Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #35638 in Toys & Games
• Brand: Fisher-Price
• Model: H9207
• Released on: 2007-01-16
• Dimensions: 5.50" h x 11.50" w x 15.00" l, 3.50 pounds

Editorial Review

In 1996 Independence Day rocked the box office, the "Macarena" began its trek up the charts before landing on wedding dance floors, and Elmo first showed the world his predilection for tickles

Tickle Me Elmo is remembered as one of the most difficult-to-find toys of the 1996--or any--holiday season.

Ten years later, T.M.X. Elmo (the X stands for 10) was unveiled to the world on Good Morning America on September 19. The most secretly guarded toy of the pre-holiday season, if not all time, T.M.X. Elmo was shown only to a few toy-industry insiders prior to his release. This secrecy didn't stop thousands of pre-orders from piling up. Though now that all is known, the obvious question is: Does T.M.X. Elmo deserve the hype? When you first take him out of his box, T.M.X. Elmo doesn't seem all that grand. He looks after all, well, like Elmo. Covered in the soft red fur that one would expect from everyone's favorite Sesame Street character, T.M.X. Elmo stands an unimposing 14 inches tall. Even worse, he feels all hard and plasticy under his fur. But this Elmo is not meant for cuddles or hand holding or swaddling.

This Elmo is all about tickles. Sit T.M.X. Elmo down and hit one of his three "tickle" spots There's one under his chin, one on his belly, and one on top of his foot. Yes, this Elmo wiggles just like he did 10 years ago, but that's just the start. Elmo slaps his belly, falls forward with his butt sticking out, stands back up again only to topple backwards, kicks his legs over his belly, and then stands right back up, all while laughing hysterically. "Again! Again!" Elmo gets more outrageous when you "tickle" him a second time, and the fun really starts with the third "tickle" session. Elmo's fancy moves include falling over on his side, shimmying on his back, and what seems to be everyone's favorite: lying flat on his belly slapping the floor next to him as if he can’t stop laughing. This Elmo has a serious case of the giggles. His trademark voice builds into a fit of histrionics, endless snickers that drown out everything but an unintelligible cackle until even Elmo admits he has had too much.

T.M.X Elmo requires 6 AA batteries, which are included, although these wore down quickly in our review copy. Elmo also has an on/off switch, so the tickles can be brought to an end when more than just Elmo has had too much. He moves a lot and needs a little open space for the full performance, although he does use his arm to determine his orientation periodically and stand back up if nothing is in the way. He gets a little stuck on uneven surfaces but for the most part performs amazingly well on carpet. On hardwood floors, Elmo works, but he occasionally slams his eyes on the floor in a way that seems it should halt the show. In the end, T.M.X. Elmo is undeniably a trooper. Early reviews show that this turbocharged version of Tickle Me Elmo will follow the stellar path enjoyed by his much simpler predecessor. --David Morel

Manufacturer's Description
In 1996 Elmo first showed the world his predilection for tickles. Tickle Me Elmo is remembered as one of the most difficult-to-find toys of the 1996--or any--holiday season. Ten years later, T.M.X. Elmo was unveiled to the world on Good Morning America on September 19. The most secretly guarded toy of the pre-holiday season, if not all time, T.M.X. Elmo was shown only to a few toy-industry insiders prior to his release. This secrecy didn't stop thousands of pre-orders from piling up, though, and now that all is known, the obvious question is, Does T.M.X. Elmo deserve the hype? T.M.X. Elmo is not meant for cuddles or hand holding or swaddling. This Elmo is all about tickles. Sit T.M.X. Elmo down and hit one of his three "tickle" spots. There's one under his chin, one on his belly, and one on top of his foot. Yes, this Elmo wiggles just like he did 10 years ago, but that's just the start.

Elmo slaps his belly, falls forward with his butt sticking out, stands back up again only to topple backwards, kicks his legs over his belly, and then stands right back up, all while laughing hysterically. T.M.X Elmo requires 6 AA batteries, which are included, although these wore down quickly in our review copy. Elmo also has an on/off switch, so the tickles can be brought to an end when more than just Elmo has had too much. In the end, T.M.X. Elmo is undeniably a trooper. Early reviews show that this turbocharged version of Tickle Me Elmo will follow the stellar path enjoyed by his much simpler predecessor.

Customer Reviews

For your children and the child in you!
I have had a couple of the previous Elmos in last few years and this one has to be the best...it is simply hilarious and an absolute MUST for Christmas morning. The problem is this present didn't last unopened until December and is now loved by my 20 month old (and my 5 and 7 year old play adore it as well). 100% happy with this product.

TMX Elmo - Guaranteed to cheer you up!!
This is apparently the toy to have for our daughter's age range (15 months) and its arrival was eagerly aniticipated.

It does live up to the hype, Elmo's giggling is infectious and it is a very clever beast (it even works out its orientation when you tickle). If you're feeling a bit in need of a giggle, it will deliver.

However, overall I've only given it 4 starts as its routine is a little limited and so will only entertain in short bursts. It also isn't very cuddly because of the hard internal mechansim.

Having said that - get one for yourself now and show it to the kids every now and then!!!

Liz

TMX Hysteria
After ripping open the wrapping on Christmas morning my son let Elmo loose and we were laughing along. Brilliant for kids & adults alike. Only Elmo can bring a smile to your face when you're really in the dumps.