Spy Motion Alarm

by Wild Planet

Product Features

• Ages 6+
• Requires 2 - AAA batteries

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4 x 1.5 inches ; 1.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0001A7VHO
• Item model number: 70041
• Manufacturer recommended age: 6 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,278 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
  • #42 in Toys & Games > Novelty & Gag Toys > Spy Gadgets
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

Product Description

Editorial Review

Being a spy, even a pretend one of the sort so popular with modern kids, is not just about peering into the affairs of others. Sure, snooping around and trying to solve some sort of thrilling caper might be a big part of a spy's life but a good gumshoe must also know when they are the ones being spied on. This handy little motion alarm, looking highly space-age but otherwise somewhat nondescript, sets up neatly in a doorway, backpack, locker, or anywhere and emits a tiny laser beam that detects movement from up to 20 feet. An LED indicator lets you know when it's on. Granted, this isn't the most sophisticated toy in the world in terms of features and functionality but for youngsters concerned about privacy, it's a fun gadget to have around. --Charlie Williams

Product Description

Detect Movement up to 20 Feet Away The Micro Spy Motion AlarmTM detects even the slightest vibration and works best on doors and windows to keep intruders out. Can be placed on your bike, backpack or books to catch spies in the act. Battery Requirements: Requires 2 AAA batteries, not included.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

45 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best of the Spy Gear toys!, August 24, 2005

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microjoe - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Spy Motion Alarm (Toy)

This is a stand alone miniature motion detector with an audible alarm. Easy to hide, it lays under furniture, at corners, in drawers, facing doors, wherever you need advance warning that the other spies are coming. More affordable than the "Spy Tracker" system from Spy Gear, which uses three detectors with antenna to map out where your enemy is.

Very easy for kids to operate, the battery lasts a long time, and most importantly, IT WORKS! The biggest complaint about some of the toys sold in the Spy Gear line is that so many of them do not work, so always read reviews or lists first. The gadget has a cool look to it, a little silver dome that is hidden pretty easily and detects movement from up to 20 feet. It has a tiny LED light that lets you know when it's on. Very fun and affordable toy, kids have fun for hours moving it all over the house and finding new ways to set it up.

20 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars GREAT fun for kids, REA--LLY annoying for parents!, November 28, 2009

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Gratitude "Mommy to my two wonderful little o... (Texas) - See all my reviews

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Spy Motion Alarm (Toy)

My son has had this toy now for 2yrs so ours has held up quite well! Although on occasion it goes off when it's not supposed to and doesn't go off when it IS supposed to, I'd say it works like my kids intend it to about 80% of the time which for a cool kid's toy at this price, I'm not complaining at all.

UNFORTUNATELY for me, the battery in it lasts and lasts and lasts...they've 'lost' it at the bottom of toy bins, their dresser drawers, under the bed then find it again and it works like a charm. UNFORTUNATELY for me, I find it annoying when I'm on the phone say...with a client and I'm running downstairs for a drink of water or to answer the door and this thing goes off beeping like crazy when I've walked in it's path then my kids break out in hysterics but I knew what 'trouble' this thing would be when I bought it, right? It's proved a great toy when the boys set it up in the kitchen near the cookie box so Daddy doesn't swipe all of their cookies or when big brother sets it up near his doorway so younger brother doesn't enter in his room undetected.

They've received quite a few of the Wild Planet Spy toys throughout the years and this one is one of their most played with - even 2yrs later! I think this would be a great gift alone - say as a stocking stuffer, grab bag alone OR is even better if purchased as a set with the Spy belt. Although some of the Wild Planet toys haven't held up or worked quite well in the past, we're still big fans of their toys, this one is a winner.

17 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very Good Buy, February 28, 2009

A Kid's Review

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Spy Motion Alarm (Toy)

This toy is very well directed towards childrens differing interests. Being a child of the age of 11, I find this toy to be decent, and an overall good buy.
The one flaw is that this toy does not work at night, and is the reason I rate it at four stars, not five. If you are looking for a well-proportioned toy for your child, this toy, I find, is a great buy.