Customer Ratings & Reviews

My childhood came to life before my very eyes. Definitely worth every penny. Just the fact that it transforms by itself makes it a must have for Transformers fans. Then add the voice commands, the app functions and Peter Cullen himself providing the voice. It’s an endless amount of fun and entertainment that robosen and fans will keep adding to with downloadable actions. I can’t wait to see what comes next.

As a kid i used to play with the simple things and I only had soundwave .. Always wanted a lot of others but just didn't get things handed on a platter.. Now i have a dream come true wish to see the day these can automatically transform and actually own it. Well old gezzers get one and have some fun. The box is cool and the Box art inside the box is cool.. the full setup is an experience just unboxing it. Its high end detail righ to the carry case it comes in. Just floored.. if it were 300$ these will fly like hot cakes im sure.

Fantastic toy that self transforms from 18 wheeler cab to robot and has the original voice of Peter Cullen when it speaks phrases. Was easy to set up via app and works great in all modes it is in.

Exceeded our expectations. It’s a really cool robot, follows voice commands. And the shipping was quick.

i thought i never gonna have this robot its fun to play with it and thanks to bestbuy they have it and i bought it in sale price its nice to play this and my daughter is having fun too

This is the coolest thing since sliced bread!!! I remember alot of cool toys in the 80s that we grew up with but this us the ultimate toy for any collector!!!!

Well designed works as advertised i love it definitely worth it

This robot is a marvel for what it does. Looks like Optimus Prime from the Transformers and has all of the sounds you would expect. Even opening the box up is a feel-good experience. The specs talk about the servos and motors needed for it to work, and they work in a flawless way. There are only a few parts to assemble, adding the mufflers and for certain actions you can add a gun or battle axe. Besides that, it is all put together. Charging is done via barrel charger, so make sure you don’t use it. With no connections to anything, once charged and turned on, the unit is ready to work, which makes it easy to use. The prep words are “Ok Optimus Prime” the unit responds and then does the command you say, 40 of them. No phones or tablets needed. It worked fine with male, female, and child voices. Never missed a command, it got them all right. With just voice commands you can move, transform, and command the unit threw many functions. If you get the app, I used the one from the Android store, it opens up a remote control and advanced functions. With the remote you can steer, walk, and transform from one screen. You can also video record through the app. The app opens up the unit for programming and making your own sequences. Connecting to the app was simple, just make sure the Bluetooth is on and the app finds and connects without needing any manual steps. My biggest worry was it being a one trick pony to get bored of quickly. But, with the app or voice commands it will do a lot and keep you engaged or entertained for a while. There are missions through the app to give you something to do. At 16” tall it’s a little smaller than the original unit they made, but it seems to be just as functional. The only issues I’ve had are on a small pile shag carpet it would slip sometimes and fall over. Not often, but be careful of the surfaces you use it on. Falling over didn’t seem to harm the unit at all. Also, the transformation occurs with Optimus facing the rear of the unit not the front, so make sure you know where you want the robot mode to be headed before transforming. When off the unit does not keep its form and will ragdoll, so turning off in truck mode is best. Overall, the Robosen Optimus Prime Elite is amazing. It does a lot and besides nostalgia is a fully function robot that can be entertaining for yourself and others. Be careful with it as it’s expensive, but adults and children will love to use it.

This thing is so cool. Great if you are a fan of Transformers, and great if you aren't. So amazing how this robot can move and follow commands, either through voice control or through the app. First, the packaging. It comes in a lockable styrofoam case that is great for storing the robot or for taking it somewhere to show off to your friends without damaging it. It makes it feel like you are carrying something top secret. It charges through an AC adapter that you plug in to a port hidden in the grill, and also has a micro-USB (no USB-C?) port, although I haven't figured out what it's used for (presumably to download commands, but it does that capably through bluetooth connection). Once it's charged up, the fun can start! It also comes with a gun and an axe you can make him do things with. Hold down the power button and it starts by saying "I am the leader of Autobots." You can immediately start playing with it through pre-programmed voice commands by saying "Optimus Prime," to which it responds "Greetings." You can then say "Transform" and it automatically turns into a robot (which is sooo awesome!). The voice controls are cool, but the amount of actions you can do are somewhat limited. Controlling it through the phone app is where it's at. With the app, you can make Optimus walk or drive, fire his gun, swing his axe, and a number of other things. There are a bunch of actions you can download, such as playing guitar, pushups, and my favorite, mountaineering! There is also functionality for custom programming movements, but it's not easy to use. In any event, I haven't been able to make Optimus do anything as cool as the actions already programmed. I do wish you could program additional voice commands. It would be cool to be able to do more without connecting Optimus to your phone all the time (if you are connected to the app, voice control won't work, and you have to actively disconnect in order to make it go back to voice control). The other thing I would note is that the gun and axe are pretty hard to put into his hands, and the handle of the gun broke when I was trying to remove it. I've glued it back and it's held so far, but just take note and be careful. All in all, this thing is awesome. Even if you aren't a Transformers fan, just having a robot that can do all these things is pretty cool!

