The Montessori stacking and sorting toy from Sweety Fox is a children’s toy classic. The quality product stimulates the imagination in the long term. The pastel-colored shape and color sorting toy is perfect for babies to play with. It helps children to develop their fine motor skills, counting and sorting. This design delights children and makes their hearts beat faster. For generations , this colorful and creative wooden toy has been delighting children aged 1 to 3 all over the world as an entertaining and educational sorting and learning toy.
Advantages
✅ Toy classics
✅ Resilient
✅ Extra-large parts
✅ 100% safe
Disadvantages
❌ Use of plastic in the packaging
The test
General information
We took a close look at and tested the product in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. From the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling, the product is subjected to our test procedure.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum achievable score per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weighting. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.
The first impression
Packaging and contents
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, the plastic film protects the product components, but is not completely recyclable | 80 points |
| Package contents & scope | Complete | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | No instructions for use included, product is self-explanatory | 100 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Sweety Fox Montessori sorting toy is carefully packaged. The sturdy cardboard box offers sufficient protection during transportation. Despite the reduction in unnecessary packaging waste, the use of plastic film may be considered critical by some customers . The set consists of 20 pieces containing blocks with 5 shapes in different colors . Instructions for use are not required due to the ease of use . The packaging contains safety instructions and product information.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Very good visual appearance, high-quality materials. | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship | 100 points |
| Stability | Very stable | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Made from wood | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Montessori sorting toy impresses with its attractive and simple design, which is made of high-quality wood. The workmanship is very good, with no visible defects such as cracks or unclean transitions. Made from lightweight natural wood, the product gives an extremely stable impression. The paints are made with non-toxic water-based dye. No specific information is available from the manufacturer regarding the sustainability of the product. The use of first-class materials and the precise workmanship indicate a considerable durability .
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Functionality | Optimal for multisensory perception | 100 points |
| Longevity | The wood is scratch-resistant. | 100 points |
| Usability | Limited variety of activities | 90 points |
| Development support | Playful learning, Montessori pedagogy | 100 points |
| Security | Non-toxic water-based paint | 100 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The extra-large pieces are easy for little fingers to grasp. This sensory sorting block helps your toddler to control their body movements and develop their fine motor skills . The workmanship of this sorting toy is rated as outstanding, which indicates first-class manufacturing quality. The pastel colors are often perceived as more calming than bright and flashy colors, and the toy encourages creativity and sensory development in the child. These outstanding features make the Montessori stacking and sorting toy from Sweety Fox a safe and environmentally friendly toy that stimulates the imagination . It has no sharp contours and so there is no risk of injury.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Good performance in the upper price segment | 60 points |
| Rating cut | 4.5 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 75 points |
| Total | 68 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers rate the product with an average of 4.5 stars. One common complaint is that the wooden dowels come loose quickly. Many customers like the fact that it has no sharp contours. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the toy is safe and has no sharp edges.
Prices of up to €17 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €9. The Montessori stacking and sorting toy from Sweety Fox is therefore currently in the upper price segment with a price of €16.99. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 95 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 100 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 98 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 68 points |
| Total | 93 points |
The Montessori stacking and sorting toy from the Sweety Fox brand was awarded an overall score of 1.4 and therefore successfully qualified for our test seal. The test was carried out during the test period 12/23 and is stored in our database under the license number 231130015. Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.
Test result:
1,4
