A tactile switch with a multicolor woven ball on top of a yellow and blue base with round colored buttons.

Textured Orbit Ball Switch

by Enabling Devices

$149.95, see price history

Last seen at this price on June 26, 2026. We haven’t been able to check it since, so confirm it with the vendor.

Professional guidance helps The ball works as soon as you add batteries, but getting real benefit depends on matching it to the person. Placement, which sensory features to use, and whether to use it as a switch for cause-and-effect or reaching practice all go better with guidance from a therapist or AT professional.

What it is

Summary

AI-generated from vendor-published content · October 1, 2026

The Textured Orbit Ball Switch is a bumpy, colorful ball that responds when touched with glowing rainbow lights, music, and a gentle vibration. It's meant to draw a child into touching and exploring it, and it also works as a plain switch for activating other devices. A hidden control on the bottom lets you turn the light, sound, and vibration on or off in any combination, so you can keep the sensory feedback simple or dial it down. It runs on 2 AA batteries, and the music may differ from what's shown. Because it's both a sensory toy and a switch, the best way to use it depends on the person's reach, touch response, and goals.

Getting it

Try before you buy

Devices like this are often available to borrow through your state's AT Act program — typically free or low-cost — so you can try it before buying or pursuing funding.

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Where to get it

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$149.95

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How to fund this

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Professional guidance helps
Price
$149.95
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Put in 2 AA batteries, then touch the ball to see the lights, music, and vibration respond.
  • With a guide
    1. Find the hidden control on the bottom and try turning the lights, music, and vibration on and off one at a time to find a comfortable level of feedback.
    2. If you want to use it as a switch for another device, you'll need a compatible adapter or interface. Allow about 20-30 minutes to try positions and settings. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
  • With professional help
    An OT, SLP, or ATP can help choose where to place the ball, which sensory features to use, and how to build it into reaching or switch-activation goals. A first session often takes 30-60 minutes.

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Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from Enabling Devices — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked June 26, 2026.

Classification & description AI-generated from vendor-published content on October 1, 2026 · confidence: high. Vendor specs may lag; verify before relying on details in a clinical or funding artifact.

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