The Top 5 Pranks for Adults

Who's up for a good old-fashioned prank? Some will say pranks are for children, but as the saying goes - you don't stop playing when you get old; you get old when you stop playing. So live a little, laugh a little, and prank a little. Or prank a lot. Whatever floats your boat. Though you can devise funny and complex pranks without purchasing any props or pre-made pranks, there are many available that make for super fun pranks. We looked far and wide for pranks you can buy that are easy to execute and result in shocks, scares, and laughter galore. Minimum effort, maximum results. From fake toilet paper that you can't tear to fake pregnancy tests that always come up positive, we found some of the best pranks out there for you to play on unsuspecting people in your life. Read on for our reviews of the Top 5 Pranks for Adults.

No-Tear Prank Toilet Paper

Toilet Humor

Your victim won't be able to rip this toilet paper, which will have you cackling with laughter.
Best Overall

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Our pick for best prank for adults is this crack-up from Laughing Smith. It looks like a normal roll of toilet paper. It feels like a normal roll of toilet paper. Except for one thing – it doesn’t tear. This is how the prank plays out. You put this roll of toilet paper on the dispenser where you normally keep your toilet paper. Your guest or family member or roommate uses the bathroom, but then they go to wipe. And that’s where their struggles and your laughter begin. No matter how hard they try, they won’t be able to rip a piece off of this roll. Their pain is your gain.

Pros

  • Unbreakable
  • Looks and feels like real toilet paper
  • Hilarious

Cons

  • Eventually they’re going to need some real toilet paper

Hidden Cat Prank

Where's the Cat?

This little device will have your victims looking for a cat that isn't there.
Most Vexing

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For a fun prank you can play on just about anyone, check out this one from Fun Delivery. It is a tiny device that emits sounds that mimic a cat meowing. This causes people to think that a cat is stuck somewhere near them. As it continues, it becomes more annoying to your victim. Their aggravation will rise as they look for the cat but are unable to find it. The device is small and thin and has adhesive on the back, so you can stick it anywhere. This is one you can play on your family, friends, neighbors, or co-workers, and have yourself quite a laugh while the hidden cat drives them nuts.

Pros

  • Emits meowing sounds
  • Small and thin
  • Adhesive-backed

Cons

  • May take a lot of time

Fake Pregnancy Test Prank

Start Spreading the News

Fool anyone into believing you're pregnant with this fake pregnancy test.
Most Convincing

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For a prank that no one is likely to forget, take a look at this one from Uenvision. It’s a fake pregnancy test that looks just like a real pregnancy test you would buy at the pharmacy. When you dip the tip in water, it displays a positive test, indicating that you are pregnant. Whether you want to get revenge on your partner or cause a stir at a house party, this is a prank that will certainly fool everyone. It looks just like the leading brands, with professionally designed packaging, two sealed tests, and instructions for a real pregnancy test. Use with caution, as it can cause strong emotions in your victims.

Pros

  • Fake positive pregnancy test
  • Looks like leading brand
  • Easy to use

Cons

  • Might have emotional repercussions

Spider Prank Box

Spider Surprise

A nasty surprise awaits inside this beautiful wooden box.
Most Classic

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This prank from FunFamz is an oldie but a goodie. It’s a wooden box. When someone opens the lid, a big plastic spider jumps out onto their hand. The spider will shock and scare your victim, and they will likely jump back in surprise. The solid pine box has a varnish wood finish that makes it look like a box that contains a really nice gift. So for birthdays, Christmas, or Hanukkah, put some wrapping paper around this and give it as a gift. There actually is plenty of room in the box for a real gift. But before they can get it, they will have the bejeezus scared out of them by the fake spider.

Pros

  • Nice pine box
  • Realistic looking spider
  • Room for an actual gift

Cons

  • Someone might squash the spider

Talking Toilet Paper Spindle Prank

Did You Say Something?

Catch people off guard with this talking toilet paper spindle.
Most Surprising

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For another bathroom prank, consider this one from Talking TP. It is a toilet paper spindle, which is the spinning piece that sticks through the middle of the roll and dispenses it. This is no ordinary toilet paper spindle though. This one talks to you. You record a message, music, or sounds, and when someone pulls toilet paper off of the roll, this spindle will play back whatever you recorded. So record a funny line or a disturbing sound, and give your victim a bathroom experience they’ll never forget. This spindle fits all toilet paper rolls and holders, and it uses special technology to play the recording when someone moves the spindle.

Pros

  • Talking toilet paper spindle
  • Uses special technology to sense movement
  • Fits all toilet paper rolls and spindles

Cons

  • Max recording length is six seconds

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I send the spider box to someone as a gift directly without them knowing what it is?

Yes, you can send it straight to them, and it will look like a regular gift. There are no labels on the box indicating that it is a prank.

Does the toiler paper spindle need to be reset for each person?

Only if you want to change the recording. Otherwise, the same recording will play any time somebody causes the spindle to move.

Do I need to pee on the fake pregnancy test for it to work?

No, any liquid will work to activate the positive test showing. That includes pee, but water works just as well.

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