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Rating 2.8 out of 5 stars with 167 reviews

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    Rating 3.1 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 2.9 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 3.3 out of 5 stars

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46%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers value the ease of use and the size of the Toy RC Hobby Lite 1:10-scale Truck. However, customers have expressed concerns about the battery life, quality, remote control functionality, wheels, and unusual sounds. Many have reported issues with the battery not holding a charge and the controller being of poor quality.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life, Speed

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Battery not good

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Car is awesome looking, but the battery sucks. After initial charge for 4 hours the car only ran for about twenty minutes and most of the time it was slow to start moving. Granddaughter very upset she couldn't play with it longer.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MS Customer Service
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      Hi, thank you for sharing your feedback with us. It sounds like it may have had a faulty battery, I know just how frustrating that can be. If you can please reach out to me directly at [email protected], i'd be more than happy to make this right for you and your granddaughter. Happy holidays!

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Too heavy to run

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Overall the remote control car looks awesome. Only issue I had with it was that it wouldn't run. It would click and wouldn't move forward. I believe it was malfunction or the car itself was too heavy to take off. If it weren't for that issue it would be one sick toy for my roommates son.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Quality, Remote control

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Remote doesn't work as the wires were snapped

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this for my son. Really disappointed with the quality of the product. The remote did not turn on. Came to know the battery wires are snapped. Who can help with this? Can I get a replacement.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Does not hold a charge.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My 6 year old son was excited to open this on Christmas. Before first time used we follow the instruction and charge the batteries for 4 hours. So we asked Alexa to set a timer for a 4 hour reminder. After the battery charge for more than 4 hour. I reminded my son and out we go to play. I noticed a delay for the vehicle to start moving forward or backward and after less than 5 min. RC Car stop working. SO I charged the batteries again. I when to make sure the electrical outlet was good and charge again. No luck still does not hold a charge.I would not recommend this product. Now I just hope I am able to return this item. We threw away the original package.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MS Customer Service
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      Hi, I’m so sorry to hear about your experience! It sounds like the truck you received may have a faulty motor. Please email me directly at [email protected] so I can make this right for you! Happy holidays!

  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Great for the kids

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Battery drains out quick and to plug in charger we have to unscrew the back.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    The battery doesn't last long. Not worth it

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I picked this up when it was on sale and I am glad I did. I got this for my little brother and I was hoping he could learn how to drive it. When I took it out I charged the battery for a while and put it in. The controller is pretty cheap but it works and the bottom of the car is pretty sturdy. The only thing that sucks about this toy is the battery. I can get 2 minutes max from driving it around. My little brother doesn't know how to use the controller to drive it. But he loves pushing it and playing with it like it is a regular toy car. If you're looking for an RC car to play with or getting as a gift. I do not recommend this.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Disappointing

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    We were so excited for our little son when we found this at our local BestBuy. After pep-talking him through the 4 hour battery charging time we could finally take the truck outside the next day. Just to get hugely disappointed! The truck worked okay for about 5 minutes, then started making funny clicking sounds and wouldn‘t move. We only had hin driving it on concrete, not even the ‚terrain‘ it promised it could How do I explain this to an excited little kid?! We have to go home and recharge the battery every 5 minutes? Not happening. Huge, huge disappointment. We‘ll see, if we can return it. Just bought it yesterday.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MS Customer Service
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      Hello Artsy...I am very to hear about your issue. I definitely sounds like a product issue. At Sharper Image we want to ensure a fun and fulfilled experience! Please reach out to me at [email protected] and I will work with you to make sure we take care of your issue and make you and your son happy. Looking forward to hearing from you. - Danny

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Doesn't Work

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was in Best Buy and saw this on clearance and thought it would be something fun for my two little boys to have during these turbulent times while we're stuck at home. I charged the battery for 4 hours, put the 9V in the controller, paired it. But nothing. It might drive straight for 15 feet, but good luck getting it to turn. And when you try to drive it in reverse, it just stutters and makes a clicking noise. My guess is the 2.4 Ghz frequency used for the connection between the controller and the car, but it ultimately doesn't matter. It just doesn't work other than MAYBE a short 10 foot drive in a straight line.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Remote control

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Disappointed

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The remote was missing and the item was returned!!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life, Quality

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Breaks to easy.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    NOT worth the money or time. Battery doesnt last. And with minimal usage it breaks. Even if they exchange it still same issue.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Very low battery capacity

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought it for my nephew, charged the battery for 8 hours before first use. Hardly lasted few mins before I had to recharge. Unsure what to do to get a new battery.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    The Sharper Image RC Truck needs a good battery.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Sharper Image RC Truck needs a good battery. It takes 4 hours to charge and lasts maybe 5 minutes. BestBuy took care of me without any trouble.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life, Remote control

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Pick something different

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Our battery pack didn’t hold a charge and we had a lot of trouble pairing the remote to the car.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Grandson Birthday Gift

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This truck is sturdy and big like my grandson like it (I think). His mom put it together and now teaching him how to control it. I purchased it for his up-coming birthday. He loves trucks. Although he'll be 2 years old he can't stop saying "Truck gammy". HaHa. We were leaving his house and his dad said leave the truck Junnie until we get back. As soon as his dad picked him up to leave he started crying. I love the fact he will not hurt himself "pushing" it around. No sharp edges that I noticed and no small parts he can get his hands on. He will get a lot of years out of this truck. Thank you BEST BUY.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    not bad

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    battery last less then 10 min. and can't find where to buy another. 10 min. is almost pointless plus it takes 2 hours or more to charge...

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Something wrong at front wheels.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    When driving backwards it makes a noise and clicking sound at front wheels and slow.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MS Customer Service
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      Hey John, thanks so much for leaving your feedback here. I’m so sorry to hear about your experience. Sounds like the truck you received may have a faulty motor. If you can please email me directly at [email protected] id be happy to make this right for you!

  • Cons mentioned:
    Quality

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Cheaply made

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Looks cool and than u touch it and it's just so flimsy.m. not a fan but a kid would love it for sure

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
    Cons mentioned:
    Speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Nice!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son has a blast with it, I’d recommend this for younger children cause it’s its not overly fast and easier to control

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    poor quality

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    great design, but poor battery and 'engine' quality

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life, Quality

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Works very bad

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worst present ever, worst quality, never buy that, poor battery

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from MS Customer Service
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      Hi, I’m so sorry to hear about your experience. It sounds like you may have received a set with a faulty battery. Please reach out to me directly at [email protected] so that I can help make this right for you!

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