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Entomology vs Microscopy

Entomology and microscopy have 90% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.

WhatEntomologyMicroscopy
Time a week2 hours a week2 hours a week
Who withOn your ownOn your own
You end up withA skill you got better atA skill you got better at
FeelsCalmCalm
To start$80$120

Choose entomology if

  • More time outside
  • More rhythmic and repetitive

About $80 to start, then about $5 a month.

About entomology

Choose microscopy if

  • More of an indoor thing
  • Less repetitive

About $120 to start, then about $5 a month.

About microscopy

What you'll need

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Any two of the 396. You get the time each takes, what it costs to start, who you need and what you end up with.