Pros
Affordable price
Good for beginners and children
Includes many accessories and slides
USB camera connectivity
Interactive software
Decent customer service
Lightweight and portable
Good instructional manual
Cons
Poor build quality
Frequent readjustment needed
Eyepiece and optics issues
Main Product Advantages
9 Customer Service
Highly praised customer service experiences, with quick and efficient resolutions to issues like corroded batteries.
8 Ease of Use
Described as easy to use by children, including beginners and young science enthusiasts. The package includes detailed instructions which add to its usability.
8 Educational Value
Highly valued as an educational tool for children, aiding in science exploration and learning. Suitable for school projects, homeschool, and personal interest.
8 Value for Money
Most users find the microscope to be a great value for the price, especially compared to similar products or those without cameras.
7 Components and Accessories
The kit includes a comprehensive 85+ piece set with features like prepared and blank slides, a USB camera, and interactive software. However, there are minor quality issues with some components.
7 Compatibility
The USB camera provides added functionality, though the software setup might confuse some users. Note that Windows 11 users can use built-in Camera app.
6 Build Quality
The microscope is described as being workable but with clear limitations on build quality. Users need to frequently adjust focus and recenter the slide and exercise caution with the screws and lightweight materials.
6 Durability
Durable for beginner and educational use, though not recommended for more demanding or professional tasks. Some components like slides and battery pack exhibit minor quality issues.
5 Optics Quality
Mixed reviews on the quality of the optics. While it’s serviceable, the clarity and magnification are not as high as more expensive or professional-grade microscopes.
AmScope M40-K-MDM35 IQCREW by 120X – 1200X Kid’s 85+ Piece Premium Microscope STEM Kit Review
New from IQCrew by AmScope – the first combination microscope and digital camera kit specifically designed to improve a child’s science and computer skills at the same time.
The kit includes our exclusive patent pending software that lets your child connect their microscope to a computer and edit live images of specimens being viewed in seconds! View specimens either directly through the high-quality eyepiece or on a PC or MAC by removing the eyepiece, inserting the full color digital camera into the eyepiece tube and then connecting to a computer.
Our kid’s friendly software is intuitive and easy for children (and parents) of all ages to use!
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The upgraded all-metal frame microscope has high quality optics to make viewing easy for your child and with multiple magnifications, two light sources and color filters your child can view all types of specimens with this one microscope.
Conclusion
The AmScope M40-K-MDM35 IQCREW by 120X – 1200X Kid’s 85+ Piece Premium Microscope STEM Kit is an outstanding educational tool that combines traditional microscopy with digital technology to enhance a child's learning experience. With a robust build, extensive accessories, and user-friendly software, it's an excellent choice for young aspiring scientists.
