X by Veritasium - The Ultimate Magnetic Molecular Modeling Set | v2.0 Stronger Magnets | Engaging Science Education Kit for STEM Learning | Intro to Atoms, Molecules, Bonding, Chemistry

I was thrown off by the price because why would I try something different than what's been tried and true in college and high school?These are so satisfying to snap together. The atoms rotate freely around each other, which is challenging to build models. But, it makes the models much more realistic, making you think about how bonds freely rotate, or, if they need to be satisfied by double/triple bonds.Had a ton of fun with these with the family.

I got this for my 3 year old nephew, as a way to manipulate him into loving science :). they are really cool toys, and i'm a science nerd, also love Veritasium, so i find them to be a great chemistry example as well. high recommend!

Hands down the best molecule modeling kit I've found. The magnets could be stronger, but they hold everything together well enough as long you're careful.

I am a middle school science teacher and bought these for our unit on elements and compounds. The kids were immediately enthralled by them. It was a great way to show how elements combine to form compounds in a visual way. The magnets are nice and strong so they don't fall apart. Each "atom" has a limited number of sides that correctly shows how many bonds can form on that element. The snapping sound of the magnets connecting was a great way to show how energy goes into forming bonds. I found these much better than the smaller models that I have used in the past. The kids can easily see them when I am teaching and they are much easier to put together and take apart compared to other models. I would definitely recommend these to any science teacher.

Good quality product and I like how the magnets are really good quality. But I do not understand even how small compounds like C2H2 (Ethyne) can be made with 3 bonds between two carbon atoms. These single bonds are too small to reach the magnet parts of the other Carbon molecule. Maybe its me but I do not see any double bonds or triple bonds either...I wish they created a video or something for this, so that we know how to attach these single bonds on Carbon or Nitrogen atoms to mimic double or triple bonds.Poor direction, otherwise it would have been a great product. My son loves to play and learn with it.

Large atoms and magnets prove to be a great demo tool compared to the smaller kits with traditional sticks for atom bonds. Increases students’ understanding of molecular buildup.Make sure that the atoms are correctly placed in box (they have the tendency to stick to their neighbours) to prevent damage to the atoms when closing the box

I just got this in the mail (im a big fan of veritaseums YouTube channel so this looked like a pretty good learning toy). I remember having to use the plastic balls and sticks back in college for ochem, and I remembered how hard they were to use since you had to stick the sticks with the atoms together. The fancier college kids had the better balls and bonds kits but even those required a bit too much force to try and make molecules from.This kit and the magnets seem to provide a good introduction to magnetic attraction and also could be used when they get older. My 13 month kid seems to like pulling the atoms apart and putting them together (he also seems to like to try and put the white hydrogen atoms in his mouth but they are big enough that it's not a choking hazard). They are also pretty light.Overall my son seems to like it so far.

Snatoms are great learning product, but I was surprised by the lack of quality right out of the box. Snatoms are shipped directly in their container with no protective plastic/foam resulting in many scratches. Some of the magnet holes are slightly deformed, but snapping them together still works well. Considering the $100 price, I think Snatoms should have better surface quality or at least include protective packaging.