What does Moji actually do?

It responds to being petted and handled with sounds and small movements, like a plush puppy. It does not walk, fetch or connect to an app.

Famosa rates it from age 6. Younger children may enjoy the plush feel but can be rough on the internal parts.

Does it need batteries?

Yes. The sound and movement features run on batteries, so plan on replacing them with heavy play.

It measures about 18 inches wide and 9 inches tall and weighs around 5.8 pounds, so it is a lap-sized toy rather than a large plush.

The fabric is surface-clean only in practice because of the electronics inside. Wipe it down rather than putting it in a washing machine.

It is simpler and does fewer tricks, with no sensors beyond touch and no app. That makes it easier for young kids but less engaging for older ones.

At Target, for $99.99, as of our latest check.

$99.99at TargetChecked Nov 8

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