Test result preview
Product description of the manufacturer
The Stacking Bear from Toys R Wood® is a Montessori wooden toy that has been specially developed for toddlers aged twelve months and over. This sustainable educational toy playfully promotes fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and acoustic perception through its stacking function. Made from FSC-certified wood, it impresses with its natural, chemical-free quality, which is particularly suitable for small children’s hands.
The advantages are the high level of safety, the attractive design and the sustainability of the product, which is ideal as a gift for birthdays.
Onenegative aspect we noticed was the paintwork, which shows small irregularities in some places.
Nevertheless, the Stacking Bear offers an excellent play experience that combines fun and learning. Our test shows that this wooden toy is a long-lasting companion for curious toddlers, although a more even paint finish would have been desirable to perfect the overall look.
Advantages
- Sustainable FSC wood
- Promotes fine motor skills in a playful way
- Safe and child-friendly design
- Easy to clean
Disadvantages
- Minor paint defects
The first impression
Packaging and contents
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?
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?
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Remark
Score achieved*
Product protection
Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected
Points
Sustainability Packaging
Unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, the plastic film protects the product components
Points
Package contents & scope
Complete
Points
Instructions for use
Product is self-explanatory and has additional instructions for use on the outer packaging
Points
TOTAL
98
Points
Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
The packaging of the stacking bear from Toys R Wood® leaves a positive impression on Prüfengel GmbH. The sturdy cardboard box reliably protects the product during transport so that damage can be ruled out. The sustainable packaging, which avoids unnecessary waste, is particularly noteworthy. A thin plastic film protects the individual product components, which represents a sensible compromise between protection and environmental awareness. The contents of the package are complete and the Montessori wooden toy arrives without any defects. The instructions for use on the outer packaging are clear and easy to understand, and the product is largely self-explanatory thanks to its intuitive handling. This makes the Stacking Bear ready to use straight away and makes it easy to get started. Overall, the packaging impresses with its functionality and sustainability, even if the use of plastic film could be designed to be minimally invasive.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
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?
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?
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Remark
Score achieved*
Visual appearance
Attractive design and beautiful colours
Points
Processing
Very good workmanship, no sharp edges or corners
Points
Stability
Very stable
Points
Sustainability of the product
FSC-certified wood and free from harmful chemicals
Points
TOTAL
100
Points
Weighting: 20%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
On first contact with the Stacking Bear from Toys R Wood®, the wooden toy impresses with its appealing appearance. The soft, child-friendly colours and the lovely design are immediately attractive to small children. The workmanship is of high quality: the FSC-certified wood is robust and all edges are carefully rounded so that there is no risk of injury. The stability of the stacking bear is impressive – even with intensive play, the toy remains dimensionally stable and undamaged. The sustainability of the product is emphasised by the use of chemical-free wood, which makes it particularly safe for young children. Overall, the Stacking Bear leaves a good impression in terms of workmanship and appearance, making it a durable and aesthetically pleasing educational toy that will delight parents and children alike.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
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.
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.
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Remark
Score achieved*
Safety of edges and corners
All edges and corners of the toy are rounded and smooth
Points
Stability under load
Neither cracks nor detached parts can be detected
Points
Uniformity of the paintwork
Some minor flaws in the paintwork present
Points
Smooth running of moving parts
All parts are smooth-running
Points
Cleaning and easy care
Toys are easy to clean
Points
TOTAL
96
Points
Weighting: 45%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
Our practical test of the Stacking Bear from Toys R Wood® confirms most of the manufacturer’s advertising promises. The safety of the toy is exemplary: all edges and corners are smooth and rounded, eliminating the risk of injury. In load tests, the wooden toy showed no cracks or detached parts, which emphasises its high stability. The moving parts are smooth-running and enable a smooth play experience, which is particularly important for small children. One small point of criticism is the slight irregularities in the paintwork, but these do not affect the functionality. Cleaning the Stacking Bear is effortless, which is convenient for parents in everyday life. Overall, the Montessori toy fulfils the expectations of a safe, durable and stimulating educational toy, although the paintwork could still be optimised to offer an all-round perfect product.
Test plan
You can find a detailed insight into the evaluation criteria of the practical part of the test and the distribution of points here. If you are also interested in the evaluation of our other test criteria, please read our document on the evaluation process.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
Finally, we analyse 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?
Finally, we analyse 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?
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Remark
Score achieved*
Price / performance ratio
Very good performance in the lower price segment
Points
TOTAL
80
Points
Weighting: 15%
*Themaximum score is 100 points
Prices of up to €27.90 are charged on the internet for equivalent products. Very affordable products are available from just €9.99 . The Toys R Wood® – Stacking Bear made of wood is currently priced at €19.99, which puts it in the middle price segment. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.
Overall result
Weighting
Score achieved*
1. packaging & contents
20%
Points
2. product processing & appearance
20%
Points
3. in the practical test
45%
Points
4. price/performance & consumer reviews
15%
Points
TOTAL
Points
*Themaximum score is 100 points
