National Geographic Rocket Launcher - Motorized Air Rocket Toy, Launch up to 200 ft, Outdoor Toys & Model Rockets, Gifts for Kids Ages 8-12, Space Toys

My 8 year old grandson lies this rocket. It's easy for him to launch, goes up pretty high, and the way it comes down like a helicopter is as cool as how it goes up. One frustrating thing was figuring out how to get it to launch. Instructions say to push the button one, two , or three times depending on how high you want it to go. What it doesn't tell you is first you have to push the button to just get the green light to glow, then the 1, 2, or 3 quick presses to get it to launch. Also, when it says don't launch in the wind it really means NO WIND. Even a slight breeze tips the rocket sideways and it crashes.

This a great gift!!! It really works well and is rugged enough for someone who can be careful with it (including managing a curious younger brother or sister).Things to know:Must fly in very light or no wind - rocket is light and can be blown sidewaysEven it is blown and flies into the ground it was not harmed and it is so light I was not worried about anyone getting hurt.It has a green light so it can easily flown at dusk when there is less wind - you can easily see it as it goes up and as it comes down.The helicopter return comes down reasonably quickly so if there is wind it doesn’t blow too far awayRecommend an open area at least 100 by 100 feet with no trees20 launches on a charge is great - a lot of playtimeNeeds a weed/grass free launch pad for the propeller - bring a 12 by 12” plywood launch pad if neededAll 3 fins need to be “tucked in” for launch or one may flip up and the rocket won’t fly right for that flightTemptation is to go for the maximum height right away- Don’t!!! Low flights help to check the wind above ground level and when calm even a low flight is pretty spectacular! Only do higher flights when you are sure of the wind.All around this is a spectacular toy!!!

Our 7 YO boy really likes this one. It's easily our favorite Christmas gift of his this year too. It launches and flies on its own (with a propeller), in a spinning flight. When it gets as high as it's going, up to 200 feet (which looks right based on our experience), the rocket body (styrofoam) flips out and it comes down softly, like a helicopter. It's easy to catch and fun to watch for the whole family. The Nat Geo Power Rocket is lots more fun and much better than Stomp Rockets. It take about 30 mins to charge, but flies about the same amount of time. The only cons, preventing a 5 star review are: the stickers don't like to stay on the styrofoam body panels, and those panels can be difficult to keep notched in place for launch. Sometimes they also come out of the notches during flight too, which causes the rocket to spin out of control and crash. Overall though, it's a really good toy and highly recommended.

My grandson loves this!

Got for my son for Christmas gift. I thought it was an awesome idea. Kid super excited. Charge it and go out in the afternoon to a large open field. Find flat area. Set up, ready to launch. Choose level 1 to start out. Motor and blades star to spin, then go faster, which promptly knocks the rocket on its side. No flight. Try again at level 2. Same thing. Try again at Level 3, same thing. Try holding it in my hand and throwing it. Does a loop and nearly hits me in head, nose dives into ground. Kid says this think sucks.I agree. Thing is a piece of crap. Little tiny propeller. Body is supposed to open and helicopter down, but the problem with that is the body won't stay shut when you're trying to launch it. Any slight breeze flays open the rocket, causing it to tip and nose dive. We returned this rocket and got this one as a replacement (www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBRGJTD7). it's awesome. It actually flies (I'd say it peaked at 75ft), has a larger sturdy propeller and a deploying parachute. Kid loves that one, hated this one.

Foam rubber construction does not hold up ! Bought as gift for grandson’s birthday but after first day several launches the foam on rocket became deformed and would not launch up straight. Love the National Geographic sponsored products bought for kids however sadly disappointed with the cheap quality of this particular rocket especially at the early higher price !

Grandson had a blast!!

This is a lot of fun for my Grandchildren, 5 & 2, we have a blast and it's exciting to see them so happy. Caution though, any breeze may put it on the roof, make sure you have lots of space. Handle with care, but so far so good. I would purchase for them again.