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Rating 3 out of 5 stars with 22 reviews

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50%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers highly value the Aerial Chopper Drone with Remote for its affordability, but criticize its flight control and durability. Customers have reported issues with controlling the drone and it breaking easily upon impact. Some customers have even described the drone as "impossible to fly" and "not worth the money."

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Durability, Flight control

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not really good at flying.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was fun but the flying was not cooperative. I gave this to my adult BIL for Christmas since he’s a kid at heart and he said it was impossible to fly, he liked trying though and spent so much time flying it until he crashed it to many times it fell apart. No camera.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
      Posted .

      Hi, Thanks for reaching out.
      We're sorry to know that the unit is not working as expected.
      Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] quoting ticket number 61551, we will try and help you fix the issue. Thank you. vivitar

  • Cons mentioned:
    Cheap, Remote

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Meh spend more have more fun

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not a great unit. Remote is terrible not responsive and overall one of the worst cheap little choppers we had.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
      Posted .

      Hi, Thanks for reaching out. We're sorry that we didn't meet your expectations. Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] ticket number 347784 will try to fix issue. Thank you. vivitar

  • Cons mentioned:
    Cheap, Not working

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Do Not Buy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This product is very cheap and it doesn’t even work. We let it charge for days almost a week before I got tired of having it plugged up. I’m over it. I’ve never been so mad about a product in my life! Very frustrating.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
      Posted .

      Hi, Thanks for reaching out.
      We're sorry for the inconvenience caused.
      Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] quoting ticket number 575627, we will try to fix the issue. Thank you vivitar

  • Cons mentioned:
    Durability, Flight control

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Cheap price and CHEAP QUALITY

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It only works sometimes. No control at all . It crashed after usingnit for 15 minutes and thats it. Wont fly anymroe .

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, Thanks for reaching out. We're sorry that we didn't meet your expectations. Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] ticket number 347761 will try to fix issue. Thank you. vivitar

  • Pros mentioned:
    Entertainment, Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Family fun

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    An RC chopper. Such a fun toy even for adults. Flying it around the family room is entertaining! It’s cheap, but worth the fun.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, We are delighted to learn that you're having a positive experience with our product! We sincerely hope that your enjoyment persists. Please reach out to us at 1800-5929-541 or [email protected], ticket number 61438, if you have more suggestions and feedback. Thank you vivitar

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Almost worth it.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The helicopter was pretty hard to control because the back propeller doesn’t spin with the main propellers. It broke very fast.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, Thanks for reaching out.We're sorry to know that the unit is not working as expected. Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] ticket number 348195, we will try and help you fix the issue. Thank you." vivitar

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Price

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good to mess around with It’s no drone but it is worth the small price

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, We are delighted to learn that you're having a positive experience with our product! We sincerely hope that your enjoyment persists. Please reach out to us at 1800-5929-541 or [email protected], ticket number 61867, if you have more suggestions and feedback. Thank you vivitar

  • Cons mentioned:
    Cheap, Not working

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    not worth the $ doesn’t function

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    cheap and not worth the money does not fly at all half the time and when you get home t to fly there’s no controlling it

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
      Posted .

      Hi,
      Thanks for reaching out.
      We apologies for the issues you faced with our product.
      Could you please reach out to us at 1800-5929-541 or [email protected], quoting ticket number 20526, and we can try and help fix the issue. Thank you. vivitar

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good for indoor flying

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Body shape is designed to prevent from damage even from frequent falling, easy to recharge, but not suitable to fly in out door due to low weight and unable to staying still.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, We are delighted to learn that you're having a positive experience with our product! We sincerely hope that your enjoyment persists. Please reach out to us at 1800-5929-541 or [email protected], ticket number 61892, if you have more suggestions and feedback. Thank you vivitar

  • Cons mentioned:
    Flight control

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Don’t work well

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It was able to fly up for a couple seconds before it went down and the body would be turning as well so the entire thing was rotating and their was no way of controlling it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, Thanks for reaching out. We're sorry that we didn't meet your expectations. Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] quoting ticket number 20398, if you have any more suggestions/feedback for us. Thank you. vivitar

  • Cons mentioned:
    Durability
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Cheap, cannot steer, breaks easily.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It will break within 5 minutes. If you hit anything solid, it will break. And you will hit something solid, because you will fly it in your house. Because you cannot avoid the temptation. No tail rotor, so you can't steer it. Gave these to my nephews for Christmas and they broke within 5 minutes. Do not even bother.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi,
      Thanks for reaching out.
      We're sorry for the inconvenienced caused.
      Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] quoting ticket number 20454, we will try and help you fix the issue. Thank you. vivitar

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fun compact toy

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fun little toy but definitely take it outside for first few times to get use to controls.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, We are delighted to learn that you're having a positive experience with our product! We sincerely hope that your enjoyment persists. Please reach out to us at 1800-5929-541 or [email protected], ticket number 62073, if you have more suggestions." vivitar

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Drone's

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Really great for first time users really great for new learner's also simple, good practice to get a hang of how they operate

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great item for kids. I would highly recommend buying this product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, We are delighted to learn that you're having a positive experience with our product! We sincerely hope that your enjoyment persists. Please reach out to us at 1800-5929-541 or [email protected], ticket number 62045, if you have more suggestions. vivitar

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Hummmm crazy glue to strengthen before use!!! Lol

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Piece of rubbish!! But. For$10.00 i guess 1 hour of entertainment is ok from this cheap product. Flimsy n goofy! Will break within 1 hour guaranteed!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
      Posted .

      Hi, Thanks for reaching out.
      We're sorry to know that the unit is not working as expected.
      Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] quoting ticket number 347976, we will try and help you fix the issue. Thank you. vivitar

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fun and easy to use!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought for my nephew and he loves it! Using it outside in moderately cloud weather works better, but easy to control and navigate. Would definitely buy again!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, We are delighted to learn that you're having a positive experience with our product! We sincerely hope that your enjoyment persists. Please reach out to us at 1800-5929-541 or [email protected], ticket number 61564, if you have more suggestions and feedback. Thank you vivitar

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Drone Power!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I recently got my hands-on a helicopter drone and it's been an incredible experience.The precision and stability of this drone are unmatched making it perfect for aerial fun. The controls are intubative and the drone's performances impressive even in mind in windy conditions. Whether you're a hobbiest or a pro destroyed but elevate your adventures to new heights highly recommended

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
      Posted .

      Hi, We are delighted to learn that you're having a positive experience with our product! We sincerely hope that your enjoyment persists. Please reach out to us at 1800-5929-541 or [email protected], quoting ticket number 60828, if you have more suggestions and feedback. Thank you. vivitar

  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Don't waste your money

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Unfortunately we returned this item. It doesn't work.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, Thanks for reaching out. We're sorry to know that the unit is not as expected.Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] quoting ticket number 348064, we will take this as a feedback . Thank you. vivitar

  • Pros mentioned:
    Packaging

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Remote control

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The person I got it for really liked it, delivery was faster than expected and packaging was sturdy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi Sarah, We're delighted to learn that you're having a positive experience with our product! We sincerely hope that your enjoyment persists. Please reach out to us at 18005929541 or [email protected] quoting ticket number 60274, if you have any more suggestions/feedback for us. Thank you. vivitar

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Remote Copter

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great remote copter at a Great Price. Best Buy is my first and last place to go online or in store to purchase electronics.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Vivitar Customer Service
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      Hi, We are delighted to learn that you're having a positive experience with our product! We sincerely hope that your enjoyment persists. Please reach out to us at 1800-5929-541 or [email protected], ticket number 61465, if you have more suggestions and feedback. Thank you vivitar

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