This review has been updated 9 times since it was first published in January of 2019. Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift for a kid in your life or just looking to embrace your own inner child, you might be interested in a robotic dinosaur toy. These interactive models can walk around and many have other features, like extra movements and sound effects. Fans of Jurassic Park are sure to appreciate this entertaining blend of ancient creatures and new technology. When users buy our independently chosen editorial recommendations, we may earn commissions to help fund the review.

10. Liberty Imports Brachiosaurus
In addition to a remote control that makes it walk, the Liberty Imports Brachiosaurus (around $24) has a hidden button on its stomach that turns on roaring sound effects and makes its LED eyes light up bright green. This fun herbivore is sure to give your kids hours of entertainment.
- Textured body with detailed features
- Batteries for dino included
- Remote doesn't always work

9. Advanced Play Multifunction
The Advanced Play Multifunction (appx. $39) is loaded with cool features. Not only can it walk forward, it can also dance to music, play sounds, and shake its head. All of this can be controlled using a pocket-sized remote that matches the Jurassic aesthetic.
- Releases steam from its mouth
- Need aa batts for remote and model
- Music can get annoying

8. Sharper Image Mini
With simple, intuitive controls, the Sharper Image Mini (around $15) is easy to understand and use, even for youngsters who have never played with RC toys before. Using its built-in wheels and infrared sensors, it can move forward and spin around.
- Small enough to take on the go
- Weighs less than one pound
- Moves very slowly

7. Temi Tyrannosaurus
The Temi Tyrannosaurus (about $53) comes with a remote that looks similar to a video game controller and has several buttons for moving this T. rex forward and backward, turning its head, and more. It can rotate 360 degrees, so your little one can send it scurrying all over the place.
- One-push demo mode
- Includes usb charging cable
- Doesn't work on carpet

6. Dino Planet Spinosaurus
Well-sculpted and designed to have a realistic, skin-like feel, the Dino Planet Spinosaurus (around $36) looks like it walked right out of the Jurassic period. Add a bit of water and a cloud of cool mist will come out of its mouth, giving the appearance of breathing smoke.
- Fourteen inches tall
- Red eyes light up
- Not especially durable

5. Robotime DIY
A unusual blend of old and new, the Robotime DIY (about $24) is a three-dimensional wooden puzzle with electronic components. Once your engineer/paleontologist-in-training is done putting it together, the little model can walk and roar, reacting to the sound of clapping hands.
- No glue or tools required
- Several species available
- Step-by-step instructions included


4. Meccano Meccasaur
If you’re shopping for a master builder who loves construction toys, consider the Meccano Meccasaur (appx. $60). It’s well-suited to older kids who are willing to spend some time putting it together. Once assembled, the programmable T. rex can talk, roar, and react to being pet.
- Answers yes-or-no questions
- Three feet long
- Supports stem education

3. Sharper Image Robotosaur
With a sleek, high-tech appearance, the Sharper Image Robotosaur (around $64) looks like a force to be reckoned with. It also has plenty of personality, with color-changing LED eyes that help it to convey emotions ranging from happy to tired to furious.
- Built-in motion detection
- Good-sized remote for small hands
- Goes into sleep mode when not in use

2. Liberty Imports Triceratops
A simple, realistic-looking option, the Liberty Imports Triceratops (around $27) should pique the interest of any child. The remote control looks like a fossil, and has two large buttons on the skull and legs, which control head movement and walking respectively.
- Made of nontoxic abs plastic
- Safe for kids as young as 3
- Stomping sound effects

1. WowWee Miposaur
There are three different ways to interact with the WowWee Miposaur (around $80). You can either learn the hand gestures it responds to, use the included trackball, or download the free app and use your smartphone to feed it, play with it, and control its movement.
- Dances to your music
- Several built-in games
- Good battery life

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