I'm thinking about buying this for an 11 1/2 year old. Will he outgrow this one too quickly...or should I get a more sophisticated or larger one?
316753
Depends on the child. If he just wants to find any and everything then this is the one for him. Lots of fun. Now if he wants to select what type metal he is looking for then you will need to up grade. They are all fun and there is plenty beneath the ground to find. As your youth learns if he sticks with it he will want a more sophisticated one. He will enjoy whichever you get him. Happy hunting
316754
I guess it would depend on how tall he or she is. It does expand a bit, but even at the longest length it isn't too large for my 6-year-old (50 inches tall) to use... so I'm guessing that it would seem small for a 12 year old...
316755
My son is 8 and its perfect height for him. But also it extends too. (So I can use it also, lol) Its a good little detector, I'd say it'd be good for an 11 year old. If its his/her first one I'd say this one for sure. Hope that helps!
868569
Yes, I think it might be too short for a 6-year-old. I have a three-year-old and although she loves it, I can see that she is starting to grow a little tall for it. I have seen taller kitchens available, so going that route might be safer. :)
1419081
I purchased for my nephew; he was turning 7 and he loved it! My kids had a similar one at age 6. I think it depends on the child.
290401
This is a great heavy duty and well built go kart but your 11 year old is pretty much right at the limit sizewise. Even if he can get in to it it will only be for a month or two at best. I would say you should get a bigger kart.
643836
Well, I definitely got it early, as my son was just over 1 year, but he loves it more everyday! It is big enough for at least a five year old to play with, but if you want it to last for a couple of years I would maybe get the Step 2 -Home Depot bench, which is larger!
1337078
maybe at first, but not once it's broken in. I wouldn't get it for an 11 year old. My toddler is using it currently and already outgrowing it.
2190742
If they are big 11-year-olds, you may want to get something bigger. My 9-year old still finds it useful, but he can kick over the top of it now.
443120
My son is 6 and it fits him good But once he started drum lessons we have realized it's too small. To play on its fine for him but definitely not if your interested In learning to play well. I would say go the next step up for anyone over 8 years old.
1842976
I bought this for my grandson who just turned 2, (he's big for his age). He is still getting the hang of it and likes it. I'm certain a smaller child would grow into it rather quickly.
194226
We used it from 4 months and still use it every now and then (my son is currently 11 ½ months old). It is definitely a go-to toy when I just need to be hands free for a couple of minutes, but he's outgrown staying in it much longer than 5 minutes at a time. At 8 months, we probably used it several times a day still, but it might not be worth the $ at this point. I would be more concerned with the height. At 30 inches, my son is at the last height level, and I'm pretty sure that's the maximum recommended height, too. We'll probably pack it up right around his birthday...
2224261
We bought two of these for our 2 1/2 year old twin boys for Christmas, and they love them. They are bigger than they look, and they go fast (I have to run to keep up with them). Unless your boy is tall for his age, I would recommend getting a smaller one or holding off 6 months or so for this big of a quad. My boys started riding smaller quads at 1 1/2 years old so they were used to them and ready for this size. Good luck!
1071614
I bought it for my 1 year old nephew and he is still a little to small for it. I would reccomend it for a 2 year old and up.
1694975
We have the 10 inch one and it is great for kids and adults. I think the bigger one would be harder for little.
1581969
If she's tall, it might not be the best purchase for her as she would likely outgrow it very quickly. My almost 6 year old fits in it well, but she's extremely small for her age.
424797
It is perfect for the 2 year old but the 4 year old will outgrow it quickly. I bought it for a 6 year old and she couldn't sit in it because it was way too small. I gave it away to someone with a 2 year old so I don't have it anymore.
1021430
Yes, I think 3 is still a good age for this. My daughter is just over 2 and she's very tall for her age & I don't think she'll outgrow it any time soon. So the size is good for a 3 year old & its a very fun gift!
143387
Most of the boys I have using it are 11 & 12 years old and in the 5' - 5'5" range. I know this isn't answering your question, but they have a little room to grow in it. Hope this helps!