I bought this for a grandchild for Christmas. She loves this kind of thing and I thought she would enjoy it. They are a little steep in price and I must say, I was a bit surprised when it arrived in a tiny little 2.5 x 2.5 inch box, (From the pics, I was expecting something about double that size). I wanted to be certain I was getting a decent quality item, so I removed it from the box and started messing around with it to check quality and entertainment value. Well, we are now 3 days closer to Christmas since it arrived and I am no closer to getting back into that 2.5 x 2.5 box it came in. It is ridiculous how many times I have tried to fold it back into a tiny little square! To be honest, I simply feel frustrated with the whole damn thing. I even had ideations of tearing it apart and gluing it back together. (Then I remembered what I paid and I thought better of it.) The quality certainly seems decent. I am basing that on the fact that it didn't come apart yet and I think I have folded it every which way to Sunday. On the upside, my granddaughter is probably going to love it! She is just 9 yrs old, but will probably get it back in the box in 5 minutes!! So, I guess what I am reluctantly saying, is that I think the entertainment value is there. I still have 20 days to get some help (probably from a kid!) with getting this back in the box it came in. Otherwise, I will find a new box to wrap it in and keep the old box - so I can show the granddaughter how it looked when I got it. It is a little embarrassing that I have found this to be so difficult. But, I am trying to be transparent here and forewarn you that UNLESS you have some help from a genius (ok maybe exaggerating there), DO NOT take it out of the box to try it out if it is a gift for someone else! If they weren't so darn expensive, I would have simply just ordered another one and kept this one for my dumb self. ????
EDIT: 01/24/23 - I did order a second one for myself (and company) Mind you, I did not even get it out until several days after Christmas. Today is the 24th of January and so we maybe had it opened 3 weeks. It has been played with quite a bit by kids and adults alike, however it is tearing apart at one of the seams. So, frankly we are a bit disappointed for spending $20 on something we thought we would enjoy a bit longer. After only 3 weeks, it is clear this one is not going to last much longer. I guess on the upside, $20 is really pretty cheap entertainment these days, when you consider the cost of going to a movie or bowling, eating out or any other activity. We probably did get at least $20 worth of entertainment, but still. ????
SHASHIBO Shape Shifting Box - Award-Winning, Patented Fidget Cube w/ 36 Rare Earth Magnets - Transforms Into Over 70 Shapes,
4.6 | 61,873 ratings
Price: 24.99
Last update: 01-12-2025
About this item
Unlike other puzzle box toys that turn out disappointing & dull, the patented, award-winning shashibo sensory box features 36 rare earth magnets for an innovative design that transforms into over 70 shapes. Fits comfortably in the hand for hours of mind-challenging fun, stimulate the senses with unlimited creative possibility! Can you master the shape-shifting box?
Nothing compares to the quality & unique design of the shashibo, durably constructed of premium injection-mold plastic, 36 rare earth magnets, and a tear-proof, matte or high-gloss surface. Each magnetic puzzle features 4 unique, artistic patterns of vibrant, mesmerizing artwork, for an ever-changing array of beauty at your fingertips.
Collect & connect – with the strong internal magnet system of our sensory puzzle boxes, you can connect multiple magnetic cubes to build even larger structures and sculptures – for the ultimate satisfying magnetic sensory toy and brain teaser. Collect all 9 designs to create vibrantly patterned, spellbinding 3d art!
A transformational gift – our sensory magnet cubes make great sensory stimulation puzzle gifts and steam & stem toy gifts for all ages. With every satisfying click, our shape shifting puzzle box ’s calming, therapeutic effect soothes away stress & nerves. Try our gift box set of 4: the ultimate sensory toy set for loved ones to build killer extended structures!
At fun in motion toys, we create toys that stimulate the mind, body & imagination. Designed in the U.S. and Germany, our award-winning magnet cube is made to challenge the senses and build skill & coordination and bring people together for hours of fun. Your happiness is our #1 goal! If you need any help with your shashibo transforming cube, our happiness engineers are standing by. Click our storefront to see our entire range of toys.
