This review has been updated 4 times since it was first published in January of 2019. Whether you’re into planes, trains and automobiles, superheroes, dinosaurs, or futuristic technology, the toys in this collection have something special to offer. Controlled by apps installed on your smartphone, they offer a wide range of playful interactions, from reenactments of your favorite film sequences to aerial acrobatics and spirited battle-bot competitions among friends. When users buy our independently chosen editorial selections, we may earn commissions to help fund the Review. Skip to the best app controlled toy on Amazon.

8. Just Jump It EZ Steppers
A pair of Just Jump It EZ Steppers (about $12) will bring out the nostalgia in parents and the joy in children. These easy-to-use and endlessly enjoyable items are safe for even younger users, as they elevate their wearer only 5 inches off the ground.
- Textured anti-slip tops
- Durable braided polypropylene lines
- Prone to slipping on hard floors

7. Pentagon Tall Guyz
These Pentagon Tall Guyz (about $132) can be adjusted from 18 to 30 inches, giving contractors and painters plenty of access to the tops of drywall sheets and to most ceilings, in order to make the job much easier. They have a load capacity of 228 pounds.
- Rubber soles for reliable traction
- Lightweight aluminum frames
- Some find foot rests too narrow

6. Flybar Maverick
Everyone in the neighborhood will want to try the Flybar Maverick (around $44). They are readily adjustable, with both the foot platforms and arm bars rising or lowering using a locking pin system. This allows them to be enjoyed by kids of various sizes.
- Oversized footrests
- Wide rubber tips for stability
- Could be more durable

5. Original Walkaroo Xtreme by GeoSpace
The Original Walkaroo Xtreme by GeoSpace (around $60) are designed with an ergonomic S-shaped bend near the tops of their poles. This allows you to tuck them behind your shoulders, adding extra support and stability without putting pressure on your armpits.
- Safe for users well over 6 feet tall
- Strong tubular steel design
- Best for those with some experience

4. Skyrunner Adult Kangaroo
With a pair of Skyrunner Adult Kangaroo (about $285) secured to your legs, you will be able to run faster and jump higher than ever before. These unusual devices can support a user weighing up to 200 pounds and provide both exercise and amusement.
- Great for cardio workout
- Available in several colors
- Difficult to master

3. Alex Toys Ready, Set, Stilts
Being a beginner at anything is tough, but the Alex Toys Ready, Set, Stilts (about $40) make newbies to this activity feel safe and comfortable, thanks to training feet that help teach balance. The soft-grip handles provide a pleasant learning experience, as well.
- Can support up to 110 pounds
- Brightly colored and cheerful
- Include all necessary hardware


2. GypTool Pro
A pair of GypTool Pro (appx. $108) can lift a drywall installer to a dizzying 40 inches off the ground, but this height doesn’t come at the expense of weight, as each set weighs just under 18 pounds. They’re non-marring, too, so they don’t create problems even as they solve them.
- Adjust without tools
- 3-position heel plates
- Dual-spring flex system

1. Hijax Actives by Extex
The Hijax Actives by Extex (about $50) eschew the under-armpit design of many options, instead featuring easy-to-grasp handles that sit at a child’s waist. This allows for both a more natural body position and for more active, fast-paced play once youngsters master their balance.
- Made in the united states
- Aircraft grade aluminum
- Replacement rubber tips available

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