If driving around in circles is too boring for you, then these, spinning, tumbling, flipping, RC stunt cars are for you! From driving over water to gravity-defying wall climbers, we find the best.
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The Top-Rated RC Stunt Cars (2020)
| Make & Model | Type | Stunts | Editor’s Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amicool 4WD RC Stunt Car | Flip Car | 180° flips, 360° rotating, spinning, tumbling, 180° swing | 5.0 |
| Tuptoel 2-in-1 Amphibious RC Stunt Car | Amphibious | 360° spins and flips on land and water! | 4.5 |
| Air Hogs Zero Gravity Wall Climbing RC Car | Wall Climbing | Drives on floors, up walls & even upside down on the ceiling! | 4.5 |
RC FLIP CARS
DOUBLE THE FUN!
You needn’t worry about crashing with these flip cars as they all have the ability to drive upside down!
1.Amicool 4WD RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 5.0/5.0
Flip| 1:28 Scale | Ages 6+
With a design that makes tackling any surface, any obstacle, even any wall with ease, the Amicool Stunt Car is unstoppable! With a rotating axis on each side, the wheels not only allow for driving on both sides of the car but can also roll themselves over obstacles with no drop in speed, thanks to the ability to lift one side to match any differences in terrain. Meaning there’s less time flipping back and forth in a line, and all with smooth controls that make it perfect for stunt racing. And it can even pull off some impressive spins too!
- The Pros: Handles any terrain with ease!
- The Cons: No rechargeable battery
Top Speed: 7.5 mph
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 1:28
Stunts: 180° flips, 360° rotating, spinning, tumbling, 180° swing
Run Time: 25 minutes
Charge Time: (Not rechargeable)
Batteries: 2xAA’s, 4xAAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 6+
2.Cyclone Mini 4WD RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.8/5.0
Flip | 3.15” x 2.75” | Ages 6+
Top Speed: N/A
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4 GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 3.15” x 2.75”
Stunts: 180° flips, 360° rotating, spinning, tumbling, Cyclone mode: Hit Cyclone Mode on the remote and watch it perform insane tricks, flips, and rumble on both sides – all on its own
Run Time: 17 minutes
Charge Time: 15 minutes
Batteries: Rechargeable, Li-Po battery in vehicle recharged from the controller – 2xAA’s (Not included)
Recommended Age: 6+
- What we like: Easy intuitive controls and crazy turns and flips!
- What we don’t: Flimsy charging cable
The Cyclone mini is a flipping stunt racer that’s reminiscent of the old Tomy designs popular in the 90s, but with a size that’ll fit in your pocket! With its big chunky 4×4 wheels that reach far over the body, allowing for flips over walls and jumps without a single stop in action. And with it’s dedicated Cyclone button, watch it kick up dirt while it spins up a storm! With a 15 minute charge giving a 17-minute playtime, this is a great pickup for all ages.
3.Sinovan 4WD RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Flip | 2.8″ x 6.6″ x 8″ | Ages 3+
Top Speed: N/A
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4 GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 2.8″ x 6.6″ x 8″
Stunts: 180° flips, 360° rotating, spinning, tumbling, 180° swing
Run Time: 15-20 minutes
Charge Time: 20 minutes
Batteries: Rechargeable, 3.7v Li-Ion battery in vehicle recharged from the controller – 2xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 3+
- What we like: Easy, quick charging, and 15-20 minutes of run time
- What we don’t: Some designs easier to control than others.
With a range of models and designs, Sinovan’s miniature racing line is an exciting selection of unique designs, ranging from trike styles, four-wheel flipping stunt cars, to tiny wheelie machines. With multiple vehicles able to race at the same time thanks to its 2.4GHz connection, and with all models ready to be charged with a standard micro USB cable, there’s always an opportunity to host a race or stunt competition. And it’s chunky rubber tires means it can handle any surface with ease!
4.Fisca 4WD RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Flip | 5.52″ x 5.12″ x 2.95” | Ages 5+
Top Speed: N/A
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4 GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 5.52″ x 5.12″ x 2.95″
Stunts: 180° flips, 360° rotating, spinning, tumbling, 180° swing, Blooming maneuver
Run Time: 8-12 minutes
Charge Time: 120 minutes
Batteries: Rechargeable, 3.7v 400mAh Li-Ion battery in vehicle recharged from the controller – 2xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 5+
- The Pros: Superfast spins and flips! Reasonably priced
- The Cons: Build quality feels cheap
For a variation on the 4×4 flipper, Fisca’s stunt car has a split wheel design similar to the Amicool, but with a detail that makes all the difference when it comes to the stunts that it can perform. Instead of rotating on an axis, the left and right sides of the vehicle expand outwards in an angled V formation. In effect, this spreads the wheels out, which, when combined with its powerful motors, effortlessly leap up, leaving the rear wheels to kick up some insane 360 spins! With the LED lights on the front wheels, this “Blooming maneuver” (Affectionately named after the famous “Death Blossom” scene from 1984’s The Last Starfighter) kicks up a storm while delivering an impressive light show too!