Nothing compares to the quality & unique design of the shashibo, durably constructed of premium injection-mold plastic, 36 rare earth magnets, and a tear-proof, matte or high-gloss surface. Each magnetic puzzle features 4 unique, artistic patterns of vibrant, mesmerizing artwork, for an ever-changing array of beauty at your fingertips.
Collect & connect – with the strong internal magnet system of our sensory puzzle boxes, you can connect multiple magnetic cubes to build even larger structures and sculptures – for the ultimate satisfying magnetic sensory toy and brain teaser. Collect all 9 designs to create vibrantly patterned, spellbinding 3d art!
A transformational gift – our sensory magnet cubes make great sensory stimulation puzzle gifts and steam & stem toy gifts for all ages. With every satisfying click, our shape shifting puzzle box ’s calming, therapeutic effect soothes away stress & nerves. Try our gift box set of 4: the ultimate sensory toy set for loved ones to build killer extended structures!
At fun in motion toys, we create toys that stimulate the mind, body & imagination. Designed in the U.S. and Germany, our award-winning magnet cube is made to challenge the senses and build skill & coordination and bring people together for hours of fun. Your happiness is our #1 goal! If you need any help with your shashibo transforming cube, our happiness engineers are standing by. Click our storefront to see our entire range of toys.
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 2.5 x 2.5 x 2.5 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 3.87 ounces |
| Country of Origin | China |
| ASIN | B07W5QM4DP |
| Item model number | Spaced Out |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Best Sellers Rank | #92 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #1 in Puzzle Boxes |
| Customer Reviews |
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars
56,928 ratings
4.6 out of 5 stars |
| Manufacturer | FUN IN MOTION TOYS |
Top reviews from the United States
Redman62
Frustrating for old farts! Not for amateurs!
Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2022
Raab Baudelaire
Puzzle Lovers, is it worth your dollar?
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2023
Raab Baudelaire
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2023
I have a ton of physical puzzles like Puzzling Obscurities and Rubik’s Cubes. This puzzle serves as a very easy and laid back coffee table like puzzle. Very easy to solve and make shapes, magnetics are so tactile and pleasing to the touch, and makes for a very passive puzzle experience. The cube is plastic shapes held together with decorative strong stickers. The magnets are there to hold shapes and combine more than one cube together.
The instructions says if it doesn’t feel right it isn’t right when shaping the Shashibo. Here the fact about the Shashibo’s different shapes, there is just very few and the rest in between are just floppy in between messes less satisfying or useable. I put it at a level 6/10 for difficulty.
Shashibo has 4 separately decorated side that will always face a particular direction in different configurations. Basically, if the cube is red as the smallest cube configurations and also has yellow, blue and green; well, the cube will always be red in that configurations and cannot simply be twisted around and closed back up with a different color. The different configurations will always have the same decorative sides in their exact same place.
So buying one is a waste of money. $25 and can form the same 4 basic major shapes (the other shapes are rather useless and unsatisfying). Buy 2, 3 or 4+ and that’s where this product shines. 2 Shashibos have a couple of combinations that are rather satisfying, 3 and you can cleverly hide a cube within the others in a couple of shapes, 4+ and now we are taking. The 4 cube set seem to be the sweet spot in your purchase. The most satisfying use of this product for your money and you save just a little bit from individual purchases. If you buy 1 it is a dull and short experience with Shashibo. You need more or you’re going to immediately want more. Save you money and go straight for 4. 1 Shashibo has a bigger diminishing return than just buying 4. Combining these cubes is where all the magic is at for this product.
A standard sized Rubik’s Cube will fit inside 1 Shashibo cube for those who are curious.
In the end, it is a fun and relaxing product that I would say has a coffee table fidget charm to it. I definitely say go straight to more than one for your first buy, and in my opinion 4 cubes is the sweet spot to get the most out of this product.
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Barbmom
Pretty hard; great challenge
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2024
Ben
A fun fidget gadget.
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2024
knives black
Great for fidgeting
Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2024Amazon Customer
So much fun to play with
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2024Carlos G. Hernandez
Amazingly entertaining.
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2024