Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, 73-Piece Set vs Large Double-Sided Magnetic Money Set for Learning
Overall winner: Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, 73-Piece Set
Key Differences
Learning Resources' cash register is a 73-piece pretend-play set with a solar-powered calculator, realistic sounds, and extensive bills and coins—good for role-play and broad money-skill practice. Simply Magic's product is a large double-sided magnetic money set focused on money recognition and place value, with magnets that may not stick on some surfaces—better for hands-on math manipulatives and classroom activities
Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register, 73-Piece Set
Solar-powered pretend cash register with 73 pieces for basic math and money skills. Includes 30 pretend bills and 40 coins, plus real register sounds. Customer note: great learning tool and gift for ages 4–10
Pros
- solar powered, no batteries needed
- realistic cash register sounds
- includes extensive set of bills and coins
- promotes basic math and money skills
Cons
- drawer can open abruptly
- some customers report calculator stops working
Large Double-Sided Magnetic Money Set for Learning
Realistic jumbo double-sided magnetic money set designed for learning math concepts and money recognition. Helps with identifying coins and bills, addition/subtraction, and decimals; praised for teaching ability and quality, with mixed feedback on magnet strength
Pros
- large size for easy handling
- double-sided design shows heads and tails
- teaches money recognition and place value
- durable construction
Cons
- magnets may not stick well on some surfaces
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | Learning Resources |
| Durability | Tie |
| Versatility | Learning Resources |
| User Reviews | Learning Resources |