This category covers animal figurines, play sets with small figures, vinyl collectible figures and miniatures for tabletop games. It suits children, parents looking for a gift and adult collectors. Schleich, Games Workshop, Playmobil and Funko have the most models, with over 300 products in total.
How to choose a figurine or collectible toy
Age. In our range the minimum recommended age mostly runs from 3 to 7 years, and the upper limit on many products is 12 years. Small figures are not suitable for children under three because they have small parts, so always check the age label on the packaging.
Play or display. Schleich and Playmobil figures are made for play and cope with everyday handling. Funko and McFarlane vinyl and action figures usually sit on a shelf, so detail and an undamaged box matter more than durability. A few products list an upper age of 99 years, which points to adult collectors.
Theme and scale. Start with the theme: farm and wild animals, knights and fairies, film and game characters or battle miniatures. Figures from different makers are often different sizes, so for one scene it is better to stay with a single series or manufacturer.
Assembly and painting. Schleich figures are ready to play with straight away, and Playmobil sets usually need only the parts and accessories fitting together. Games Workshop miniatures are typically unpainted plastic parts that must be removed from the frame, glued and painted, so you will need glue, paints and brushes.
Availability of a series. Some figures and series are discontinued after a while. If you are building a collection, it is worth buying missing pieces promptly, as they may not be available later.
Brands we carry
- Schleich: a German maker known for hand-painted figurines of farm animals, wildlife, horses and fantasy creatures.
- Games Workshop: the creator of Warhammer tabletop games and Citadel miniatures, which are assembled and painted by the buyer.
- Playmobil: a German maker whose sets contain figures and accessories in a consistent style, with knight, town and farm themes.
- Funko: an American maker known for big-headed vinyl collectible figures based on films, series and games.
- McFarlane: known for detailed action figures of licensed film, comic and video game characters.
- Tubbz: collectible duck figures dressed as characters from well-known franchises.
Also in our range: Aurora, ZURU, Spin Master, ABYstyle, Bandai and Yume.
Frequently asked questions
What age are figurines suitable for?
It depends on the product, so always check the recommended age on the packaging. In our range the minimum age is mostly between 3 and 7 years, while vinyl collectibles and miniatures are aimed at older buyers. Small figures are not suitable for children under three because of small parts.
What is the difference between Schleich and Playmobil figures?
Schleich mainly makes detailed figurines of animals and fantasy creatures, while Playmobil offers sets with people and accessories that can be assembled. Schleich suits animal scenes and collecting, and Playmobil suits stories about a town, knights or a farm.
Do Games Workshop miniatures come painted?
Usually not. They are typically plastic parts that you glue together and paint yourself, so it is worth buying glue, paints and brushes with them. Beginners find it easier to start with a small set.
What should I buy for a figure collector?
The safest choice is a figure of a character, film or game the person already likes, such as a Funko vinyl figure or a McFarlane action figure. Find out which series they collect before buying, and choose a product with an undamaged box.
