By jake the baseball man from angier,nc on 7/20/2008
Pros:
Durable, Easy to Control, Long Lasting, Multiple Functions, Realistic Movement
Best Uses:
Collecting, Older Children, Teens, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
Collector
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
great product
could use some extras for the money
By haley bug from tampa, fl on 7/10/2008
Describe Yourself:
Just a kid
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
for the money it should have some lights on it. and they could have given some directions in the package.
"One of the coolest items in the mall."
By Nikki the Dancer from Richmond hill, Georgia on 6/8/2008
Pros:
Adorable, Educational, Fun, High quality, Lasting Fun, The best
Best Uses:
Almost anything, As a pet, Home, Outside, Play
Describe Yourself:
Animal lover, Collector
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I love playing with it and building a house for it. It's just amazing how wonderful and cute and educational these robots are.
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By Bug Spray from Clinton, Mississippi on 5/29/2008
Pros:
Easy to assemble, Educational, Great Toy wish i had it w, High quality, Lasting Fun
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Great toy got it for my son wish i had something like that when i was a kid
By cktexas from Austin, TX on 5/3/2008
Pros:
Easy to assemble, Educational, Lasting Fun
Describe Yourself:
Teenager
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
These little robots are really cool. Its fun to build obstacle courses or race them. The problem is that ours don't walk strait. They're still fun though.
the best sound sensory bug ever
By hans from dearborn hts mi on 3/24/2008
Pros:
Easy to assemble, Educational, High quality, Lasting Fun, Perfect robot
Cons:
None, NONE AT ALL GREAT TOY
Best Uses:
Everywere but water, Home, Outside, Parties
Describe Yourself:
13 year old
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
im 13 but i love all robots no mater what kind i love them all
By tyman from rhode island on 3/21/2008
Pros:
Easy to assemble, Educational, Fun and you dont need a c, High quality, Lasting Fun, Ontroller
Best Uses:
Everywhere, Home, Outside, Parties
Describe Yourself:
A cool kid who loves anim, Als, Collector, Education Oriented, Educator, Thrifty
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
fun to play with when your bored or sad
cool toy for dogs but only small dogs unless you want a rex bug!
By Hex Buggy from Nashville, TN on 3/13/2008
Cons:
Turing left gets boring
Describe Yourself:
Teenager
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Fun and enjoyable. Great for younger kids!
Drives dogs crazy.
By Shortie
from Nashville, Tennessee on 3/8/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, Portable
Cons:
Flimsy, Low-battery, Low Quality
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Teens, Time-consumer
Describe Yourself:
Education Oriented
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
i got it for my brother for his birthday, he loved it. But after an hour or so it started to slow down, but if you flip it on it's back the legs move normally. We're still trying to figure out how to fix it. If anyone knows, that will be great! Overall it's a pretty good product, it just needs some tweaking.
By Ladybuggy Dad from NY, NY on 2/29/2008
Pros:
Easy to Use, High Quality, Portable
Describe Yourself:
First Time Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Bought "water bug" one for my 2-year old. Was worried it might scare her, but she loves it! Calls it a ladybuggy!
i would buy this product again and again
By the Hex bug master from princeton,NJ on 2/22/2008
Pros:
High Quality, so cool
Describe Yourself:
Collector
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
things that are great about it you dont have to worry where it is.
53 and I'll never grow up!
By Sierra Frost from Rialto, CA on 2/14/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Cute design, Easy to Use, Portable
Cons:
Flimsy, No Instructions Included, Overpriced
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Older Children, Travel
Describe Yourself:
GEEK, Grandparent, Likes games
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
A little over priced for what it is capable of doing. But I wanted one as soon as I saw it. I love elecctronic stuff. I have the blue one, Charlie. And because of the lack of instructions inside or on the box, I was unaware that clapping or loud noises made it turn (or I should say backup). I had to find that out by looking it up on RadioShack's site. I was wondering what that little cylinder on the back was for. I would of like to have seen a couple of little lights on it myself. Like maybe where the eyes should be. TTFN! :)
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By Mr. Joel from Minneapolis, MN on 2/9/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Portable
Best Uses:
Learning, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
Education Oriented
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
I was very excited about the robot[...] But I got mine home it would react to "Clapping" or "loud noises". My wife thinks that I wasted my money and the cat thinks it's an invader. I'll keep the cute little 'bot for myself!
By trick from orlando fl. on 2/8/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Portable
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Seems to bore after 5 or more minutes at a time.
By jeff j from olathe,ks on 2/8/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, High Quality, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Learning, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
Parent of Two or More Children, Working Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
great conversation piece my kids love it!
