Best Nerf Guns

Are you trying to think of a gift for a child whose outgrown toddler toys, but not yet ready for teenage technology? Buying one of the best Nerf guns on the market is a safe choice for children who are at least eight years old. With one of the Nerf guns listed below, boys and girls can get their energy out in a safe manner by shooting at a target or playing an imaginative game of war. These Nerf guns come with safe foam darts or rounds, so no harm will be done if they happen to graze another child. Of course, they should always be used under supervision, but when your children get their hands on these toy blasters, you’ll be providing hours of outdoor play. Pair these Nerf guns with one of the best outdoor trampolines for an additional level of fun!

Our Recommended Nerf Guns | 2021 Reviews

10. NERF Ultra Pharaoh Blaster with Premium Gold Accents

The Nerf Ultra Pharaoh Blaster is one of the top Nerf guns thanks to its long range and regal gold accents. Not only will your child get the limited gold accents, but this toy gun comes with special edition gold Nerf Ultra darts too! These aren’t just regular foam darts, these ultra darts fly farther than ever before. The powerful shooting power of this Nerf gun blasts darts up to 120 feet away. A game of dart tag can now be spread out across your entire yard.

What comes included when you buy this Nerf toy is the blaster, a 10-dart removable clip, clip storage stock, and an integrated scope for even better aim. When restocking darts, make sure to only use Nerf Ultra darts, as others will not work with this model. Boys and girls love the power this blaster has due to the innovative flight tip and the Aerofin technology used. Outside play time will last for hours when each child is gifted with this toy.

What We Like

• Gold accents
• Gold darts
• Long dart range
• 10-dart clip

Highlights

The Nerf Ultra Pharaoh Blaster will be on every child’s wish list this year. It features limited edition gold accents with gold Nerf Ultra darts. This elevated design makes this model special, while the Ultra darts and blaster make this Nerf toy one of the best on the market. Darts shoot accurately due to the scope and they can soar up to 120 feet.

9. Nerf Rival Prometheus MXVIII-20K

There’s never been a Nerf blaster quite like the Prometheus MCVIII-20k. Challenge your friends and family to a friendly fight and watch this blaster in action as it shoots 8 rounds of Nerf foam balls per second. You’ll find this Rival Phantom Corps blaster has an easy loading system to prevent frustration and a high capacity tank that holds up to 200 foam rounds. You’ll be able to aim for people or targets for a long time without having to reload.

How does this blaster unleash such high velocity? It’s the 9.6V NiMh rechargeable battery (included) that allows for such high stakes action. There will be no pausing the game to reload your ammunition with this Nerf gun. The battery guarantees long-term fun and the 200 foam rounds found in the hopper means you’ll have nonstop action while playing.

What We Like

• 200 hopper capacity
• Rechargeable battery included
• 8 rounds per second
• 100 feet per second velocity

Highlights

The Nerf Rival Prometheus MCVIII-20k is the ultimate Nerf blaster featuring a rechargeable battery which allows you to force out 8 round of foam balls per second. Your opponents won’t stand a chance! They’ll be gathering up their lost ammunition while you continue to blast away at them nonstop.

8. NERF Gun Rival Phantom Corps Hades XVIII-6000

The Rival series from Nerf is a popular choice among children due to the foam rounds that come with it, rather than the darts. This allows for higher rapid blasting while their opponents try to duck for cover. This model, the Hades XVIII-6000 comes not only with the blaster and rounds, but it also includes red and blue team flags. There will be no questioning who is on your team or who is your ultimate target.

When in use, this impressive blaster includes 60 rounds before needing to reload; plenty of time to knock the competition away. Using the spring-action mechanism, trigger lock, and tactical rail, your rounds will go farther and hit more accurately than before. Due to the high velocity (100 feet per second), this toy gun is recommended for ages 14 and above.

What We Like

• 60 rounds
• High velocity power
• Team flags
• Spring-action

Highlights

The Nerf Rival Phantom Corps Hades XVIII-6000 is designed with the powerful Phantom Core logo, so your children can pretend that they’re really in a high stakes shootout. The hopper is large enough to hold 60 foam rounds, so the blasting won’t need to be stopped for reloading every few minutes. With high velocity power and team flags, a game of war has never been so action packed.

