LEGO building vs Model railways
LEGO building and model railways have 92% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.
| What | LEGO building | Model railways |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 2 hours a week | 3 hours a week |
| Who with | On your own | On your own |
| You end up with | Something you made | Something you made |
| Feels | Calm | Calm |
| To start | $60 | $150 |
Choose LEGO building if
- Quicker first wins
- Less to learn up front
- Quicker to pick up
About $60 to start, then about $30 a month.
Choose model railways if
- Slower to reward you
- More to learn
- Takes longer to get good at
About $150 to start, then about $30 a month.
What you'll need
- LEGO building: Starter Sets, Tools & Sorting Full cost breakdown
- Model railways: Scenery Materials, Track, Model Railroad Starter Set Full cost breakdown