INTRODUCTION

    With August being just days away most of my friends have already started packing their bags for their once every year travel to one of the countless summer destinations our country offers. However, alongside my friends their children are also packing their bags (but with toys) and well, unlike last year when powered water guns weren't really a thing (not here at least) now many (young and old) are looking to get their hands on one. Spyra this year decided to focus more on younger ages and so a few months back they released their newest SpyraGO line of powered water blasters and I've actually been using them for over a month now.

    Spyra reinvents the water gun afteryears of stagnation. As a new wave high-tech version for tech fans and thrilled adults. With individual water blasts for more power, range and precision. But water blasters are just the beginning. Spyra is going to up-level the whole outdoor adventure.

    The SpyraGO is currently available in three colors (red, blue and clear) and is basically a cut-down version of the SpyraThree model I reviewed last year (review here) thus it comes with reduced numbers across the board (almost). So, this time over you have an effective range of 8 meters (as opposed to the 15 of the SpyraThree model), up to 75 water blasts on a full reservoir (22 for the SpyraThree), an 450ml reservoir (682ml for the SpyraThree) and an 1200mAh lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack (USB-C powered, over 9000 shots per full charge). As expected for a somewhat basic water blaster like the SpyraGO it only features but a single blast mode, the dual LED indicator is very simple and as for its reservoir well, it's manually filled by you (both good and bad compared to the SpyraThree since it's faster to do and doesn't use the battery but at the same time it's smaller - although it does last longer in this model -  and nowhere near as "cool'). So, let's see just how well the latest powered water blaster by Spyra performs.

SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES

PACKAGING AND CONTENTS

Spyra send over the red and blue models of the SpyraGO both of which are placed inside colorful boxes the front of which is taken by a product picture, company logo and the main product features.

Several certifications along with the color selection and information about Spyra are printed on the left side.

Turning the box around we find 4 product pictures used to showcase its features.

Packing is good with the SpyraGO firmly secured on a piece of cardboard via 3 wires.

Along with each SpyraGO you're also getting a very short USB-C cable, small screwdriver and the user manual.

THE SPYRAGO

The SpyraGO is a medium sized model measuring 545mm in length, 170mm in width and 52mm in thickness.

Here you can see how the SpyraGO compares to the SpyraThree.

Unlike the SpyraThree the trigger of the SpyraGO is a single action one.

The grip/handle surface of the SpyraGO may not be rubberized but it works well.

Moving at the rear we find the butt and a strap fix mount.

At the top we find the dual charging LEDs and the USB-C charging port underneath a protective cap (you can use the bundled screwdriver to release it).

The plastic aim sights are ok, at least up to a range of 6-7 meters.

A slider is placed just over the water tank, so you just need to push it forward to reveal the fill hole.

Spyra has used a clear plastic water tank from where you can easily see where the level is.

CONCLUSION

    The SpyraGO may not be as impressive as the SpyraThree but at the same time due to its reduced water pressure it’s far more ideal for young children. Now Spyra claims the SpyraGO has a range of around 8 meters and yes, during my tests I did verify this. Needless to say, by the time it reaches 6-7 meters the water blast has already started dropping so do keep that in mind. Spyra also claims that you can fire up to 75 shots per full reservoir and again, they are more or less right on the spot, so no problems here either. Unfortunately, the 9000 shots per charge is honestly not something I was able to test especially since I fully charged both models when they arrived in the lab (and I don’t think I even did 1000 shots let alone 9000). Having the USB-C charging port under a cover and having to remove it using the bundled screwdriver is certainly something that not many people will like (I know I didn't). Yes, charging the SpyraGO is not something end users will do frequently but still I did like the route Spyra took with the SpyraThree more. Finally, the fact that the SpyraGO comes with a reservoir you can fill up yourself actually makes sense and it should be a lot easier to use for children.

    The SpyraGO water blaster by Spyra currently retails for USD54 inside the USA and for 49Euros inside the EU (directly from Spyra – Clear version costs USD59/54Euros) a price tag which is quite balanced. Overall, even though the SpyraGO is clearly not meant for old boys and thus I didn’t have the same amount of fun with it as I did with the SpyraThree, it wasn’t meant to and since it delivers what parents would want for their children it gets the Golden Award.

PROS

- Design / Size
- Maximum Range (Up To 8m)
- Battery Life (Up To 9000 Bursts)
- 450ml Reservoir (Up To 75 Shots Per Fill)
- Available In Blue, Red & Clear Versions

CON

- Single Shoot Mode
- USB Charging Port (Screwdriver Needed To Access)