Magic Bands

[smorkovsky]

We are staying offsite, but it was recommended to me that we buy at least one magic band. ($12)

Thoughts? To me, that seems like a waste of $12 but I've never been, so what do I know?

 

[Robo]

We are staying offsite, but it was recommended to me that we buy at least one magic band. ($12)

Thoughts? To me, that seems like a waste of $12 but I've never been, so what do I know?

There is no reason to "need" a MagicBand.
All of the features regarding entry to parks and accessing FP+ can be done with a
regular flat plastic ticket.

IMO, having "at least one" has no merit in improving a visit.

If you simply WANT a MB, have at it.
It would make more sense if everyone in your party either did or did not use a MB.

BTW, the cost of a MagicBand is actually $12.95 (some say $12.99) plus tax, so the real cost is about $14.70 per band.

 

[MakiraMarlena]

Recommended by whom? If you dont want one, there is no reason why you would need one. You can do everything with your RFID ticket that you could do with a band, except wear it on your wrist.

 

[LadyRayado]

I personally wouldn't waste money on one if I wasn't staying on property. They're cute and trendy and all, but you really aren't missing anything if you don't have one.

 

[puffkin]

Its really just a matter of if it is worth the $13 to not have to dig out your tickets for FP and park entry. Other than that it doesn't really have any other benefits.

I am a little baffled at why someone would recommend at least 1? That part really makes no sense.

 

[mcconnellfam96]

While MB are convenient (since you always know where your ticket/room key is!), I would not purchase one if it wasn't a part of my package price.