Iglu Soft play blocks are gross-motor equipment: a child climbs, crawls, carries and rebuilds them into something new every week. Four IGLU sets compared: price, age, number of pieces, shapes, height and the floor space each one takes.
All specifications are as stated by the manufacturer; measurements are taken from the manufacturer's dimension drawings. Updated 9/2026.
First setCorner Climber, 5 pieces
IGLU
€155
Recommended age6–24 months
manufacturer guidance
Pieces5
ShapesSteps, wedge, quarter circle, 2 blocks
Highest piece24 cm
Floor spaceapprox. 100 × 120 cm
as pictured
Module size48 cm
MovementCrawling, pulling up, first climbing, sliding down the wedge
MaterialPE foam, closed-cell
eco-leather cover
CertificationCE, EU toy safety
certified in EU, UK, USA, Canada
CareWipe clean with mild soap
hidden zips
WeightNot stated
“super light”
Made inNorthern Europe (EU)
Choose this if……you want the least expensive way to start.
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Wave + rollerExplorer, 6 pieces
IGLU
€195
Recommended age12–36 months
manufacturer guidance
Pieces6
ShapesSteps, wave, roller, quarter circle, 2 blocks
Highest piece20 cm
Floor spaceapprox. 100 × 80 cm
as pictured
Module size40 cm
MovementClimbing steps, balancing over the wave, rolling
MaterialPE foam, closed-cell
eco-leather cover
CertificationCE, EU toy safety
certified in EU, UK, USA, Canada
CareWipe clean with mild soap
hidden zips
WeightNot stated
“super light”
Made inNorthern Europe (EU)
Choose this if……you want the most variety for the space it takes.
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Ages 2–5Adventurer, 8 pieces
IGLU
€230
Recommended age2–5 years
manufacturer guidance
Pieces8
ShapesArch, cradle, roller, steps, wedge, quarter round, block, mat
Highest piece20 cm
arch and blocks
Floor spaceapprox. 120 × 80 cm
as pictured
Module size40 cm
MovementRocking in the cradle, balancing on the arch, jumping down
MaterialPE foam, closed-cell
eco-leather cover
CertificationCE, EU toy safety
certified in EU, UK, USA, Canada
CareWipe clean with mild soap
hidden zips
WeightNot stated
“super light”
Made inNorthern Europe (EU)
Choose this if……you want real obstacle courses that tire a child out indoors.
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Largest setCreativity, 10 pieces
IGLU
€265
Recommended age1–4 years
manufacturer guidance
Pieces10
ShapesTunnel, gate (2 pillars + arched roof), steps, wedge, quarter circle, 3 blocks
Highest piece60 cm
pillars; gate 90 cm built
Floor spaceapprox. 200 × 80 cm
two builds, as pictured
Module size40 cm
MovementCrawling through the tunnel and gate, building upwards
MaterialPE foam, closed-cell
eco-leather cover
CertificationCE, EU toy safety
certified in EU, UK, USA, Canada
CareWipe clean with mild soap
hidden zips
WeightNot stated
“super light”
Made inNorthern Europe (EU)
Choose this if……you want height: tunnels, gates and builds a child can walk under.
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Parents' questions about soft play sets
What are soft play blocks for?
They are gross-motor equipment rather than building toys: climbing, crawling, carrying and balancing train strength, coordination and body awareness. Because the pieces are light, a child can rebuild the set alone, so the play stays their own.
Which set for which age?
As a rule of thumb: 5 pieces for a crawling baby, 6–8 for a toddler who walks and climbs, and 8–10 once a child builds their own courses or plays with siblings. Always check the manufacturer's age guidance for the specific set.
How much space do I need?
The sets in this comparison take roughly 0.8–1.6 m² when built as pictured; the Creativity set is two builds side by side. Leave free floor around the build, because jumping down is part of the play. Stacked away, a 5-piece set fits in a corner.
Can I combine sets later?
Yes, pieces from different sets can be played with together. Note that the Corner Climber is sized on a 48 cm module and the other three on 40 cm, so heights line up best within the same size family.
Are soft play blocks safe?
The IGLU sets are CE marked under the EU toy safety rules and certified in the EU, UK, USA and Canada; the foam is BPA and phthalate free and the zips are hidden. Use the blocks on a rug or play mat rather than a slippery floor, and stay close while a young child climbs.
How do I clean them?
Wipe the eco-leather cover with a damp cloth and mild soap. Do not wash the foam itself.
This comparison is based on specifications stated by the manufacturer and its dimension drawings. “Not stated” means the maker does not publish that figure — not that the product is inferior. On questions of safety and age suitability, the manufacturer's own instructions are always the primary source. We do not give health or care advice.
