169: Comparing the EoFauna and PNSO Triceratops

[@kevinsie9302]

As it's already been said your reviews is really the best in terms of critique to the accuracy. This comparison just reinforce my decision to get the pnso even though the price difference. The paint application being the pain point of eofauna one and that skinny feet feels off putting for me.

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you, I am glad I could contribute to your decision making! I thought this one was really warranted. I know lots of people are making a difficult decision because they aren't cheap thanks to all that extraneous rubbish added over the actual price of these wonderful models. I feel puzzled about the forelimb proportions of the trike too. And with the paint application, especially after coming off their really well-painted Atlasaurus. The other option is if you had decided to get the EoFauna, to use the money saved for a repaint to the exact colours you want!

[@Kayakasaurus]

I appreciate these comparisons

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you! I hope it can help some people make what might be a tough decision, especially during this trying times. Of course, I'm sure _you_ could mod/ overhaul and make both stratosphere stunning! 😁

[@michaelkawano1951]

Perfect comparison and very useful (even though my PNSO is already on order). Also, you said that you never reviewed the Eofauna because you got it late and didn’t think your review would add any value. That is patently false. Your reviews are always the best and THE review I look for when considering a purchase. I’m sure I’m not alone in that.

[@QuiversaurusRex]

heartily agree!!

[@DinosDragons]

Haha thanks as always Michael! Thing is, most people really want to watch only for the models, so if a figure is one they already have, they are likely to skip it. Because of lack of time, I would rather get to some models I've been dying to show you all even more for various reasons. That said, I _will_ be reviewing a couple of old figures because they are just too good, or because there is just too much great scientific info behind, or from a slightly different perspective. So look out for those in the new years! Have a very Happy Christmas! 😊

[@michaelkawano1951]

@@DinosDragons thank you! Merry Christmas to you, too!

[@MrFuzzylang]

I'm looking forward to your inevitable review of PNSO's Harvey. I need to add him to my hadrosaur collection.

[@DinosDragons]

Lol, I have to say it's nice of PNSO to start increasing the variety of its dinosaurs and Iguanodon is certainly an update I have been looking forward to. I have a feeling it's going to be another long video! 😁

[@MB7mabe7]

I already have the Eofauna triceratops, the other color scheme. I preffered that one because of the frill color scheme which looks very atractive for a male. I just don't like that much the blueish limbs. Ofc I'm getting my PNSO Triceratops, which should be arrive in a few days. I really want PNSO to release an Styracosaurus and Pentaceratops and ofc my most anticipated Acrocanthosaurus.

[@DinosDragons]

Hahaha... I think 1 or 2 of your wishes might come true within the next year 😉 Yes can't understand the blue limbs, they look like socks 😐 But EoFauna has really created one of the best Triceratops ever!

[@thomasmonroe7947]

I like elements of both sculpts and I will be getting the eofauna fully intending to do my own repaint and I’m considering the PNSO, as well, with my only real reservation being the brow horn angle. I need to google up a known skull elements chart to decide if the angle falls in line with what’s currently known. Not disagreeing with what they did, I honestly just don’t know. The angle and length of horn would seem to preclude low browsing unless, while scarfing down veggie yummies, the horns are gouging up earth, loosening more yummies. I’m not, at all, sold on that idea. Just a perspective on…the perspective of the horns. If, on the other hand, it browsed on mid-height shrubbery, that might work. But, again, without more upward tilt in the horns, I feel the animal would be constantly tangled up in any vegetation it was snacking on with a whole herd of Triceratops spending a lot of time disentangling their faces from creepers, shrubs and vining plants. Just seems horns, lifted at a slightly elevated angle, would leave a clear path to grazing or browsing. Again, I’m not the expert so I will be doing some homework. Other than the horn question, PNSO did a fantastic job.

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you for your considered comment Thomas! Repainting your EoFauna is an excellent idea! I wish I had the knowledge and skills to do that. How many models would I have elevated! Horns-wise I think you'll find that there is quite a variety to possible angles, and of course you should do that research to make sure it's something you're really comfortable with. I have also heard of people modding their models in addition to the paint, so if you know how to do that or can pay someone to do that for a reasonable price, it's also an option. I think it's quite probable that these dinosaurs had different levels they could be feeding from. From what I recall, the few suspected grass samples from the Cretaceous were short, but if grasses grew anywhere near as long as today, who's to say that the top of the grass wasn't something that couldn't be eaten. Different individuals probably ate opportunistically based on what they could reach.