Great for adults and kids ! ! ! ! !
By ickna from gzjgxh on 2/5/2008
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I think it is great for Adults and Kids ! ! ! ! !
The only BUG I will ever love !!!!!!
By monicacoqui from Florida on 2/2/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, Fun for Kids, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Learning, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
Collector, Education Oriented, First Time Parent, Working Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This bug keeps my daughter's mind entretained. She loves it and so do I. Not just for kids. I'm actually thinking of buying several more and giving them out as gifts. 2 thumbs up!!!!!
By Galilxg3 from San Gabiel, CA on 1/26/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Young Children
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This toy is awesome! It is very well designed, has sensors, and a clap-response microphone! I would REALLY reccomend this to anybody at any age.
By Mark Plegge from Ohio on 1/25/2008
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Older Children
Describe Yourself:
Education Oriented
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This little bug is so cool. It is fun to play with and you can carry it with you wherever you go!
im 59 and have more fun with hex bug
By cool grandpa from amarillo,TX on 1/20/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable, Easy to Use, Engaging, High Quality, Love taking bug to eat, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Family fun
Describe Yourself:
Grandparent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
we love taking hex bug to restruants to see if we can manuver it arround the table without crashing into thngs. if so it couldnt hurt anything. so " HAPPY BUGGING"
This is THE best product EVER!!!!!!!!!
By Maxout from Syracuse,New York on 1/12/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Different colors, Durable, Easy to Use, Engaging, High Quality, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Older Children, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Collector
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
The greatest thing about HEXBUGS is that they don't just move, they have sensors!!
By Jersey POP POP from Paterson NJ on 1/12/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Portable
Best Uses:
for my enjoyment
Describe Yourself:
Collector, Education Oriented, Grandparent, Parent of Two or More Children
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This little bug was a gift for the grands that never made it to them. I opened mine and played with it so long I forgot to send theirs.
Oh well there is always after Christmas gifts. Going back to increase my bug population.
The one reviewer that wrote it sosn't go in a straight line, get a life and have some fun. What bug do you know goes stright????
Educational Robotics Club Demo
By Botnik from Carrollton, TX on 1/7/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging
Best Uses:
Learning, Middle and High School, Older Children
Describe Yourself:
Parent of Two or More Children, Robotics Mentor
The HexBug demonstrates some basic strategies we teach our robotics students in programming autonomous robots.
By photogirl from miami< fl. on 1/4/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Learning
Describe Yourself:
Collector, Tech Geek
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Cool addition to my robot family...great toy for [$], can't go wrong. it would be even cooler with a some lights on it..
By D.C. from orlando fl on 1/3/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Autonomous, Easy to Use, High Quality, Portable
Cons:
Flimsy, No edge sensors
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Learning, Robot Project, Teens
Describe Yourself:
Guitar Rockstar
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
i think the price is good for a robot with sensors. i saw a bigger robot and it was like [$]. i wish it had harder or thikker shell though. overall i liked it a lot.
By Mac_Lover_1986 from Wooster, OH on 1/1/2008
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, Portable
Describe Yourself:
Collector, Student
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
These HexBug micro-robots are so fun, even my cats like to play with them. Seriously.
By Joe Glow from Slocum, Pa on 12/31/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable, Easy to Use, Engaging, High Quality, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Older Children, Teens
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
It's fun to have bug races. It is just plane fun and cool.
By Teri the critic from Pismo Beach, CA on 12/30/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging
Describe Yourself:
Grandparent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Husband just found this lost present and we are having a ball playing with it! The tweeking of the antena down and tightening the legs seemed to help it walk in a straight line. Wish I would have had some directions. Good fun!
No help when its not working
By Bugged Out from New York, NY on 12/27/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Portable
Cons:
Boring, Flimsy, Low Quality
Best Uses:
cats, Entertainment, Learning
Describe Yourself:
Education Oriented, First Time Parent, GEEK, Working Parent
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
It seemed like it would be good. My cats were interested but got bored when it would get stuck on the edge of rugs or electrical cords. I thought I would bend the antenna down. I did and now it only reverses. It never goes straight ahead and I can't find any help for undoing what I did.
Stocking Stuffer for a 9 yr old boy
By Go BUCKEYES from Columbus, OH on 12/25/2007
Cons:
No instructions or guide
Describe Yourself:
Education Oriented, Working Parent
Impulse buy on black friday. Affordable and interesting design for a stocking stuffer. Just opened it and the left legs didn't work at first. We wiggled them a little and that seemed to do the trick. It has a little curve to its straight line - we will tighten/loosen as recommended by another reviewer. I didn't like that it didn't have any instructions or hints on the packaging. The ON button was pretty easy to find (looks like a tail). We have Bravo (green) - doesn't work well on carpet, but we have hardwood in most of the house and plenty of other surfaces to use.
