Would you recommend this helicopter for an eight year old?
1580636
Eight is probably a little young for this helicopter as it does require a good deal of patience to master. Probably 11-12 would be a better age to try.
1580637
Could be difficult to fly for an 8 year old if this is his first helicopter. As Colette stated it really depends upon the child. The is more difficult to fly than some of the toy grade helicopters. I would check out http://www.rchelicopterfun.com/helicopter-for-kids.html or the Syma S107 for an 8 year old
313917
Hi,My kids love it but they are 11 and 8. I use it too.It may be a little difficult for a five year old and may frustrate them. I would wait. Try the ez glider. I have that too and is super easy and fun.
1217919
This is one of the more complicated helicopters to fly due to the dual rotors. It adds a level of difficulty to problem solving and control set-up. With that said probably 10 and older, but I would refer to package recommendations.
824675
Most 8 year olds who have been using video games will be able to figure out the controls. I would expect a lot of banging into walls in a small space though, which can be bad. Depends on the space you have for flying, will the child follow instructions about trying to not crash (some kids think big crashes are the fun part, and they will have a dead toy in a couple of hours).
383561
It is good for a nine year old. My son was eight when he got his. Don't expect too much out of it, and you'll both be happy.
2211197
We bought this for our four year old and he loves it. I think your 8 year old would like since he likes the movie and and especially if he also likes romote control cars. I know my husband and I enjoy playing with it. I notice that the other answers say that he is too old for this but I stand by my answer that he would like it , but then again all children are different and depends on what he is into.
448000
This helicopter is great for young children. It's easy to fly and will hover great and the throttle isn't spring loaded so you can set the speed and hover and it will stay there. Kids love to watch it and even take the controls. I had a 5 year old fly it. Plus it will take some hard hits without breaking.
1975151
I bought this for my 5 year old and she has learned how to control it, although there are of course crashes (which it handles just fine). It has variable maximum speeds, so you can start with a slower maximum speed. I think this would be great for an 8 year old.
1217923
I would say 7 or 8 so that they can use the controls. This is the most stable to fly and easiest helicopter to fly I have ever purchased.
1755068
I'd not recommend it for a 2 years old. The planes have small moving parts. I'd go for LEGO Disney Planes
1380207
I suspect most 10 year olds will do fine. The frustration will be significant with short flight times. You might get longer flight times by upgrading the battery or going to a single rotor system. I suspect older kids (adults) have a higher tolerance because we think it is "cool".
1038375
Yes it's very very user friendly. An 8 year old would have no trouble. battery and charger is included.
2099091
yes, think an 8 year old would enjoy - it has several choices of 'games' to put together - think it's also, advertised as 8 and upour granddaughter was 9 and loved it - actually think it was one of most enjoyed presents. Go for it!
507840
This one may be a little much for a 4 year old. I would go with a syma s107. It's sold on amazon. It's a lot easier to control.
1842628
yes it is suitable for an 8 year old. we played it with my granddaughter. and she is 8 yrs. old. She loved playing it. The more people that play the more fun it is.
1561315
I would not recommend this helicopter. The first one we bought arrived with a broken transmitter, fought with the company for over six months to try and get a replacement. Finally involved the Better Business Bureau and company claimed they couldn't do anything for us since it had been so long, even though I had copies of all the emails I had sent to their customer service account. My son really wanted to play with this helicopter so we purchased a second one thinking that he would then have two helicopters in case one were to stop working. The newest one only lasted about a week and stopped working and the controller wasn't compatible with the older one. DO NOT buy, this helicopter is JUNK. I would not recommend this helicopter. The first one we bought arrived with a broken transmitter, fought with the company for over six months to try and get a replacement. Finally involved the Better Business Bureau and company claimed they couldn't do anything for us since it had been so long, even though I had copies of all the emails I had sent to their customer service account. My son really wanted to play with this helicopter so we purchased a second one thinking that he would then have two helicopters in case one were to stop working. The newest one only lasted about a week and... » Read More I would not recommend this helicopter. The first one we bought arrived with a broken transmitter, fought with the company for over six months to try and get a replacement. Finally involved the Better Business Bureau and company claimed they couldn't do anything for us since it had been so long, even though I had copies of all the emails I had sent to their customer service account. My son really wanted to play with this helicopter so we purchased a second one thinking that he would then have two helicopters in case one were to stop working. The newest one only lasted about a week and stopped working and the controller wasn't compatible with the older one. DO NOT buy, this helicopter is JUNK. « Show Less
841880
Hello Patricia, instructions manual states that it's for older than 14 year old kids, but most little kids, even some toddlers, are able to fly RC helicopters easily. It just takes practice. This particular helicopter flies faster and is stronger. So, adult supervision is suggested as you stated. Hope this helps!