150 Piece Playmags Magnetic Tiles Set

This is our fourth set of magnetic tiles. The first two we purchased were MagnaTiles brand (a used forty-something piece set without rivets and a new thirty-something piece set with rivets). Once I found out that there were other brands, we bought the 100 piece Picasso Tiles set (no rivets). Finally, because our four year old son literally plays with these off and on all day every day from the time he wakes up to the time he goes to bed (for about a year and a half now), we bought yet another set - this time Playmags brand (has rivets [including this info because I know some people are concerned about their kids swallowing magnets]).All I can say is that someone really dropped the ball when it comes to this toy's patent, because they are all the same - same size, same weight, same magnet-strength and quality (I had read a few reviews about the magnets repelling each other - we do not have that problem at all). The Picasso Tiles and the Plagmags are slightly more translucent. The Playmags' rivets are slightly larger than the MagnaTiles. They all work together seamlessly.I recommend this Playmags set over the other sized sets and brands because number one - your child will want as many of these as possible in order to make all the cool things they dream up. Number two - this set comes with two cars, which even if you get the 48 piece MagnaTile set with the car, it's only one car; Playmags is the only other brand that I know of that has cars (my son loves them - they even connect, train-like). Number three - the variety of shapes is unbeatable. Number four - they're less expensive while offering the largest size set I've seen.Playmags are worthy of five stars. If we ever purchase more magnetic tiles (although, hopefully this will hold him for a while), this will definitely be the brand we choose. Not to sound too cliche, but they really are fun for the whole family.

Great purchase, holds better than magnitiles and cheaper! Keep in Mind 150 pieces includes windows and letters, so actual tile pieces is 130ish. Still keeping despite this due to quality and magnet strength.

Magnatiles are THE name brand. You can count on them being the safest in terms of chemical make up (BPA free, lead free, etc...). They have rivets and not just glue to keep the magnets in.They have a wide assortment of colors, especially with various sets. They have fun pieces like doors and stairs. Their isosceles triangles actually make perfect circles, unlike many other brands.However, they are expensive. Their magnets are also smaller than some newer brands have released, including Playmags. Playmags has larger/stronger magnets, and they’re cheaper. I’m adding pics comparing the two. Playmags isosceles triangles can’t form circles, thus no pretend pizzas, cakes, pies, etc. Playmags doesn’t seem as forthright on chemical makeup.Magnatiles and Playmags are both stronger than Picasso, and have the rivets in the corner for extra durability unlike Picasso.I hear the strength of Playmags magnets is on par with Connetix. Connetix may be slightly stronger. However, Connetix isn’t flat, which makes it less ideal for play with cars/animals etc on top.Don’t go for obscure off brands when it comes to magnets for toys, as they can pose a safety hazard.Magnetic Tiles are super fun for kids. It’s the first toy that really brought out independent play at our house, and they’re so open ended. I’d suggest a minimum of 100 pieces per child.This is a cool set. Nice that it comes with an idea book. There’s also a Magnetic Tiles Ideas group on FB to get and share building ideas.

We got this as a Christmas gift for my 3 and 1 year olds. Here’s everything I love about these:-both of them can play with them for a LONG time. It keeps them so entertained and they love it!-these have the rivets to help keep the magnets in place. I was worried about other brands that only use glue. These rivets feel very sturdy and I don’t worry about magnets popping out. Very safe.-cost: these are half the price of other brands that give you smaller sets. Love that this comes with 150 poeces so my kids and build more things.

Absolutely great for the price. I love my Amazon deals.

Very fun i did inspect each to make shure non where broken and no loose magnets before, everything was perfect my toddler loves it but requieres my help which is understandable at his young age of 2

They are a great value vs. other brands. There are brands that are cheaper, but in quality also (P). These playmags seem just as safe and well built as MT. They are also compatible, the same size so they can be used together. My complaint with other “off brands” was that they were incompatible with MT due to the sizes being off. These playmags are exactly the same sizes. The cube was built using both brands.The letters are a nice addition, they are a bit hard to snap in so it might be tough for children to get them in and out. They also only provide 13 tiles, with one letter on each side. So you’re limited on spelling actual words but they’re good for letter recognition.UPDATE:After I left this review we were going through all of the colors and shapes and one of the green squares rivets fell out and was smashed. The piece still seems sturdy like it will stay together with no chance of the magnets coming out. But i figured i should add this after leaving a glowing review about how safe and well built they are.

Grandkids love it.

Boosts child’s creativity. Good quality.Super klocki do zabawy dla 3 latka jak i starszych dzieci.

Passionnant pour les enfants, développe la créativité

Kindjes zijn er erg blij mee

** Gleich zu Beginn das Wichtigste – das Fazit: **Ganz klare Kaufempfehlung – universell einsetzbar!Nun ein paar Details:wir haben die Playmags nun seit knapp 2 Jahren in Verwendung. Inzwischen haben wir sogar noch ein zweites Set nachgekauft, da beide Kinder (3 und 5 Jahre) sehr gerne damit bauen. Besonders tollen finden wir, dass die Magnete besonders stark sind, die Teile robust und farbenfroh sind.Wir sind immer wieder fasziniert, wie versatil das Spielzeug ist: Die Kinder bauen daraus Häuser, Türme, Garagen, Zäune für Tiere, Straßen für Autos, Kugelbahnen; sie kombinieren sie mit Holzbausteinen, Kugeln, Fahrzeugen, Steinen, … Somit der Inbegriff eines Open-ended Toy.+ Positives +* bereits mit 1 Set viele Teile zum Bauen* große Variation an Teilen* leuchtende Farben* robust* starke Magnete- Negatives -* wir konnten nichts Negatives findenWer ein Spielzeug sucht, mit dem über alle Altersklassen hinweg gespielt werden kann und das universell einsetzbar ist, kann hier ohne Zögern zugreifen.Schaut euch gerne die Fotos und das Video dazu an.** Ich würde mich freuen, wenn meine Rezension für eure Kaufentscheidung nützlich war. **

Editado: 1 año después sigue siendo el juguete estrella. Ideal para hacer construcciones y combinar con muñecos y coches. Hemos hecho de todo: garajes, pistas, casas, castillos, torres, parques, toboganes... Prácticamente jugamos todos los días.Original:Todo son buenas palabras para este juego. Mi hija lleva jugando con él todos los días desde el 25 de diciembre. Pensamos que con los regalos de los Reyes Magos por fin abandonaría este juguete temporalmente, pero no, lo combinó con los nuevos :)Todos los días la palabra 'imanes' es de las primeras que menciona al levantarse. Hemos construido decenas de cosas y no nos cansamos de crear. La calidad de las piezas es buenísima, a pesar de múltiples caídas desde la parte alta de las construcciones no se ha roto ninguna. Los imanes tienen muchísima fuerza (cuidado con pillaros los dedos).Un gran juguete que entretiene a nuestra hija todos los días, desarrolla su creatividad, su agilidad con las manos, su capacidad de resolver problemas, su ingenio... Una gozada, estamos encantados en casa. A todas las personas que han visto este juguete les ha encantado.Recomiendo comprar el paquete de 150 piezas, ya que uno más pequeño puede limitar nuestra creatividad.No os arrepentiréis de su compra. Dinero bien invertido.