Another puzzle box toy that will surely disappoint and bore you. But wait, this one is patented and award-winning, so it must be amazing, right? It has a whopping 36 rare earth magnets that apparently make it innovative and able to transform into over 70 shapes.
But wait, there’s more! This shashibo Shape Shifting Box is made of premium injection-mold plastic, with 36 rare earth magnets and a tear-proof surface. It even comes in either matte or high-gloss finish, because we know that’s what you’ve always wanted in a puzzle toy.
But wait, there’s even more! You can collect and connect multiple magnetic cubes to build larger structures and sculptures, because who doesn’t want to spend hours doing that? It’s the ultimate satisfying magnetic sensory toy and brain teaser, because apparently that’s what you’ve always dreamed of.
And of course, it’s a perfect gift, because who wouldn’t want a sensory stimulation puzzle or steam and stem toy? It has a calming and therapeutic effect that supposedly soothes away stress and nerves. You can even get a gift box set of 4, because one shashibo is just not enough. It’s the ultimate sensory toy set that will surely impress your loved ones.
But wait, there’s even more! Fun in motion toys is all about stimulating your mind, body, and imagination. They even designed this award-winning magnet cube in the U.S. and Germany, because you know those countries are known for their exceptional toy design skills. It’s made to challenge your senses and build skill and coordination.
So, what are you waiting for? Your happiness is their number one goal! If you need any help with your shashibo transforming cube, their happiness engineers are standing by, ready to assist you. Just click their storefront and check out their entire range of toys, because apparently, they have so much more to offer.
What about The Shape Shifting Box?
- The shashibo sensory box is a puzzle toy with 36 rare earth magnets that can transform into over 70 shapes
- It is made of high-quality materials, including premium injection-mold plastic and tear-proof surfaces
- The puzzle features vibrant and mesmerizing artwork with 4 unique patterns
- Multiple magnetic cubes can be connected to build larger structures and sculptures
- The shashibo makes a great gift for all ages and has a calming and therapeutic effect
- Fun in Motion Toys creates toys that stimulate the mind, body, and imagination
- Their award-winning magnet cube is designed to challenge the senses and build skills and coordination
- Happiness engineers are available to help with any issues
Raab Baudelaire –
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. 😢
Pasquier Mireille –
Sehr einfache Idee toll umgesetzt. Jungs lieben es und bauen immer wieder neue Formen. Tolle Verarbeitung und am besten das Original holen.
Barbara Lichtenauer –
I bought this on a whim, with gift giving in the future in mind. My husband wanted to see what it did, so he fooled around with it for a bit.
It was confusing as to how to unfold it, refold it, and manipulate it to create the shapes on the included paper that just had a few shapes one could make with the toy and instructions on how to treat it. There were no handling or ‘how to use’ instructions.
We figured out there are magnets at certain corners and there are only a few shapes one could make with it, as once it is opened, forms a kind of circle.
He was able to make one of the shapes shown, but not any others. He has good spatial abilities so this was confounding even for him. After a while, he got it back into it’s original cube shape and I packed it back up to be put in the gift closet.
We will have to be careful to whom we gift it to – will they think we do not like them and gave them a torture device or think highly of them because it is a higher level thinker toy??
Roger Hargrave –
I must admit I was very excited about this cube. I bought two of them! I believed the hype and positive reviews. I ended up given them as a present to a 6 year old child. She will start learning geometry and math soon and I thought she might benefit from these toys. The material used is kind of cardboard/paper and like other people have mentioned the longevity of these toys can’t be very long. The quality of printing and design/patterns used are ok, nothing especial or beautiful about them. Fast delivery that’s true. About the puzzles/shapes: the magnets are strong and I can understand why people love playing with them, it’s oddly satisfying. Feels good to manipulate. Level of difficulty? Well, I am honest and describe only my own experience: Low. I am average I think. But these cubes and basic shapes and more you can achieve them intuitively in less than 30 min and I am kind of exaggerating and being generous… 10-15 minutes is all you need. Return it to the original cube shape is really EASY and straight forward too. Yes you could collect them and make more shapes… but is it worthy? I am not sure, too expensive for a very limited toy. I don’t even consider these puzzles to be completely honest. I love my Rubik cubes and never get tired of them, I love some more than others of course. And I have invested in good ones too. That’s far more fun and would recommend Rubik over this cube. Trust me I was excited about the 3D cube… such a shame!
EDIT: I am delighted… I can’t believe how successful these toys are among children. I will buy it again for other kids. After observing how different children play with them I can confirm the size and the materials used are more than adequate. Difficulty level is also perfect for children, this cube invites them to try and generate geometrical shapes easily, it ignites their imagination that’s for sure! They can compete with each other, they can collect them, they can learn and study the different shapes. I am really impressed. I would say kids 5-10 years old would be fascinated by these cubes and they will feel they can achieve these little goals. Not bad after all. Still these toys are very overpriced for what they are… but we all know how pricing works, once this trend/marketing starts to disappear they will have to lower the price. It’s ridiculous… as a consumer it really annoys me.
Redman62 –
Cadeau pour ma petite fille
E Symphony –
Ich habe den Würfel für meine Frau bestellt,
Als er ankam probierte ich ihn natürlich erst mal aus ….
Nach knapp 30 min habe ich ihn endlich wieder in die Würfelposition zurückgebracht so das ich ihn wieder in die Verpacken bekommen habe….
Pfjuuu glück gehabt….
Am nächsten Tag haben unsere Kinder 6 und 10, den Würfel entdeckt und waren mal eine gute zeitlang beschäftigt,
Die einzige die nichts damit anfangen kann ist meine Frau für die ich es eigendlich bestellt habe….
Aber damit die Kinder und ich nicht um den Würfel streiten müssen hab ich schon noch zwei bestellt.
Alos, Fazit.
Den Kindern und mir gefällt der Würfel,
Man kann sich oder die Kinder a zeit lang beschäftigen, bekommt coole Figuren und immer mal wieder neue formen zusammen.
Bin gespannt wie man die würfel miteinander kombinieren kann.
Raab Baudelaire –
I have to start off by saying I am a huge Puzzle Lover and a (Rubik’s) Cuber. From riddles, illusions and physical puzzles, I am addicted to all things puzzles.
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.
RxBxCCx –
I first saw this at a store and you could play around with it. My boyfriend loved it so much, that I ended up ordering on here, where it’s actually the same price as in that specialty toy store. $25 per cube feels just a little high, but also not too bad for a great product like this.
It’s quite “addictive” and feels good in your hands. It’s a decent size for both adults and kids, it has a nice, smooth touch, the magnets are strong, yet it’s easy to pull apart and shift the pieces. Great quality.
Love the look of it, too. It’s well made.
Fun for everybody, whether you have kids with ADHD, or are just riding shotgun in a car, or leave it on a coffee table for visitors to play around with …
I’d definitely recommend, and I’m usually not into “toys” …
Johannes Schar –
Easy to use, but taxing enough even for a 75 year old and his (my), four under teenage grandchildren.