Smart Train Starter Set: Award-Winning Robot Toy Train; App-Based + Screen-Free Drive Modes; 3 Free Apps for Playing and Learning; Programmable with Color Tiles, Scratch & Python; for Ages 3+

I bought the J-1 train set for my son who LOVES trains and as such, he has dozens of toys that are of course... Trains. He is 5 and autism and he finds this set particularly interesting. This is not just another toy train, you can turn it on and set up within 5 minutes but the fun hardly starts until you play with the colored tiles, each of which triggers something to happen. There are so many configurations and more than enough to keep kids thinking. Very good for the senses and if you don't want to play with the tiles at all, go ahead and download the App to control even more. All in all it is possible to control the train's speed, stop, reverse, color of the train LED lights, sounf effects and more. Pros- Easy to set up and use. Numerous configurations. Applies to a very large age group. Helps to learn pattern recognition. Cons- I really don't have one bad thing.

The Intelino train is well packed in a surprisingly compact box that holds the locomotive, a passenger car, track, stickers and quick-start instructions. Those instructions are intuitive and easy to follow. It takes about 20 minutes or so to charge the locomotive via a USB cable. There is an easy to use Android/iPad app that will control the locomotive, and also colored tabs that can be placed on the track that tells the locomotive when to start, stop, decouple its car, and use a switch to veer to a spur line. This will be a great toy for a youngster, teaching them the basics of computing apps, and surprisingly addictive to us older folks who remember the train sets of our youth. (But they never had this level of technology before.) I only wish there were more cars and accessories available, but I’m sure they’ll be coming along in time. I recommend that adults open the Intelino at night, while kids are asleep because you will want to play with it for longer than you think. And once the kids get their hands on it, you’ll be left out of the fun.

My son loves trains and this was our favorite present! He loves it. He loves the app and he understands how to use it. Pleasantly surprised! A lot of train toys seem the same and this is fun and different. A must if you have a little train lover!

This was a one star review and here's why. I was really looking forward to this for my grandkids. Video made me thing it would be a great toy for kids. It came with no instructions, a quick start guide that said essentially nothing. Got the recommended app but it was no help. No tutorials on the internet. Could only make a basic circular layout and couldn't get the included switches to fit even a simple layout. I would not buy this until you see detailed tutorials on the internet. The included layout is just a one way with a reverse and does not use switch tracks for anything. So it only goes back and forth or in a very small circle. Maybe it is necessary to purchase the additional tracks but I didn't get them. Now am upgrading to 4 star as I bought two more sets and two of their value added packs that include additional track. Between all these extra purchases, I was able to get a couple interesting layouts. But there is a missing aspect to this toy set as it is currently configured. It needs some different track sizes. I constantly ran into layouts that wouldn't work because the track connections were a few inches off. If. there were 1/2 or 1/4 size track connections it would allow for some really fun layouts. As it is the options are limited.

We bought an Intellino train for our train-loving kid for their 10th birthday. This is a kid who has loved trains with an intense passion since they were around 2 or 3 years old, so we've accrued quite a few train sets over the years. They also love building, coding and STEAM activities so when I stumbled over this train it seemed a perfect fit. So we got the train and grandparents chipped in with the accessories. It was a hit. They loved coding the track, and adored the fact that adapters allowed use with standard wooden track railways as well. The app was a nice bonus, but only worked on one device, so that limited the capability. So, nine months later, I happened to go on Intelino's website..... Wow! There are lesson plans and activities to correlate with the train. It uses a downloadable Scratch program that then walked my kid through all sorta of coding information. Scratch can link into Artie the drawing robot (which we also have) and other Stem toys as well. My kid can now code and coordinate not just the train, but multiple devices. They spend hours now working with Scratch and the train. Highly recommend this toy for both train affectionados and robot/ coding nuts. It's capacities are huge!

The Intelino J-1 Smart Train Starter Set is a fantastic educational toy that manages to combine the fun of a classic train set with the curiosity and problem-solving of early coding. It’s simple to set up, highly interactive and packed with thoughtful design features that make it appealing for both kids and parents. Out of the box, assembly is straightforward, with a range of suggested track layouts provided to help get started. The quality of the pieces is excellent - everything fits together neatly and feels sturdy enough to withstand regular play. The coloured command tiles are the heart of the experience, allowing children to 'code' the train’s movements without screens. By placing the tiles along the track, kids can control speed, direction and actions, introducing logical sequencing and experimentation in a way that feels natural and playful. The train itself performs brilliantly. It’s quick to charge, holds that charge well, and runs smoothly around the tracks. The included stickers are a nice touch, letting children personalise their train and carriage. The accompanying app adds another layer of functionality, providing remote control and more advanced programming options. It’s well designed and easy to use, though I did find that the app can sometimes draw attention away from the screen-free coding aspect. That said, having both modes available gives real flexibility - younger children can enjoy the tactile play with tiles, while older ones can explore digital control and coding through the app. Compatibility with wooden train tracks is another strong advantage, allowing it to integrate with existing sets and extending its lifespan as a toy. Overall, the Intelino J-1 is a brilliant blend of creativity, learning and play. It introduces important STEM concepts in a way that feels intuitive and fun, while still being a high-quality train set in its own right.

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The battery is charged. But the train no longer has power It goes very slowly. I'm waiting for an explanation from the manufacturer.

This is my new favourite programming toy! After seeing it modelled online and at the Bett Show, it was a must-purchase situation! It appeals to all ages and I have used it with my 4 year old Reception children up to my Year 6 Digital leaders. I love the multiple ways you can program the train, from the physical tiles, to the app and by using Scratch. It is multi-functional and exciting for big and little people! Love that it is also compatible with wooden sets although it struggles with wooden bridges as the angle can be quite steep. Looking to buy more accessories now to expand the set and explore more of the coding challenges within the app.

This toy is excellent and well worth buying. The app is a great little feature that helps to engage screen-hungry little ones for instance, and with the adapter kit you can make it work with your wooden track. There's actually a satisfying little sound as it goes over the wooden joins.