5.Taylor Toy Tough N’ Tumble 4WD RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Flip | 1:10 Scale | Ages 6+
Top Speed: N/A
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4 GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 1:10
Stunts: 180° flips, 360° rotating, spinning, tumbling
Run Time: N/A
Charge Time: (Not rechargeable)
Batteries: 8xAA’s, 1x9V
Recommended Age: 6+
- The Pros Great off-road performance and bouncy jumps!
- The Cons: Battery life isn’t great
For a step up in size, Taylor Toy’s 1:10 scale Tough N’ Tumble is a jump up in both size and performance from the Cyclone. Thanks to its 4″ inflatable rubber wheels, bounces, flips, and jumps, all go one step further! Bounding over ramps and jumps with ease and able to bounce on the spot thanks to the increased spring offered. While the controller isn’t the most comfortable, control is simple and easy for any age, if not the most refined during cornering. Despite lacking a rechargeable battery included in the box, this is still worth a look for some classic flippy fun!
6.BEZGEAR Transforming RC Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Flip | 1:14 Scale | Ages 8+
Top Speed: 12 mph
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 1:14
Stunts: Bionic spine, 2-sided driving
Run Time: 20-30 minutes
Charge Time: 150 minutes
Batteries: Rechargeable, 4.8V 800mAh battery in car recharged from a USB cable, controller – 2xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 8+
- The Pros: Great handling and off-road performance
- The Cons: Controls can be jumpy and will take practice
The Bezgear takes a more rugged approach at the transforming truck, sporting chunky hollow rubber offroad tires. This significant change gives the BEZGEAR some more impressive handling in dirt and rough terrain without the risk of jams to the wheels. What you lose in sideways handling performance is instead made up for, with superior build quality and speed.
AMPHIBIOUS RC CARS
LAND OR SEA!
Why not get wet with these amphibious stunt machines capable of transversing both land and water!
1.SainSmart Jr Amphibious RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Amphibious| 8.6″ x 7.6″ x 4.8“| Ages 8+
Top Speed: 12 mph
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4GHz 6-channel (Forward, Backward, Turn Left, Turn Right, Drive On Land & In Water)
Scale: 8.6″ x 7.6″ x 4.8″
Stunts: 360° spins and flips on land and water! One-click deformation
Run Time: 20-30 minutes
Charge Time: 2-3 hours
Batteries: Rechargeable battery with included USB charging cable
Control Range: Up to 50ft
Recommended Age: 8+
- The Pros Seamless transforming from a boat to a tank!
- The Cons: Not the fastest
With a transforming body that seamlessly swaps between on-land tank treaded tumbler, to an amphibious boat with free movement in the water. This multi-functional model is an excellent package for those looking for more than just control on the roads. With a striking black and neon green design, it stands out from the crowd, and its easy controls make it simple for anyone to pick up and play. The tank treads offer excellent grip on both dirt and grass, and thanks to having deep grooves for fast acceleration and turning within the water too! With a press of a button, the front and back of the tank fold out to offer extra buoyancy and prevents tipping while floating. Anyone with a pool or open bodies of water nearby, this is an excellent option for those that want the fun to continue even when the land runs out!
2.Blexy Multifunction Amphibious Tank
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Amphibious | 8.7″ x 8.3″ x 4.3″| Ages 8+
Top Speed: 12 mph
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4GHz 6-channel (Forward, Backward, Turn Left, Turn Right, Drive On Land & In Water)
Scale: 8.7″ x 8.3″ x 4.3“
Stunts: 360° spins and flips on land and water!
Run Time: 15-20 minutes
Charge Time: 120 minutes
Batteries: x2 Rechargeable, 6v 700mAh battery in vehicle recharged from the included USB cable – 2xAA’s (Included)
Control Range: 200ft on land, 100ft on water
Recommended Age: 8+
- The Pros Amphibious flipping stunts!
- The Cons: Controller isn’t the most comfortable
With a flipping design that handles any bumps, jumps, and terrains with ease, the Blexy is an amphibious flip car that can offer the same stunts on both land and water! With the front wheels being slightly smaller than the rears, pulling a fast reverse flips the car over to speed off in the opposite direction. Taking the car to the water offers the same level of control and stunts. It’s easy controls, while not the most comfortable, are functional and responsive with 2.4GHz giving a fast and long reach, although effective range suffers slightly while over water. What’s good is the addition of 2 rechargeable batteries, helping to keep the action going with one, while charging another with a battery bank while taking the Blexy out into the wild!
