Best Remote Control Cars in 2022 [Buying Guide] – Gear Hungry (2024)

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Laegendary Remote Control Car

The Laegendary Remote Control Car is ultra-tough, lightning-quick, and easy to set up and use. It’s everything you want from an RC car, without all the pain of having to build it from scratch. With this awesome little machine, you’ll be able to hold your ground with even the most impressive modified RC cars at the track. It has a unique dual-battery system that gives you around 30 minutes of runtime off a single charge (which takes 90-120 minutes). Plus, if that’s not enough, you can buy aftermarket batteries and keep the fun going.

The performance of this truck is guaranteed to blow your mind. It can reach speeds of up to 30mph and comes with oversized off-road wheels and clearance of two inches that allow the truck to go pretty much anywhere. Whether you’re on tarmac, gravel, or grass, this truck will show no signs of slowing down. It also has oil-filled metal shocks and a tough plastic body that withstand a huge impact. Another impressive feature on the Laegendary Remote Control Car is that you can control it from 250 feet away. If you’ve got good enough eyesight, you can really put some distance between yourself and the car.

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Prextex Pack of 2 Cartoon RC Police Car and Race Car

The Prextex RC Pack comes with easily fixable action figures to give your kids more play instances. A police vehicle, a racing vehicle a policeman and a racing character make up a typical Pretexx RC Pack. Play action with this gadget is made even better with the really cool sounds and lighting effects it makes. From sirens to honking sounds, this kid-friendly RC pack is designed to bring the curious genius out of your child. The pack also features a remote controller which has a steering wheel design, to give your kids the flexibility of steering well and for better control.

Another exciting feature about the Prextex RC Pack is that your child can control two cars at the same time, as both remotes, all long-range, operate using different frequencies that do not interfere with each other whilst in use. To get the pack up and running you’d need 5 AA batteries, 3 for the cars and 2 for the remotes. So whether it’s taking on a racing challenge with friends or chasing the bad guys, give your kids the joy of playing with this exciting pack, to aid their creativity and cognitive development.

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Amicool RC Cars Stunt Car Toy

Imagine your kid having their own AWD vehicle built stunts and for racing. Cool right? It’s rugged rubber wheels make stunting easy with the controls including a spin, 360-degree tumble and flips to keep your kids entertained for hours on end. The car itself is firm on the ground, not easily movable and is easy to control. Designed with safe and certified environmental ABS plastic, this toy is very safe for your kids as it does not contain toxic elements. A powerful racer with a 2.4GHz powered control, the Amicool Stunt RC operates at a top speed of 7.5 km/h, and with the extra stunts and maneuvers that have made it such a popular toy, it is a complete all-round play buddy for indoor and outdoor games.

It also features a shockproof and collision-proof build, to add to the many features that made it one of our top picks. What’s more, its stylish controller is ergonomically designed to fit into the hand and is pretty lightweight too. It can be used together with other RC cars as well, so no need to worry about interfering frequencies. Overall, the Amicool Stunt RC is not the fastest compared to similar products, but is versatile and performs really well too.

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BEZGAR Remote Control Car

The BEZGAR Remote Control Car is designed to take big impacts. If you’re not a seasoned RC car racer, you’re probably going to spend half of your time crashing into stuff, so you need something that can take the hit. With its strong alloy frame and shockproof body, it’s super resistant to collisions. It’s also got large crash-proof bumpers on the front and rear that stop it from getting damaged if it crashes or rolls over.

Underneath the hood, there’s an electric motor powered by two 6V 800mAh Ni-MH batteries. This system gives you about 20 minutes of runtime (at full power) and takes around 180 minutes to fully charge. The max speed is around 20-25 km/h, so it’s not the fastest RC car on this list but it’s still got enough pace to compete. We were also impressed by the wireless control system that runs on a 2.7GHz frequency. You can control the car anywhere within 50 meters and it has a non-jamming function that lets multiple users run on the same frequency.

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Traxxas Stampede Monster Remote Control Car

Type – Monster Truck

This one’s a bit of a beast. Another great RC car from Traxxas, this truck is a bit more heavy-duty than the Rustler. It’s got 4 studded, off-road tires making it slower on tarmac, but an absolute machine on gravel, or any other rough surface. The body is well-built too. Due to the four-pronged suspension and flexible chassis, this truck will take an impact well.

Under the hood, it’s got a Titan 12-Turn 550 modified motor, with a Revo-Spec Torque-Control slipper clutch. If you’re not a complete RC nut, then you’ll have no idea what that means. Basically, it will push the Traxxas Stampede Monster Truck to over 30 mph, even on rough ground. That’s pretty impressive for a monster truck!

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HBX All-Terrain RC Car 18859E

Type – Stadium Truck

The HBX All-Terrain RC Car 18859E is one of the best ready-to-run RC cars for beginners and kids. It’s cheap at only $69.80 and has some pretty impressive stats for its price. The manufacturer claims it will hit 30mph+ and has a radio distance of 280 feet. It’s not as well-waterproofed as its more expensive rivalsbut will still stand a few splashes.

You get around 10 minutes driving from a 60-minute charge, which really isn’t bad considering how other RC cars perform. And, you can charge it using a USB charger which makes it convenient, if you are out in the car. For the price, you really can’t beat this one!Our handy guide to the amazing educational toys features more great products like this.

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JEYPOD Remote Control Car

This product is built to perform relatively well on rough and smooth-surfaced roads alike, using its rugged tires to give it a firm grip to the road while in use. It also uses shock-resistant springs to shield the car against rugged terrains. The JEYPOD Remote Control car is tough on durability, and its perhaps one of the best you can find on the market today, with a crash-resistant obstruction designed to shield the front of the car from the impact of collision and when the car runs into walls.

The features of this product are exciting as they are functional, and is the reason it made it to our list in the first place. First is it’s powerful 2.4GHz remote for controlling movements of the car. The remote comes with four batteries to keep the car running for long. With an ergonomic design that makes for firm holding, the remote is also lightweight and easy to use too. It can be used within a distance range of up to 80 meters and can race at up to 20 km per hour. What’s more, the remote also features an interference-resistant feature that allows it to be used within the same range as other remotes and still function. The RC also features a robust motor that propels the car into motion and to perform various maneuvers and we absolutely love the waterproof feature; so you needn’t worry about your kids playing with their car in wet weather conditions. Lastly, the car itself built with healthy parts to ensure your child’s safety while playing.