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Mochi Octopus Slow-Rise Squishy

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A pillowy slow-rising octopus squishy with eight squeezable arms and a face that's impossible not to smile at.

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Colorway: Coral Pink

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Why you’ll love it
  • Slow-rising body delivers that mesmerizing puff-back-to-shape calm with every squeeze
  • Eight chubby arms offer varied textures so fidgety fingers always find something to do
  • Cushiony, pillow-soft feel doubles as a mini stress cushion for your desk
  • Printed sleepy face adds a mood-lifting cuteness that earns a permanent desk spot
  • Silent and mess-free for classrooms, offices, and bedtime wind-downs
  • Lightweight and durable, ready for thousands of squeezes without losing its squish

A little more calm, up close

Some days you just need to squeeze something soft and watch it slowly puff back to life. Enter the Mochi Octopus, a chubby, eight-armed cloud of slow-rising squishy with a sweet, sleepy expression printed right on. Press it flat and the little octopus rises back over a few unhurried seconds, a gentle, repeatable motion that pulls your attention off the stress loop in your head and onto something simple and kind. Each rounded arm gives a slightly different squish, so there's always a new texture to explore when your fingers are looking for something to do. It's cushiony enough to double as a tiny stress pillow on your desk and cute enough to earn a permanent spot there. Decompress after a hard meeting, help a kid wind down before bed, or pass it on as a thoughtful little gift. This octopus brings a soft, low-key calm wherever it lands. No noise, no mess, just slow squishy comfort that's always ready.

Materials

Slow-rising polyurethane (PU) foam with a soft, breathable skin and non-toxic printed detailing. BPA- and phthalate-free.

Care

Spot-clean gently with a barely-damp cloth; do not soak, as foam squishies absorb water. Air dry fully and store away from sharp objects, oils, and direct heat. Keep out of mouths; the foam is not food-safe.

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What people say about the Mochi Octopus

4.6 out of 5
Based on 610 reviews

92% rated it 4★ or higher

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610 reviews

  • Elena B. Seattle, WA
    Verified Buyer

    good, minor niggle

    Really like this slow-rise squishy — it gives my nervous energy somewhere to go. Only thing, there was a faint smell the first day that aired out. Still using it daily.

    Used for Sleep
  • Greg A. Boise, ID
    Verified Buyer

    got it for my wife, kept stealing it

    This was meant to be a stocking-filler for my wife who's been stressed at work. Plan backfired, I keep it on my own desk now. The eight arms give you a surprising amount to mess with and the silent slow-rise means I can fidget through video calls without anyone hearing a thing. Sky Blue, soft and well made. Only nudge against it is the size — it photographs bigger than it is, so when it arrived I did a small double-take. Once you adjust your expectations it's a nice little thing.

    Used for Gift
  • Jack M. Denver, CO
    Verified Buyer

    exactly as described

    Has become part of my wind-down. Silent too, which is the main thing for me.

    Used for Sensory
  • Uma Portland, OR
    Verified Buyer

    hooked

    This little squishy helps quiet my head before bed. Five stars from me.

    Used for Gift
  • Connor K. Nashville, TN
    Verified Buyer

    so soft

    Gave it to my granddaughter and it was a hit. Might order one for myself.

    Used for Gift
  • Nadia H. Minneapolis, MN
    Verified Buyer

    perfect little waiting-room distraction

    Wasn't sure a squishy would do much for my flight nerves but the slow rebound is weirdly hypnotic — you press, it sinks, then it takes its time coming back and somehow that resets my breathing a little. Used it the whole descent into MSP. Tiny enough to live in my jacket pocket.

  • Ethan B. Indianapolis, IN
    Verified Buyer

    love it

    Didn’t think a slow-rise squishy would do much, but it lives on my nightstand now.

    Used for Desk
  • Alina D. Portland, ME
    Verified Buyer

    love it

    Worth it. Lives on my nightstand now.

    Used for Desk
  • Deepa L. Manchester, UK
    Verified Buyer

    lovely little thing

    quiet, calming, perfect for at school. So glad I bought it.

    Used for Sleep
  • Olivia D. Charleston, SC
    Verified Buyer

    Update after 3 months

    Original review was just 'cute, soft, my daughter loves it.' Updating because it's still going strong months later and that surprised me for the price. She's a sensory-seeking kid who needs to squeeze something constantly, and the Coral Pink octopus has survived where two firmer squishies cracked. The matte skin still feels new. The arms are definitely the delicate part so we have a 'gentle hands' rule, but with that it's lasted. Easily our best-value sensory buy this year.