3.Tuptoel 2-in-1 Amphibious RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Amphibious | 1:16 Scale| Ages 8+
Top Speed: 16.24 mph
Radio System: Steer wheel style, 2.4GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 1:16
Stunts: 360° spins and flips on land and water!
Run Time:
Charge Time: 2-3 hours
Batteries: Rechargeable, 6v 700mAh battery in vehicle recharged from the controller – 2xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 8+
- The Pros Great off-road performance and bouncy jumps!
- The Cons: Battery life isn’t great
For a step up in size, Taylor Toy’s 1:10 scale Tough N’ Tumble is a jump up in size and performance from the Cyclone. Thanks to its 4″ inflatable rubber wheels, bounces, flips, and jumps, all go one step further! Bounding over ramps and jumps with ease and able to bounce on the spot thanks to the increased spring offered. While the controller isn’t the most comfortable, control is simple and easy for any age, if not the most refined during cornering. Despite lacking a rechargeable battery included in the box, this is still worth a look for some classic flippy fun!
4.STOTOY Waterproof RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Amphibious | 6.9″ x 6.7″ x 6.1″| Ages 8+
Top Speed: 9 mph
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 6.9″ x 6.7″ x 6.1″
Stunts: 360° spins and flips on land and water!
Run Time: 20 minutes
Charge Time: N/A
Batteries: Rechargeable, 4.8v 700mAh battery in car recharged from a USB cable, controller – 2xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 8+
- The Pros Amphibious performance with IPX5 waterproofing
- The Cons: A little on the slow side
This amphibious flipping RC from StoToy is another offering that can handle any surface with ease. What it lacks in speed compared to the offering from Tuptoel, it gains in areas of control and stability. With sizeable comfortable gamepad style controllers, handling is a breeze for any age. Its inner rubber ring helps to stabilize and balance the body, and with its support, the car can completely submerge and perform flips and rolls even from within the water! With its curved shape, no matter what angle the car finds itself, it’ll always be able to self-right without any help from the driver!
WALL CLIMBING RC CARS
GRAVITY-DEFYING!
These machines defy physics by climbing up walls & can even drive upside down on the ceiling!
1.Air Hogs, Zero Gravity Laser-Guided Wall Climbing RC Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Wall climbing | 6.9″ x 6.7″ x 6.1″| Ages 8+
Top Speed: N/A
Radio System: Steer wheel style, 2.4GHz
Scale: N/A
Stunts: Drive on walls, ceilings, and ground (Controlled by an LED “laser” light beam, point it anywhere you want the Zero Gravity Laser to drive and it will follow!)
Run Time: N/A
Charge Time: N/A
Batteries: Rechargeable battery in vehicle recharged from the included USB cable – 3xAAA’s (Not Included)
Recommended Age: 8+
- The Pros: Antigravity wall climbing action!
- The Cons: Indoors use only
Air-hogs have a compelling experience for anyone who’s a fan of the anti-gravity racing of shows like Speed Racer or video games such as the Wipeout series. This laser-guided, wall climbing racer brings the experience to life! With a vacuum built into the car, it effortlessly sticks and races up walls, ceilings, and more! While the surface of the wall has to be smooth, such as gloss paint or glass doors, once it’s on, it’s seamless to drive around. Control is handled with a unique laser-guided system. Merely pointing the LED laser ahead of the car, will guide it to the laser’s location. While not a direct form of control that some may be looking for, it’s nonetheless a blast watching the cars race around and dodge picture frames and doorways! There’s also an option of a compact carrying case to keep everything together!
BEST OF THE REST
THE ODD ONES!
They might not have found their way into our other picks, but they still deserve a place on this list!
1.WomToy Mini RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.2/5.0
Stunt | 4.3″ x 3.9″ 3.15″ | Ages 3+
Top Speed: N/A
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 4.3″ x 3.9″ 3.15″
Stunts: Drift mode, 360° in-situ rotation, standing mode
Run Time: 20 minutes
Charge Time: (Not rechargeable)
Batteries: 5xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 3+
- The Pros Spins, Wheelies and programable routines!
