Let me begin by saying that magnetic tiles are the most popular toy we play with in our home.

If there’s one toy that I would recommend to children and teens, it would be this. There is no comparison!

They’re not discarded and have been in our play space each day since my first baby was 18 months. Because they’re so flexible as toys they are loved and used by all three of my girls daily in different methods (4yo, 2.5yo and 15mo as of the writing time of this blog post). From construction to imaginative play, homeschooling and even fine motor exercises for children.

Our collection comprises 100 Magnatiles as well as 150-piece Playmags (that includes cars) along with an 62-piece set of Connetix tiles.

The three brands are all compatible and can be used in conjunction in the construction of.
Comparison of brands (features)

In terms of size of the magnet While connetix and playmags tiles are similar magnatiles are definitely smaller.

When it comes to magnet quality and strength, Playmags and Connetix are certainly the strongest and most durable of the three.

The main distinction among Playmags and Connetix is in the aesthetics, and whether you like the transparent look or lined style.

One of the main concerns with Connetix tiles’ clearness is that there are no bracings on the edges and in the middle are they less sturdy maybe?

There isn’t a need it’s due to its unique, beveled shape that enhances their strength.

My Honest Opinion about Playmags and Connetix

When we’re in the indoors, where it’s a little more dark or in a shady location I am awestruck by the appearance and feel of the translucent Connetix due to the amount of light it lets through.

When we’re exploring shadows and light outside or next to a window that has daylight, I am awestruck by the shadows lined by lines that Playmags create . When combined with Connetix Pastel 120 they produce such fascinating compositions that can lead to incredible conversations and observations with my girls who are older.

Playmags includes Click-Ins and the alphabet of 26 letters (13 double-sided pieces) that can be clicked in. My daughters do not play with them frequently as I believed they would when I first bought it, using the triangles, squares and gates.

It could be due to their age, but when they try spelling their name or words using these letters they are frustrated as there’s just one of each letter, and sometimes even that fails because due to the two sides.

Although I like using them as a source to engage in authentic literacy in the instances that it occurs however, in the same way I’m also wondering whether I’d prefer more of the things that my kids do actually use.

After you’ve got an understanding of the commonalities and differences among the many popular brands I’d like to take the time to address a few questions I’ve received in regards to magnetic tiles. This will assist you in making an informed decision when purchasing .

What is the minimum age before my baby is allowed to have fun with the toy?

My 15-year-old is capable of building structures with pieces. In essence, since 8 months old, she’s been playing their magnetic qualities. They’ve been pulling two pieces apart, then connecting them again, repeating and repeat.

Magnetic tiles are definitely the most used and preferred construction material in our house at the moment with a pre-schooler and two toddlers due to the ease with which they can build and construct with.

It is assembled and comes apart with ease unlike Lego or duplo which requires greater precision and fine motor abilities.

They are also more likely to stay solid they are more durable than wooden blocks, for instance, where even the tiniest movement or a block poorly placed can cause a whole structure to fall down.

It’s also not just a building toy. My kids play with it to explore lighting, shadow, and colour…

Encouragement of more activity (we only have around sixty) Do we really need to increase the number of games?

My opinion is that I think that in order to maximize the value of the pieces, if you have the money you should consider at least 100 pieces (even even if you only have one child). More pieces means greater flexibility, more possibilities and more imagination.

I don’t market these toys therefore it isn’t beneficial to me to request for more. it’s my honest opinion.

Is it safe for two years old? Do the magnets fall off quickly?

My first child was introduced to them at the age of 18 months, my 3rd and 2nd born had access to these as they were crawling at 6 months old and we’ve had no incidents of magnets breaking off.

In reality, I refer to those brands: Magnetic tiles Playmags as well as Connetix because they’re the ones we have.

What age will a 2-year-old be able build using it on its own?

Yes, definitely. However, with any open-ended toy that is available it takes time to master the techniques and confidence and to be able to envision the endless possibilities and possibilities. It’s not difficult to create simple structures , but after some practice and time, they’ll begin to make elaborate designs. Like I always say play, and especially free-play, is an acquired skill.

What is the age you would recommend for them? 2yo girl?

If you have only one child at present I’d say anything that is 18 months to 18 years old is ideal. It’s possible that they won’t be creating complex structures in the beginning but they will still discover magnetism in tiles and have fun sorting colours. These were the games my baby was most excited about when I introduced the tiles to her around 18 months old.

My children’s children’s children have they were able to use these structures from the moment they started crawling. They were familiar with the way they operated at a very young age . My third-born at 15 months can add and take out single pieces of existing structures without damaging the whole structure.