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As featured in the July 1997 issue of National Geographic, the science of robotics has many applications but none as fun as this electronic wonder. Using the handheld controller, kids of all ages can sharpen their hand-eye coordination skills and command Rapid-fire Robot to walk forward and backward, turn left and right, travel into another room, talk, dance, and launch soft foam disks.
WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.
- For ages 5 and up.
- Six AA batteries, not included.
- 7"W x 11 1/2"H x 5 1/2"D.
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 18 reviews)
44%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fun (9)
- Entertaining (8)
- Interactive (7)
- Durable (5)
- Easy assembly (5)
Cons
- Cheaply made (5)
- Poor design (4)
- Flimsy (3)
Best Uses
- Indoor (7)
- Imaginative play (6)
- Young children (6)
- Group activity (5)
- Family (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Grandparent (12), Education oriented (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes (17)
Most Liked Positive Review
Rapid-Fire fun
I gave this to my grandson of 4 yrs old last year and he still plays with it. He and his 3 yr. old sister have lots of fun shooting the discs around the ...Read complete review
I gave this to my grandson of 4 yrs old last year and he still plays with it. He and his 3 yr. old sister have lots of fun shooting the discs around the room. I also enjoyed seeing a 6 yr. old child play with it as well. Once an arm came off, but I was able to snap it right back on again and he is as good as ever. He dances and walks around on hard floors easily.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Some disappointment
It looks like a great interactive toy, however, after assembling it, it didn't function. Needless to say, I had a very disappointed little boy! On the plus side, I was pleasantly surprised...Read complete review
It looks like a great interactive toy, however, after assembling it, it didn't function. Needless to say, I had a very disappointed little boy! On the plus side, I was pleasantly surprised when I called NATGEO customer service to learn that I didn't need to return the item, and would get another to replace it. THANK YOU!
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Poor performance
Pros
Cons
- Poor Design
Best Uses
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
We purchased this robot for our 5-year old grandson for Christmas. He had asked for a robot and after looking at several this one looked like it was right for him. In addition to having a remote that he could use to control its movements it also offered him the ability to shoot soft rubber discs out of its head. Unfortunately the robot turned out to be a big disappointment. The major problem was that the remote control was so weak that one had to be right top of the activator in the robot's head to get it to do anything. The instructions said that it would work from several feet away...it was more like a few inches. We ended up returning the robot.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Poor Quality
Pros
- Fun
Cons
- Cheaply Made
- Flimsy
Best Uses
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
Bought this for my 3 year old son. Unfortunately, the articulating mechanism for the foot broke after very little use. The disc firing mechanism worked well, and was a hit, but overall, very disappointed - I expected better.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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It was a disappointment.
Pros
Cons
- Cheaply Made
- Flimsy
- Poor Design
Best Uses
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
It worked a little for ten minutes and then went out of commission.Send it back and got refund,no problem.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Quality is Wanting
By Cami
from Greeley, CO
About Me Education Oriented, Parent Of Two Or More Children, Stay At Home Parent
Pros
- Entertaining
- Fun
- Interactive
Cons
- Cheaply Made
- Poor Design
Best Uses
- Imaginative Play
- Young Children
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
Sadly the robot didn't live up to the expectations, especially for the cost. The shooting mechanism didn't work at all. The foot broke within two weeks with normal wear and tear playing. So sad for my 5 year old who has been trying to enjoy this toy and getting frustrated at it's lack of working correctly.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Disappointed
Pros
- Looks Impressive
Cons
- Cheaply Made
- Christmas Disappointment
- Did not work
- Poor Design
Best Uses
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
Unable to contact manufacturer for repair or replacement. Problem with remote control.Baba NGS staff was very helpful!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Did not work!!
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
Very disappointing for a 4 year old on Christmas Day to find out it didn't work. I am returning it.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
definitely would recommend this product
Pros
- Durable
- Entertaining
- Fun
- Interactive
- Realistic
Cons
- NO CONS
Best Uses
- Creative Development
- Fun For Both Sexes
- Gd For 5 Yr Olds
- Imaginative Play
- Indoor
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
Grandparent of 5 yr old twins, boy and girl. They love it. Delivery was timely and in good condition. Good quality and uses imagination of the child in many ways.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
Fantastic Robot
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Assembly
- Entertaining
- Fun
- Great Value
- Interactive
- Realistic
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Time
- Group Activity
- Imaginative Play
- Indoor
- Young Children
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
Reviews caused me to buy one and check it out. Once I got the first one I
immediately ordered a second one. Gave them to my grandchildren as
birthday presents. They loved them and played with them all day. HIghly
recommend for small children. They especially loved the shooting discs.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
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(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)
The biggest hit of all the gifts!
Pros
- Durable
- Easy Assembly
- Entertaining
- Fun
- Great Value
- Interactive
Cons
Best Uses
- Creative Development
- Family Time
- Group Activity
- Imaginative Play
- Indoor
- Young Children
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
This was the biggest hit between all or grandsons,ages 2,5 & 8! I wish I had bought 3 of them instead of just one!!! They ABSOLUTELY loved this Robot!!! I was VERY impressed with the quality and durability! Thanks NG!!!! I trust you to carry & sell only quality products!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)
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(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
This worked great and my 7 year old gran
Pros
- Easy Assembly
- Entertaining
- Fun
- Great Value
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Time
- Group Activity
- Indoor
Comments about Rapid-fire Robot:
Fun in a group.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
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