This lightsaber is such a great value for what you get. It lights up, makes humming sounds when idle, and contact sounds when you hit something. The plastic is durable and the batteries have not yet lost its power in the 1 month that my son has played with it.

It feels like a nice even weight when I hold it but it's not too heavy for my 5 year old. The only thing I don't like about it is the fact that it shoots out soo fast that if your child is not careful, they could take someone's eye out.

Still, it's a really great toy and a huge hit in our house with my sons... and their daddy. RECOMMENDED!