Quick answer
Choose the Gundam Astray Green Frame 1/100 if you want a lower-cost 1/100 build for a quick display piece. Choose the Astray Blue Frame D MG if you want a Master Grade build with more parts and accessories and are comfortable spending more time and money.
What the scale labels actually tell you
Both kits are 1/100 scale, so the finished mobile suits will be similar in height. The real difference is the grade: the Green Frame is listed simply as a 1/100 kit, while the Blue Frame D is an MG (Master Grade). In practice, MG kits typically have more internal detail and more complex assembly, but the catalog does not list part counts or articulation for either kit, so treat those as general grade expectations rather than confirmed specs for these two boxes.
Where the price gap changes the decision
The Green Frame 1/100 is priced at USD 17.63 against a comparison price of USD 27.99, while the Blue Frame D MG is USD 46.49 against USD 61.99. That makes the Green Frame the clear budget entry into 1/100 Astray kits and the Blue Frame D a step-up purchase. If you are buying your first Astray or adding a background piece to a shelf, the lower price leaves room for tools and paint. If the build itself is the main event, the MG's higher cost buys a more involved project.
The trade-off: simplicity vs. presence
The Green Frame's appeal is speed and low risk: fewer complex steps means less chance of a stalled build, and the green color scheme stands out on a mixed display. The Blue Frame D MG's appeal is its blue and white scheme, sharp angular details, and included accessories and weapons, which give you more display options out of the box. The honest trade-off is that the simpler kit may feel less rewarding to experienced builders, while the MG demands more patience and workspace.
Decision rules for choosing your Astray
- If your budget is under USD 20: Pick the Gundam Astray Green Frame 1/100. It is the lower-priced 1/100 option and leaves money for nippers, sanding sticks, or a stand. Set a hard budget before browsing so the scale decision stays simple.
- If you want the most detailed build: Choose the Astray Blue Frame D MG. As a Master Grade kit it is designed for a more detailed model-building experience and includes multiple accessories and weapons. Reserve a larger workspace and more build sessions for an MG.
- If you are new to Gundam kits: Start with the Green Frame 1/100. The simpler 1/100 grade is a lower-risk first Astray, and you can move up to an MG once you are comfortable with the tools. Build one kit before buying the next so you learn your own pace.
- If you want a specific color scheme: The Green Frame gives you a green Astray, while the Blue Frame D MG features the iconic blue and white scheme with sharp angular details. Let the display palette decide when the grades feel equal. Check your existing shelf colors before ordering.
Product facts
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Gundam Astray Green Frame 1/100: 1/100 scale Gundam Astray Green Frame from The Gundam Galaxy. A 1/100 build gives you a larger display piece than 1/144 without the higher price of the MG.
Gundam Astray Green Frame 1/100
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Astray Blue Frame D MG: MG (Master Grade) kit of the Astray Blue Frame D with blue and white color scheme and multiple accessories and weapons. The MG grade and included weapon set make it a stronger choice if you want a more detailed build and more posing options.
Astray Blue Frame D MG
Who each kit fits
Best for
- Builders who want a budget-friendly 1/100 Astray for a quick display
- Newer modelers who want a simpler kit before trying a Master Grade
Not for
- Builders who want maximum detail and included weapons in one box
- Collectors who prefer the blue and white Astray color scheme