[@MrRajithasandaruwan]

Loved this comparison video. But it would be amazing to see if you compare that new CollectA Deluxe Triceratops with these beauties as well (This is just my opinion). Because these are the only new, updated, scientifically accurate and beautiful figures out there at the moment. Either way loved this idea, my dear good sir. Please keep up the good work, wish you all the best ❤

[@DinosDragons]

Haha by the time I get that CollectA, most of you would probably have had it for weeks! From what I can see of the release image, it looks great, even having the nippling in the Lane skin speciments. However from the angle I'm seeing, it seems the left nanus has only one vesitigial digit, not two. I doubt they would make such a glaring mistake however so it might just be a matter of angles! You have a great Christmas and Happy New Year Rajitha!

[@overcookedsoul825]

I think some companies are afraid that dinosaurs with more conservative looking color schemes will not sell as well, hence you get things like this Eofauna Triceratops and it's even stranger looking counterpart. I would buy it if I could paint.. The face reminds me of a mime. Really odd. PNSO is definitely the winner.

[@DinosDragons]

The weird thing is, doing this paint scheme really turned off a lot of people. I think if they had gone with a middle of the road approach, between conservative and this, then it could have appealed to a much wider range of people. Still, I laud them for being willing to experiment, because their earliest dinosaur was supremely boring in colouration, something that many people don't like. Still EoFauna is so good that they probably could survive little things like this in a way more inferior sculpts could not. 😁

[@williamneill5441]

Excellent video! I have neither model but will soon make a decision (factoring repaint). I’d also need a resculpt on the PNSO articulating jaw lol. Leaning toward PNSO despite all the post-work.

[@DinosDragons]

Wow... that is going to be one expensive investment then! The most I've ever done is to repaint, and even then it usually costs me several hours of overtime to pay for. I've never ever done a resculpt before. You have to really like the PNSO to do this. I'm sure it's going to be amazing to finally have something in hand, done to perfection exactly the way _you_ want it! 😁

[@massimilianopetricca2804]

They are both among the most beautiful Triceratops models in the market but my preferences are definitely for the one from PNSO, I think the PNSO model is made much more natural even though the pose of the Eofauna one is really beautiful. I appreciate the observation you made regarding the prices of the models, unfortunately for those who live in the EU like me the price of the PNSO is quite high, but this is mainly due to the increase in customs duties and the fault is certainly not of the PNSO indeed. Personally I'll wait for the next discounts on Aliexpress, I can't miss the new Doyle and also the beautiful Iguanodon model just released :)

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you Massimiliano! I was aware many people find it a struggle to decide if they should get the PNSO, especially if they already had the EoFauna. I thought this comparison would show them clearly if they wanted to pay so much more. And I have no doubt many would, because as you noted, the PNSO is really something. It sucks that you have so much added to the cost of a PNSO. Shipping, middle-men, VAT. It's like going to work. Most people enjoy the actual job they are doing, but it's dealing with the bosses, the politics, and all the other rubbish that can make even an enjoyable job a terrible burden 😫

[@tekkamangrave]

The most detailed and comprehensive comparison vid you can find on net ever! BTW, are you in China so you can have these figures incredibly early?

[@DinosDragons]

No I haven't been able to return for a visit to China since the pandemic but I have my own source from China. But the flip side is I get all the EoFaunas, Safaris, CollectAs and BOTM Ceratopsians way later than you good folks 😁

[@ant1967rus]

As always, a great comparison review! I just doubt which Triceratops to choose in Wilson's company. For a buyer from Russia, despite the absence of import duties and free shipping with Aliexpress, these figures have almost a twofold difference in price! P.S.Looking forward to your peer review on Iguanodon Harvey.

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you! I hoped this video could be useful for those who have to make such a financial choice since these aren't cheap figures. Hopefully it covered enough to help those who need to make a choice between the two! I'm glad you dont' have to pay the import duties and the shipping, that would really drain the wallet dry for nothing!

[@burgos809]

I enjoy your reviews a lot! Very detailed and you dona great job going over the figure, best part is i always come away learning something so its the best of both worlds

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you, I'm very glad to hear that! I never wanted to do videos that were just about the model only. The videos would probably be over in 5min, but I feel sharing some of the science and making little observations here and there can help people appreciate what they have even more. This video was expectedly long, since there is so much to say about Triceratops! 😁

[@BananaCake26]

Eofauna has great sculpts, but I have never liked their paint applications. This triceratops is no exception.

