GamesRadar+ Verdict
The Nerf Elite Jr. Starter Set is perfect for siblings.
It’s hard to argue when siblings canbothshoot each other with foam darts, after all.
Does that make them some of thebest Nerf blasters, then?
Well, sort of.
But both have been tailored to suit different age groups, so their differences are actually a strength.
Does this make the odds unbalanced during play?
Again, maybe - but not in a particularly significant way.
You’re also getting 15 spare darts, and both are easy to load.
You simply push the dart into the barrel, prime the blaster, and squeeze the trigger to fire.
To start with, both are equally punchy and accurate.
When I tested them, they sent darts zipping across the room quickly enough to bounce back at me.
Because there’s no revolving barrel to contend with, a la theNerf Elite Jr.
I just wish these two had a larger capacity.
That can get old quickly.
I suppose that’s what pockets are for.
Should you buy the Nerf Elite Jr. Starter Set?
To kick off, it features two blasters in the box that are actually great to use.
Secondly, they’re modelled for different ages so younger and older siblings have something designed specifically for them.
Are there better blasters in the range?
But if you’re buying for two children, this option makes the most sense.
How we tested the Nerf Elite Jr. Starter Set
This review sample was provided by the manufacturer.
(They loved ‘em.)
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