The 7 Best RC Cranes

1. Recommended Age

Age is a key factor when choosing a toy for your child, as you want to make sure the toy is one that they will enjoy and use safely. They may be bored with something designed for younger kids or unable to understand a toy designed for someone older, so double check the age range before you make a purchase to ensure that your child has a toy that’s both fun and safe for them to use. 

2. Moving vs Stationary 

Unique to RC cranes, this feature describes whether the crane itself is a mobile vehicle or whether motion is restricted to the crane’s arm. If you’re looking for something with the same motion functionality as an RC car, you’ll want to make sure you’re choosing a moving crane. Stationary cranes, as their name indicates, stand in one place; they do, however, feature radio controlled crane arms that can be used to lift and place objects. Moving cranes have this function plus the ability to transport, though, so motion may be a deal breaker for some buyers. 

3. Batteries 

Most remote control products need batteries, but knowing how many, what kind and if they’re included is what’s key. Having the right batteries on hand creates a frustration free experience for everyone, as kids are able to play with their new toy immediately. In the case of RC cranes, most require batteries for the remote control only, but some require batteries for both the remote and the crane. 

4. Size 

Some of the cranes on this list are much larger than others. If you’re looking for something that doesn’t take up much room, you’ll want to make sure to note the dimensions so you don’t end up with something towering nearly to the height of a low ceiling. A very large toy could be unsafe for a very small user, and a very small toy could be uninteresting to an older child. 

5. Safety 

It’s crucial to always be aware of safety hazards when it comes to gear, toys and clothes for babies and children. Knowing if they’re present and what they are is essential to keeping your kids safe. In the case of RC cranes, the safety hazards present (if present) are generally related to choking hazards, so we’ve noted if they’re present in the products we’ve listed here. 

6. Lights and Sounds 

They can be fun and entertaining for kids – but they can also be distracting and annoying to some parents, which is why lights and sounds can be a dealbreaker in purchasing decisions. If you’re looking for them, you’ll want to know they’re there. If you’re looking to avoid them, there’s actually many toys that provide RC functionality without being bright and noisy.