Toysmith 4 M Soda Can Robug # 3647

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Product Features

• Recycle a soda can by turning it into a "robug" that can move
• Requires a soda can-NOT included
• Kit includes parts and instructions
• Requires 2 AAA batteries-NOT included
• Turn the kids onto the notion of leaving a smaller carbon footprint

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 3.5 x 6.5 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000RN6CDO
• Item model number: 3647
• Manufacturer recommended age: 36 months - 15 years
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,865 in Toys & Games (See Bestsellers in Toys & Games)

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• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Create an exciting science project with your recycling. Your finished "Robug" emits sounds as it moves across the floor. Kit includes: parts and instructions.

Product Description

Ever want to build your own robot? A unique robot that is as much a science project as it is a toy! Robug emits sound and moves across the floor... it really is a vibration sensation! This kit contains everything you need for making your own robug, all you need is a recycled soda can.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars excellent introduction to robots, May 18, 2008

By	mightyAmazon - See all my reviews

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

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2 of my 4 kids really enjoyed being a part of the building process. My 6-yr old son wandered off near the beginning, but my 4-yr old and 8-yr old were spellbound. It took less than 30 minutes to put it together. Then we spent 30 minutes watching it spin in circles on the floor. It doesn't have an extremely sturdy build and it is definitely not 11 pounds of shipping. It's a fun little toy, albeit kind of expensive. We like the one we have, but won't be getting another. The emphasis in the description on recycling is a little over the top...

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars may need several pop cans, June 1, 2008

By	Kristine Al-rashidi "Missing the desert" (Oregon) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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

did you know not all pop cans are the same size? We discovered this when trying to put it together. the pieces that go around the can are made for a specific size can, and our first try didn't fit

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It could be worse?, January 11, 2009

By	Dustin F - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER)

Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars Educational:2.0 out of 5 stars 

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I purchased this Soda Can 'Robug' for my niece who is 9 years old.

It's very simple, really. You build a sleeve to insert a soda can into. That sleeve has legs that are very similar to bent paper clips. It also has a motor attached that is similar to a video game controller's rumble feature. When turned on, the 'robug' vibrates enough to move the entire thing in circles (about half a Meter in diameter for me, but I doubt this is consistent across the product line). It only works if it's on a smooth, level surface.

That's it. Other than the shaking motor, there are no moving parts. No leg movement or anything like that. It does resemble a fly, and the motor makes a bzzzz noise that imagination could make like a bug, I suppose.

My niece either is polite and a gifted actress, or she was delighted by this thing. She assembled the entire thing with no trouble (then again, it's extremely simple, requiring a few screws to be screwed), and I thought it was fun watching her follow the instructions.

But it's not educational, it's not challenging, and it's not interesting when compared to all the little robot kits I grew up playing with.

Now, I don't think I was deceived or anything... but I wouldn't have bought it if I had paid more attention to the utter simplicity of this thing. I'm giving it 4 stars because it is well made, and I simple was disappointed this wasn't a different sort of product (that's my fault).