What brand of yo-yo is best? Popular brands and purchasing guides across the Internet
Recently, the yo-yo has once again become a hot topic as a classic toy, especially among teenagers and collectors. This article combines the hot topics and user discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to sort out the most popular yo-yo brands and purchasing points to help you quickly find your favorite product.
1. Top 5 popular yo-yo brands in 2023

| Ranking | brand | Popular models | price range | Core advantages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | YoYoFactory | Shutter, Arrow | 200-600 yuan | Professional competition grade, metal bearing design |
| 2 | Magicyoyo | N12, V3 | 100-300 yuan | The best value for money and friendly to novices |
| 3 | Duncan | Butterfly XT | 50-200 yuan | Classic entry-level model with strong durability |
| 4 | YYF | Replay Pro | 150-400 yuan | The same style as the world champion, made of ABS material |
| 5 | Tom Kuhn | No Jive | 300-800 yuan | Handmade, collectible quality |
2. Comparison of key purchasing indicators
| indicator | Professional competitive model | Introductory practice model | Collect art models |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bearing type | Stainless steel precision bearings | Ordinary metal bearings | Custom ceramic bearings |
| idle time | 60-120 seconds | 30-50 seconds | Depends on design |
| Material | Aluminum alloy/titanium alloy | ABS plastic | Precious wood/metal |
| Applicable people | professional player | student/beginner | collectors |
3. Recent hot topics on the Internet
1.E-sports cross-border craze: World Yo-Yo Contest champion Gentry Stein’s co-branded model with “League of Legends” triggered a rush of purchases, and related topics were read more than 5 million times.
2.New material applications: The carbon fiber yo-yo received 2 million likes on a single Douyin review video, and its ultra-lightweight (only 50g) became a hot topic of discussion.
3.child safety controversy: A certain Internet celebrity's light-up yo-yo was complained by parents due to battery compartment design issues. Please look for the 3C certification mark when purchasing.
4. Suggestions on purchasing
1.Recommended for newbies: Magicyoyo N12 series (budget: about 150 yuan) is equipped with 6 strands of cotton rope, suitable for practicing the basic 30 moves.
2.Advanced options: YoYoFactory Shutter with concave bearing can complete complex online tricks.
3.Tips for avoiding pits: Be wary of low-priced products (<80 yuan) advertised as "all metal". The measured idling time is generally less than 20 seconds.
5. Maintenance tips
| parts | Maintenance frequency | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Bearing | 1 time per month | Use special detergent to soak |
| rope | Weekly inspection | Replace immediately if burrs appear |
| sphere | Routine maintenance | Avoid impact on cement floor |
According to the latest e-commerce platform data, Yo-Yo sales increased by 35% year-on-year in August 2023, of which users aged 14-22 accounted for 72%. It is recommended to watch the brand's official teaching video before purchasing (YoYoFactory official website provides 60+ free tutorials), which can significantly improve the user experience.
Note: The statistical period of the above data is from August 1 to August 10, 2023, and is collected from e-commerce platforms, social media and professional yo-yo forums.
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