7. Nerf Gun Rival Artemis XVII-3000

Are you Team Red or Team Blue when you face off using the Nerf Rival Artemis XVII-3000? Either color you choose, you’re sure to have a blast when you try to beat your opponent with one of the 30 high-impact rounds found in this gun. Although this blaster comes with instructions, the easy-load integrated magazine makes loading the foam rounds hassle-free. You’ll be amazed at how fast these rounds shoot out from the rotating barrel aimed at your target.

Due to the intense velocity this blaster exudes (100 feet per second), this toy is recommended for ages 14 and above. The force of the rounds firing from the barrel can be a lot to handle for younger children. This Nerf gun would be perfect for an older child’s birthday party or part of a family gathering to determine the ultimate winner. Comes in regular or frustration-free packaging.

What We Like

• 30 rounds
• High velocity
• Frustration-free packaging
• Easy loading

Highlights

Choose between the red or blue color in the Nerf Rival Artemis XVII-3000 for a fun game of competition. It includes a cartridge that holds 30 textured rounds and it shoots at an impressive velocity of 100 feet per second. This toy gun is best for older children and adults. It comes with an easy-loading hopper and instructions.

6. NERF Gun Perses MXIX-5000 Rival Motorized Blaster

What child hasn’t wanted to take out his/her frustration on a brother or sister? Although physical violence is not a healthy solution, your child can get their anger out by blasting round from the NERF Perses MXIX-5000 Rival Motorized Blaster. This Nerf gun comes equipped with the fastest blasting system unloading rounds at 8 rounds per second. Don’t expect these balls to simply fall out of the barrel either, they shoot out at a fierce 100 feet per second.

This is a fully motorized blaster that lasts for 50 rounds before having to refill. The textured balls come included with this Nerf gun as well as the rechargeable battery and wall charger. Even though you’ll have to refill after 50 rounds, the hopper has a user-friendly fill design to quickly get back in the game. If younger children are around, or for safe storage, be sure to use the trigger lock to prevent accidental firing.

What We Like

• 50 round capacity
• Easy-fill
• High velocity
• Trigger lock

Highlights

The NERF Perses MXIX-5000 Rival Motorized Blaster will have every child jumping with delight when he/she opens it. It includes powerful shooting power, a 50 round hopper capacity, and a rechargeable battery with power cord. To use, simply press the acceleration button to get the motor started, then pull the trigger to release the rounds. When not in use, activate the trigger lock.

5. NERF Strongarm N-Strike Elite Toy Blaster

If you are searching for a gift for a child who may be new to the Nerf world, consider buying the Strongarm N-Strike Elite Toy Blaster. Recommended for ages 8 and older, this is one of the simpler Nerf guns that’s easy to use, but still incredibly fun. It has the capability of firing 6 darts that blast each one up to 90 feet away. Children will love playing cops and robbers with this toy in the yard or at a park.

The flip-open rotating barrel allows for easy reloading and since this toy is hand-powered, you never have to worry about recharging a battery for it to work. If your goal is to blast the bullets out as fast as possible, simply keep the trigger pulled while you move the slide back and forth to release the darts. Standard Nerf darts fit easily into this blaster, so be sure to stock up on extras!

What We Like

• 8+ years old
• 90 feet distance
• Flip open barrel
• Easy loading

Highlights

This Nerf gun is great for Nerf beginners or those looking to add to their Nerf collection. It features a rotating barrel that holds up to 6 darts. They can be triggered in rapid succession by continuing to hold down the trigger while moving the slider back and forth. It is hand operated, and the darts can be blasted up to 90 feet away.

4. Nerf Alpha Strike Set 26-Piece Cobra RC-6 Dual Targeting Set

You won’t have to buy two separate Nerf guns when you purchase the Alpha Strike Cobra RC-6 Dual Targeting Set. Included in this package are 26 pieces of dart blasting fun. You’ll find 2 Cobra RC-6 Nerf blasters, 20 darts, and 4 half-targets to help you and your friends practice your shooting skills. Each blaster allows you to release 6 darts in a row, and since it comes with 20 darts, you don’t need to worry about finding each dart after release.

