ETPlanet RM Hand-Controlled Flying Toy Drone with LED Lights

Hand-Controlled Drone: ETPlanet RM is a small, hand-guided flying toy for indoor play, using motion sensors and LED lights rather than a remote control. The listing describes gesture control, obstacle sensing and 360° flips, while the reported 6–10 working duration means play sessions may be brief between charges.

At a glance

Hand-guided control is intended to respond to hand movement near the toy, without a remote.
The listing describes obstacle-sensing motion control and a 360° flip manoeuvre.
Colourful LED lights are described as changing with flight status.
USB charging is listed, with an advertised 35–45 minutes for a full charge and 6–10 working duration.

Price

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Reference price: ~~£23.99~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

No remote is listed, so control is centred on hand gestures rather than a separate transmitter.
Compact listed dimensions of 9L x 9W x 3H centimetres suit a small toy format.
A webbed shell and enclosed propellers are claimed to help protect hands and nearby surfaces.

Cons

The advertised working duration is limited to 6–10, so it may suit short play sessions better than extended flying.

Technical specifications

15 specifications

Identity
Brand	ETPlanet
Model	RM
Colour	Pink
Dimensions	9L x 9W x 3H centimetres

Controls and features
Control type	Gesture Control
Skill level	Beginner
Special features	Portable, Lightweight, Obstacle Avoidance
Optical sensor technology	optical flow
Remote included	No

Power and connectivity
Listed connection	USB
Battery type	Lithium Ion
Batteries included	Yes

Materials
Material listed	ABS, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene

Other listing details
Age range description	Kid
Operating temperature	20 Degrees Celsius

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives an advertised 6–10 working duration but does not state its unit or test conditions. It also conflicts on materials, naming ABS in the specifications and PP in feature copy, and describes 12 lights in one place but colourful LEDs without a count elsewhere. Treat the claims of obstacle avoidance, protected play and indoor or outdoor use as listing descriptions, not confirmed performance.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Children and beginners interested in gesture-guided, short-session flying play.
Buyers looking for a compact toy with colourful lights and USB charging.

Less suited to

Anyone seeking a remote-controlled drone, since the listing says no remote is included.
Buyers prioritising long flight sessions or a clearly specified battery runtime.

ETPlanet RM Hand-Controlled Flying Toy Drone with LED Lights · 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 reports of enjoyable family play and quick charging. Experiences are mixed on reliability, battery life, durability, value and flight stability, including reports of short-lived operation and crashes alongside reports of stable flight. This matters for a gesture-controlled toy advertised for short sessions, but the feedback does not establish how any individual unit will perform.

Positive themes

Customers describe it as fun and easy to use.

Mixed feedback

Feedback is divided on reliability, battery life, durability, value and flight performance.

Frequently asked questions

Does the ETPlanet RM include a remote?

No. The listing states that a remote is not included and describes gesture control instead.

How long does it fly between charges?

The listing advertises 6–10 working duration without specifying a unit or conditions, so treat this as an unclear runtime claim.

How is it charged?

USB charging is listed. The product copy claims a full charge takes about 35–45 minutes.

Is it intended for indoor use?

The listing describes it as suitable for indoor play and also claims outdoor use. Customer feedback is mixed on flight stability, so the claims should not be taken as a performance guarantee.