This is the best choice.

For one thing, it’s small and light enough not to weigh you down.

Secondly, it has a handle-pull priming mechanism just like other cheap Nerf toys.

Nerf Elite Jr. Flyer against a weathered background

Fortunately, it has storage space for four extra darts to compensate.

They certainly won’t be able to lay down covering fire, anyway.

What’s more, only five darts are included in the box.

Nerf Elite Jr. Flyer being pointed at Elite darts

Despite all that, the Flyer’s trigger feels easier to pull than other Elite Jr. blasters.

Should you buy the Nerf Elite Jr. Flyer?

This blaster punches well above its weight.

A hand holding up the Nerf Elite Jr. Flyer with Elite darts lying on a weathered background

I’d highly recommend it if you’re trying to balance cost with performance.

Buy it if… ## How we tested the Nerf Elite Jr. Flyer

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