How to Spot Fake Kids Prayer Mats – Protecting Your Child’s Islamic Le

When we created the Smart Interactive Kids Prayer Mat, our goal was simple: to inspire a love for Salah in children in a fun, easy, and interactive way. Alhamdulillah, thousands of families around the world now use our prayer mats to teach their children how to pray, step by step, with real recitation, Surahs, Duas, and guidance.

But with success has come a challenge. Counterfeit versions of our prayer mat are being sold online under names like “Educational Prayer Mat – My Salah Sajadah.” These copies may look similar on the surface, but they are not genuine My Salah Mat products. And most importantly, they do not meet the same standards of safety, quality, or Islamic accuracy.

Why Counterfeits Are a Problem

When a parent buys a fake mat, they don’t always realise it’s counterfeit. But here’s the reality:

❌ No Guarantee of Safety – Their mats are not tested to international safety standards. Counterfeits often cut corners.
❌ Poor Quality Audio & Build – Fakes use low-quality materials that wear quickly and frustrate children.
❌ Islamic Errors – Some counterfeits have mistakes in the Arabic, pronunciation, or prayer guidance.
❌ No Barakah in Dishonesty – These products copy our hard work without the dedication or intention behind it.

As parents, we want the best for our children’s Islamic learning — that means products we can trust.

How to Spot the Difference

Here are some clear ways to tell the authentic My Salah Mat from the fakes:

1. Brand Name and Packaging

Genuine: Always sold as My Salah Mat, with our branding and official website links.
Fake: Often use confusing names like “Educational Prayer Mat” or “My Salah Sajadah.”

2. Colours and Designs

Genuine: Available in Blue and Pink, with bright, engaging illustrations designed in-house.
Fake: Often use duller colours, imitation artwork, or only one colour option.

3. Languages

Genuine: Our latest mat supports 10 languages, carefully recorded for clarity.
Fake: Limited languages, often with distorted or unclear audio.

4. Accuracy and Quality

Genuine: Quran recitation from a qualified Qari with Ijazah. Every button, word, and action is checked by Islamic scholars.
Fake: No guarantee of accuracy. Mistakes can confuse children during such an important stage of learning.

5. Where You Buy It

Genuine: Available through our official website mysalahmat.com and trusted partners.
Fake: Commonly appear on reseller sites, often at suspiciously low prices.

How to recognise an Original My Salah Mat Interactive Prayer Mat

When buying a My Salah Mat, it’s important to know you’re getting the original. Every authentic mat includes a unique hologram with a product code, a specially designed booklet (Salah Activity Booklet, Parent’s Guide, and Manual), and supports all 5 daily prayers. Our mats are waterproof, fire resistant, and tested to US, EU, and GCC safety standards.

Every original My Salah Mat comes with a unique hologram sticker. This hologram contains a special code that certifies your mat as an official product, giving you peace of mind that you’ve purchased the genuine My Salah Mat. Always check for the hologram to ensure authenticity.

Protecting Your Child’s Learning

Every parent deserves peace of mind when investing in their child’s Islamic education. Choosing the real My Salah Mat means you’re not only giving your child the correct guidance in Salah, but also supporting a company built on Islamic values, integrity, and community impact.

Counterfeits may seem cheaper, but they come at a greater cost — the quality of your child’s learning and the honesty of what we bring into our homes.

Shop here for original My Salah Mat products.

Watch The Story Behind the Fakes

Our director, Kamal Ali, made a short documentary exposing counterfeit prayer mats and the harm they cause. It’s an eye-opening look at why authenticity matters and how we continue to protect parents and children from poor imitations.