How sturdy and durable is this toy, really? My son really wants this toy, but I am concerned that it will be flimsy. I'd like to know from someone who who has one how sturdy it really is. I've seen similar toys that fall to pieces when you look at them cross-eyed. I'd really like to know that it will stay together. Anyone have one? How sturdy and durable is this toy, really? My son really wants this toy, but I am concerned that it will be flimsy. I'd like to know from someone who who has one how sturdy it really is. ... » Read More How sturdy and durable is this toy, really? My son really wants this toy, but I am concerned that it will be flimsy. I'd like to know from someone who who has one how sturdy it really is. I've seen similar toys that fall to pieces when you look at them cross-eyed. I'd really like to know that it will stay together. Anyone have one? « Show Less
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I beg to differ. I bought two of these as gifts. And I tried it out and it worked fine. It is made of sturdy bendable plastic and magnetic connections. I used it on the living room rug also. But you must have the magnetic connections touching head-on. Which is really easily done. This is an amazingly interesting toy! It is well made and constructed. Buy it!
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My dog outgrew the kong without destroying it, and she's quite a chewer. I took it out of her toy collection (she loves toys) because I was afraid she would swallow it whole. I found another one out in the yard recently that was sort of cracked and dried out from having been out there for a few months but overall they're really sturdy.
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It's well made. If she is too energetic and would rock too hard, that might be a problem. My grandson did that at age 2, he needed to be watched. He still uses it today and I watch him. He's learned to be gentle. I guess all children need watching to see how they will use the toy. I find it great!
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I would say its fine, as there's nothing on it that could come off and pose a choking hazard and its super soft and lightweight. As for whether a 7 month old will be interested in playing with it, that totally depends on the child. My daughter got hers when she was a year old, but I don't think she'd have been interested in it for long at 7 months, but according to some other reviewers others love it at that age. Honestly, my daughter loved hers at first, then quickly lost interest (I'd say within the month). However, she's now 2 and a half, and has recently rediscovered it and is in love with it. I would say its fine, as there's nothing on it that could come off and pose a choking hazard and its super soft and lightweight. As for whether a 7 month old will be interested in playing with it, that totally depends on the child. My daughter got hers when she was a year old, but I don't think she'd have been interested in it for long at 7 months, but according to some other reviewers others love it at that age. Honestly, my daughter loved hers at first, then quickly lost interest (I'd say within the month). However, she's now 2 and a half, and has recently rediscovered it and is in love... » Read More I would say its fine, as there's nothing on it that could come off and pose a choking hazard and its super soft and lightweight. As for whether a 7 month old will be interested in playing with it, that totally depends on the child. My daughter got hers when she was a year old, but I don't think she'd have been interested in it for long at 7 months, but according to some other reviewers others love it at that age. Honestly, my daughter loved hers at first, then quickly lost interest (I'd say within the month). However, she's now 2 and a half, and has recently rediscovered it and is in love with it. « Show Less
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It's pretty sturdy, we loaded it up with lots of stuffed animals, big and small. I don't think it will rip easily. The main thing is we tell the kids not to hang on it or it might pull out of the wall.
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This is pretty sturdy, tough plastic. We have taken ours outside some, but not a lot. As a permanent outside toy, it probably won't last long. But it can hold up to going outside occasionally.
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It's a mass produced toy, it probably isn't made to the highest of standards. If you plan on playing with it much, I'd just accept the fact that it may break down. If it happens within the period where you can return it for free, maybe exchange it for another one. The two I have are fine after several months.
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My two year old has been playing with it for about two months now and so far no rips or tears! He's a pretty rambunctious little guy too, so it has been pretty roughly handled. We keep it in a closet until were ready to play with it so it definitely doesn't get used every day. Hope this helps.
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My son is 4 and it's fine for him. They're plastic/rubber-y figures with no little parts to come off so younger kids should be fine, too. And older ones that like to play with figures and use their imaginations should be fine, too. Happy shopping!
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My son is 3 years old and has played with it every day since Christmas day. He thinks he is a chef. I had bought pots, fake foods, plates and utensils for him to get the full use out of the kitchen. He seems to like it enough to play with it. He is tall and I thought this would be an issue but it's pretty perfect for him, no complaints at all. Good luck.
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If your child is not destructive it will last them. I got this for my 7yr old she loved it at first. Better for younger children. She lost interest fast.
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It is great before it breaks. I gave to my son for Xmas last year. He played with it for about an hour, dropped it and it broke in to 2 pieces. I think it should be able to withstand dropping a few times before breaking. When it dropped it wasn't in the "ball" position, it was extended. Hope this helps.
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it seems pretty durable. its one whole piece, not two different pieces put together like some of the others. i'm not sure how the others broke so easily, its definitely not made of cheap plastic or anything. i've had mine for a little over two weeks, still in perfect condition. however, i don't wear it, its hanging on a car rear view mirror. sorry if that wasn't very helpful
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It's hard for me to know how small your son is, since mine has always looked about two years BIGGER than he is lol. But, even if he is on the small side I am sure he would still absolutely love it and it's something I think most 4 year olds can handle! Plus, it is something he can use for years to come and it poses no real safety risk, which was important to me. It's so low to the ground you don't have to worry about falling and moves at a easy pace. He may need a bit of help to simply "start rolling" until he gets a bit bigger, but it's easy to keep going once you get started. I hope I could be of some help!
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It's probably good and durable if you can get her interested in it. Mine are still a bit reluctant, unless I play with them with this toy. But great for bouncing it around and have them bring it back to you or wrestle over it!
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Hi Grace! So far I am quite pleased with the durability of this item. My son is 16 months old and bangs around on it all the time. Sometimes he brings it to me in the kitchen to turn it on and drops it on the tile with no problems. He got it for his 1st birthday and it has done well so far.
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I bought it for a friend of mine. Her son's 1st birthday. She said it's his favorite and sturdy. He started to walk at 13m old. With that said, I've seen a multitude of parents blaming a toy for being inept, when in fact their child just couldn't walk well, which wobbly walking is normal. My son used something similar, but started walking about 9 months old. Long story short....depends on the child and how willing the parents are to not place blame.