    Used for Sensory
  • Maeve D. Worcester, MA
    Verified Buyer

    great little fidget

    Gave it to my mum and it was a hit. Might order one for myself.

    Used for Sleep
  • pnw_paula Cleveland, OH
    Verified Buyer

    nice but one arm started to thin out

    I like the thing, I do — the texture and the slow puff are lovely and my kid uses it daily. The reason it's a three for me is durability. My son is a squeezer, presses the arms HARD, and after about six weeks one of the thinner tentacle tips developed a little stress line where the skin's wearing. Hasn't torn through yet but you can tell that's where it'll go. If your kid is gentle this is a five. If they're a sensory-seeker who really cranks on it like mine, just go in knowing the arms are the weak point.

    Used for Sensory
  • Felix M. Dallas, TX
    Verified Buyer

    so soft

    Quiet, calming, perfect for at my desk. Worth it.

    Used for Sensory
  • Odette Charlotte, NC
    Verified Buyer

    lovely little thing

    Bought one, already ordered another. It has become part of my wind-down.

    Used for Desk
  • Nico C. Columbia, MO
    Verified Buyer

    buy it

    This little squishy feels amazing in the hand. Five stars from me.

    Used for Sensory
  • Ethan M. Los Angeles, CA
    Verified Buyer

    happy overall

    Really like this squishy — it takes the edge off when I’m wound up. Only thing, mine arrived with a small crease that mostly settled. Still using it daily.

    Used for Desk
  • Sandra P. Tampa, FL
    Verified Buyer

    classroom calm corner hit

    I teach second grade and bought one for our calm corner. The kids fight over it, honestly, which tells you everything. It's silent so it doesn't disrupt the class, and the slow rise is mesmerizing enough to actually settle a kid who's worked up. Lavender. I'm ordering a second so there's less squabbling.

  • Mira Richmond, VA
    Verified Buyer

    calm in the palm

    a few weeks in and it’s still in my pocket daily. Would buy again in a heartbeat.

    Used for Gift
  • Jess T. Manchester, UK
    Verified Buyer

    wasn't expecting to love it this much

    Ordered it half as a joke for my own anxiety after my therapist suggested I keep something tactile nearby. Turns out the little guy is a genuine help on tube journeys when I can feel my chest tightening — pressing the arms and watching them slowly fill back gives me something steady to focus on. Sky Blue, soft as anything, no smell. Smaller than I thought from the pictures but that actually makes it pocketable.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Bram T. Charlotte, NC
    Verified Buyer

    calm in the palm

    This little squishy takes the edge off when I’m wound up. Five stars from me.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Wei L. San Jose, CA
    Verified Buyer

    night shift companion

    I work nights in a lab and the 3am stretch is brutal. Keeping my hands busy with something slow and silent helps me stay present without the click-click of a pen annoying everyone. The octopus is just the right weight, maybe 45g, sits in one hand. Buttercream. After a few months the squish hasn't gone flat, which I half expected.

    Used for Focus
  • Jun B. Reno, NV
    Verified Buyer

    buy it

    Honestly didn’t expect much for the price and it helps quiet my head before bed.

    Used for Desk
  • Ezra San Jose, CA
    Verified Buyer

    not for me

    Disappointed. Mine arrived with a small crease that mostly settled, and for me that’s the whole point of the slow-rise squishy. Yours might be fine, mine wasn’t.

    Used for Gift
  • Elias T. Los Angeles, CA
    Verified Buyer

    really good, one small thing

    Really like this squishy — it genuinely calms me down. Only thing, there was a faint smell the first day that aired out. Still using it daily.

    Used for Sleep
  • Reuben M. Provo, UT
    Verified Buyer

    so worth it

    So soft and the slow rebound is genuinely satisfying. Couldn’t be happier.

    Used for Sensory
  • Beto G. El Paso, TX
    Verified Buyer

    great squish, a bit pricey for the size

    No complaints about how it feels — the foam is soft and the rebound is exactly that slow 4-to-6 second creep that's so satisfying. My only hesitation is value. At 13.99 it's a couple dollars more than the no-name squishies I've bought before, and those were bigger if firmer. This one feels nicer in the hand, I'll give it that, so you're paying for quality not quantity. Coral Pink, good colour match to the listing.