By Physics teacher and dad of 4 yr old boy from DFW, TX on 12/25/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Portable
Cons:
Boring, Low Quality
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
Education Oriented, Parent of Two or More Children
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Cool idea, needs to walk in a straight line. And really could have used a sensor to keep it from walking off of tables. Only works on flat smooth surfaces and always walks in a circle (both forwards and backwards) A bit of a disapointment, glad I only purchased one of these.
By Big Sis from Arrowhead, CA on 12/22/2007
Pros:
Affordable fun, Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, Portable
Cons:
Broke easily, Flimsy
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Older Children, Teens, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
sister
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
It entertained all the family for hours. Do not use on thick carpet or fabric. It does break easily.
Cool Idead, Cheap Implementation
By SixersFan from Phila, PA on 12/20/2007
Best Uses:
Young Children
Describe Yourself:
First Time Parent
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
The robotic technology is cool. There was some science put in to how it walks and the sound sensor. Mine just walks in a circle since the tolerances to make it work wee are so tight and this is made cheaply.
By Scoobah from Chicaho on 12/20/2007
Describe Yourself:
ROKSTAR
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This is the best of all timez.
Very weak toy. Not very entertaining
By Techno Nerdboy from Baton Rouge, LA on 12/19/2007
Cons:
Boring, Flimsy, Low Quality
Describe Yourself:
Parent of Two or More Children
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Just not a very fun toy. If it were 99 cents then it would be worth it and a great stocking stuffer. But it just walks around and when you make a noise or clap it backs up a few steps and then walks forward again.
By AudioXTC from Northern CA on 12/15/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Portable
Describe Yourself:
Big kid
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
must be used on a perfectly flat surface. Legs are weak and easily broken. It is only 2 inches in size and must be constantly handled to use it. very boring.
I can't get enough of these,
By sm from NH on 12/13/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable, Easy to Use, Engaging, High Quality, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Older Children, Teens, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Education Oriented, Grandparent, Working Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
The turn on switch was hard to find, it's hidden in the back, it's a toggle switch that works side to side. After we got it going we all had fun with the bugs. I bought one for each of my family members.
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By P from Hampstead, MD on 12/8/2007
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
this is the stupidest thing i have ever bought. the bug doest not even go forward.
By linnea from windsor,ct on 12/3/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable, Easy to Use, Engaging, High Quality, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Learning, Older Children, Teens, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
Collector, Student 10th grade
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I won this a first robotics competion called savage soccer in pembroke new hamshire. It is the best thing to play with I have charlie.
By T from Western PA on 11/19/2007
Pros:
Entertains a 6 yr old.
Cons:
Turns left and left
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
Parent of Two or More Children
This does not go in a straight line. It does circles to the left.
By marcus from ft myers, fl on 11/18/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Portable
Best Uses:
cats, Entertainment
Describe Yourself:
Working Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This thing is way cool. My cats love it and it's a great conversation piece. I can't wait till they come out with bugs mounted with microcameras.
Fun at work...stress reliever!
By Scott from Portland, Oregon on 11/14/2007
Cons:
Runs in Circles to much
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Please, fix the circling problem.
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By Soon to be mom of two from Devine, TX on 11/11/2007
Pros:
Durable Design, Easy To Control, Easy To Program, Holds up to a bday party, Inexpensive, Loads Of Fun
Cons:
Brittle for tough boys
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Learning Robotics, Replacement for live pet, Science Project
Describe Yourself:
Gift giver, Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I didn't know what to get a 9 year old boy for his birthday, and saw this and said why not? I felt a little embarrassed comparing Charlie to some of the other extravagant gifts. The child came up to my daughter(5) who feel in love with the "bug" and said, "This is great, a pet that won't get ran over! And mom won't have to feed it either." My daughter's reply was doesn't it take batteries? She also said that I hope he doesn't step on it. A boy who has had so many pets but makes their way out of their fenced yard, had tears that he really didn't have to worry about it getting ran over. It was the only gift that he just had to open before he got home. It not only drew attention from the rest of our party group and was a hit, but other parties that were taken place at the restaurant we were at couldn't help but clap and call Charlie's name to make him turn in circles. I over heard many of them saying they want that for their birthday's or Christmas, and some of the parents saying how cute it was they wouldn't mind having it on their desk's at work. It looks like that I will be buying my daughter the pink one, and the birhtday boy's two brothers each one and his sister one too. Maybe I should invest in stock?
