A set of five round dome switches in purple, yellow, red, green, and blue, each on a black base with a cable.

Gumball Switches

by Enabling Devices

$62.95, 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 switch itself is simple hardware, but it only helps once it is connected to something and placed where the person can press it reliably. Choosing the position, the cover, and the device it controls is where an OT, SLP, or ATP makes a real difference. A family could figure it out alone, so a professional is recommended rather than required.

What it is

Summary

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

The Gumball Switch is a pressure switch with a 2½-inch round activation surface. Someone presses it to operate a connected toy or device, and it gives a clear click you can both feel and hear. It suits a person who can reliably hit a smaller target than the very large switches offer. Two plastic covers come in the box, one with a raised lip and one without, so you can choose the feel that works best. The base comes off and has three holes for mounting. This is only the switch. It does nothing until you plug it into a switch-adapted toy, a switch interface, or another compatible device.

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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How to fund this

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Details

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Type
Addresses
Platform
Age range
Complexity
Professional guidance helps
Price
$62.95
Funding
  • AT Act lending
  • Medicaid waiver
  • Out of pocket
  • School district
  • Vocational rehab

What setup looks like

  • Out of the box
    Choose the plastic cover, with the lip or without, and fit it on the switch.
  • With a guide
    1. Plug the switch into a compatible toy or device, then press it to confirm the device responds.
    2. If you want it fixed in place, screw the removable base to a surface or mount using its three holes (about 15-30 minutes).
  • With professional help
    1. An OT, SLP, or ATP can help decide whether this switch size and cover suit the person, and where to place it so it's easy and reliable to press (one session, often an hour or so).
    2. A professional can also set up the connection to a communication device or computer and build a plan for training.

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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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