    Used for Desk
  • Kenji E. Madison, WI
    Verified Buyer

    decent for the price

    The squishy is genuinely nice, but the printed face fades a little with handling. It’s fine, just landed in the middle for me.

    Used for Desk
  • Ravi H. Richmond, VA
    Verified Buyer

    buy it

    Gave it to my daughter and it was a hit. Might order one for myself.

    Used for Sleep
  • as a paeds OT, this earns its spot Denver, CO
    Verified Buyer

    good addition to a calm-down kit

    I'm an OT and I keep a basket of regulation tools in my therapy room. This octopus gets reached for a lot — the slow rise gives kids a built-in pacing cue, and the varied arm textures hold attention for children who need more input. It's a supportive tool, not a fix, and I frame it that way with families, but as one piece of a sensory toolkit it does the job. Quiet, light, easy to wipe down between sessions.

    Used for Sensory
  • Olga V. Seattle, WA
    Verified Buyer

    so worth it

    Gave it to a coworker and it was a hit. Might order one for myself.

    Used for Desk
  • Bao V. Minneapolis, MN
    Verified Buyer

    my new favorite

    So soft and the slow rise is genuinely satisfying. Better than I expected.

    Used for Sensory
  • Ella N. Spokane, WA
    Verified Buyer

    my new favorite

    Would buy again in a heartbeat. Lives on my nightstand now.

    Used for Desk
  • Kaitlyn T. Madison, WI
    Verified Buyer

    my new favorite

    In class this is exactly what my hands needed. Would buy again in a heartbeat.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Hannah K. Madison, WI
    Verified Buyer

    the gift that landed

    Sent this to my best friend after her dad's surgery — she's a worrier and I wanted something small and kind, not flowers that die. She texted me a photo of it on her nightstand the same day. The Lavender one is genuinely pretty, and the little face is impossible not to smile at. Wrapped it with a card. Easy win.

    Used for Gift
  • Cyrus S. Austin, TX
    Verified Buyer

    almost perfect

    Really like this slow-rise squishy — it has become part of my wind-down. Only thing, the printed face fades a little with handling. Still using it daily.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Greta E. Worcester, MA
    Verified Buyer

    great little fidget

    Scratches the sensory itch just right. Silent too, which is the main thing for me.

    Used for Sensory
  • Renata V. Albuquerque, NM
    Verified Buyer

    cute but smaller than the photos suggest

    Mixed feelings. The texture is genuinely lovely — pillowy, matte, exactly the slow rebound they describe. Where it lost me is the size. The listing says about 10cm and that's accurate, but the way it's photographed I expected something I could really sink both hands into, and it's closer to the size of a plum. For 14 dollars I think I wanted a bit more squish for the money. My daughter loves it though, so it wasn't a waste, it just wasn't what I had in my head.

    Used for Sensory
  • Lena W. Adelaide, AU
    Verified Buyer

    wanted to love it

    Wanted to love it but the printed face fades a little with handling. The idea is good and it looked great, just didn’t hold up the way I hoped.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Tyler R. Columbus, OH
    Verified Buyer

    soft cloud on my desk

    It's basically a tiny stress pillow with a sleepy face. Squish, watch it breathe back out, repeat. Takes the edge off when my inbox is on fire.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Emma Bristol, UK
    Verified Buyer

    exactly as described

    Worth it. Helps quiet my head before bed.

    Used for Sensory
  • Sina M. Reno, NV
    Verified Buyer

    decent for the price

    The little squishy is genuinely nice, but it’s a bit smaller than I pictured. It’s fine, just landed in the middle for me.

    Used for Gift
  • Alejandro J. Akron, OH
    Verified Buyer

    so worth it

    my restlessness is easier to sit with when this is in my hand.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Carl L. Leeds, UK
    Verified Buyer

    so soft

    bought one, already ordered another. It is so satisfying to squish.

    Used for Sleep
  • Farah Memphis, TN
    Verified Buyer

    great little fidget

    Gave it to my grandson and it was a hit. Might order one for myself.