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By Professor Robert from San Antonio, TX on 11/7/2007
Pros:
Addictive, Includes Batteries, Loads Of Fun, No Programming
Best Uses:
Demonstrations, Entertainment, Keeping Cats Occupied, Science Project
Describe Yourself:
Teacher
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
"Fred" worked great out of the box. I reviewed a previous review about "tweeking" this little guy (or gal) and that was great advice. Bend the feelers closer to the ground and be prepared to adjust the little screw-pins holding the legs together so it crawls in a straight line. Simple adjustments for hours of fun! I plan on buying all five colors.
By JJ from MN on 11/1/2007
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Learning Robotics
Describe Yourself:
Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
seems to run in a circle a lot, maybe too many run-offs by the dog
By Jonny from china on 8/25/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, Portable
Describe Yourself:
Working class
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
great to have when your bored at work
A Uneque and Fun Learning Experience
By Andrew100 from Pittsburgh, PA on 8/23/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, High Quality, Portable, Unuque
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Learning, Teens, Travel, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
Collector
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
This tiny robot makes up for its size in extrordinary ways, I just bought one 1 hour ago and im very impresed, I will now colect thease Extrodinary insects. Im a science geek so if you know someone you want to give a little somthing to that likes robots, bugs, or science you found your gift.(in case your wondering i bought the blue one)
By Kitten Tamer from Livermore, CA on 8/19/2007
Pros:
Annoying to Kittens, Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, Portable
Describe Yourself:
Education Oriented
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
We saw this at the checkout and bought it on a whim. The kitten goes nuts over it! That alone is worth the $$ we spent on it. Great entertainment!
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By JT from Chilmark, MA on 8/18/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Engaging, High Quality, Portable
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
I bought the orange Hexbug at a [...] today and am already planning to buy more. I like to figure out how things work, and I can do it without taking it apart. It's just addicting.
A cheap way to have fun. Easy to use.
By Tony the turtle from St.paul,MN on 8/14/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable, Easy to Use, Engaging, High Quality, Portable, Small
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Travel, Young Children
Describe Yourself:
New Parent
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
My kid loves these toys and keeps nagging me to get more.
By Kail123 from not going to tell on 8/3/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable, Easy to Use, Engaging, Fun, High Quality, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Fun, Learning, Older Children, Teens, Travel, Young Children
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
great and lots of fun!also its cute!
By aus10 from Ocean Springs, MS and Tucson, AZ on 7/22/2007
Pros:
Attractive Design, Easy to Use, Portable
Best Uses:
Entertainment, Learning, Older Children, Teens, Travel, Young Children
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
cool, very small, wont stop spining.it is great for when your board.
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By Michael T from Atco, NJ on 6/15/2007
Use a small pair of pliers to tighten the metal pins a little bit at a time on the side away from where your Hexbug is turning to straighten it out. Also bend the antennae down to nearly brush the ground for better obstacle avoidance. -add a pair of fresh 386 batteries and you've got a bug that can keep itself out of trouble (mostly). ;) Good clean robotic fun!
By Ryan N from Lake Mary,FL on 6/10/2007
It is cute and amazing!It's awesome
By Ryan N from Lake Mary,FL on 6/10/2007
It is cute and amazing!It's awesome
Seems to work like a real ...
By C W from Virginia on 6/10/2007
Seems to work like a real bug. Scurries away from obstacles and loud noises. Great pet toy.
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this is very very cool ...
By christian h from spring tx on 6/9/2007
this is very very cool but after my bug walks for a couple of seconeds it starts to go in little circles. but it is realy cool. and i love it :)
By Taylor K from Staten Island NY on 6/5/2007
this is such a cool robot.I use it all the time
The Hex Bug is so fun to ...
By merrick w from Tampa,FL. on 5/23/2007
The Hex Bug is so fun to play with.I showed it to everyone that I know all ,and they all loved it!
This thing is the coolest ...
By Steven b from Manchester, NH on 5/16/2007
This thing is the coolest little fun toy I have ever seen, while lacking in frills for the value it offers a fun packed little toy that takes little to no involvement. Great toy for the office and even better for the kid who loves gadgets!
I love this robot! I got ...
By Jeremiah A from Moline, IL on 5/3/2007
I love this robot! I got mine in the mail today (local Radio Shacks didn't have it) and I played with it all night at work. Everyone was impressed and so was I. The Hexbug; however, is not very durable. But it is very fun to play with and a great value.
These little bugs rock! ...
By Josh C from Los Angeles on 5/3/2007
These little bugs rock! I've now got all five colors. :-)
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