[@DinosDragons]

I thought their Giganotosaurus was really bland but their Atlasaurus had pretty good paint apps. But this one is a let down, and why I think PNSO has an advantage; whatever their weaknesses their paint applications still stand above most other companies.

[@HSPGelton2]

I just can't decide between the two. So, being Christmas, I think I'll have to buy both! (though I will definitely be repainting the Eofauna. The red markings on the frill look like a 3yrd old painted it...)

[@DinosDragons]

I didn't want to be that blunt, but yes, that's the feel of the frill... entirely unworthy of this impressive sculpt! Meery Christmas! (I take it you've been good this year!) 😁

[@HSPGelton2]

@@DinosDragons I'm actually surprised you didn't really mention that more. With the argument of the front-facing area of the frill being colourful/contrasting - and therefore likely *very* important in a Triceratops' life - you'd have thought Eofauna would have done a better job highlighting this focal point. I am almost angry at the result! Almost. I know it can be 'fixed', and as you say, it's an impressive sculpt otherwise :)

[@aaronreyes7967]

I love comparisons, and its awesome you made a video for it, this are great and accurate models worthy of a single video. By the way I really like the cryptid versión of the eofauna but i would absolutely love to see it repainted in the same colores but looking more realistic

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you I'm glad you agree! I was also motivated to do it because I know this is a significant financial decision for many, especially those in the EU. Haha I see quite a few fans of the Cryptic version, and I guess that's the great thing about variety: Different people have different likes and dislikes. Would be pretty boring if we were all the same! 😁

[@kwaziness]

with the paint schemes, I think what also makes the difference is the finish. Eofauna's leans towards the glossier side where PNSO's is closer to matte.

[@DinosDragons]

Quite right I hadn't noticed that! But wow looking at these two here as I'm typing this, they really are some of the best in recent years!

[@tiempotitanes]

Thank you for this amazing review, really your videos are a real pleasure to watch, I would like to see more detailed comparisons like this, they offer a lot of light on what figure to buy and you do a great job, for me eofauna still wins, the pose, the articulation of the mouth and the price of the pnso do not convince me.

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you Pez! I don't do many comparisons because of lack of time and also they don't really let me focus on what I really want to do, appreciate and showcase a model and then talk about some of the science behind that. This one and the Allosaurus one, however, I felt that people could use some input to help them decide which to get, or if they already have one, whether or not to get another. These are not cheap models, especially for my viewers in the EU, and I hope to give them every piece of information they can get to help make a financially heavy decision. The EoFauna is really a splendid piece indeed. If one decides not to get the PNSO, they could use the money saved to paint it properly to really bring it out!

[@tiempotitanes]

@@DinosDragons I really appreciate your effort to make these comparisons, they are very useful to make the best choice. And the reviews are AMAZING!!, I love the new format of review / scientific information, no doubt you're my favorite "dinotuber" keep it up!!! 🦕🦕

[@firegator6853]

even if it's very expensive i choose pnso one not only just because it looks so real in a calm everyday pose but also because it will fit next to wilson perfectly in my opinion so i will get that one when i will be able to and im not changing my mind no matter what overall i dont think we have distinct winner in terms of shape because they both go for the same accuracy, it's just they are different species and for me shape is the number 1 factor of a figure, second price and the stuff that i dont mind is colors and pose

[@DinosDragons]

That's great to hear. It's nice that each model offers something for everybody, and I agree with you, it's really hard to find a dinosaur in a calm everyday pose and I am actually starting to value those kinds of poses more and more. Evennow looking at it on my desk it really makes me happy!

[@ciuffoarancione8929]

What happened to pnso prices? I bought 2 models 2 years ago and now the price is double. I can buy eofauna Triceratop at 20 euro... For pnso the price is at least 3 times higher. Too much. I ll go for eofauna. Love pnso model but prices become ridiculous.

[@DinosDragons]

There are many factors, but the most common ones boil down to 1. Middle man costs, since PNSOs are so popular and middleman sellers know they can try to squeeze people out. 2. Shipping costs have increased dramatically because of the fuel situation, as well as the Covid lockdowns. 3. Shipping is usually charged by volume, so if it's a nice box like PNSO uses, rather than just a simple plastic bag like EoFauna, that also contributes to the overall price. 4. Finally, the prices of the PNSOs themselves have increased. But I list this last because in terms of ¥ they haven't really increased a lot. I would suggest if you live near the UK, check EverythingDinosaur's prices first. They often have cheaper prices than Amazon.