    Used for Gift
  • Zane M. Minneapolis, MN
    Verified Buyer

    happy overall

    Really like this squishy — it is so satisfying to squish. Only thing, the printed face fades a little with handling. Still using it daily.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Aoife B. Cork, IE
    Verified Buyer

    my autistic teen carries it everywhere

    My son is 14 and autistic, and he's particular about textures — most fidgets get rejected within a day. This one stuck. He likes that it's quiet enough to use in class without anyone clocking it, and the slow-rise gives him something predictable to do with his hands when the room gets loud. We've reordered the Sky Blue because the first is looking well-loved. Worth every cent of the import postage.

    Used for Sensory
  • deskhands_22 Sacramento, CA
    Verified Buyer

    really good, one small thing

    really like this little squishy — it helps quiet my head before bed. Only thing, there was a faint smell the first day that aired out. Still using it daily.

    Used for Gift
  • Dmitri R. Chicago, IL
    Verified Buyer

    good, minor niggle

    Really like this slow-rise squishy — it genuinely calms me down. Only thing, there was a faint smell the first day that aired out. Still using it daily.

    Used for Desk
  • Ebony V. Savannah, GA
    Verified Buyer

    buy it

    got the Sky Blue and it’s even prettier in person. Worth it.

    Used for Desk
  • Noor G. Reno, NV
    Verified Buyer

    great with a tiny caveat

    Really like this little squishy — it lives on my nightstand now. Only thing, mine arrived with a small crease that mostly settled. Still using it daily.

    Used for Gift
  • nightowl_em Eugene, OR
    Verified Buyer

    swapped it for my phone in meetings

    11am standups used to be me doom-scrolling under the table. now i just work the arms one at a time while people talk and i actually retain more. the slow rise gives my brain a little reset between squeezes. lavender, sits next to my keyboard.

    Used for Focus
  • Noah F. Brisbane, AU
    Verified Buyer

    lovely little thing

    Exactly what I hoped for. Has become part of my wind-down.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Greta D. Brooklyn, NY
    Verified Buyer

    really good, one small thing

    Really like this little squishy — it gives my nervous energy somewhere to go. Only thing, it’s a bit smaller than I pictured. Still using it daily.

    Used for Sleep
  • Diego V. Memphis, TN
    Verified Buyer

    buy it

    Quiet, calming, perfect for at my desk. Better than I expected.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Mira R. Columbia, MO
    Verified Buyer

    really good, one small thing

    Really like this squishy — it gives my nervous energy somewhere to go. Only thing, it’s a bit smaller than I pictured. Still using it daily.

    Used for Gift
  • Aisha P. Columbus, OH
    Verified Buyer

    buy it

    exactly what I hoped for. Gives my nervous energy somewhere to go.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Omar J. Minneapolis, MN
    Verified Buyer

    better than expected

    Honestly didn’t expect much for the price and it feels amazing in the hand.

    Used for Gift
  • Aisha A. Edison, NJ
    Verified Buyer

    ocean-themed and actually calming

    I collect anything ocean — coral, jellyfish, you name it — and this little octopus fit right in on my shelf before I realized I'd be squeezing it all day instead of looking at it. The eight arms each squish a bit differently, the chunky ones near the body are firmer and the tips give way fast. Coral Pink looks exactly like the photos. Soft matte skin, no weird plastic smell out of the bag.

    Used for Desk
  • Alejandro A. Atlanta, GA
    Verified Buyer

    lovely, just handle the arms gently

    Genuinely soft and the puff-back motion is oddly satisfying after a rough call. One thing worth knowing: the arm tips are thinner than the body and you can feel they'd give if you really yanked or twisted them. I'm careful with mine and it's held up fine over a couple months, but I wouldn't hand it to a toddler who'd treat it rough. For desk use by an adult it's great. Buttercream colour is more cream than yellow in person.

    Used for Desk
  • Chris S. Richmond, VA
    Verified Buyer

    my new favorite

    a few weeks in and it’s still in my pocket daily. No notes, love it.

    Used for Sleep
  • Dana M. Portland, OR
    Verified Buyer

    the slow puff-back is the whole point

    Bought this for my 8-year-old who melts down at bedtime, and the wind-down routine has gotten so much easier. He presses it flat, we count while it rises back — about four or five seconds — and by the third or fourth go his shoulders have dropped. Got the Sky Blue one. It's smaller than I pictured, more like the size of his palm than mine, but honestly that suits a kid's hands better. Silent, which matters because his sister's room is right next door.

