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HOGOKIDS 8083 24-Day RC Robot Advent Calendar

The HOGOKIDS 8083 Advent Calendar is a 24-day building set that assembles into a Santa-themed robot described as controllable by remote and app. Its countdown format combines daily construction with robot play afterwards, though battery details in the listing are inconsistent.

At a glance

  • Builds up over a 24-day Christmas countdown from 483 pieces.
  • The finished robot is presented as a Santa Claus character with a hat, scarf and gift.
  • Listing describes both remote and app control after construction.
  • The product is stated to require assembly and is recommended for ages 6 and up.
Price
£40.99Save 18%

Reference price: £49.99

Price checked: 12 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Combines a daily Advent-calendar building activity with a finished robot for continued play.
  • Remote and app control are both claimed, giving two stated ways to operate the completed build.
  • The festive Santa design makes the theme specific to Christmas gifting.

Technical specifications

16 specifications
Identity
BrandHOGOKIDS
Model8083
Build and use
Piece count483
Recommended age6 years and up
Assembly requiredYes
Control featureRemote Control
Indoor or outdoor useIndoor
Play locationFloor
MaterialPlastic
CharacterRobot Santa Claus
ThemeRobot
Dimensions listed10 x 10 x 10 millimetres
Power and contents
Batteries requiredNo
Battery listing1 Nonstandard Battery batteries required.
Included componentsInstruction Manual
Manufacturer warranty description2 years

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Battery information is contradictory: the details say batteries are not required but also list a nonstandard battery, while feature text says the robot's rechargeable battery is included and the remote needs 2 AA batteries, not included. Confirm power and remote requirements before buying. The listing also calls the toy a wall robot in one highlight while describing floor-based use, and lists dimensions of 10 x 10 x 10 millimetres, which buyers should verify if size matters. App compatibility and control details are not specified.

What’s in the box

Included
  • User manual

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Families wanting a Christmas countdown activity with one build developed over 24 days.
  • Children aged 6 and up who enjoy construction toys and remote-controlled robot play.
  • Gift buyers looking for a Santa-themed building set rather than a non-building Advent calendar.

Less suited to

  • Buyers who need clearly confirmed battery requirements or app compatibility before purchase.
  • Anyone choosing a toy primarily by precise finished dimensions, as the listed measurements may need confirmation.
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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 35 ratings
  • 5 stars87%87%
  • 4 stars8%8%
  • 3 stars0%0%
  • 2 stars0%0%
  • 1 star5%5%

Aggregate ratings are largely five-star, with a smaller one-star share, but no customer-comment summary is available. The ratings suggest a favourable overall response alongside some sharply different experiences. They do not identify what customers liked or disliked, so they cannot confirm build quality, control performance or the listing's conflicting battery details.

Frequently asked questions

What does the 24-day calendar build?

The listing says its 483 pieces are assembled over 24 days into a complete Santa-themed robot.

How is the finished robot controlled?

The listing claims remote and app control. It does not specify app compatibility, so check those details before buying if app operation is important.

Are batteries included?

The battery information conflicts. Feature text says the robot's rechargeable battery is included and the remote needs 2 AA batteries, not included, but the details section says batteries are not required and also lists a nonstandard battery. Confirm the requirements for the selected listing.

Is assembly required?

Yes. The listing states that assembly is required.

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