Unboxing the Robosen Optimus Prime Elite you’ll find the robot (stored in Alt-mode), accessories (the Ion Blaster, Energon Battle Axe and removable exhaust stacks), the AC charger, a Micro USB cable, documentation, and stickers. All of this comes in a very nice foam-plastic travel/storage case with locks and a carrying handle. Once removed from the box, there is very little involved in getting going for the first time. There are a few protective plastic strips to remove. Then press fit the exhaust stacks into holes on the back of the cab. From there you can power on Optimus and start calling out voice commands. The robot is stunning in both robot and alt (truck) mode. Robosen has done a fantastic job of capturing the G1 aesthetic. The overall fit and finish are superb. And the inclusion of the original voice actor, Peter Cullen, for the multitude of vocalizations is the icing on the Cybertronian cake. Transformations take about 10 seconds to complete. Actions such as striking a ‘Hero Pose’ are startlingly quick and technically impressive. Walking is a bit slow but no less impressive. Driving in Alt-mode is speedy but requires lots of space due to the wide turning radius. Using voice to give commands is quick and has proven accurate. The app (tested on a Pixel 6) is easy to navigate and has been very stable. The app offers a lot of settings and provides an easy way to download and install new actions. The "Play Guitar" action is pretty funny. I do have just a couple of critiques. The use of micro-USB and barrel connector (for the charger) seems really dated. Also, when powered down, the robot has no rigidity; he's like a rag doll. This might be intentional for protecting the dozens of complex joints and gears and motors, but it means displaying him in robot mode will require some kind of stand that doesn't seem to commercially exist yet. These quibbles aside, the Robosen Optimus Prime Elite will make a fantastic addition to any Transformer fan’s collection. It really is a marvel of engineering that blows everyone away that sees it.

The minute this arrived I new this was going to be epic. The way this came packaged was better than any apple product and right away realized this is more than a toy! The foam protective shell has Optimus tucked in securely with all the additional components organized around him. The case might be the fanciest way something I have ordered has shown up. There is some paperwork and I recommend reviewing it to understand set up and initial powering up. As a dad, who grew up watching Transformers it was impossible to not grin ear to ear when I first powered him up. The volume of his voice and sound effects was surprising loud and high quality. Connection to the app was tricky at first ONLY because there are two apps in the apple app store I downloaded the wrong one at first from Robosen. Once I figured that out it was game on, connection worked like a charm and continued exploring all the pre loaded actions and movements. Either way you interact with him, voice command or app, you get a very immersive experience. The action library can be updated and our family favorite is by far him playing a guitar or doing pushups. There are unique funny actions also that make it even more fun to interact with. You have some engaging connections between Optimus and the app with the missions you can complete. 40 individual voice commands keep things interesting and 1200mAh battery supports run times that allow for long periods of fun. If you use the app you can control his movement with a remote control function and walk or drive in truck mode. Being able to control your own real like mini Optimus is absolutely a kids, or dads, dream come true. The total number of lights and motors that collectively bring him to life is really cool to investigate and Robosen did a really neat job modeling the transform between robot and semi truck. The weight shocks you with how well constructed this is. Overall this is so much more than a toy, you get an immersive rich experience that isn’t limited to the out of box functionality. There is custom coding features where you can even expand and make custom movements and programmed actions. This will be something our family had fun with for a long time. We have played with it for hours and still uncover new actions and movements - Highly recommend for any Transformers fan or loves robotics.