- The Cons: Small remote buttons are sometimes quite stiff
This RC truck takes a slightly different approach to rear-wheel stunts with this programable offering from WomToy. With a hinged body, the car can kick itself up onto the back wheels with ease, supported by the rear wheelie bar. All this while also having reliable driving performance on all four wheels that can turn the car left and right without requiring flipping to do it. However, you can also program the truck to follow simple routines thanks to its watch-style remote. While a little on the small side, for both the car and the controller, it’s quick and easy to pick up and program in commands. An excellent introduction to programable robots with an easy to understand example that’s fun to watch too!
2.Vaiyer 2-in-1 RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
2-IN1 | Ages 8+
Top Speed: N/A
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: N/A
Stunts: Interchangeable Toy bubble blaster and water gun top, sideways drifting
Run Time: 40 minutes
Charge Time: 3 hours
Batteries: Rechargeable, 700mAh NiMH battery in car recharged from a USB cable, controller – 2xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 8+
- The Pros Includes an interchangeable water blaster and a bubble machine!
- The Cons: Wet dirt in the rollers can jam if not cleaned out
For those that are looking not only for some high-speed stunts but competitive action, the Vaiyer 2-in-1 RC Stunt Car has some tricks in store for any unsuspecting onlookers! Featuring the same roller-based wheel designs as seen on a lot of spinning-focused models, this can do all of the sideways drift maneuvers and movements as picks like the Lesgos, but its real party piece here is the interchangeable gun turrets for the chassis! By simply attaching either a water cannon or bubble blaster, there’s tons of fun to have maneuvering tight corners and obstacles to soak your friends, all before quickly darting off! Its suspension helps take any jumps off-road, and with comfortable, easy controls, anyone can take control.
3.Hacktoys Invincible Tornado Twister Truck
Editor’s Rating: 4.6/5.0
Flip | 8″ x 7″ x 6.5″| Ages 3+
Top Speed: N/A
Radio System: Gamepad style, 40MHz/ 49MHz 4-channel (forward, backward)
Scale: 8″ x 7″ x 6.5″
Stunts: 360° Tumbling, Bright and colorful LED lights, Spiral spins, flips, 360° front axle spins, wheelies, translucent tires/wheels light up
Run Time: 30 minutes
Charge Time: 90 minutes
Batteries: Rechargeable, 4.8V 500mAh 4-cell Ni-Cd battery in car recharged from a USB cable, controller – 2xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 3+
Buying for 2 kids? Get one BLUE and one RED so that they can play together!
- The Pros: Spinning stunts with an LED light show, mute switch
- The Cons: Lack of proper steering control
Full of LEDs, the Tornado Twister from Haktoys can spin up a light show in seconds! With a twisting front axle, the Tornado can flip its front wheels and spin itself along, rolling over itself and dancing to the selection of musical clips reminiscent of an early 2000’s disco. With a flick of the acceleration, you can kick the front wheels up and ride along on the rear wheelie bar! While only supporting older MHz connections, different color options do use different frequencies, allowing multiple to race together! While not designed for serious racing or handling, it’s flashy spins and stunts are great for entertaining younger kids.
4.Atlasonix 4WD RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.0/5.0
Flip| 7” x 5” | Ages 3+
Top Speed: N/A
Radio System: Gamepad style, MHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: 7” x 5”
Stunts: 360° flipping, side roll, dancing
Run Time: N/A
Charge Time: (Not rechargeable)
Batteries: 5xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 3+
- The Pros: Budget thrills and sturdy build
- The Cons: Small remote and short-range
At a budget offering, the Atlasonix RC stunt car is similar in design to the Tornado, but saving some cash for the omission of the flashing LEDs and instead goes for a sleeker black, red and white look. It’s also relatively small, coming in just at 7” X 5” and its small form factor means it’s durability and low profile takes bumps and jumps in its stride. The spinning front wheels are great for showing off stunts, and with the included six safety cones, you can even create your very own courses to navigate! There’s also a lack of music or sound effects, which, if you’re the parent of the driver, maybe a good thing!
5.OYE HOYE RC Stunt Car
Editor’s Rating: 4.2/5.0
Flip | Ages 6+
Top Speed: 6 mph
Radio System: Gamepad style, 2.4GHz 4-channel (forward, backward, right and left)
Scale: N/A
Stunts: 360° flipping and tumbling, upright 90° walking
Run Time: 30 minutes
Charge Time: 90 minutes
Batteries: x2 Rechargeable, 3.7V 500mAh batteries in car recharged from a USB cable, controller – 2xAA’s (not included)
Recommended Age: 6+
- The Pros Super easy controls
- The Cons: Not the easiest to control in a straight race
In a merge of ideas between the spinning front wheels of the Tornado, mixed with the transforming body of the XIXOV comes this offering from Oye Hoye. With a body that can collapse together to form a tight little four-wheel stunt car that’s perfect for jumps, wheelies, and rolls, to extending its coiled chassis to stretch to a sleek and speedy racer that’s perfect for fast straights! When extended, it’s great at throwing its weight around thanks to the spinning front axle. The big rubber tires offer excellent grip on flat surfaces even when upside down, and handles off-road obstacles with no problems. While its design screams like a brand deal with Monster Energy, it’s performance and versatility are perfect for someone looking for something that ticks all the boxes of a flipping, spinning stunt car!
