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Hot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 Scale vs Matchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck

Buy the Hot Wheels 5-pack for a young child or for a quick, varied starter set: five cars in one box, a 4.7 rating from over 3,000 owners, and durable die-cast bodies. Buy the Matchbox single if the shopper wants one specific realistic vehicle, such as an off-road truck, and cares about castings and detail over quantity. The Hot Wheels pack wins on value per vehicle and on owner feedback; the Matchbox wins on realism and themed variety across its mixes.

  • Choose the Hot Wheels 5-pack if you want several cars at once for play, gifting or starting a collection.
  • Choose the Matchbox single if you want one realistic, themed truck or car and prefer picking the exact vehicle.

Prices

  • Hot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 Scale: $7.99 at Stones Ace of (last seen Nov 8)
  • Matchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck: $1.59 at Len's Ace Hardware (last seen Nov 8)
  • Difference: the Matchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck is $6.40 cheaper than the Hot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 Scale at the latest prices (Nov 8)
Hot Wheels
Hot Wheels Toy Cars or Trucks, 5-Pack in 1:64 Scale (Styles & Colors May Vary; Items May Not Be Pictured)

Hot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 Scale

Hot Wheels Toy Cars or Trucks, 5-Pack in 1:64 Scale (Styles & Colors May Vary; Items May Not Be Pictured)

4.7(3,048 ratings)
$7.99at Stones Ace ofObserved at 10:09 PM
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Pros
  • Five cars in one pack
  • High owner rating across thousands of reviews
  • Durable die-cast bodies that survive floor play
  • Good for gifts and party favors
  • Works as a starter collection
Cons
  • You cannot choose which cars you get
  • Duplicates possible across packs
  • Fantasy castings, not realistic models
Matchbox
Matchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Scale Toy Car or Truck, Themed Sports, Race, Rescue

Matchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck

Matchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Scale Toy Car or Truck, Themed Sports, Race, Rescue

4.4(145 ratings)
$1.59at Len's Ace HardwareObserved Nov 8, 2026, 5:41 PM
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Pros
  • Realistic castings based on real vehicles
  • Themed series let you target a type
  • Detailed windows and interior paint
  • Good for collectors who want specific models
Cons
  • One vehicle per purchase
  • Fewer owner ratings to judge by
  • Stock of a given series varies

What separates them

Hot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 ScaleMatchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck
What you getFive 1:64-scale die-cast vehicles per packOne 1:64-scale die-cast vehicle per purchase
Style controlAssortment varies; you cannot pick the carsThemed mixes let you target a series like Off Road Rally
RealismFantasy and race-team castings, exaggerated proportionsCastings modeled on real vehicles with detailed trim
Owner feedback4.7 out of 5 from 3,048 ratings4.4 out of 5 from 145 ratings
BuildDie-cast body, plastic base, built for floor playDie-cast body with plastic base, smoke windows, painted interior
Age fitAimed at younger kids and casual collectorsSkews slightly older, appeals to detail-minded collectors
Play patternInstant group for racing and tradingEncourages storytelling around one vehicle

Price history

  • Hot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 Scale: lowest $5.24 on Nov 9 at Kohl's.
  • Matchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck: lowest $1.25 on Nov 8 at DoorDash.

Prices at every store

Hot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 Scale

  • Stones Ace ofNew

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    $7.99Observed at 10:09 PM
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  • WalmartNew

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    $5.62+ $6.99 shippingObserved at 10:09 PM
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  • Kohl'sNew

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    $5.24+ $8.95 shippingObserved at 10:09 PM
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  • Abt Electronics & AppliancesNew

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    $6.04+ $15.70 shippingObserved at 10:09 PM
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Matchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck

  • Len's Ace HardwareNew

    In stock

    $1.59Observed Nov 8, 2026, 5:41 PM
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  • DoorDashNew

    In stockSold by Dollar Tree

    $1.25+ $5.99 shippingObserved Nov 8, 2026, 5:41 PM
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  • WalmartNew

    In stock

    $1.28+ $19.95 shippingObserved Nov 8, 2026, 5:41 PM
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  • Fleet FarmNew

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    $1.39+ $19.99 shippingObserved Nov 8, 2026, 5:41 PM
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Specs compared

SpecHot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 ScaleMatchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck
colorMulticolorMulticolor
size1.50x10.55x4.30One Size
flavorHW Race Team—
clothing_sizeOne Size—
Scale—1/58
Vehicle type—Off-road
Material—Die-cast
Series—Off Road Rally II Series
Series number—5/6 GGF12
Designer—Ryu Asada
Base color—Black / Plastic
Window color—Smoke
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SpecHot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 ScaleMatchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck
Interior color—Black
Country—Thailand

What reviewers say

Hot Wheels 5-Pack 1:64 Scale

  • 4.7 / 53,048 ratings

Owners rate the packs around 4.7 out of 5 and mostly treat them as an easy, affordable way to add cars. Praise centers on build quality, track compatibility and gift appeal; complaints are about getting duplicates or castings that differ from the pictures.

What people mention
  • AssortmentMixedBuyers like the variety but dislike getting duplicates or castings they did not expect.
  • BuildPraisedOwners say the die-cast bodies hold up to hard play and repeated crashes.
  • Track fitPraisedThe cars work on standard Hot Wheels track and playsets without modification.
  • PaintMixedMost cars look fine, but some arrive with small paint or decal flaws.

Matchbox Die-Cast 1:64 Toy Car or Truck

  • 4.4 / 5145 ratings

Buyers rate it well overall, with most praise going to the casting detail and the sturdy feel for the size. Complaints center on receiving a different vehicle than expected and on paint or wheel quality on some units.

What people mention
  • Casting detailPraisedOwners say the vehicles look recognizably like the real trucks and cars they copy.
  • Build feelPraisedThe metal body gives it a satisfying weight that buyers compare well against all-plastic toys.
  • Model selectionCriticisedSome buyers were disappointed to get a different vehicle from the one shown.

Questions and answers

Which is better for a young child?
The Hot Wheels 5-pack. Five cars give more to play with, and the bodies hold up to rough floor play.
Which lasts longer?
Both use die-cast bodies and plastic bases, so durability is close. Hot Wheels packs spread wear across five cars, so a single loss hurts less.
Is the Matchbox worth stepping up to?
Yes if realism matters. Matchbox castings look like real trucks and cars, and themed series let you pick a type. For pure play volume, the Hot Wheels pack gives more.
Can I choose the cars in the Hot Wheels pack?
No. The assortment varies by pack, so styles and colors may differ from what is shown.
Are these the same scale?
Both are sold as 1:64 scale, though the Matchbox listing also notes a 1/58 scale on its spec sheet. Sizes are close enough to display together.
Which is better for a collector?
Matchbox, for realistic castings and numbered series. Hot Wheels packs suit collectors who want volume and themed race cars.

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More comparisons

  • Hot Wheels Toy Cars or Trucks, 5-Pack in 1:64 Scale (Styles & Colors May Vary; Items May Not Be Pictured) vs Matchbox 5-Pack Die-Cast Toy Vehicles, 1:64 Scale
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Paint qualityMixed
Most units arrive clean, but a few owners report chips or uneven paint.