Are you wondering how to find the perfect remote control toy? It all depends on whom you are buying it for! There are three criteria to consider:

1) Type of power - The three main source of power for Remote control toys are:

• Gas
• Nitro
• Electric

The Gas and Nitro RC toys are typically charged by liquid fuel and require special handling. This type is more suitable for hobbiest that are familiar with these types of toys and know how to handle them safely.

The Electric RC toys are charged by batteries, with two main types of batteries: Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) cells and Lithium Polymer (LiPo) cells. LiPo batteries are lighter than NiMH batteries. These are suitable of beginners with little or no experience in the remote control toy area.

2) Stage of completion - RC toys come in various stages of completion:

• Fully assembled - Ready to Run, just charge and play. These are typically the electric type that are better suited for the beginners and for children.
• Partially assembled - Usually the main unit of the toy is assembled, but requires some assembly before use.
• Requires full assembly - comes in parts and requires total assembly. This is typically appropriate for the older individuals with advanced abilities.

3) Type of toy - Adding the feature of remote control to any toy, brings that toy to life. For example, if you give a child a car toy without the RC capability, the reaction will be "luke warm". Ad the RC capability to the same toy, and the reaction is fascination, curiosity and excitement. Therefore, the remote control toys are the preferred toys that are sure to generate the reaction we always hope to receive when we give out a gift. The most popular RC toys are:

• Cars
• Motorcycles
• Planes
• Helicopters

In buying remote control toys for gifts, you will need to consider the three criteria listed above, as well as the interest of the person receiving the gift. Electric, ready to run toys require minimum handling before using them. They also that would yield the quickest turnaround in term of use. In most situations you will need to charge for play.

An electric type, ready to run car would be easiest to handle among all types - it does not require assembly and does not need balancing like planes and helicopters. This type is usually suitable for the younger child. While a helicopter or a plane will require some ability to control the toy while flying in the air.

Remote control toys are fun, exciting and kids love them. Next time you need a gift for a birthday, Christmas, Eid, or Hanukah envision the thrill of a child when they receive the remote control toy!