6 Best Electronic Drum Kits For Your Child Reviewed

by Joost Nusselder Updated on: March 23, 2023

Finding the best electronic drum kit for children can be a daunting task. There are just so many options out there, and it's hard to know which one will work best for your child (and your budget).

We've found in testing that most of the ones on the market right now aren't very good, but I think we've finally found a few that are worth your time and money!

In this article I discuss the top picks in all different price ranges. You'll find everything from starter sets to high-end professional models with features like built-in recording capabilities and Bluetooth compatibility. Let's start!

We also have an article for when you are looking for toy instruments for really smaller children.

An electronic drum kit is the perfect choice for parents who want to introduce their child to a musical instrument in a fun way.

If you have a younger child who just wants to get started, I would ABSOLUTELY this Aengus Qoqoba table drum kit recommend. A ton of drum kit in a small size and perfect for younger aspiring drummers, plus the tapping sounds fairly soft with headphones so it's barely noticeable.

Electronic drum kits are perfect because they produce very little noise compared to traditional kits, but most of them are made of fairly hard material so the tapping is still very loud, and you probably want to avoid that.

Here are the best drum kits for different ages and budgets in an overview, then I'll dig deeper into each of these options:

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Best budget choice: Áengus Qoqoba electronic portable drum pad	(view more images)
Best price quality ratio: Roland TD-1DMK	(view more images)
Best Basic Set: Carlsbro electric drum set	(view more images)
Best feeling: Alesis Surge Mesh Kit	(view more images)
Overall Best Table Drum Kit: Alesis Compact Kit 4	(view more images)
Best VR Drum Sticks: Aerodrums Digital Air Drums	(view more images)

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Electronic Drum Kit Buying Guide

There is a lot to think about when choosing the perfect electric drum set for your child.

Here are some of the most important things to keep in mind while shopping:

• Age: Think about how long you want your child to be able to use their drums. Some are suitable for younger kids so won't last as long, but some of the more advanced models might be too difficult for younger kids (and usually a bit more pricey, you might not know at all if he or she will continue to like it) .
• Features: Before making up your mind, check out the features of a few different products. Make sure it is everything your child needs.
• Electric or traditional: There are many reasons why you should choose a digital drum kit over a more traditional one. In some situations a 'normal' drum set may be preferable and you should carefully consider which style is best for your child. Equipment is available to convert your acoustic drum kit into a digital one if you really want the best of both worlds.
• Materials: There is a choice of two main materials for the surface of the drum pads: rubber or mesh. Each offers different advantages and disadvantages, so you should do some research to see what best suits your child's needs. Rubber pads are usually a bit smaller and more compact and are also more budget friendly. Meshheads are much more like traditional drums and feel much more realistic. This makes them a great choice for a child who might continue to play acoustic drums.

Best Electronic Drum Kits Reviewed

Then let's dive right into the different options.

It's in no particular order as each kit serves its own purpose, but they are the top rated drum sets in their own category:

Best Budget Choice: Áengus Qoqoba Electronic Portable Drum Pad

If your child is just starting out with the drums and you don't want to spend too much money, the Áengus Electronic Portable Drum Pad is a good choice.

It is inexpensive, yet offers all the features a beginner drummer needs.

It comes with everything you need to start playing right away.

The pad is ideal for practicing anywhere as it can be used with built-in or external speakers, or headphones for quiet play.

This roll up drum pad is ideal for children who want to learn to play the drums but have never tried it.

It is ideal for use anywhere as it can be powered by batteries or USB.

This electric drum pad is perfect for practicing anywhere, anytime! It is great for younger children as it is not too heavy.

The pad is also waterproof, meaning it can withstand a few minor accidents.

It works on a rechargeable battery, which gives up to 10 hours of playtime on a single charge.

Like many electric drums, this pad can be used with headphones for silent training.

The output can be via headphones or a speaker, meaning your child can share their music with others or practice quietly, for more flexibility as they can also practice along with tracks on the stereo.

This is a great way to help practice and improve. They can start with easy tracks and then gradually build up to something more complex.

Such a drum pad is perfect for parents who want to let their child play, but don't have enough space to store large instruments.

