Why is there such a disparity in price between this lazertag set and the $50 one from Hasbro? I am looking for a lazertag for my 11 year old son and I was wondering why one is $196 vs $50.
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I have last year's model (the one listed now for $196+ on amazon) and it comes with three features that the newer model (2009 version) is not packaged with. The older model came with a sight, shot gun attachment (allows you to take off 3 lives for an accurate hit), and the attachment for the TV plug and play game (It has been played once by my boys). It looks like Hasbro is going to be selling the attachments separately. To give you an idea on cost, the older model sold last Christmas at Costco for around $70. and at Target for around $85.00. So, I don't know what the attachments will cost with the $50. model, but I assume it won't be the same, or they would have kept the older packaging. Regardless, the price of $196+ is way too high. I guess it is "supply and demand." Or just very greedy people. The toy is awesome. We have four guns, and have a ton of fun playing together as a family. I have to admit the shotgun attachment is really cool. The sight is helpful for sniper shots but not close battles. Hope I helped! Shana
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Colorful items sells what appears to be the same machine for 3 or more prices.The descriptions used differ slightly but the machines look to be the same.If go to thier website they only sell one machine and its $250so why are there machines here on amazon for $175?
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I agree. It's $14.99 at ToysRus and looks to be the exact same set based on description and photos. Sorta disappointed in Amazon...
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I ordered the Hispanic version from walmart.com for $39.97. The price difference is the retailer making a quick buck. I would have preferred the AA version, but since they are nowhere to be found.... It is my daughter's birthday gift, and the only thing she wants. I wish these companies would stop advertising dolls they are not producing.
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The price seems to be the lowest when there are only a few(1-4)models left. I bought mine last week when Amazon only had three left and the price was about $80 dollars less than today. I have noticed this before that when they get a new shipment the price is $2000 and when only a few left it goes down to $1800.
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The price is for one blaster. Amazon now offers them for $6.35 or a 2-pack for $11.35. You might want to check again for a lower price. They are lots of fun. Our grandchildren love them!
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it doesn't normally cost anywhere close. It's $149.99 direct from buttkicker or $129 at other outlets. Those prices are for the version 2 which fixed an issue with the power amp overheating on the version 1 (this one makes no reference to version so one must assume he is selling the first version). Some goofballs price items this way so they can make people feel that they are getting a deal by posting the amazon link and then asking $300 or some funky number.
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It's a great starter set. My kids love it. I believe it comes with two, or at least one. You can always get more at toys r us. They are under $5 or less. Good luck
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When I bought them they were about $35.00 for 96. They are advertised at other sites for $34.99 for 86. I have ordered from Amazon, and other sites and have been told after my order was placed that the item had been back ordered since fall of 2013. If they are not available, why are they even listed?
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yesterday I was going to get one for my son for his birthday, put it in my cart. they were 40 bucks. came back today to order and they are 90 bucks. forget it....
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Colorful items sells what appears to be the same machine for 3 or more prices. The descriptions used differ slightly but the machines look to be the same. If go to thier website they only sell one machine and its $250 so why are there machines here on amazon for $175?
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It's nice, the one at Toys R Us is better for about the same price. My kids have had hours of fun making them.
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There is no difference, people are selling this on eBay for $399.00 b/c they know that parents are desperate to get one for Xmas. These sellers are greedy!
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I agree wholeheartedly. I don't understand the price difference. I went out and bought it at my local Walmart for $3.87. If Amazon came anywhere close to that I would order it from them, but I can't justify the price right now.
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Just wondering if anyone knows- can you buy the wireless motion tags separately from the game?? I just called Hasbro and the girl had no idea, she forwarded me to consumer affairs, but I keep getting a busy signal. Since there are games for two players, I assume you can buy motion tags, but where?? My four year old already lost one tag!! HELP!! **FOLLOW UP NOTE** You can only get the motion tags separately if you call Hasbro. If you need replacement tags, call 800-844-3733 and they will ship you your tags. **
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I have the same question....I bought mine 2 years ago for $51...now it's $400+? I wanted to buy one for a friend who loved mine...I was willing to spend up to $75 for a gift..but $400? No way
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I can't figure it out myself. My son has one, exactly as pictured, and it's a nice toy, but $40 nice not $300 nice. There is absolutely no reason this should be so expensive, unless of course it came with Handy Manny live and in the flesh, and he just appears whenever something around the house is broken and fixes it for you with hassle and at no additional cost.