Magic bands

[NJfun1]

Are the Magic bands worth it? Are they all rechargeable?

 

[ucf_knight]

Are the Magic bands worth it? Are they all rechargeable?

Not worth it IMO. Especially if you have a smart watch. The new magic bands are rechargeable.

 

[BrianL]

Are the Magic bands worth it? Are they all rechargeable?

I find them convenient to use and fun too. Only MagicBand+ units are rechargeable, however the regular bands (2.0) do still work (I don't know that they sell many of those anymore). Old bands have a battery for long-range functions only, and will continue to work for any close-range tap points (park entry, Lightning Lane) even after the battery is dead.

Now, is an MB+ "worth it"? Well, with what they cost these days, it kind of depends on how much you like them. You don't need them as many functions can be done through your phone or smart watch now (though not room entry I don't believe). If you think you'll enjoy it or see a style you like, just consider it a souvenir.

 

[ellbell]

I find them convenient to use and fun too. Only MagicBand+ units are rechargeable, however the regular bands (2.0) do still work (I don't know that they sell many of those anymore). Old bands have a battery for long-range functions only, and will continue to work for any close-range tap points (park entry, Lightning Lane) even after the battery is dead.

Now, is an MB+ "worth it"? Well, with what they cost these days, it kind of depends on how much you like them. You don't need them as many functions can be done through your phone or smart watch now (though not room entry I don't believe). If you think you'll enjoy it or see a style you like, just consider it a souvenir.

You can enter your room with the MDE app as well

 

[scrappinginontario]

Are the Magic bands worth it? Are they all rechargeable?

‘worth it’ is always personal so not something someone else can decide for you.

For our family who have old style MBs, no, they are not worth it to us. If they fix some of the current challenges (bands that come undone, longer battery life and more reliable charging) we will reconsider.

 

[Hubalorian]

If it’s your first trip, they can be worth it especially if you like one enough to put it into the souvenirs bucket

 

[BrianL]

You can enter your room with the MDE app as well

Oh yes, with the phone, but I don't think it works with a smartwatch. I know on myt last trip my sister could use her Apple Watch for everything except resort room entry. Her phone did work though. That may have changed since it's been almost a year, but that was the case.

 

[Beachmom0317]

I would say if you are going on a trip and won't be back for a long time then no it's not worth it. They cost a lot of money, I bought sliders so they don't fall off and you can do anything on your phone that Magic Band+ can do. You can also go to the front desk and get a card that does what MB+ does..

Why we did invest in MB+ for my family of 4: we go to WDW 2-3x a year (have immediate family who is local) and my kids get excited to put them on, see the MB+ lights interact on rides and wave at the statues. We don't typically charge purchases to our room since I bring with me Disney gift cards, but charging to your room with MB+ is a bonus if you plan to do that! So I guess like PP said, "worth it" is a personal question!! Either way, you're going to Disney!!

 

[lovethattink]

Not worth it, but very convenient. My family chooses to use them.