Really like that these blocks, although wood, have a softer feel for my two year old who loves building. The only thing I find to be a negative in watching him play and playing with him is the magnets could be stronger. They hold "just enough" to build with, but its not obvious when using them like other magnet building toys. Overall I'd buy them again.

My little one has loved these blocks since she was just a few months old. We previously owned a set of 24 blocks with less variability in the block sizes than this set. The small squares and angled blocks make it possible to create a variety of designs, which is a bonus over the other set we already owned. With that said, there is not a lot of play that can be done with only 24 blocks, you almost need to plan on buying more for these to be fun and engaging as the child grows. Thus the reason for 4 stars, these are so expensive when it is inevitable that you will need more for them to be fun. Another disappointment I had with this set was the box it arrives in. While the box was large enough to fit in our other 24 blocks (48 total), that meant it was actually half empty upon opening, so the set seems less impressive upon opening. The box to our first set was thicker cardboard and folded over with flaps to keep it shut. The lid for this box will just lift up, there is nothing to keep the box held shut to hold the blocks for storage. If you don't plan to store your blocks in the box, then this isn't a problem. Overall, we love these blocks. The colors are beautiful, the wood is so smooth, and the magnets are super strong, yet well encased so there will be no issues with a toddler or baby accidentally swallowing. The downside is the steep price for what you actually get.

I purchased this for my twenty-month old granddaughter for Christmas, and I (and she) could not be any more in love with a toy.

At first I hesitated to spend this much money for a set of blocks, but you know what they say about grandparents spoiling the grandchildren. She loves blocks of all kinds, and I thought the idea of the magnets sounded pretty neat.

When I opened the shipping package, I was a little taken aback that I had spent this much money for such a small item. The blocks are in a solid box that is approximately 6x6x4.

But it's when the girl opened the box that the fun began. First of all, the blocks are lovely. They are beautifully finished in pastel colors. The finish is as smooth as a fine piece of furniture, and they click and slide easily. They attract each other, they repel each other, they can build fantastical objects or mundane objects. They can be tightly linked together to form solids, or they can be linked in other ways to make bridges, cages for little animals, and much more.

Some of the best features:
- A lovely "idea" booklet is included.
- The magnets are so deeply embedded in the blocks that both my son and I spent time wondering "How do they do that?"
- Toddlers love blocks, and they also love to knock block structures down; these blocks do not stray far from their brothers, so lost blocks may be a thing of the past.
- The packaging is simple, but sturdy - very understated, rather than showy.
- As an added plus, the company is devoted to sustainable business practices and the blocks are made in Honduras, where the employees are paid working wages, and much of the profit goes to reforestation (I may be overstating, but you get the idea).
- The blocks will not get old; I envision adding to her set for many years to come.

My advice: do not let the apparently dear price dissuade you; these blocks are worth every penny.

We like these magnetic wooden blocks worth the money yes yes we played with these first at Pittsburgh Children's Museum so me Grammy had to find em love them ypyll need to add to them other sets 24 pack great to start or give

I bought these for a gift in a store and after I saw the 3 year old play with them immediately ordered this set. Lots of options of what to make and the magnets hold the blocks together. Very fun!