We love this set but my sons want more pieces. Is it compatible with ANY other brand? Or do I just buy the same thing (seems kind of boring?)
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I totally understand- it's fun to create different designs, but it would be cooler if you could do them taller. We have an older set, from a friend who's kids are grown and I'm not sure what brand it is, but it's more sturdily built & I was hoping we could use them together, but these marbulous ones are a little smaller. I wish I could help more, but all I know is the two sets we have are not compatible, so at this point I would recommend getting more of the same. I've seen these things in teacher supply /educational stores though, so maybe you could bring a piece into one of them & ask to try another one? Good luck!
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The older set referred to in the other response is probably the Marble Works brand - which in my experience is hands down superior to this...except it's not compatible with anything!!! I can't say for sure - but I believe these are compatible with the galt brand (I'll be finding out for sure shortly...in 2 days :P). We have the Marble Works set from when I grew up (so it's about 30yrs old now...I definitely don't see these lasting that long!) & got another used set thinking it would work with it...it didn't...and I refuse to spend $50 on a marble works set, so I'm buying this set now (can't believe my parents shelled that out for me when I was a kid!). The older set referred to in the other response is probably the Marble Works brand - which in my experience is hands down superior to this...except it's not compatible with anything!!! I can't say for sure - but I believe these are compatible with the galt brand (I'll be finding out for sure shortly...in 2 days :P). We have the Marble Works set from when I grew up (so it's about 30yrs old now...I definitely don't see these lasting that long!) & got another used set thinking it would work with it...it didn't...and I refuse to spend $50 on a marble works set, so I'm buying this set now (can't... » Read More The older set referred to in the other response is probably the Marble Works brand - which in my experience is hands down superior to this...except it's not compatible with anything!!! I can't say for sure - but I believe these are compatible with the galt brand (I'll be finding out for sure shortly...in 2 days :P). We have the Marble Works set from when I grew up (so it's about 30yrs old now...I definitely don't see these lasting that long!) & got another used set thinking it would work with it...it didn't...and I refuse to spend $50 on a marble works set, so I'm buying this set now (can't believe my parents shelled that out for me when I was a kid!). « Show Less
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I totally understand- it's fun to create different designs, but it would be cooler if you could do them taller. We have an older set, from a friend who's kids are grown and I'm not sure what brand it is, but it's more sturdily built & I was hoping we could use them together, but these marbulous ones are a little smaller. I wish I could help more, but all I know is the two sets we have are not compatible, so at this point I would recommend getting more of the same. I've seen these things in teacher supply /educational stores though, so maybe you could bring a piece into one of them & ask to try another one? Good luck! I totally understand- it's fun to create different designs, but it would be cooler if you could do them taller. We have an older set, from a friend who's kids are grown and I'm not sure what brand it is, but it's more sturdily built & I was hoping we could use them together, but these marbulous ones are a little smaller. I wish I could help more, but all I know is the two sets we have are not compatible, so at this point I would recommend getting more of the same. I've seen these things in teacher supply /educational stores though, so maybe you could bring a piece into one of them & ask to... » Read More I totally understand- it's fun to create different designs, but it would be cooler if you could do them taller. We have an older set, from a friend who's kids are grown and I'm not sure what brand it is, but it's more sturdily built & I was hoping we could use them together, but these marbulous ones are a little smaller. I wish I could help more, but all I know is the two sets we have are not compatible, so at this point I would recommend getting more of the same. I've seen these things in teacher supply /educational stores though, so maybe you could bring a piece into one of them & ask to try another one? Good luck! « Show Less
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Hi, Chet! I think the set with wheels is great for toddler boys. As your child gets bigger, you may want to add to the Magna-tile collection because they start to really enjoy building big structures and towers. As a beginning set, though, the smaller one with wheels is fun!
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As Lego sets go it's a pretty decent value. It has multiple mini figures, a structure and a "vehicle" for the mini figures. My nephew likes to construct a set from the included instructions, deconstruct and then reconstruct in different configurations, sometimes reverting to the original (if he can find all the pieces.) He has many sets and they all tend to end up mixed together after a while. It's his favorite toy. You really can't go wrong with Lego. Even his older sister likes to build with them.
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It's a great starter set. My kids love it. I believe it comes with two, or at least one. You can always get more at toys r us. They are under $5 or less. Good luck
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I also went ahead and ordered the set for my son yesterday! I ordered: Gears Gears Gears Superset, Gears Light N Action, and Gizmos and Gears for our 7 1/2 year old son. These will be Christmas gifts from 2 sets of grandparents. I decided I could not wait and miss the delivery date for Christmas!! I hope your son and my son will be happy!! I think they will. I did not want to risk the potential "frustration level" of the M-gears for 8 years and up. Our son, as yours must be, is very mechanical/engineer/construction minded and he could probably be able to do the M-gears, HOWEVER, I want him to also be able to play individually, alone with the set as well as playing with his 10 year old sister, mom and dad!! Being able to construct on his own is very important - builds self-esteem. I would hate to have him frustrated all of the time and having to constantly ask for help!! I wish the company would develop "connectors" so that the Gears set would work with the M-gears, where a connector had a large connection for the Gears set, and a much smaller connection for the M-gears. Hmmmmm - good idea for the company!! Maybe next Christmas, we can both buy these "new" connectors so that we don't have to pack away the Gears set when they turn 10 in a few years!!!
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We have two sets combined and with two boys, they have so much more they can build. We started with the small set as a gift and then bought the bigger set! The one with wheels is great because they love to build it as a car or train!
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Yes! Our son loves legos and really loves to build with erector sets too. This is a great set. He loves it.
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I'm sure he would still like the set, but don't know for how long. It is more for the younger guy. When my guy was younger he loved them, he's now 4 and will on occasion pull them out but really prefers his die cast and wooden trains.
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I am a purchaser, so you would need to find one online that has yellow looking tiles. This set is gorgeous and several of us have purchased one in the last six months. Best of luck.
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I have to disagree with the other answer about the product being junk. The set worked very well for a precocious 6-year old. It is one of his more complicated sets though. It was a little frustrating until he realized the connectors slide together from the side and don't snap straight in. If you buy it, this comment will make sense.
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Yeah, they are from different kinds from different sets. you can actually contact them, and let them know which sets you like better, and they will give you more of that stuff.
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You can order the accessories and trackmaster trains separate instead of buying the whole track sets. (might save a little money and room) This set provides you with at least 3 or 4 ways to build it. Do a search under Trackmaster Thomas the train sets and it should provide you with some more options after you see the set you just purchased. My daughter loves it and I just purchased more trains and used other pieces from a previous train set as scenery. Hope this helps.
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I wish I could help but we only have this one set. I also am wondering if they work with other brands. We do love the set we have though
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We have not opened and used this set yet but we do own another set and they are compatible with regular size Legos. Hope this helps.
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I will ask my son and get back with you. I bought the set for him. I know he is happy with the one I bought him.
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You may want to start with a basic set but with sufficient pieces to build different structures. For 2 of them, probably the 62 pc set may work.
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We've used ours for a couple years. One side worked great with the Duplo / Mega blocks. Now he's moved on to the real legos & those fit well too. We haven't tried any off-brand small legos yet, but all the different brands of Duplo size fit the other side just fine.