Rubber Duckies Yellow Classic vs Lanco William Tell
Buy the Lanco William Tell if you want a single, well-made natural-rubber duck with a distinctive medieval design and a real squeaker. Buy the Schylling Yellow Classic if you need a cheap 12-pack for a party, a splash park, or a collection. The Lanco sits at $13.99 at eBay as of November 1, while the Schylling pack has ranged from $4.99 on October 29 to $8.99 on November 1.
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Rubber Duckies Yellow Classic
Choose the Schylling Yellow Classic if you want a dozen small yellow ducks for party favors, a splash park, or a collection at a few dollars per pack.
- Cheap per duck at $4.99–$8.99 for 12
- BPA-free rubber
- Good for party favors and splash parks
- Small size suits toddler hands
- Does not squeak
- Holes in the bottom, so it does not float upright
- Plain design with no character theme
- Only sold in yellow
What separates them
| Rubber Duckies Yellow Classic | Lanco William Tell | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $4.99–$8.99 per 12-pack | $13.99 for one duck |
| Quantity | 12 ducks per pack | 1 duck |
| Size | About 3 x 3 x 2.5 inches | About 7.5 cm long, 6 cm tall |
| Material | Rubber, BPA free | Plant-based material |
| Squeaker | Does not squeak | Squeaks |
| Floating | Floats, but not upright; holes in the bottom | Standard bath duck |
| Design | Plain yellow classic duck | William Tell with apple, arrow, red chest and white cross |
| Age range | 1 to 6 years |
Price history
- Rubber Duckies Yellow Classic: lowest $4.99 on Oct 29 at Lucky Duck Toys; $8.99 on Nov 1.
- Lanco William Tell: lowest $13.99 on Nov 1 at eBay; $13.99 on Nov 2.
Prices at every store
Rubber Duckies Yellow Classic
- Learning Express Toys & Gifts - Newton MACheck price at Learning Express Toys & Gifts - Newton MA
- ZurchersCheck price at Zurchers
- Piccolo Mondo ToysCheck price at Piccolo Mondo Toys
Specs compared
| Spec | Rubber Duckies Yellow Classic | Lanco William Tell |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Rubber duck | Rubber duck |
| Animal Type | Duck | Duck |
| Primary Color | Yellow | Gelb |
| Available Colors | Yellow | Gelb |
| Shape | Animal | Rubber duck |
| Height | 2 | 6 cm |
| Width | No information | 6.8 cm |
| Weight | 0.8 oz | 200 g |
| Recommended For Ages | 1 to 6. | — |
| Brand | Schylling | — |
| Recommended Ages |
What reviewers say
Rubber Duckies Yellow Classic
Owner feedback on this style of Schylling duck is mixed. People like the classic look and the low price per duck, but many complain that the bottom holes trap water and the ducks stop floating upright.
- Classic look kids enjoy
- Good value in a 12-pack
- Small size suits toddlers
- Water gets inside through the bottom holes
- Do not float upright
- No squeaker
Lanco William Tell
Buyers of Lanco ducks generally report well-made toys that match the photos, and sellers of this item get consistent praise for fast, careful shipping. Reception of the William Tell theme specifically is thin, so treat the praise as brand-level rather than model-specific.
- High quality, well-made construction
Questions and answers
- Which is better for a baby?
- The Lanco lists a newborn minimum age and is a single larger duck. The Schylling pack is aimed at ages 1 to 6 and comes as 12 small ducks, which suits older toddlers better.
- Which one squeaks?
- Only the Lanco William Tell squeaks. The Schylling Yellow Classic is listed as not squeaking.
- Which floats better?
- The Lanco is a standard bath duck. The Schylling duck floats but does not stay upright and has holes in the bottom, so water gets inside.
- Is the Lanco worth the extra money?
- If you want one squeaking duck with a themed design and plant-based material, yes. If you need a dozen ducks for a party, the Schylling pack costs less in total.
- How many ducks do I get?
- The Schylling pack has 12 ducks. The Lanco is sold as one duck.
- Which is bigger?
- The Lanco is larger. It measures about 7.5 cm long and 6 cm tall, while the Schylling duck is about 3 inches wide and 2.5 inches tall.