The Best Magnetic Storage Solutions for Miniatures
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oTTRPGo Miniatures Carrying Case with Wheels, Magnetic Transport Storage Box Compatible with Warhammer 40k, DND & Age of Sigmar (Large)
oTTRPGo miniatures carrying case with wheels in Large, a magnetic transport storage box for Warhammer 40k, DND and Age of Sigmar.
Hamtery Clear Acrylic Miniature Storage Case, Magnetic Carrying Case with 6 Metal Trays, Compatible with Warhammer 40k
Hamtery clear acrylic miniature storage case, a magnetic carrying case with 6 metal trays for Warhammer 40k.
Magnetic storage has quietly become the favorite system of hobbyists tired of foam. Glue a magnet to each base, line a box with steel paper, and your models snap into place, visible at a glance, packed far denser than foam cavities allow, and safe from the foam rub that dulls paint over time. Getting there takes a few decisions: magnet size and pull strength for different base sizes, rubber steel versus ferrous sheet, and whether to buy a purpose-built magnetic case or convert cheap toolboxes. This guide covers the best magnetic cases, magnet packs, and steel sheet options, compared on holding power, capacity, ease of setup, and cost, with practical advice on magnetizing an existing army without repainting anything.
The short version
We compared 7 picks. Our scores range from 7.4 to 8.4 out of 10.
- Best overall:oTTRPGo Miniatures Carrying Case with Wheels, Magnetic Transport Storage Box Compatible with Warhammer 40k, DND & Age of Sigmar (Large). Highest overall score in this guide at 8.4/10.
- Also great value:Hamtery Clear Acrylic Miniature Storage Case, Magnetic Carrying Case with 6 Metal Trays, Compatible with Warhammer 40k. Value score of 8/10, overall 8.2/10.
- Solid build:Miniature Carrying Case with 5-6 Magnetic Trays, Aluminum Alloy Frame Storage Display Case with Acrylic Door and Locks (L). Build and materials score of 8/10, overall 8.0/10.
- Feature-rich:Famard Clear Acrylic Miniature Storage Case, Miniatures Carrying Case with 6 Magnetic Metal Trays, Compatible with Warhammer 40k. Features score of 8/10, overall 8.2/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
- 1.oTTRPGo Miniatures Carrying Case with Wheels, Magnetic Transport Storage Box Compatible with Warhammer 40k, DND & Age of Sigmar (Large)8.4/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 2.Hamtery Clear Acrylic Miniature Storage Case, Magnetic Carrying Case with 6 Metal Trays, Compatible with Warhammer 40k8.2/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 3.Famard Clear Acrylic Miniature Storage Case, Miniatures Carrying Case with 6 Magnetic Metal Trays, Compatible with Warhammer 40k8.2/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 4.Miniature Carrying Case with 5-6 Magnetic Trays, Aluminum Alloy Frame Storage Display Case with Acrylic Door and Locks (L)8.0/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 5.Miniatures Storage Case for Tabletop Wargaming Figurines - Solid Wood, 6 Metal Trays, Transport & Display Case7.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 6.ITHWIU Miniature Carrying Storage Case with Lock7.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
- 7.Jucoci Miniatures Storage Case Miniatures Transport Case (2 PCS Set)7.4/10See on AmazonCheck price
#1oTTRPGo miniatures carrying case with wheels in Large, a magnetic transport storage box for Warhammer 40k, DND and Age of Sigmar.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Wheels make moving a heavy army to events much easier
- + Magnetic storage holds models securely without foam wear
- + Large size fits a full army with room to spare
- - Magnetized bases are needed for models to stay in place
- - Bulky wheeled case needs car space and storage room
#2Hamtery clear acrylic miniature storage case, a magnetic carrying case with 6 metal trays for Warhammer 40k.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 6 metal trays hold magnetized models securely in place
- + Clear acrylic displays painted armies at home
- + No foam to wear down or snag delicate parts
- - Bases need magnets fitted before storage
- - Acrylic walls can crack if the case is dropped
#3Famard clear acrylic miniature storage case with 6 magnetic metal trays, compatible with Warhammer 40k armies.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 6 magnetic metal trays store a good-sized army
- + Clear acrylic case shows off painted models
- + Famard offers a matching transport backpack
- - Bases must be magnetized before models will stay put
- - Acrylic surfaces show scratches and fingerprints
