Which is better for making hats?

The modular set. It includes round looms sized for hats and socks, while the Boye looms are all rectangular and make circular pieces only in a limited way.

Which is better for blankets and large flat panels?

The Boye set. Its removable end pegs open each loom into a longer flat panel, and the rigid frame holds tension well on big pieces.

The Boye looms are one-piece rigid plastic with no joints, so they should hold up better over years of use. The modular set's snap-together parts are the weak point.

Can I use fine yarn on the Boye looms?

Yes, if you hold several strands together. Boye designs them for #5 and #6 bulky yarn or multiple lighter strands worked as one.

Is the modular set worth stepping up to?

If you want to try many shapes and sizes, yes. If you mainly make flat panels in bulky yarn, the Boye set does that with less setup.

Which is easier for a child or total beginner?

The Boye set. It comes assembled with instructions and is rated for ages 8 and up. The modular kit needs assembly first, which adds a step for beginners.

Boye Long Loom Set vs Knitting Loom Set - 4 Sizes

Buy the Boye set if you want a few sturdy, fixed looms that work straight out of the box with bulky yarn. Buy the modular set if you want many shapes and sizes and don't mind assembling the loom before each project. Boye's pegs grip yarn well and the removable end pegs let you open the looms into long flat panels, and its 4.5-star rating from 105 buyers backs that up. The modular kit covers far more shapes, including round looms for hats and socks, but its snap-together parts feel less solid and take setup time.

Choose the Boye Long Loom set if you mostly make flat panels, double knit and circular pieces in bulky yarn and want looms that are ready to use.
Choose the modular knitting loom set if you want round, square and straight looms in many sizes and like building the loom to fit each project.

Prices

Boye Long Loom Set: $18.97 at eBay (last seen Nov 8)

Boye Long Loom Set, 6 Pieces, 4 Rectangular Plastic Looms, 1 Loom Hook, 1 Yarn Needle, Multicolor, Ages 8 and up

What separates them

	Boye Long Loom Set	Knitting Loom Set - 4 Sizes
Loom shapes	Four rectangular looms only	Straight, arc, square and round pieces that assemble into many shapes
Setup	Ready to use out of the box	Must be assembled into the shape and size you need
Build quality	Rigid plastic with pegs designed to hold yarn	Snap-together parts feel lighter and less rigid
Yarn weight	Made for #5 and #6 bulky and super bulky yarn	Works with standard yarn weights, no bulky focus stated
Round work	Circular pieces from rectangular looms	Dedicated round looms for hats and socks
Flat panel length	Removable end pegs open each loom into a longer flat panel	Longest straight piece is about 24.8 inches
Included tools	Loom hook, yarn needle and instructions	Loom hook and plastic sewing needle
Beginner fit	Simple, few pieces, clear instructions, ages 8 and up	Marketed for beginners but assembly adds steps

Specs compared

Spec	Boye Long Loom Set	Knitting Loom Set - 4 Sizes
color	Multicolor	—
Number of looms	4	—
Yarn weight	#5 and #6 bulky/super bulky yarn	—
Weight	397 g	—
Loom shape	Rectangular	—
Peg design	Pegs are designed to prevent yarn from slipping…	—
Removable end pegs	The end pegs on each loom are removable	—

Boye Long Loom Set vs Knitting Loom Set - 4 Sizes

Prices

Boye Long Loom Set vs Knitting Loom Set - 4 Sizes

Prices