The Toy Battle: RC Cars vs. RC Helicopters
For years now the remote control car has been one of the ‘coolest’ toys a young boy can have. Even many adults love to play with them all be it slightly more powerful models. Idealfun though has reviews on RC Cars that have become the dominant force in the remote control industry, as well as other outdoor toys such as wooden playhouses and trampolines with enclosures on sale. That is beginning to change with numerous remote control helicopters coming onto the market. So exactly which one is best? Well that really depends; let us go through a few of the things to consider before you go spending your money.
Mini 4ch Remote Control Helicopter RTF with Gyro and USB
Purpose
The first and maybe the most important thing to consider is exactly why you are shopping in the first place. Are you buying for yourself for example of maybe your nephew? If it is a birthday of Christmas present for someone who hasn’t yet got a remote control vehicle then you would want to go for something with less power and something generally cheaper. For this a full range of RC Helicopters would seem your best bet.
Price
Price is always something to consider these days. RC Helicopters tend to be more affordable than the petrol RC Cars however you could go for the more affordable electric variety that can be charged directly through the mains. The petrol version is far more expensive and requires a large level of expertise but there are plenty of chargeable versions of both cars and helicopters.
The first and maybe the most important thing to consider is exactly why you are shopping in the first place. Are you buying for yourself for example of maybe your nephew? If it is a birthday of Christmas present for someone who hasn’t yet got a remote control vehicle then you would want to go for something with less power and something generally cheaper. For this a full range of RC Helicopters would seem your best bet.
Price
Price is always something to consider these days. RC Helicopters tend to be more affordable than the petrol RC Cars however you could go for the more affordable electric variety that can be charged directly through the mains. The petrol version is far more expensive and requires a large level of expertise but there are plenty of chargeable versions of both cars and helicopters.
Terrain
If you live in a rough area where there is nowhere flat enough to drive a car then an RC Helicopter would be your best bet. This will still give you the fun of controlling a vehicle without needing to worry about whether you are going to get your car moving. Going for the helicopter will allow you to practise on a vertical and horizontal basic. You can get powerful petrol cars but for this you will preferably have more experience.
Wind
If you live in an area where wind is a problem such as near the coast a helicopter may get blown all over the place and may even force it to crash. As a result it would be better to go for a car so that you can actually maintain control and have some fun without it being destroyed by the first gust of wind.
Expertise
Your own level of knowledge and expertise will be important. If you have been using cars for sometime then sticking with what you know may be best although some people fancy a change. For the petrol variety it is advised that people have previous experience of RC Cars before they get deeper into the hobby. It really depends on your own situation.
These are just a few of the things you need to consider before you decide on what to buy. Depending on your local conditions and your own personal experience and budget you should be able to find the perfect remote controlled vehicle for you. With so many models of cars and helicopters available there is something for everyone. Why not go for one of each? What is for sure is the days of the RC Cars dominance in the industry is over.
If you live in a rough area where there is nowhere flat enough to drive a car then an RC Helicopter would be your best bet. This will still give you the fun of controlling a vehicle without needing to worry about whether you are going to get your car moving. Going for the helicopter will allow you to practise on a vertical and horizontal basic. You can get powerful petrol cars but for this you will preferably have more experience.
Wind
If you live in an area where wind is a problem such as near the coast a helicopter may get blown all over the place and may even force it to crash. As a result it would be better to go for a car so that you can actually maintain control and have some fun without it being destroyed by the first gust of wind.
Expertise
Your own level of knowledge and expertise will be important. If you have been using cars for sometime then sticking with what you know may be best although some people fancy a change. For the petrol variety it is advised that people have previous experience of RC Cars before they get deeper into the hobby. It really depends on your own situation.
These are just a few of the things you need to consider before you decide on what to buy. Depending on your local conditions and your own personal experience and budget you should be able to find the perfect remote controlled vehicle for you. With so many models of cars and helicopters available there is something for everyone. Why not go for one of each? What is for sure is the days of the RC Cars dominance in the industry is over.