ months.

• The design is rechargeable (USB/cord), rather than relying on disposable batteries.

We quickly learned two things:

1. Speed matters - on hardwood, Crabby zips. Our baby would sometimes droop her head in surprise.

2. The music is a game-changer.

We placed cardboard walls (or use baby gates) so Crabby wouldn’t escape into other rooms unwanted. Others online warn that it can dart away or get under furniture.

Pros, caveats, and tips

Pros:

• Captivates babies’ attention and encourages visual tracking

• Helps make tummy time more engaging

• Reusable and rechargeable

• Fun “chase the crab” game as baby grows

Caveats:

• Can struggle on carpet

• Needs supervision (can escape or get stuck)

Tips:

• Use a smooth surface (wood, tile) for best movement

• Limit “on” time so baby isn’t overstimulated

• Use cardboard or barriers to keep the crab in bounds

Crabby was a fun addition to our toy rotation. It brought out smiles, intentional play, and more tummy-time engagement than some of the static toys we’d tried. If you're hunting for something interactive to help motivate your little one, this crab might be worth a try!