Maybe you are curious why there are two similar light kits for one specific Lego model set at different prices. Actually, they are from two brands: Lightailing and Briksmax.
In this article, I will point out the main differences between Lightailing VS Briksmax. In this way, you’ll be able to choose the perfect one and light up your Lego world!
1. Different Lighting Effects
The light kits from Lightailing and Briksmax are designed by two product development teams. As a result, the lighting effects shown and displayed may differ. For example, Lightailing and Briksmax light kits for Hogwarts™ Icons - Collectors' Edition 76391(SKU: LGK467 and BX467), which are amazing sets for Lego Harry Potter fans, have the diverse lighting for the same Lego building model.
For each LED lighting kit, we provide demonstration videos so you can check the details and how it magically lights up your Lego sets. Please don’t miss the video introduction in our product pages.
2. Different Installation Way
The installation methods vary: Lightailing kits come with all LEDs connected, making them easy to install and ideal for hiding wires, while Briksmax kits have separate lights, wires, and brick parts, offering greater flexibility for users.
For Lightailing users, installation is simple—just place the pre-connected lights correctly on your Lego sets. Check out our video tutorials on Lightailing YouTube for more guidance.
On the other hand, Briksmax is more flexible as it has all lighting items separated, making it popular among MOC enthusiasts.
We sort everything into different small bags, including wires, connectors, and adhesive strips. You may need to attach the strip lights to the Lego bricks, and then connect the lights to the expansion boards.
But please don’t worry about the installation, people can easily set up the lighting by following the printed manuals in boxes and our installation videos on Briksmax YouTube.
If you are a Lego lighting starter, Lightailing is your perfect option. But if you love design your own lighting and enjoy the building process, Briksmax is a good choice!
3. Different Wire Materials
The wire materials of the two brands differ. Compared to Briksmax, which uses two combined wires, Lightailing’s single slim cables are thinner and create fewer gaps between Lego bricks and plates during installation.
Despite that, Briksmax kits often run on a single circuit. In contrast, the Lightailing kit uses multiple circuits and longer wires, offering more modularity and making it easier to hide the battery box.
4. Different Prices
I’m sure you already know that we design two different Lego lighting systems.Therefore, the number of dot lights, strip lights, and other lighting components we use varies, which affects the pricing.
In addition, the production techniques are quite different. Lightailing lights are hand-assembled, requiring soldering skills that machines cannot replicate due to the tiny size of Lego bricks and cables. However, this doesn't mean that Briksmax kits are cheaper than Lightailing kits, as this is just one factor influencing the price.
Overall, the prices for Lightailing and Briksmax light kits vary as their costs are not the same.
It may sometimes confuse people when seeing that very similar products with different prices. Choose the option that best fits your needs and add LED lights to your beautiful Lego sets. Both lighting brands are easy to install—No SPECIAL electronics knowledges are required!
3 comments
Frank
As I have lighted 10 LEGOs by now, I bought LED-Kits from various Vendors. Best for me is BRIXMAX, the confirm with the reasons above.
I saw and drill my bricks to have no gap between the bricks and often I choose other cableways then shown, to hide them more. BRIXMAX is best opportunity to do so, also I can switch colors or put more LEDs on the LEGO as delivered.
I love BRIXMAX (even Lightailing is also good, no question) :).
roger harkleroad
hi thank you
Lester
ok so have Briksmax kit for LEGO 42129 Mercedes Zetros. There is a QR code in the box. In the middle it says Brixmax. scan the code it take you to the Lightailing manual. go figure.