The 4 half-targets can be set up in a variety of ways to challenge yourself. You can also attach them together to create 2 full targets. Get creative in where you want your darts to land. It only takes 3 easy steps to start firing your ammunition. Created for ages 8 and above, this gift set is perfect for the younger Nerf user to practice his/her skills or to have a friendly competition with siblings or friends.

What We Like

• Elite darts
• Full set
• Beginner friendly
• Extra darts included

Highlights

The Alpha Strike Cobra RC-6 Dual Targeting Set from Nerf is a great beginner set for Nerf enthusiasts. It comes as a complete package with 2 blasters, 20 Elite foam darts, and 4 half targets. The targets can be arranged in multiple forms to increase target practice. The Elite darts allow for optimal distance and accuracy.

3. NERF Gun Fortnite SMG-E Blaster

Fortnite is a popular video game among children, so Nerf created the Fortnite SMG-E blaster for children to pretend that they are participants in the video game. This themed gun is inspired by a weapon used in the game, so children can easily use their imaginations while playing with this toy gun. The blaster includes a 6-dart clip with 6 official Nerf Elite darts, which have been tested for for quality and performance. For even more gaming action, swap out the 6 dart clip with a 12 dart capacity clip.

Not only will this blaster spark your child’s imagination, but they’ll love the motorized dart power. By revving up the motor with the acceleration button, then pressing the trigger, one dart will zoom out of the barrel at the target. Watch the dart fly across the yard or park with its flexible, hollow design. Batteries are required to operate this Fortnite gun, but they must be purchased separately.

What We Like

• Fortnite theme
• Motorized blasting
• 8+ age
• Elite darts used

Highlights

The Nerf Fortnite SMG-E blaster is the perfect gift for a Fortnite lover in your life. This popular video game can come to life with the themed Nerf gun that mimics a weapon in the game. Children will pretend to actually be completing a mission while they fire up the 6 Elite darts from the motorized blaster. Batteries sold separately.

2. NERF Fortnite TS-R Blaster & Llama Targets

If you are planning a Fortnite themed birthday party for your child, then buying some Nerf Fortnite TS-R Blasters must be on your list to complete the party. Children will spend hours outside pretending they are in an epic Fortnite battle when they get ahold of these replica guns. They’ll be able to push 4 darts out in a row from the pump-action, hand-powered barrel.

Before the intense competition revs up, have the children practice their aim on the 3 free-standing llama targets. Children can hone their shooting skills before unleashing their skills on the competition. When they are finished shooting 4 darts out, this toy comes with 8 foam darts, so they’ll have back up ammo instead of stopping the game to search for their unloaded darts.

What We Like

• Fortnite theme
• Extra darts included
• Llama targets
• Elite darts

Highlights

The Nerf Fornite TS-R Blaster is exactly what a child needs who is a fan of the video game. He/she can pretend to be in a high-stakes battle with friends. When used individually, your child can practice his/her aim by shooting at the plastic, free-standing llama targets. Elite Nerf darts are used in this hand-operated blaster.

1. NERF Halo MA40 Motorized Dart Blaster

If Fortnite is not your child’s favorite, then maybe he/she will be into this Nerf dart gun with a Halo theme. Halo is a popular video game, so if that game excites your child, then he/she will really be excited when they see this Nerf Halo MA40 Motorized Dart Blaster. Inspired by a weapon in the Halo Infinite franchise, the look of the pretend gun will bring the video game to life in your child’s mind.

When you buy a new one, you’ll get a 10-dart clip with 10 Nerf Elite darts. You’ll also get the blaster with motorized dart blasting ability. You simply press down on the acceleration button to start the motor, then press the trigger to release the dart. The included rail riser helps attach customized Nerf gear and accessories (sold separately), while the game card that comes included gives a code to unlock a digital asset in the Halo game.

What We Like

• Halo theme
• 10-dart clip
• Motorized blasting
• Game code included

Highlights

The Nerf Halo MA40 Motorized Dart Blaster comes with an exciting Halo theme. The shape of the toy gun mimics a gun found in the popular video game. When you purchase a new one, you get a 10-dart cartridge, 10 Elite Nerf darts, the Halo-themed blaster, and a game card which unlocks a digital asset in the Halo video game.