#4Miniature carrying case with 5-6 magnetic trays, an aluminum alloy frame, acrylic door and locks in size L.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 5-6 magnetic trays hold a large number of based models
- + Aluminum alloy frame adds strength and corner protection
- + Acrylic door doubles the case as a display cabinet
- - Tray count range is unclear, so confirm what ships
- - Heavier than plastic cases due to the metal frame
#5Solid wood miniatures storage case with 6 metal trays, a transport and display case for tabletop wargaming figurines.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Solid wood construction looks great on a shelf
- + 6 metal trays hold magnetized bases steady
- + Doubles as both transport and display storage
- - Wood case is heavier than acrylic or plastic options
- - No lock or strap mentioned for secure transport
#6ITHWIU Miniature Carrying Storage Case has an aluminum alloy frame, 5 sliding metal trays for magnetized bases, a clear acrylic door, a lock and a carrying handle. It measures 13.3 x 10.8 x 15.7 inches.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Five metal trays slide in and out, and magnetized bases stay in place on them during transport
- + Aluminum alloy frame needs no assembly, and the clear acrylic door lets the case double as a display
- + Lock and sturdy carrying handle make it suitable for taking a painted army to game night
- - Much larger and pricier than a compact magnetic box, so it is overkill for a single squad
- - Magnets are not included, so every base needs to be magnetized before the trays are useful
#7Jucoci Miniatures Storage and Transport Case, a 2-piece set with 8 metal trays in total. Magnetized bases hold to the trays, and tray height adjusts to the size of your miniatures.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + Eight metal trays across two cases give magnetized miniatures a steel surface to grip
- + Tray spacing is height-adjustable, so short infantry rows can be packed closer to fit more per case
- + Two cases let you split an army by unit type or keep one case for transport and one on the shelf
- - Sold as a two-case set, which is more storage and more money than a single case if your collection is small
- - A plastic case that needs assembly, and magnets for the bases are not part of the listing
Before you buy: trade-offs we flagged
No pick is perfect. These are the main compromises we noted for the top products in this guide, so you can check they will not matter for you.
- Magnetized bases are needed for models to stay in place (oTTRPGo Miniatures Carrying Case with Wheels,...)
- Bases need magnets fitted before storage (Hamtery Clear Acrylic Miniature Storage Case,...)
- Bases must be magnetized before models will stay put (Famard Clear Acrylic Miniature Storage Case,...)
- Tray count range is unclear, so confirm what ships (Miniature Carrying Case with 5-6 Magnetic...)
- Wood case is heavier than acrylic or plastic options (Miniatures Storage Case for Tabletop...)
- Much larger and pricier than a compact magnetic box, so it is overkill for a single squad (ITHWIU Miniature Carrying Storage Case with Lock)
Frequently asked questions
›What is the best choice among the best magnetic storage solutions for miniatures?
oTTRPGo Miniatures Carrying Case with Wheels, Magnetic Transport Storage Box Compatible with Warhammer 40k, DND & Age of Sigmar (Large) is our top overall pick. oTTRPGo miniatures carrying case with wheels in Large, a magnetic transport storage box for Warhammer 40k, DND and Age of Sigmar. It earns our score of 8.4/10, based on fit for the job, features, build and value.
›What is a good budget option?
Hamtery Clear Acrylic Miniature Storage Case, Magnetic Carrying Case with 6 Metal Trays, Compatible with Warhammer 40k is the strongest low-cost pick in this guide. Hamtery clear acrylic miniature storage case, a magnetic carrying case with 6 metal trays for Warhammer 40k.
›How much should I expect to spend?
Picks in this guide span See on Amazon price bands (roughly: $ = under $30, $$ = $30 to $100, $$$ = over $100). We never display exact prices because they change constantly, so the buttons above always show Amazon's current price.
›How were these products chosen?
We shortlist products that fit the job this guide solves and compare their published specifications, such as size, capacity, materials and what is included. Each pick gets an editorial score out of 10 for fit, features, build and value, and we write the pros and cons from those details. Our score is not an Amazon customer rating. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, which never affects the ranking.
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