Kids' Sensory Table Set vs Jolie Vallee Sand & Water Table

The Apple Tree Playtools set is the better buy for a family with a 3- to 5-year-old who wants sand, water and drawing in one station, and it comes with two stools so two kids can play at once. The Jolie Vallee table is smaller, made of solid pine, and aimed at ages 1–3, so it suits a toddler who is just starting sensory play. Build quality favors the pine Jolie Vallee; the Apple Tree set favors capacity, seating and included art supplies.

• Choose the Apple Tree Playtools set if your child is 3 or older and you want deep bins, writable lids, markers and two stools in one bundle.
• Choose the Jolie Vallee table if you have a 1- to 3-year-old and want a compact solid pine table with removable bins for indoor or outdoor use.