Hatchimals

• ‘It’s inflated’: Calgary mother upset with Fingerlings’ price gouging online

  On Amazon and Kijiji, resellers are offering them for at least $40 with some prices in the $60-$80 range.

  Consumer

  Nov 30, 2017
  
• Spin Master now faces a proposed class-action lawsuit over Hatchimals that wouldn’t hatch

  The proposed lawsuit claims the Toronto-based company tricked consumers in a "bait-and-switch" marketing scheme by hyping-up the toy, causing a buying frenzy.

  Canada

  Jan 24, 2017
  
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• Do Hatchimals swear? Parents allege toy swears, makes ‘sexual’ noises

  Some parents may have a watchful ear over their child's Hatchimal toy after several YouTube videos surfaced supposedly showing the interactive toy blurting out swear words.

  World

  Dec 29, 2016
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• Hatchimal won’t hatch? 2016’s most coveted toy is causing customer service woes for parents

  Several children have been left disappointed after their Hatchimals, arguably the most coveted toy of the holiday season, failed to hatch.

  Canada

  Dec 28, 2016
• Hatchimals craze causes frustration as demand outstrips supply

  The overwhelming popularity of this season's hottest toy, Hatchimals, has taken many by surprise - including its Toronto-based toymaker, Spin Master.

  Canada

  Nov 25, 2016
• Edmonton woman told she could face charges over Hatchimal GoFundMe ‘lotto’

  Nicole Upshall received an email from the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission saying that her fundraiser is considered a lottery scheme as per the Criminal Code of Canada.

  Consumer

  Nov 17, 2016
• Hatchimals: 2016’s most coveted toy reselling for thousands of dollars online

  "This is a special season and we don’t want anyone to be disappointed, nor do we support inflated prices from non-authorized resellers."

  Canada

  Nov 15, 2016