    Used for Sleep
  • Elias G. Wichita, KS
    Verified Buyer

    better than expected

    A few weeks in and it’s still in my pocket daily. Better than I expected.

    Used for Sensory
  • Finn D. Reno, NV
    Verified Buyer

    calm in the palm

    This little little squishy genuinely calms me down. Five stars from me.

    Used for Anxiety
  • Luca R. Calgary, CA
    Verified Buyer

    so soft

    So soft and the slow rebound is genuinely satisfying. No notes, love it.

    Used for Sensory
  • Leah R. Brooklyn, NY
    Verified Buyer

    calm in the palm

    keep one in meetings and another in waiting rooms. So glad I bought it.

    Used for Sensory
  • Saoirse G. Spokane, WA
    Verified Buyer

    love it

    My granddaughter asked me to order them their own. That says it all.

    Used for Gift
  • Emeka P. Ottawa, CA
    Verified Buyer

    great little fidget

    bought one, already ordered another. It helps quiet my head before bed.

    Used for Sensory

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  • Would this work for an autistic adult who needs sensory input?

    Asked by Tessa N. · May 14, 2025

    Honest answer: it helps a lot of people, and we won't pretend it's magic. Having something to squish with your hands can take the edge off restlessness, stress or the urge to fidget, and many of our customers find that genuinely steadying. It is a supportive tool though, not a treatment or a cure. If you're navigating a diagnosis, a professional is the right person to guide that.

    The Calm Toy teamMay 15, 202521

    Helps me more than I expected. mostly it just gives my hands a better job than picking at my nails.

    Finn W. Verified Buyer May 18, 20259

  • Is the Mochi Octopus actually quiet enough to use in a quiet office?

    Asked by Andre K. · Dec 2, 2025

    Completely silent, yes. No clicks, no pops, nothing for anyone to notice. It's one of the toys we specifically recommend for meetings, classrooms and quiet offices.

    The Calm Toy teamDec 3, 202520

  • Does it hold up over time, or does the slow-rising wear out?

    Asked by Luca M. · Mar 30, 2026

    Made from slow-rising polyurethane (pu) foam with a soft, breathable skin and non-toxic printed detailing, it's built for daily handling, and plenty of customers have used theirs every day for well over a year. A quick wipe now and then keeps it at its best.

    The Calm Toy teamApr 1, 202619

  • How big is it really? It's hard to judge the scale from photos.

    Asked by Pia S. · May 19, 2025

    It's about Approx. 10 cm wide. It sits comfortably in an adult palm and tucks into a bag or pocket easily. The full dimensions are in the details table on this page.

    The Calm Toy teamMay 20, 202530

  • Can I clean it if it gets grubby?

    Asked by Imani · Mar 15, 2025

    Spot-clean gently with a barely-damp cloth; do not soak, as foam squishies absorb water. Nothing fussy, and it freshens right up.

    The Calm Toy teamMar 18, 202525

  • How fast is shipping?

    Asked by Aisha M. · Apr 28, 2025

    We dispatch within 1 to 2 business days with tracking, and US orders over $35 ship free. You'll get a tracking email the moment it's on the way.

    The Calm Toy teamApr 30, 202524

  • Would this make a good gift?

    Asked by Caleb W. · Apr 30, 2026

    It's one of our most-gifted toys. If you're not certain they'll bond with this exact one, the Calm Starter Bundle lets them find their own favourite, and everything arrives ready to give.

    The Calm Toy teamMay 2, 20262

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Questions about this toy

Is the Mochi Octopus Slow-Rise Squishy quiet?

Yes, it’s completely silent, so you can use it in meetings, classrooms and quiet offices without disturbing anyone. Pillow-soft slow-rise comfort and a desk-side mood lift.

What is the Mochi Octopus Slow-Rise Squishy made of?

Slow-rising polyurethane (PU) foam with a soft, breathable skin and non-toxic printed detailing. BPA- and phthalate-free.

How do I clean and care for it?

Spot-clean gently with a barely-damp cloth; do not soak, as foam squishies absorb water. Air dry fully and store away from sharp objects, oils, and direct heat. Keep out of mouths; the foam is not food-safe.

Who is the Mochi Octopus Slow-Rise Squishy best for?

It’s a great fit for anxiety relief, sensory needs, sleep wind-down, desk toy, gift. In short: pillow-soft slow-rise comfort and a desk-side mood lift. Age guidance: 6+.

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