A round red switch with a domed top on a black base, with a cable extending from the side.

Buddy Button IC

by AbleNet

$75.00, see price history

Price is what the vendor listed when last checked. Confirm it with the vendor before buying.

Professional guidance helps The switch itself is simple, but it only helps once it is plugged into the right device and placed where the person can press it reliably. Therapist or ATP input on positioning, switch choice, and the device it controls can make a big difference in results. That is why professional help is recommended rather than required.

What it is

Summary

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

The Buddy Button IC is a single switch with a 2.5-inch (6.4 cm) round surface that reacts to even a very light touch. It comes with interchangeable caps in five colors, so you can match a color preference or swap the look for different settings. The tactile feel and sensory feedback make it a good fit for someone who needs one easy, dependable way to activate a device, such as an AAC device or a switch-adapted toy. This is the switch only, so it does nothing until it is connected to something that accepts a switch.

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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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Professional guidance helps
Price
$75.00
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Choose a cap color and snap it onto the switch.
  • With a guide
    1. Plug the switch into a device that accepts a switch, such as an AAC device or switch-adapted toy. Some devices need a switch interface in between.
    2. Test the switch with the device, then adjust where it sits so the person can reach and press it easily. Plan on about 30 minutes. See manufacturer support resources for detailed instructions.
  • With professional help
    An OT, SLP, or ATP can help pick the best switch position, check that the person can press it reliably, and set up the device it controls. A first session usually takes 30 to 60 minutes.

View official support docs → (opens in a new tab)

Sources & fine print

Vendor facts (name, price, platforms, vendor link) sourced from AbleNet — view on vendor site (opens in a new tab); last checked October 31, 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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