Robotic Toys

Every young boy since the 1950’s has dreamed of owning his own robot. From the pages of science fiction comic books to the toy store shelves of today, robotic toys have gone from mere imagination to stunning reality in a fairly short time frame. Today, kids can play with robotic dinosaurs that respond to a whole host of commands, as well as familiar children’s show characters that react to your child’s touch. To say that robotic toys have no real ceiling is an understatement. The future of robotic toys is limitless. They can teach, play, interact and even befriend your child and that’s just the beginning of what might be possible soon. Here are just a few of the top robotic toys available right now in stores everywhere.

Top 10 Robotic Toys

#1.  Pleo Robotic Dinosaur: The Pleo Robotic Dinosaur is a toy that you simply have to see to believe. No toy in history has had the ability to interact with your child quite like Pleo. Pleo sports over 40 different sensors spread out all over his body for a level of interaction that will leave you laughing with glee. Pleo is one of the first toys to actually interact with his environment. Watch as he explores the room he is in and displays emotions based on what he finds and does. As Pleo learns and interacts with your child and your family, he will develop a unique personality that separates him from every other Pleo on earth. Your Pleo comes with a rechargeable battery and data ports so you can connect your Pleo to the Internet for updates. No toy in the world offers this much fun; it’s Pleo the Robotic Dinosaur.

#2.  Elmo Live: We all remember the fun and excitement of Tickle Me Elmo, now you can experience the next generation of robotic Elmo toy this holiday season with Elmo Live! Just like Tickle Me Elmo, Elmo Live talks and interacts with your child and provides hours of learning and fun. When you take him out of the box, you will notice that he stays in a sitting position. His upper body contains a wire mesh that allows for him to stay upright. His legs are floppy and can be moved around by your child. Elmo’s activation switch is located in his hand, and once your child finds it, the fun begins! Elmo sings and moves his upper body to the beat as your child happily claps and sings along. No toy on the market today is as beloved as Elmo, now introduce your child to a whole new way of enjoying this beloved Sesame Street character: Elmo Live!

#3.  LEGO Mindstorms NXT: The LEGO Mindstorms NXT is a robot your child will love! If your child has ever expressed an interest in building robots from scratch, than this is the toy they will love. Along with the fun of LEGO, your child can learn all about how robots function, learn and move, all for one low price. The LEGO Mindstorms NXT comes with one NXT brain that acts like the central control for your robot, a short training video that shows you how to bring your amazing LEGO Mindstorms NXT to life, and over 577 pieces so you can build the robot you want! There are five different ways to bring your robot to life, including a roverbot, a scorpion, a humanoid and much more. Ignite a love of robots that will last forever in your child with the LEGO Mindstorms NXT.

#4.  WowWee Robotics RoboPanda: Proof that robots can be cute and cuddly, it’s the WowWee Robotics RoboPanda! The WowWee Robotics RoboPanda can interact with you and your child in several exciting ways. The skin of this amazing robotic toy is touch sensitive so your child will get a different response from the toy depending on how they touch it. The WowWee Robotics RoboPanda knows the difference between a light touch on the head and a stroke on his back and will react accordingly. Amazing! The RoboPanda will play games with your child and tell stories, all of which require interaction and feedback for them to continue. it comes with three unique play modes that will have your child enraptured for hours on end. Robots the world over are in envy of the fun and the amazing cuteness of the WowWee Robotics RoboPanda.

#5.  Kota My Triceratops Dinosaur: The Playskool Kota My Triceratops Dinosaur is one of the most amazing robotic toys in the world. This life sized baby robotic dinosaur is sure to be a hit with your kids this holiday season. Your child will be stunned when Kota comes to life and interacts with your child in ways you only thought possible in science fiction movies. Kota will respond to your child with realistic interactions, such as roars and laughing sounds that will have your child giggling with joy. Kota can move his tail, eyes, horn, head and mouth all independently, depending on the feedback your child gives it. He can play a variety of songs to entertain your child and if your child weighs less than 60lbs, they can even ride Kota! Dino comes with leaf shaped snacks and a full instruction booklet. The Playskool Kota My Triceratops Dinosaur is a once in a lifetime toy your child will love.

#6.  I-SOBOT: Tomy has been one of the leading names in technologically advanced kid’s toys, now you can own their most advanced toy ever, the Tomy I-SOBOT Robot. The Tomy I-SOBOT Robot comes pre programmed with over 200 different words and phrases for almost limitless play possibilities and over 200 pre programmed movements that will have your child entertained for hours. Your child can choose from three different methods of interaction with this amazing toy, including remote control, voice interaction and programmable memory. The Tomy I-SOBOT Robot moves like a real robot would, thanks to 16 finely tuned actuators that allow for real robot motion. This creation even comes with an internal gyro that helps him stay upright. The Tomy I-SOBOT Robot is recommended for kids ages 10 and up and can provide fun for the whole family.

#7.  FurReal Friends Biscuit My Loving Pup: The FurReal Friends Biscuit My Loving Pup is the perfect robotic introduction to having a pet. Before you go out and spend money on a real puppy for your child, get them the Fur Real Friends Biscuit My Loving Pup and see what happens. It will respond to voice commands such as speak, sit and more. Unlike real dogs, the Fur Real Friends Biscuit My Loving Pup comes pre trained to give you his paw and ask for treats such as dog bones, which come included. This wonderful robotic pup will also speak on command and even sit up and speak. You get all of the fun of a real dog without the food and vet bills. The Fur Real Friends Biscuit My Loving Pup is a wonderful addition to any children’s toy collection.

#8.  WowWee Robotics Roboquad: The WowWee Robotics Roboquad is like no other robot you have ever seen before! This amazing looking robotic toy has advanced awareness and can interact with its environment like no other toy in the world. It comes with an advanced light sensor and sound sensor and reacts to both in unique and fun ways. What really sets it apart from other toys is that it has the ability to develop a personality based on how you and your kids interact with it. No two toys are the same, so even if the kid next door gets his own WowWee Robotics Roboquad, it will be a different toy six months from now. The unique movement of this fantastic creation will have your kids rapt for hours on end. It comes with a remote and full instruction booklet.

#9.  D-Rex Interactive Dinosaur: The D-Rex Interactive Dinosaur may be small, but he packs a big punch. One of the smallest robotic dinosaurs on the market, the D-Rex Interactive Dinosaur is sure to be one of the hottest toys this holiday season. More than just a toy, this fantastic dino aims to be a real pet for your child as it has bonding capabilities and “learns” about his owner. It can learn to obey and attack via commands from his owner, but not from anyone else. Combining the best in current robotic technology and software in a tiny but powerful package, your child is sure to love this amazing gift. The D-Rex Interactive Dinosaur will develop his own personality based on how he is treated and your child may very well bond for life with this incredible toy.

#10.  Robosapien v2: The geniuses at WoWWee introduce Robosapien v2! The most advanced robotic technology on the market today, this toy comes at a price families everywhere can afford this holiday season. Robosapien v2 stands a lofty 24 inches and is a second generation robot. The new version is now capable of completely autonomous behavior that your child will love. He reacts to touch, sound and sight in amazing new ways. It can even recognize colors and skin tones! No other robot on the market plays with your child quite like WowWee Robosapien v2!