Having spent some time with Robosen’s newest “toy” Transformers Optimus Prime Elite G1, I can honestly say that this thing is Prime… It might look like a toy on the outside, but in reality, it’s a pretty advanced robot, with 60 micro chips, 27 servos, and over 5000 components, this thing is anything but. Made with high-quality, hobby grade materials, this robot is meant to be enjoyed by big kids, and by that I mean, grown-ups, or really lucky older kids due to its expensive price tag. Either way, everyone will love him. You get your moneys worth, with 40 pre-programmed commands to get you started, you can customize more on the free, smart phone app. Give it commands, or control him through the app, He listens. Standing at 16 inches tall, I would say it’s the perfect size, it’s not too big and not too small, it’s best trick is Optimus Prime doing his signature transforming to a semi truck and then back again to a robot standing on it’s on two legs. He can talk, he can fight, he can do tricks, the one I like the best is when he kicks. He actually stands on one leg and starts kicking, this will impress your friends when they see him in action. Optimus Prime comes with a few accessories, are you charging cable, an ax, a blaster and as a nice little bonus, the foam it comes in, is actually a protective case to be reused whenever you put Optimus away.

This is easily the most advanced Transformer you will find. While the price may seem high for this Optimus Prime robot, as the saying goes, you get what you paid for. Robsen made some great choices when building this robot. First of which being the decision to go with the G1 version of Optimus. This will definitely appeal to the slightly older fans, like myself. The features they have built into this robot are so impressive, it's almost unreal how detailed it is. As soon as you take the foam casing out of the box, you know you have something special. The foam case is great for taking Optimus with you while protecting it. I had to bring mine to work to show to my coworkers, and I was very confident it would not be damaged during transportation, because this case is excellent. It has the Autobot logo pressed into it, and clips on the sides to make sure it doesn't accidentally come open. The setup process is also very easy. Simply download the app and connect with Bluetooth. That's pretty much it. You're ready to start controlling Optimus as soon as you're connected. I dare anyone to try not to smile the first time you see Optimus transform, walk forward, or drive as you control him in the app. The app also includes many options for customizing and controlling Optimus. There is a standard on-screen style controller for moving, transforming, or performing basic actions. But there are also these "Missions" that not only let you learn more about how Optimus works but can also be a decent basis for learning basic programming techniques. If you're familiar with Block-type programming, that's one of the ways you can fine-tune how Optimus moves. For instance, you can have his shoulder rotate 30 degrees, and his forearm rotate 20 degrees. You have very precise controls this way, and if you have a child that's interested, this can be a great way for them to learn programming fundamentals. Along with the block-style programming, you're also able to physically move Optimus' limbs to create poses and animations. For instance, you can grab his arm and bend it at the elbow, while raising it up and set what I would consider a keyframe, then proceed to the next part of the animation. To me, this also helps teach the basis of animation, since you would follow a similar process while animating in software- make the pose, set a keyframe and let the software create the animation between the keyframes. Both options work very well, and the "missions" guide you through creating poses and animations and reward you with new audio snippets for each one. All of which are voiced by Optimus himself Mr. Peter Cullen. The audio sounds great and the animations you create match them very well. I haven't experimented with it much yet, but there is also the ability to connect via USB. This appears to give access to the files on board, as well as for updating. I imagine you could potentially even add your own sound files too. The look and feel of Optimus' parts are all very high quality. It feels very premium, and the motors and joints also feel very good. My only real complaint so far has been in the app. The app itself is well designed and easy to use, however, at first, the missions weren't exactly clear how to proceed. The block-based missions were easy enough to follow along, but I wasn't clear on what to do when following the mission where you're physically moving parts at first. And hearing Optimus tell me I've made a huge mistake over and over was a bit disheartening. I also had a little bit of issues with Bluetooth. The first connection was fast and easy. However, after turning off Optimus and attempting to reconnect at a later time, the app wouldn't find Optimus and was unable to connect. This seems like there's some sort of bug in the app software, since Optimus would audibly say it was connected, but the app would say it wasn't. Turning off Bluetooth on my phone, then turning it back on would solve the issue. They also include leaderboards for completion times on the missions. This is a neat little feature, where you can pick your country to compare your completion time to other countries. It would be neat to have individual profiles, so you could see someone's name and their country on the leaderboard, but the country part is a good first step. One problem with that though, is you can't just say you're in the USA and save it. You have to select it every time you complete a mission. Overall, this is an absolutely superb robot. Especially for Transformers fans. If you're considering getting one, you will not be disappointed. The attention to detail is second to none. Pros: Incredible detail, several ways to interact, missions are fun and rewarding, build quality is very high and feels great to interact with Cons: App has some small issues with Bluetooth connections and sometimes unclear instructions

