10 Best Remote Control Boats UK 2024 | Rabing, Leic and More

The Rabing high-speed H100 has all the hallmarks that make for a great remote control boat. With an impressive range of 150 metres, a top speed of 30 km/h and the preferred 2.4 GHz radio frequency, this is a high-functioning piece of kit.  

Being recommended for adults and children over 12 years old, it's also one that will allow teenagers to experience the rush of controlling a boat at high speeds without too much risk. Also included is a 180° capsize recovery system, which judging by the power, may come in handy!

With an extraordinary range of up to 500 metres, this bait boat from WWSHIP may need a GPS tracker fitted so it doesn't get lost out on the open water. Being much larger in design than the other bait boat on this list ensures it'll fare well against any wind and current, too. 

Able to handle up to 1.5 kg of weight, this boat is a tough cookie that may even be able to reel the fish in for you. And to top it all off, there's a large battery capacity of 5,200 mAh and a drive time of 3 hours, so it's bound to become top of your fishing checklist from here on out. 

Being all-black in design really adds an extra stamp of authority onto this catamaran speedboat. It's impressive in function too, as the dual-motor system aids the boat in reaching a top speed of 30km/h for up to 25 minutes.

This is impressive as the battery's capacity is on the smaller side at 650 mAh, making its use of energy very commendable indeed. Also, having a range of up to 100 metres and 2.4 GHz frequency makes for a fun-filled RC boating experience. 

Recommended for kids aged 8 and over, this RC boat from Rabing is one to excite every member of the family. With a top speed of 25-30 km/h, even adults can have a lot of fun zipping about the local lakes and racing the kids.

Plus, knowing it uses the 2.4 GHz radio transmission only adds to its all-inclusive nature. It also comes with two rechargeable 500 mAh capacity batteries, giving you a total of 20 minutes drive time. Considering the price and top speed, this is a substantial amount of time. 

Reaching hurtling speeds of 70km/h, the Vector SR80 is a super-fast super-speedboat that is set to test your RC capabilities. With a range of 100-200 metres, it's also destined to have you in the fast lane, racing laps around your RC boating friends and foes. 

The defining difference, and what gives this boat its high-speed prowess, is its brushless motor. This is an electric motor that increases the torque-to-weight ratio, while also offering a more efficient energy output. But be ready to fork out the pounds, as it's considerably higher in price than the other boats on this list. 

The anomaly of the list, this royal navy warship replica has incredible detail throughout its entire design. The craftsmanship is quite astonishing with all the attributes of a real navy warship coming together to create a ship of remarkable similarity.

Unfortunately, not a lot of information has been given by the manufacturer in terms of function. What we do know is that it has a drive time of 20 minutes and is very long at 78 cm in length. Still though, with many happy reviewers, you can safely assume this warship is set to impress. 

With a staggering drive time of 5 hours and a range of 300 metres, this small but mighty bait boat will keep hunting long into the night. It also has a built-in LED night vision system to ensure you don't lose sight of it in the cover of night.

The large battery capacity and voltage have been put to good use, creating the aforementioned 5 hours of maximum drive time. The only downside is its small stature, allowing the potential for current and wind-chop to capsize the little guy.  

Separating itself from the RC boating crowd, this catamaran-style vessel is unique in looks while also boasting some neat features. At its simplest, it's another perfect option for the kids with a top speed of 10km/h and a range of 50 metres.

The extra brownie points come from the inclusion of a second rechargeable battery, which gives the boat 40 minutes of total drive time. However, you will still have to swap the batteries mid-way, as it doesn't utilise a dual battery system.

Here's another entry-level boat for the whole family to enjoy, with a conservative top speed of 10km/h and a range of 50 metres. This err to the side of caution creates a safe learning environment for the kids to gain confidence and skills in the RC boating arena.

The 3.6V battery with 500 mAh is quite small, yet it still boasts a good amount of drive time at 30 minutes. Due to the slow top speed, it's actually able to drive for longer, making it even more ideal for the kids. The only hitch is that it still runs off the MHz frequency.

The Kartgol from Gizmo Vine is very much on the lower end of the entry-level scale. With an unknown top speed, this RC boat is heavily geared toward children giving it a go for the first time.

Unfortunately, it only has a minimal range of 10 metres and a drive time of 15 minutes, plus the battery capacity is ever so small at 80 mAh. It does, however, run through the 2.4 GHz radio transmission, giving rise to the kids being able to race and get into all kinds of RC-boating mischief.