Quick answer
For most families, the Gears Go Kit offers better build value and lower hassle than buying the same parts separately. However, if your child already owns several Cubes or wants a specific custom vehicle, buying individual parts may be the smarter choice.
What you get in the Gears Go Kit
The Gears Go Kit includes a rechargeable Battery Cube, a Motor Cube, an RGB LED Cube, and 71 parts such as bricks, wheels, gears, and axles. That's enough to build at least five different vehicles right out of the box. The kit is designed for unprescribed, creative play, so kids can experiment with mechanical engineering and circuits without following rigid instructions.
When you buy parts separately, you pay for each Cube and each brick individually. You also need to source compatible connectors and wheels, which may require ordering from multiple listings. The total cost often exceeds the kit's catalog price of USD 22.39 (compared to USD 34.99).
The trade-off: convenience vs. customization
The Gears Go Kit saves you time and money if you're starting from scratch. Everything arrives in one box, and the parts are guaranteed to work together. You don't need to research which bricks fit which Cube or worry about missing a critical gear.
On the other hand, buying parts separately lets you hand-pick exactly what you need. If your child already has a Battery Cube and a Motor Cube, adding a few extra gears and axles may cost less than a full kit. You also avoid paying for parts you already own.
The main downside of separate purchases is the risk of incompatibility or forgetting a small but essential component. Without the kit's curated selection, you might end up with wheels that don't fit the axles or too few gears for a working drivetrain.
Gears Go Kit vs. separate parts: trade-offs at a glance
- Cost: The Gears Go Kit costs USD 22.39 (catalog price USD 34.99). Buying the same Cubes and 71 parts separately typically costs more, especially when you account for shipping and minimum order requirements. If budget is your main concern, the kit is almost always cheaper.
- Convenience: The kit arrives with everything you need in one shipment. Separate purchases require you to research, order, and wait for multiple packages. You also risk forgetting a critical part. Choose the kit if you want a hassle-free setup.
- Customization: Buying parts separately lets you select only the components your child actually needs. This is useful if you already own some Cubes or want to build a specific vehicle not covered by the kit's five designs. Go the separate route if you need a tailored parts list.
Product facts
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Gears Go Kit: The Gears Go Kit includes a rechargeable Battery Cube, Motor Cube, RGB LED Cube, and 71 parts (bricks, wheels, gears, axles). You get all the essential components for at least five different vehicle builds in one box, saving you the trouble of sourcing each piece separately.
Gears Go Kit
Which option fits your situation?
Best for
- Families new to Circuit Cubes who want a complete, ready-to-build set at a low price.
- Parents looking for a gift that includes everything needed for creative vehicle play.
Not for
- Kids who already own multiple Cubes and only need a few extra gears or wheels.
- Builders who want to design a custom vehicle using parts they already have.
