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MAGNA-TILES Classic 32-Piece Magnetic Construction Set

The original magnetic building brand's starter set of 32 translucent shapes in six colors.

89/ 100
CTG scoreFavoriteHow we score
Budget $30 to $50 Indicative range, today's price on the store
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Where it ranks in our guides

A medal marks a podium; the score on the right is the product’s score for that recipient.

Scores by criterion

Proven reliability 99
Satisfaction and consistency of user feedback over time.
Perceived value 88
How valuable it feels compared with the budget.
Bond and memory 88
What the gift says about the relationship, and what remains months later.
Originality 78
The opposite of the cliché expected for this recipient.
Novelty 74
Age of the product since it went on sale: top score for the first three months, then it declines over time.

Our verdict

89 / 100

It is the original brand's entry set, with enough pieces for towers and houses, and it is designed to be played with without instructions.

Best forA child age 3 and up getting a first magnetic building set.
Best occasionBirthday, Christmas
Avoid ifThe family already has a big set and wants a themed or larger one.
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Frequently asked questions

What shapes come in the set?

Squares (2 large, 14 small) and triangles (8 equilateral, 4 right, 4 isosceles), 32 pieces in all.

What is it made of?

Non-toxic MABS plastic that is free from BPAs, phthalates and latex.

Does it work with other MAGNA-TILES sets?

Yes. All pieces are compatible with other MAGNA-TILES sets.

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How we score

The CTG score out of 100 is the weighted average of five criteria rated for every product: proven reliability (36%), perceived value (18%), bond and memory (18%), originality (14%) and novelty (14%). Each criterion has its own published scale, identical for every product: it rates generously, because every product in our selection is already good. The score does not depend on the guide. 60 to 69: average gift. 70 to 77: good pick. 78 to 85: safe bet. 86 to 89: favorite. 90 and above: the perfect gift, a label reserved for excellent products that customers like, one winner per occasion. In a guide, the score for the recipient combines this score with the place in the ranking. The budget is an indicative range: the exact price is shown by the store at checkout. Read our full selection method →

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