Let me tell you about these adorable pink mini basketballs from Botabee. First off, the color is PERFECT for little girls who love all things pink (my niece squealed when she saw them!). The 6-inch size is ideal for tiny hands - my 3-year-old nephew can actually grip and shoot them properly, unlike regular basketballs.

The quality surprised me - they're way more durable than the orange ones that came with our Little Tikes hoop. After weeks of outdoor play on concrete, they haven't popped or lost air like the originals did. That PVC material really holds up!

BUT here's the big catch nobody tells you: they arrive completely deflated! I had to make an emergency run to borrow a pump from my neighbor (awkward!). Once inflated though, they work perfectly in toddler hoops - nice bounce and easy scoring.

Major downside? That pretty pink shows EVERY speck of dirt. After one afternoon in the backyard, they looked like they'd been through a mud wrestling match. A darker color option would be smart.

Final verdict? Great replacement balls if you don't mind pumping them up and frequent cleaning. Just know you're paying extra for that pink premium!