RC Stunt Car Buying Advice
Expandability
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Volume
Depending on if your kids will be playing in your vicinity, and how much noise you can tolerate, one thing to consider is the option of a mute button to allow your kids to play while also keeping yourself sane. While this might not be a problem if your child plays with their toys in their own room. If they are instead frequently playing in areas with other people, having a mute switch can be a lifesaver.
Interactive Features
Run time & Batteries
With smaller sizes, come more humble performance. With some models containing rechargeable batteries that are powered from the remote, playtime may be as short as a few minutes burst at a time. However those with larger internal batteries, or models that use standard disposable batteries, run time can last much longer, but with a considerable wait for charging. It’s essential to be realistic about the amount of time you expect to run at one time. If longer, uninterrupted play sessions are important, you may wish to invest in a larger model.
Remote Control Types
Dual Stick
The most common remotes you will find come in 2 distinct styles. One is the more traditional “Dual stick” type transmitter, using a more familiar gamepad style layout, with steering and acceleration placed on individual sticks, with any extra functions placed around these.
Gun Style
The alternative is the more recent “Gun” style transmitter. With a trigger for acceleration and braking, and a steering wheel style dial for turning left and right.
App Control
Most camera-enabled RC Cars can be controlled using an included remote. However, you may find some include extra options when paired with a companion smartphone app.
Some may allow for things like Gyroscopic or Touch controlled steering via the app, which may or may not be more responsive than using the included remote.
Connectivity
Connectivity is an important factor to consider depending on your ideal use scenario.
Most radio-controlled models today tend to use 2.4GHz connections, which are much more user-friendly, enable more devices to be used simultaneously and are less prone to interference.
Another connection type that is becoming more common is Bluetooth remote control models, which can be controlled using a smartphone via an app often included with the car itself.
However, for camera-enabled cars, most will use an Ad-Hoc Connection to your device using WiFi. In some cases (See the SunFounder Pi enabled car) models can also be controlled via web servers for even greater range limited only by the connection to the car itself.
On limited occasions, you may find Infrared (IR) remotes being used, which can be limited by factors such as distance and line of sight.
In rare instances, controls may also be tethered to the device physically with a cable.
The control range is dependent on a lot of factors, ranging from the connection type, distance, obstructing objects or walls, and the strength of the antenna in your device or smartphone.
Channels
In most cases when talking about RC remote channels, most are referring to the number of channels you can assign each car and remote to. This is to prevent signals from one remote affecting an unintended car.
However within the context of RC products such as Excavators, and other such vehicles that are doing more than just turning and steering, the term “Channels” is referring to the individual signals, and therefore the individual commands that the transmitter can send and receive.
For example, an RC Car that only turns and accelerates, will typically only have 2-channels. One for each function. With an Excavator that has many functions that require additional motors, such as rotating the cab, these will all be assigned a different radio frequency channel. This allows it to control that function independently without affecting other parts of the excavator.
With this in mind, the number of “Channels”, is referring to the number of individual controls available to the user.
Frequency Numbers
The second thing to consider is the frequency numbers. If devices all use the same frequency, multiple vehicles will all receive the same signal from a single remote. This makes it impossible for multiple children to use different models at the same time.
Some models may have their radios linked to a specific vehicle itself, while others will have selectable channels on both the remote control and the model itself to allow users to pick and choose who controls which vehicle.
Some models may have their radios linked to a specific vehicle itself, while others will have selectable channels on both the remote control and the model itself to allow users to pick and choose who controls which vehicle.
MHz Crystal radios Vs 2.4GHz
A much more obsolete and now rarely seen with the advent of 2.4GHz transmitters are FM Crystal synced transmitters, which work by using the oscillating signal from a tiny quartz crystal.
These work by sending specific frequencies to a receiver set to listen for a signal from the same frequency. They are however prone to all sorts of interference, are limited in the number of available channels due to a set range within government-regulated standards, and require physically modifying the hardware to change signals between devices.
2.4GHz based devices are not limited by these setbacks as they are encoded to listen specifically for it’s set receiver and transmitter when paired together, Thus have widely overtaken the market for modern devices.
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