LEGO
LEGO DUPLO Brick Box
Large, toddler-safe DUPLO bricks in a starter box — the first LEGO gift for the youngest builders.
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Where it ranks in our guides
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Pros and cons
What we like
- Oversized bricks sized for small hands
- Includes a car with moving wheels, people figures and numbered bricks
- Sturdy storage box doubles as a tidy-up solution
- Open-ended building with no fixed model to follow
What may bother
- Aimed at very young children, so older kids will outgrow it quickly
- Pieces are bigger than standard LEGO and will not fit regular bricks
- Floor play means bricks scatter easily
Our verdict
86 / 100An easy pick for a toddler or a first birthday gift for a young builder. Avoid it for school-age children who want more complex sets, and plan for a play mat or a corner to build.
Frequently asked questions
What age is this designed for?
DUPLO bricks are designed for toddlers, generally ages 1.5 to 5, given their larger size.
Are DUPLO bricks compatible with regular LEGO bricks?
Yes, DUPLO bricks are designed to be compatible in scale with standard LEGO bricks, though they're much larger individually.
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How we score
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