Remote or Sensor

Do you prefer remotely controlled robot or robot with sensors that moves without being controlled?

There's something so satisfying about controlling it yourself, seeing your commands mirrored in its little electric brain haha. Then again, there's also something beautiful about seeing it wander around alone, like a little metal child... Couldn't choose between them, agree with the user above that it depends on the intention. I also find that when the sensors go wrong it's extremely sad to see your robot crash into a wall, fly off the table, etc., which is a perfect example for the need of rigorous testing .