Updated July 2026

MagBlox magnetic tiles, reviewed independently

A respectable aesthetic-first alternative. Choose it for the colours; choose Connetix for the engineering.

The facts

• Origin: Australia
• Tier: mid-range
• Magnet strength: strong
• Construction: Riveted, standard footprint, muted colour palette
• Compatibility: standard footprint; connects with Connetix, Magna-Tiles, Kmart and kin
• Typical price: around AU$100-140 for a 100-piece pack (prices move; always check current listings)

What it gets right

• Muted colour range that suits homes tired of primary-colour plastic
• Australian brand, decent magnet strength
• Compatible with the standard footprint

Where it falls short

• Less widely reviewed than Connetix or Magna-Tiles
• Availability comes and goes

Who should buy it

Parents who prefer softer, less saturated colours.

Check MagBlox prices on Amazon AU

What else to consider

The closest alternatives at this price and quality level are Playmags and Learn & Grow (now TileTek). Everything on Australian shelves sits in the full ranking, and because almost every brand shares the same footprint, the compatibility guide covers what mixes with what before you commit to one. Buying a first set? The first-pack guide covers the right starting size by age and budget, and where to buy in Australia covers who stocks MagBlox and the sale windows worth waiting for.

The other brands, in one line each

• Connetix: Families who want one set that lasts years and holds big builds.
• Magna-Tiles: Classrooms and buyers who want the most proven name.
• Playmags: Value hunters who want near-premium magnets under the Connetix price.
• Learn & Grow (now TileTek): A cheaper Australian-brand alternative to Connetix.
• Kmart Anko: Testing whether your child cares about magnetic tiles at all.