The Robosen Tranformers Optimus Prime Elite G1 is an interesting conundrum. It is without a doubt a technical masterpiece, one that Robosen should be very proud of achieving. 5 year old me wishes something like this existed in the 1980’s. But at a hefty price tag of $700 you’re probably wondering is it really worth it? I grew up in the 80’s and 90’s with Legos, Transformers, Ninja Turtles, and WWF action figures. As I’ve gotten older I still have very fond memories of playing with my toys in the basement and using my imagination to make these toys come to life. Fast forward to 2023 and a lot of the franchises still exist today and tug at our nostalgia heartstrings. And lately there has become a huge market for high end toys for adults. Lego sets now average $500 for a bigger set. So it’s not surprising that a product like the Optimus Prime Elite G1 was made. It is a very cool gadget but I wouldn’t necessarily call it a “toy”. It’s not made for a 5 year old to have imaginary play, it’s made for someone who grew up wanting Optimus Prime to come to life and that’s essentially what Robosen has done. The packaging and overall experience of setting up Optimus is very impressive. The hard case it comes in doubles as a nice storage container. Everything was well thought out and carefully planned which I can appreciate. Booting up Optimus for the first time is pretty amazing. Optimus can be controlled two ways, by voice commands or the App via Bluetooth. When you say “Hey Optimus Prime” he responds with “Greetings” and then listens for your command. The first time seeing him transform is something special. It totally is a WOW moment. I recorded it and sent it to all my 30 something friends and the reaction was basically the same every time. There are 40 different voice commands and also extra commands that he can learn by downloading them through the app. Another cool feature is the ability to customize multiple commands in a row by saying Customize and then telling Optimus all the different commands you want him to do. Then saying the words “Start Actions” sets them in motion. The app does basically the same thing but I did notice a bug that once connected the voice commands no longer worked until you disconnected the Bluetooth. The “missions” in the app are basically a way to customize and program your own actions but I honestly found them to be a bit cumbersome to do. The remote control mode allows you to use your phone to do specific actions and also drive Optimus in truck mode, but the dial wasn’t responsive enough for quick maneuvering in a tight space There’s also a photo mode as well that allows you to record him while controlling Optimus through the phone. This gadget really has the wow factor to it but after about an hour or so of doing the commands it loses a little bit of its cool factor. I think this really appeals to the hardcore Transformer fan that really wants a showcase piece for their collection. At a price tag of 700 dollars I just don’t necessarily think the value is there. But I think if you really are purchasing this item you aren’t looking at the price tag. This is just something you either have to have or don’t care about at all. All in all it’s very impressive and Robosen should be very proud of what they have achieved. If this is the start of advanced robotics in toys I can’t wait to see where we will be in the next 30 years from now.

A true robotic action figure. This interactive robot/toy/figure is one of the coolest and unique collectibles to ever hit the market. Optimus prime definitely looks and feels high quality, which is probably the reason for the pricing. You can get immersed in the experience and it is fun to show off to friends and family. There is a little of a learning curve to get it set up and started, but the instructions are pretty much holding your hand along the way. Using the app or voice activation to control him is pretty cool. There are so many things you can have him do like transform, roll out and talk to you, think there were over 60 commands that you could have him do. Having the original voice actor Peter Cullen is even sweeter. Having him transform and do all the actions feels like a real life autobot with a life of its own is in front of you. This is an amazing show piece to showoff and people will be talking about this thing for days because how fun it is. I would definitely recommend this to any transformers fan. Only thing negative i have to say about this is the price but you wouldn't be able to get such a premium piece of technology being cheap. Recommend the elite core series 16 inch for $699 as opposed to the flagship $999 20 inch model.

Its fun and cool. Just wish he would turn when your in RC mode while walking. Better/longer battery would be a great addition. Overall its neat and catches peoples eyes

This is awesome! I love transformers and I always thought that it would be cool for Hasbro to make a actual robot of Optimus Prime or Megatron and this made that dream true, it is great also for fans of coding as well. because of it having both block based coding and and actual programming software to have Optimus do actions as well he has pre downloaded actions overall he is an awesome robot and you should get him if you have the money.

This purchase was a special one, a BIRTHDAY gift for my Son. He loved it and so do I, it's design is detailed to the T and the many different voice commands are a sight to see. BEST PURCHASE THUS FAR.

This is must have for a transformers fan. The quality of the this product surpasses I would give this product 10 out of 10. I will continue purchasing robosen products

great item, my son loved it. he downloaded the app so it could actually do more. it is almost like having a friend because it does so many commands. wonderful, but a bit pricey.