Back in February, we were one of the first sites to showcase the new Dynamic Action Figure Stands coming from NECA. The stand we were sent was a pre-production version. Now, the official Dynamic Action Figure Stands are on toy shelves. NECA sent along one of the final production stands for us to check out. We have 30 new high resolution photos showcasing the stand, as well as some comparison photos to the pre-production version. The new stand has a few significant changes made that improve the stand, making it sturdier.
Read on to read my thoughts on the stand and to see all of the new photos.
NECA Dynamic Action Figure Stand
Pros
- Telescoping, articulated arm
- Sturdy
- Strong made clamp
- Interchangeable bases
- Can attach to glass and windows
Cons
- None
Overall
When I first checked out the Dynamic Figure Stand, I was impressed with the flexibility it provided for posing. I was, and still am, most impressed with the suction cup base. I think that addition is what really makes it a worthwhile purchase. The stand comes on a retro style cardback. There are four pieces. Those are the standard base, the suction cup base, an articulated telescoping arm, and the clamp. The clamp and arm use small phillips head screws to keep them held in place. A small hobby screwdriver can be used to loosen and tighten those spots as needed.
Right out of the box, the differences with the pre-production version were apparent. While that had a pure, clear plastic, the retail stand has a very nice blue tint to the plastic. Each of the connection pieces and joints have an even more snug fit. The biggest change, however, are the connectors for each of the Stands pieces. The pre-production version used simply round pegs and holes. The final version changed those to hexagonal pegs and holes. This helps to make the arm and clamp a bit sturdier, with no fear of them twisting from a heavier figure being held in place. The plastic itself is fairly strong, and the clamp, though thin, had no issues holding any of the figures I tested in the gallery. Take a look at the AvP Grid Alien in the photos below. That’s a heavier figure compared to most of the Aliens, and the stand held that in place, using the suction cups on glass, with the clamp only around one of the hip connectors.
I may never full be into figure stands, but this is a solid offering from NECA. It offers plenty of display possibilities thanks to two very different bases. It has no problems holding heavier figures in the air, even when using the suction cups on a vertical glass plane. There are 30 new photos below, and I’ve also included a few shots from the original pre-production gallery so you can see those together as well as some comparison pics.
Advanced Look - NECA Dynamic Action Figure Stand
Can the suction cups be removed from the smaller base?
I know that's not the intention, but what I really need is small footprint things to keep these guys standing while tucked together tight on a shelf. I have a lot of domino effect tumbles and want to mitigate that. The standard base for this and others are too big to do that.
BUT - that suction cup one, without the suction cups, looks like it could fit the bill. If it holds it's weight without the cups that is.
I think you'd have a hell of a time balancing a figure on the small base without the suction cups holding the whole thing down.
My concern regarding these is the quality of plastic used. Is it brittle? There's a company called Flight Pose who make some super-high quality flight stands for vehicles. They're expensive as their imports from the UK, I believe. The Bandai stands are pretty good durability too but won't work for heavier figures. I wouldn't mind seeing an attachment which is like a small bucket seat you could rest a figure's butt in. With a small middle section to come under the crotch. The seat itself may be less visible from the front. I feel the clips on a lot of these stands just stand out too much when wrapped around a torso.
I know that's not the intention, but what I really need is small footprint things to keep these guys standing while tucked together tight on a shelf. I have a lot of domino effect tumbles and want to mitigate that. The standard base for this and others are too big to do that.
BUT - that suction cup one, without the suction cups, looks like it could fit the bill. If it holds it's weight without the cups that is.
My concern regarding these is the quality of plastic used. Is it brittle? There's a company called Flight Pose who make some super-high quality flight stands for vehicles. They're expensive as their imports from the UK, I believe. The Bandai stands are pretty good durability too but won't work for heavier figures. I wouldn't mind seeing an attachment which is like a small bucket seat you could rest a figure's butt in. With a small middle section to come under the crotch. The seat itself may be less visible from the front. I feel the clips on a lot of these stands just stand out too much when wrapped around a torso.
What are some good hasbro 6'' figure stands?
for marvel legends and star wars black
I saw some of the stands hasbro used at the Toy Fair that seemed to be for the two foot pegs, can you buy these anywhere?
The shots with the Aliens, especially the Isolation drone, are great. I might have to get one or two of these after all.
Bit pricey,no? The Bandai ones are 3 for like $20!
I would really like to see BBTS carry a consistent brand of stand and hangar base kit for a sustained amount of time. That way I could add a little to each order, not have fall behind on what I collect, and end up with a uniform look.
I'm interested in this stand but I currently use these as they have a small footprint while enabling dynamic poses, and are cheap in terms of UK prices for such items:
NECA ProTech Display Stands
NECA ProTech Display Stands
NECA Dynamic Action Figure Stand Retail Version - Toyark Photo Shoot - The Toyark - News
I picked one of these up at TRU and was thrilled to come across such an items. I just wish the footprint was smaller and that the claw was double articulated more like a pliers, and not just one side hinged.
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