If you have held onto that childlike adoration for these kinds of critters then you’ll be pleased to hear about Squishmallows. They’re known as the classic stuffed animal updated for a more modern aesthetic. Baby Yoda is one of the best Squishmallow design results because of the character’s shape in the series.

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There’s not much special about the 10-inch plush. It has the same problems as the 5-inch, so I would only recommend it to the same groups of people looking for something larger. In fact, I’d recommend this one over the 5-inch cause at least this one would be huggable. Then there are the droids. Their problem is that while they are non-human characters, their designs heavily rely on their silhouettes. You can look at the outline of pretty much any droid in Star Wars and identify it. Any good character design should have a distinct profile, but when there’s no face or clothing, that and the color palette are really all you have.

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Pro Collector’s Tip: Sadly, I can’t include Squishmallows that don’t exist yet. However, Baby Yoda is a smash hit. So, I recommend keeping an eye on the official Squishmallows store to see when holiday and special-edition Grogu plushies come to life. The new-release reel changes often. So, keep a weekly eye on it. Mini 5-Inch Baby Yoda Squishmallow

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As someone who grew up watching the original trilogy, R2-D2 was always my favorite droid. They somehow managed to convey so much personality and sass with beeps, head swivels, and violent shaking. That’s why this squishmallow disappoints me so much. I think R2-D2 looks the worst. Since Squishmallows are all made from one round shape, they are, essentially, all just heads. However, they never feel like that. The face positioning and body patterning make the plushes feel like a whole being. To be fair, I don’t think there was a way for Kellytoy to make R2-D2 into a satisfying squishmallow. The soft sphere just doesn’t translate to hard robotics very well. Yet, the collection would feel far too small with just Chewbacca and Baby Yoda, droids are a huge part of the Star Wars universe, and BB-8 and R2-D2 are the most popular ones. So while their choices are understandable, they just didn’t work out. Pros The jumbo Baby Yoda Squishmallow is undoubtedly the best choice for younger fans who enjoy the marshmallow plushies as cuddle friends. The giant 20-inch Grogu Squishmallow will climb into any child’s heart, helping them to relax before bed. Moreover, it’s a brilliant choice for Star Wars and Mandalorian fanatics.The 5-inch doesn’t look quite as refined as the others, but that’s true for any small plush. In fact, the decreased surface area makes the face look bigger, which makes it cuter, in my opinion. This is definitely the best of the 5-inch plushes. I wouldn’t recommend either the 10-inch or 20-inch plushes. They simply don’t resemble R2-D2 enough, and when you look at them too long, it really sinks in that he is missing his body. Get another 20-inch plush, or get an R2-D2 figurine instead. In Summary The Baby Yoda squishmallow is an excellent example of the bountiful merch this character has received. Translating a character with so many wrinkles is a challenge. Too many wrinkles and they start to look weird and old, not enough, and it doesn’t look like the character anymore. Yet they managed to find the correct balance that even doubled as a way to give the little guy some eyebrows for a playful expression. They even added extra highlights to the eyes to give them that cute, watery look. During a time when tangible entertainment has given way to the blossoming digital age, children and adults alike are pining for something real. The kinds of things that can delight our senses and bring a smile to our face without the need for an internet connection or a smartphone. For those of us who remember what it was like collecting rare Beanie Babies and gathering a small army of cuteness, know how much it meant to show off the collections of our adorable critters. Trading them with like-minded friends was a social event and a favorite past-time.