LEGO building vs Scale model kits
LEGO building and scale model kits have 94% 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 | Scale model kits |
|---|---|---|
| Time a week | 2 hours a week | 2 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 | $30 |
Choose LEGO building if
- Less fiddly
- Quicker first wins
About $60 to start, then about $30 a month.
Choose scale model kits if
- More fiddly, precise work
- Slower to reward you
About $30 to start, then about $15 a month.
What you'll need
- LEGO building: Starter Sets, Tools & Sorting Full cost breakdown
- Scale model kits: About $30 to start, then about $15 a month. Full cost breakdown