ETPlanet Hand-Operated Gesture-Control Flying Toy Drone

Hand-Operated: The ETPlanet Hand Operated Flying Toy Drone is a compact, gesture-controlled flying toy with claimed obstacle-sensing, LED lighting and USB charging. It is aimed at beginner indoor play, though customer feedback is mixed on battery life, durability and flight behaviour.

At a glance

Hand gestures are listed as the control method, with the product description claiming that hand movement guides the drone.
The listing claims obstacle avoidance and a protective webbed shell around the propellers.
Colourful LEDs are claimed to change flashing modes during flight.
USB charging is described, with a stated full-charge time of about 35–45 minutes and working duration of 6–10.

Price

£20.39Save 15%

Reference price: ~~£23.99~~

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Gesture control avoids the need for a separate remote, which the listing says is not included.
The compact listed dimensions and protective shell design suit supervised play in a clear indoor space.
The listed charging time and runtime give buyers a stated expectation for short play sessions.

Cons

No remote control is included, so operation relies on the listed gesture-control method.

Technical specifications

17 specifications

Identity
Brand	ETPlanet
Model	ETPlanet Hand Operated Flying Toy Drone for Kids

Connectivity and controls
Wireless connection listed	USB
Control type	Gesture Control
Skill level	Beginner

Power and battery
Battery type	Lithium Ion
Batteries included	Yes
Charging time	About 35-45 minutes full charge
Working duration	6-10 working duration

Materials and protection
Material listed	ABS, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene
Listed special features	Portable, Lightweight, Obstacle Avoidance

Size and appearance
Colour	Blue
Dimensions	9L x 9W x 3H centimetres
LED lighting	12 cool Colorful LED lights

Sensors and flight
Optical sensor technology	optical flow, air pressure
Supported image format	JPEG
Remote included	No

What to know before buying

The listed 6–10 working duration does not specify a unit or operating conditions. Customer feedback reports mixed battery life, durability and flight performance, including both stable flight and crashes, so treat runtime and handling as uncertain in practice.

What’s in the box

Included

Battery
Propeller
Power adapter
User manual

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Children or families seeking a beginner-oriented hand-guided flying toy for supervised indoor play.
Buyers looking for a small flying toy with colourful LEDs and USB charging.

Less suited to

Anyone looking for a conventional remote-controlled drone, since no remote is listed.
Buyers who need dependable long runtime or assured durability, given the mixed customer feedback.

ETPlanet Hand-Operated Gesture-Control Flying Toy Drone · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.2 / 5 · 812 ratings

5 stars66%66%
4 stars14%14%
3 stars8%8%
2 stars4%4%
1 star8%8%

Customer feedback describes the toy as fun and fairly easy to use, with some reporting quick charging and enjoyable family play. Reports are mixed on battery life, reliability, durability, value and flight behaviour. For buyers considering short, supervised play, the hands-on control and compact listed size are relevant, but the stated runtime lacks a unit and customer reports do not establish consistent flight or longevity.

Positive themes

Customers describe it as fun and entertaining.
Some customers report that it is fairly easy to use and charges quickly.

Mixed feedback

Customer reports differ on battery life and reliability, with some saying it works well and others describing short-lived charge or operation.
Durability and flight performance receive mixed reports, ranging from durable and stable to short-lived or prone to crashing.
Opinions on value are divided.