My Daughter Spends Hours Playing With the My Life As Dolls—and They Start at $26

Dress them up, make friends, and more pretend play opportunities.

A few years ago, my teen gave her 9-year-old sister a beautiful hand-me-down American Girl doll. While stunning and high-quality, these unique toys can be pricey, so when my daughter requested another one, I searched for a more affordable doll. I eventually found the My Life As dolls, which celebrate diversity and look as realistic as the more expensive alternatives.

These beautiful dolls got the thumbs-up from my daughter: "They're more fun than American Girl." She spends hours dressing her dolls up and creating fun stories for each one, and she can't wait to add several other My Life As dolls to her collection, like Chloe , Sydney , a Hello Kitty baker , and a unique survivor doll , which start at just $26. Plus, shop 10 more realistic dolls, including the more affordable American Girl WellieWishers and boy dolls at Target.

My Life As Chloe Poseable 18-inch Doll

$26

My daughter adores posing and dressing her dolls each day. With the My Life As Chloe Doll, you can move her body into different poses, making her feel more realistic and relatable. “This doll is a nice size with eyes that close when she is laid down,” said one aunt who bought the doll for her niece. While Chloe comes in a trendy skirt with a cute top and jacket, you can purchase an additional plaid skirt and white blouse that doubles as a school uniform.

My Life As Sydney Poseable 18-inch Doll

$26

This My Life As doll is available in three diverse options: Sydney, Vivian, and Raegan. Each doll has a cute hairstyle and outfit, including an adorable matching hat and bag, reflecting a fashionable and fun personality. Kids can brush and style Sydney’s rooted hair without issues and watch her eyes close when she is propped or lying down.

My Life As Leighton Poseable 18-inch Doll

$26

I specifically remember the day my oldest daughter passed down her American Girl doll to her younger sister—thrilled would be an understatement. She loved the brown-eyed, brunette doll because it resembled her, similar to this My Life As Leighton Doll. Leighton sports a fun rainbow dress with matching flats and an adorable unicorn headband.

My Life As Poseable Hello Kitty Baker 18-inch Doll

$28

My daughter loves Hello Kitty and baking, so when I found this Hello Kitty baker doll from her favorite doll line, I immediately added it to my holiday shopping list. This doll has a Hello Kitty apron and baking tools, including two ready-to-eat pretend cupcakes and an oven mitt. Still, you can purchase additional baking accessories for even more fun.

One buyer says, “I love this doll. She has many of the features of the American Girl brand at a fraction of the cost.”

My Life As Elora Poseable 18-inch Doll

$26

This My Life As Doll is ready for imaginative, magical adventures. Elora and Shayleigh feature the same fairy-themed outfit with wings, pink flats, and fun star makeup. If you want to switch up their look, check out this ballerina outfit that can double as a second fairy style.

My Life As Estella Poseable 18-inch Doll

$26

If you have a little one in dance, meet Estella, Gracelynn, and Harmony. The My Life As doll looks like she just left ballet practice or a recital, sporting a sequin leotard, tutu, leg warmers, and, of course, ballet flats. “My daughter is over the moon with this doll! She loves the outfit and how inclusive it is—excellent quality, too!” gushed one parent.

My Life As 9-Piece 18-inch Survivor Doll

$30

The My Life As Survivor Doll represents strength and resilience and inspires children with her story of overcoming challenges. One shopper says, “I love this doll. Not only for her beauty but for the cause.” She comes with accessories that highlight her journey, but you can also add accessories to her collection.

My Life As Poseable Hello Kitty 18-inch Doll, 50th Anniversary Edition

$35

If your little one loves Hello Kitty, they’ll likely enjoy playing with this Hello Kitty-inspired doll. She’s a special version, too—marking the 50th anniversary of the line. She has pretty curls and brown eyes and is poseable, meaning kids can move her arms and legs as she celebrates the big anniversary.

My Life As Quinn Poseable 18-inch Doll

$26

The My Life As Quinn Doll has a cheerful appearance, a trendy outfit, and cute pigtails. You can adjust Quinn into various playful and active poses, encouraging hours of creative play. My daughter loves this stylish version, especially with the vanity set , so that Quinn can fix her pigtails in the mirror and take on the world.

My Life As Peyton Poseable 18-inch Doll

$26

I loved playing with dolls as a kid, so seeing my daughter play with her My Life As dolls every day is a true joy. Peyton is one that we’ll be adding to her Christmas list (per her request, of course). With red hair, green eyes, and a sweet sunflower dress, she will quickly become a constant companion. My daughter wants to pair her with the Farm to Table set because it matches her fun sunflowers.

My Life As Hello Kitty Party Planner Poseable 18-inch Doll

$38

With her stylish party accessories and love for planning, this stylish Hello Kitty doll can take any child on a fun adventure. Together, they can host endless tea parties , birthdays, and special occasions. This Hello Kitty My Life As doll has the same features as the other dolls on our list, like brushable hair, poseable arms and legs, and eyes that open and close.

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