There’s nothing cooler than a robot, and robotics toys are extremely popular with girls and boys of all ages. Even better, STEM kits are always a winner with parents. Impress both parties with a cool robot-themed gift!
Here is our definitive guide to the best techy toys for children. Buy one for any child and you will gain instant cool points, despite that dubious haircut. Best act quickly because these are selling fast. From robots that jump and fight to those that boogie to funky tunes, our “beep-boop-brilliant” range includes:
- Pogo – Wacky Jumping Robot
- Robots In Motion – 116 Piece Set
- Robo Street Kombat – Gesture Controlled Robots
- Solar Explorer 6 in 1 Kit
- Robo Beats – Tap & Dance Robot
- Mega Cyborg Water Blaster
- Hero – Sound Sensing Interactive Robot
- Windbots – Robot Build Kit
1 Wacky Jumping Robot , £9.99 £9.99
Easily assemble a funny 15cm hopping robot with motor – cool!
Meet Pogo, the wacky motorized jumping robot! Easy to assemble, simply click together the 8 sturdy pieces to reveal the 15cm figure, then complete his legs with springy rubber bands. Decorate with the included stickers, turn him on and watch in wonder as he hops up and down! Just like pistons, his rotating legs propel him forward. A simple STEM kit for little learners, great for introducing engineering concepts. Hop to it!
2 Robots In Motion – 116 Piece Set , £54.99 £54.99
Build moving robots that twist, turn and even transform into vehicles!
Design and build moving robots that twist and turn with this fun Gears set. This colourful 116-piece robotics building set includes special components for designing and building robots that move and transform. Follow along with the included STEM activity guide to build with large chunky pieces using the interactive gears, axles, arms, wheels, rolling treads and even spinning eyes! Spark your little inventor’s imagination to design their own robo-creation, boosting early engineering and critical thinking skills. A moving robot who can transform – the possibilities are as fun as they are limitless!
3 Robo Street Kombat , £25.99 £25.99
Gesture Controlled Battling Robots – wacky props & sound effects!
Pair of head-to-head battling bots with cool gesture control sensors. This exciting two-player set includes two 8cm battling bots, each equipped with funny interchangeable props. Wear the special rings to activate the gesture control – your robot will move the same way you do! Turn, attack or create a combo, all whilst your bot swings a frying pan, rake or even a ladder! Knock your opponent down for the count to become the champion. Complete with cool sound effects – let battle commence!
4 Solar Explorer 6 in 1 Kit – Easy Build , £12.99 £12.99
Build fun mini robots that move with Solar Power
A fun introduction to solar power and renewable energy, this easy to build kit has six moving robots powered by a solar panel. Everything is in the kit to build the different models, from a walking robot dog and solar plane to a fun boat or solar car. Or come up with your own design if you feel really creative, all powered up by simply sitting on the window-sill. Entertaining mini project to learn whilst having fun.
5 Robo Beats – Tap & Dance Robot , £19.99 £19.99
Funny robot dances to a funky tune!
Tap this cheeky robot on the forehead to make his feet and arms dance to the rhythm. Watch him boogie to a funky electronic beat or pop him into DJ mode to mix a variety of cool affects by tapping his sensor!
6 Mega Cyborg Water Blaster – 5-in-1 , £21.99 £21.99
Awesome 180-piece kit to build a brilliant water-squirting gadget
Explore mechanical concepts with this brilliant construction kit! Follow the 33-page manual as you assemble the 180 plastic pieces. Wear the gadget over your hand and pull the trigger with your finger – a stream of water will shoot up to 6 metres! Easily switch between five configurations, including a functional grabber!
7 Hero – Sound Sensing Interactive Robot , £65.99 £65.99
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Brilliant DIY robotics kit
Innovative 142-piece kit to build an interactive robot that senses sounds. This smart six-legged robot listens and responds to sound-waves in four fun modes. Follow the 52-page full-colour manual as you assemble more than 100 pieces to build this unique robot and learn about engineering and sound technology. With the three directional microphones, Hero reacts to sounds and will follow your voice, clapping of your hands. or use the included castanet clicker as a remote control. With movable arms that retract and illuminated facial expressions, make him dance to your favourite tunes or play tug-of-war with an imaginary rope. Everyone needs a Hero!
8 WindBots – 6 in 1 Robot Build Kit , £29.99 £29.99
Build wind-powered robots that can walk, fly & sail!
This fun and educational kit is a fantastic way to learn about alternative wind energy, whilst having fun. Easy to assemble, build robots that can walk, fly and even sail, with comical and functional movements. Follow the detailed instruction manual and build everything from a Tricycle-Bot to a Walking-Bot and Car-Bot, even a Yacht-Bot. All powered by natural wind, the hand cranked fan with the kit or even by simply blowing – just brilliant!
Our curated gifts for kids are all tested by kids, so you know you’ll be the coolest Uncle, Aunt, Grandma or Grandpa there is when you shop with Wicked Uncle! Don’t forget we can gift wrap your chosen gift and send it with a hand written greetings card too! The Wicked Uncle Elves are poised and ready to deliver brilliant robot toys to the homes of children everywhere. Prepare for the robot takeover: it’s going to be Wicked.
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