Transformers Playskool Heroes Transformers Rescue Bots Medix The Doc-Bot, Action Figure, Ages 3-7 (Amazon Exclusive)

I'm writing this for multiple reasons, the first of which is to address some peoples complaints about the price. I hope I either save someone some effort/heartache or explain why some of these Rescue Bots are as pricey as they are.This run, the basic model of Rescue Bots, is no longer on store shelves. The new "Rescue Bots Energize!" is replacing them. I noticed this problem about a month ago, as I was trying to complete my sons set (More on that soon), and where once I could very easily find Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and even the more rare Hoist in our local Walmart, this is no longer the case. During the holiday season, I traveled from Northeastern Kansas, to southern Illinois, into Kentucky and Indiana, and I stopped at many stores that previously would've carried these toys hoping to come across one at "Retail" price.That being said, the "Product Dimensions" are misleading, as it includes packaging. The toy itself is about 6 inches high.On to the toy, and toy line itself. My son turned 3 on January 9th, and currently has a complete set of these transformers (except Bumblebee and Optimus Prime, those two he has the Energize! version, a problem for me but not for him, I'll fix that soon enough though!)He plays with them daily, sometimes for an hour or more in one sitting. He can easily transform all of them with the exception of Medix, but I'm sure he'll get that one soon enough. They are durable, colorful, enhance motor skills, and many of them come with a DVD of the show, which is also excellent.Most of all, they're FUN. My 9 year old daughter loves to play with them, though sometimes this leads to fights, especially if it's one of his favorites ("Awesomus Prime)The toy is a bit smaller then I was expecting however, only downside.

I ordered two of these, the firetruck and the ambulance and had them waiting when my 2 1/2 year old grandson came to visit. I had them out, but not immediately visible. When he discovered them he had a "I can't believe it" look of joy on his face and was so excited! He played with them almost constantly while he was here for several days. They did what they were supposed to do - go from a robot to a vehicle smoothly and with no falling off pieces. They entertained him well on the car ride home too. We're both pleased with this purchase.

This is perfect for my 5 year old grandson. He loves transformers and is small enough to take places with him as well as entraining in the car. Well built, sturdy, and easy to carry around. He loves it! Won’t disappoint!!

My son received four Playskool Heroes Rescue Bots for Christmas and Medix is my favorite. This bot is very well made. It's sturdy and fits nicely in little hands. My 4-yr-old can easily transform it and click it into place. The siren ("belly button") is a release button that initiates the transformation from vehicle to bot. I like this because it is an almost foolproof transforming aid, although I did have to read the enclosed instructions to initially figure out that there was a release button.There is an order to the transformation, so it is possible to end up with his legs sticking out if you don't push the front and back together before the arms, but it is easy to figure out with about two tries.Transformation from bot to vehicle: 1) close legs, 2) push back and front together 3) close armsTransformation from vehicle to bot: 1) push button and let go (the spring mechanism opens him up automatically)Size of vehicle: 5 inches long, 3 inches wide, 2.5 inches highSize of bot: 6 inches tall, 6 inches wide, 2.5 inches front to backThis is a great toy for preschoolers, but probably too basic for older children. My son also received the corresponding "higher end" Playskool Chase and Bumblebee Rescue Bots, both of which work equally well. Playskool also makes a slightly cheaper version of Bumblebee that was a pain to transform. I would avoid that one (the lower quality one has no blue pieces, for reference).