Jamie: I do not know if it was good or not. I purchased it as a gift. I thought I hit a Homerun. I was super excited about it especially for the quality and price based on reviews. I looked at many before I settled on this one. It was a child’s birthday gift to replace their old broken one but apparently they like the old one because it was only for decoration purposes Lol.
Their loss, I still think this would be a great gift for a child that actually wants one.
United States on Oct 09, 2023
Mathieu: Was a perfect starter to get my kids Into it, now they want more magnification.
Canada on Jul 27, 2023
Danny: Perfect for beginners and adults who are curious about the micro world
Canada on Jul 20, 2023
Benoit Thibault: I am surpised by the high quality of te microscope. Thanks
Canada on Jun 28, 2023
photophile: Lens in eyepiece broke in first few months. It was past the Amazon return period but National Geographic cusotmer support made it right. Thank you!
Canada on May 16, 2023
Jennifer D.: It’s not the strongest magnification but what I live about this is it’s impossible for kids to break the lens! Very durable, clear and well lit! Fantastic for my 7 year old son!
United States on Jan 17, 2023
Jean Lanouette: Was about to return this item because it seemed defective. Would not keep in focus. Unfortunately, the return date had expired. Disappointed since I had purchased this for our 6-year-old granddaughter's birthday. The good news is that I was able to fix this problem by simply tightening the knobs in a clockwise direction. Too bad this adjustment is not mentioned in the manual. I noticed in the reviews that a number of customers had returned the microscope believing it was defective.
Canada on Jun 08, 2022
Geoff R.: This to me is a great scope for kids getting into science. It has both top and bottom lighting (allowing lots of objects to be viewed without putting them on slides.) The bottom lens is far away from the object (This keeps the children from cracking the lens into the object and breaking it) and it is portable (so you can take it with you outside if the kids adventure into outdoor discovery).
The one suggestion I would make is to have the eyepieces lock into the scope. If someone picks this up to carry it from the back, the eye pieces can fall out easily.
The included slides are a great entry into the world of the small, and the ability to throw a rock, or a leaf, or any other object under the scope to zoom in is great for kids without having to prep a slide. The brine shrimp are a wonderful way to get kids into thinking about looking at small things in greater detail, and the clear box allows them to throw insects into the box and look at them in detail.
Overall, I would definitely buy this again.
United States on Apr 02, 2017
Thomas Manshack: This comes exactly as advertised and I couldn't be happier with it. My 8 year old loves science but is still at an age where a bit of clumsiness is be expected. This device is simple and sturdy enough to meet the challenges of his age range, yet still provides a "Wow, cool!" level of magnification that will keep a kid interested. You get enough magnification to clearly see plant cell walls and motes of pollen.
It comes with glass plates and clips, as well as a bunch of pre-loaded plate samples like onion skin and earthworm bisection... but just as importantly, you can easily stick a quarter or a leaf under the lens with no fuss. That's crucial for kids who aren't yet ready for delicate, time-consuming procedures. For older kids, the plates come with clear instructions and are easy to assemble.
I can't lie... I've played with this as much as the kids have. It's just that much fun to look at everyday things under the lens. Strongly recommend for a school-aged kid's microscope, or even for an adult who just needs a quick and easy magnifier for small details on things like coins or jewels.
United States on Jan 02, 2017
National Geographic Dual LED Student Microscope Science Kit with 50+ Pieces for Educational Exploration | Carson MicroBrite 20x-40x LED Lighted Pocket Microscope: Perfect for Learning, Education and Exploring! | AmScope Kids Microscope Kit: Perfect for Introductory Science Exploration | |
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Sale off | $3 OFF | $8 OFF | |
Total Reviews | 468 reviews | 427 reviews | 273 reviews |
Customer Reviews | 4.6/5 stars of 2,979 ratings | 4.5/5 stars of 1,245 ratings | 4.6/5 stars of 1,082 ratings |
Release date | August 7, 2017 | August 1, 2020 | |
ASIN | B01ICAU41E | B000Z3A8UY | B0167T5ATS |
Age Range (Description) | Kid | ||
Brand | NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC | Carson | AmScope |
Size | 50+ pc Science Kit | ||
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.25 x 5.7 x 12.5 inches | ||
Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up | ||
Item Weight | 2 pounds | 1.92 ounces | 5.77 pounds |
Item model number | NGMICROSCOPE | MM-24 | M162C-2L-PB10-WM-SP14-50P100S |
Country of Origin | China | China | China |
Manufacturer | No | Carson Optical, Inc | AmScope |
Best Sellers Rank | #2,199 in Toys & Games #4 in Kids' Microscopes | #6,207 in Toys & Games #6 in Kids' Microscopes | #50,558 in Toys & Games #36 in Kids' Microscopes |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | No | No |
Product Dimensions | 7.25 x 5.7 x 12.5 inches | 2.1 x 1.2 x 4 inches | 16"L x 12"W x 8"H |
Ella: It’s pretty easy to use. It’s really fun the quality is not that great and it’s really worth the price. I think these are good for kids full of science, or interested in insects and stuff.
United States on Nov 25, 2023