It can be easily rolled up and stored after each use.

It's also got a great price, which means it's perfect for young kids who can lose interest relatively quickly.

Best price-quality ratio: Roland TD-1DMK

This is a great full size electronic drum kit that is perfect for older kids. There are several ways to use the kit:

• it can be connected to speakers
• or headphones
• and can also be connected to a computer

This means that your child can download software to practice and improve their ability to write their own music.

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The pads are supported by a set of four aluminum poles which means your child can play as hard as they want without moving anything.

The height of the set is adjustable, which means it can be easily used by young drummers and their parents or older or younger ones.

Roland's electronic drum comes with everything you need to get started.

All you have to do is find the perfect height setting for your child to sit and they will be ready to rock.

Best Basic Set: Carlsbro Electric Drum Kit

This 9-piece digital drum kit contains everything your child needs to start learning to play.

The set can be adapted to your child's layout and is fully adjustable in height.

Carlsbro's electric drums are great for beginners looking to improve and very affordable.

A metronome is built in to practice timing and maintain a rhythm.

It also features built-in drum sound sets and an LCD screen to manage your controls.

The kit can be connected to headphones or an external speaker - perfect for quiet sessions in your bedroom or to take to the rehearsal room.

The kit has an AUX input, so your child can play along to their favorite songs or even create their own.

It's great for those who want to play traditional drums but don't have the space.

It takes up much less space, but still offers a great, natural feel.

Best Feel: Alesis Surge Mesh Kit

This Alesis 9-piece electronic drum set is perfect for kids who are serious about learning to play drums.

It can be used with headphones or speakers, or can be connected to a laptop for use with music software.

This is a great way for your child to create their own music and really learn how to compose a song.

It comes with a control panel that offers the option of 70 drum kits and 600 sounds, so your child is sure to find something to suit their style.

There is also a built-in metronome with this kit, to keep your time perfect.

These drums are perfect for really learning how to make your own music.

It has the capacity to input your own .WAV files and output your creations to a USB.

Also read: the best kids microphones for musical kids

Overall best table drum kit: Alesis CompactKit 4

This is a great portable digital drum for kids of all ages.

It offers realistic sounds and great features that will make it popular with both beginners and more advanced players.

This is a great table top electric drum pad with lots of features to impress your child.

It features 4 drum pads making it perfect for intermediate players and perfect for those living in small apartments where a standalone drum kit is not possible.

It has volume controls and there is a port to attach headphones to, making it nearly silent.

The Alesis Electronic Drum Set is perfect for ages 8 and up, although teens and adults will also enjoy learning how to use it.

Younger children can also play with a little help or already have experience on other drum sets.

There are over 70 percussion sounds, so your child will never run out of new sounds to experiment with.

There are 4 drum pads so your child has a lot of control over the sound, even though it is a table model.

It is possible to record your compositions with this kit, making it perfect for those who want to compose their own music.

There is also a built-in metronome to help with this.

The kit is ready to use right out of the box, drumsticks and an AC adapter are included. However, it can also accept 6 C batteries for music on the go.

Alesis's portable electronic drum comes with a huge number of voices and songs built-in, making it perfect for all styles and skill levels.

There is also the option to connect via USB, meaning it is possible to use the kit with computer software for even more possibilities.

Best VR Drum Sticks: Aerodrums Digital Air Drums

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Electronic drum sets are really nice. They are so much quieter than a regular drum kit, so they are perfect for a child in a row house or another place where you can't make as much noise.

But despite that, tapping on the drum pads (with mesh slightly less than rubber) can still be quite loud.

In addition, you can still not easily take the drum set with you everywhere.

For those looking for a different solution, or just looking for the latest technology, there are now the Aerodrums.

Great for drumming anywhere you want to and use with VR to see a real drum kit.

Also possible to use with midi so that you can also control other devices or music recording software.

It's the future of digital drum sets.

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Joost Nusselder, the founder of Speelkeuze.nl is a content marketer, father and loves trying out new toys. As a child he came into contact with everything related to games when his mother started the Tinnen Soldaat in Ede. Now he and his team create helpful blog articles to help loyal readers with fun play ideas.