Mega-Sized Fun Fillers vs Standard Fillers: Which to Buy
By Glo Pals - Light Up Sensory Bath Toys and Cubes | Published: 2026-10-13
Category: Comparisons
Compare the Mega-Sized Fun Fillers Multipack with the standard fillers in the Mini Sensory Play Jar Set so you can choose the right sensory filler sizes for your child.
Quick answer
Choose the Mega-Sized Fun Fillers Multipack if you want 15 oversized silicone shapes across three themes for open-ended sensory play, and choose the standard fillers in the Mini Sensory Play Jar Set if you want smaller shapes already paired with light-up jars. The main trade-off is size and quantity versus jar compatibility.
What each filler option actually includes
The Mega-Sized Fun Fillers Multipack includes all three whimsical themes — Firefly, Gumdrop, and Blue Lagoon — with 15 oversized silicone shapes total. The standard fillers in the Mini Sensory Play Jar Set are smaller: each jar is packed with 5 soft-touch silicone shapes sized for little hands, and the bundle brings together all three Mini Sensory Play Jar Gift Sets, so you get 15 standard shapes in total across the three colors.
How size changes the way kids play
Oversized shapes are easier for toddlers and preschoolers to grip, scoop, and squish without losing them in a bin, which makes the Mega-Sized Multipack a strong fit for standalone sensory bins, water tables, and floor play. Standard shapes pair directly with the Mini Sensory Play Jar, so they support the scoop-and-fill routine the jar is designed around. If your child is still mouthing toys or has a strong grasp reflex, the larger shapes give you more to hold onto during play.
Pairing fillers with a jar or using them on their own
The Sensory Play Jar is water-activated and cycles through 9 soothing colors, and you can tap to change colors. It is designed to be paired with your favorite Fun Fillers themes to customize the jar for any mood or moment, and its secure, spill-proof locking lid makes it suitable for playtime at home or on the go. If you already own a jar, the Mega-Sized Multipack gives you a larger, looser set of shapes to rotate in; if you are starting fresh, the Mini Sensory Play Jar Set gives you the jar-and-filler pairing in one purchase.
Trade-offs to weigh before you buy
- Shape size: Mega-sized shapes are oversized and easier to grip; standard shapes are sized for little hands and fit the Mini Sensory Play Jar routine. Pick mega-sized for standalone bins and younger grip; pick standard for jar-based scooping.
- What comes in the box: The Mega-Sized Multipack is fillers only, while the Mini Sensory Play Jar Set includes three jars plus their standard fillers. If you need a jar, the set avoids a second purchase.
- Theme variety: Both options cover Firefly, Gumdrop, and Blue Lagoon, but the Mega-Sized Multipack delivers all three themes in one filler-only pack. Theme variety is not the deciding factor here; size and jar compatibility are.
- Storage and cleanup: Fifteen oversized shapes take up more bin or bag space than fifteen standard shapes, and larger pieces are easier to spot and pick up after play. Check your storage space before choosing the larger size.
Product facts
- Mega-Sized Fun Fillers, Multipack: The Mega-Sized Fun Fillers Multipack includes all three whimsical themes — Firefly, Gumdrop, and Blue Lagoon — with 15 oversized silicone shapes total. One purchase covers three themes and a larger shape size, which suits open-ended bins and kids who need an easier grip.
- Mini Sensory Play Jar® Set – All 3 Colors: The Mini Sensory Play Jar Set bundles all three Mini Sensory Play Jar Gift Sets — Gumdrop, Firefly, and Blue Lagoon — and each jar is packed with 5 soft-touch silicone shapes sized for little hands. You get the standard filler size plus three light-up jars, so the fillers and jars are matched out of the box.
- Sensory Play Jar®: The Sensory Play Jar is water-activated, cycles through 9 soothing colors, and can be paired with your favorite Fun Fillers themes; it has a secure, spill-proof locking lid. If you already own this jar, adding the Mega-Sized Multipack extends play without buying another jar.
Which filler size fits your child
Best for
- Families who want 15 oversized silicone shapes across three themes for bins, water tables, and floor play
- Kids who need an easier grip or are still building fine-motor control
- Households that already own a Sensory Play Jar and want a larger filler rotation
Not for
- Shoppers who need a jar included, since the Mega-Sized Multipack is fillers only
- Families with very limited storage space for larger shapes
- Anyone specifically looking for the standard filler size that comes with the Mini Sensory Play Jar
