Télécomandée but ...

There are 3 positions on the remote control: forward / backward and stop. And two speeds are provided for movement.
It is quite simple of use except when it comes to different speeds.

A big plus, if the batteries are missing or if the child wants, the loco is also used through the yellow buttons available on the drive in itself.

As against the infra-red system is of limited scope and is not suitable for larger circuits, also forcing the child to follow the locomotive and especially point the remote control in her direction.
Difficult for the younger!

Another downside: the locomotive is fast but because of its height will not hold the tighter turn.

Nevertheless Brio robustness is at the rendezvous ... purchase meditating seen its price.