[@ciuffoarancione8929]

@@DinosDragons i ve bought pnso from aliexpress 2 years ago. Now the same items have doubled the price...i think it s ridiculous.. Brands as papo have not doubled their price. 82 euros for a 21cm stegosaurus is ridiculous. Even rebor prices are much expensive than a few years ago..

[@ThePeltra95]

Thank you for the comparasion.

[@DinosDragons]

You're most welcome! These are not cheap models and I hope it can help people decide.

[@sayantikadar253]

Excellent video! A much-needed comparison of two great models.

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you! I thought it did deserve a video, and also hopefully help some people make a financial decision 😛

[@mynickisalreadytaken]

Wonderful. As always. Thank you very much. Your Videos are really important to me and a lot of People. Have a nice Weekend.

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you I really appreciate that! You have a great week too!

[@KnyghtErrant]

The clear choice is of course to own both! ;)

[@DinosDragons]

Hahahaha is plate armour better or chainmail? 😉

[@HarryTheEustreptospondylus]

Can't wait to get both one day!

[@DinosDragons]

They are both very good models. The EoFauna I think you can wait and not suffer very much worse paint apps in later runs, but if you like the PNSO, I suggest getting that soon before the paint apps suffer with the later productions runs.

[@powerfulidiot2357]

Oh, this video is perfect comparison for me!!

[@DinosDragons]

I'm glad to hear it! I hope it will help people struggling to decide 😁

[@spinoguy3555]

It truly is a close battle but I think Eofauna just gets the edge for me. The only real big downside with it is the paintjob which could have been optimized more to make it look less artificial. PNSO's new offering of Doyle is really good sculpt and paint application wise, but that rather dull color palette and heavy price tag does make it suffer quite a bit. It's just my opinion so feel free to disagree but I do prefer Eofauna's Trike because it's more visually striking with still really good sculpted details and on top of that, is very accurate and isn't gonna land a huge blow on your wallet.

[@DinosDragons]

Oh I definitely agree that the EoFauna trike is awesome! I just wish they had brought the same kind of paint application they had for the Atlasaurus to this; it certainly deserves more! I have to say that PNSO's choice of colour was puzzling, given that the Trike is the flagship Ceratopsian. I think a great way to go for people who decide to stick with the EoFauna is to use the money they save on the PNSO to get their EoFauna repainted!

[@crazy8wizard-yx2ze]

With so much variety in models and toys and artwork in general, no wonder people are confused what real dinos looked like - including me. Why can't there be a standard dinosaur look for a species. Both these models look like two different animals.

[@DinosDragons]

Unfortunately, that is not possible the way it was about 20 years or so ago, especially as we learn more and more. Even within the same genus, there are different species. Here, the EoFauna is possibly based on the Yoshi specimen, which is still currently given the designation Triceratops _sp_ while awaiting further study and determination of species. It may be an altogether different species. Even within species there is variation between individuals, sometimes astonishing ones. You need only consider that the genus Panthera has five different species, _leo_ (lion), _onca_ (jaguar), _pardus_ (leopard), _tigris_ (tiger), and _uncia_ (snow leopard) and how different _they_ look. Then the differences between Triceratops _horridus_ , _porsus_ , and who knows how many _sps_ seem less obvious. That is forgetting their colouration maybe as different as the difference species of Panthera.

[@crazy8wizard-yx2ze]

@@DinosDragons thank you for all this information, it explains a lot of misconceptions I had about dinosaurs 👍

[@volkerbenkel8082]

Thank you for the comparison. EoFaunas Triceratops has the better and more dynamic pose but the colours on the neckshield are a little bit strange. Nevertheless with a repaint its my first choice. Best regards from Germany

[@DinosDragons]

You are most welcome! I hope to help people make a decision especially if you have to pay those crazy EU VATs! But I am sure that the money you save if you decide on EoFauna can give you an excellent paint job! PS: I haven't been to your wonderful country but hope to visit the Black Forest one day 😁

[@granthafer217]

Awesome video! Any chance of a review of the previous Doyle from PNSO? The dynamic pose and more traditional look would be great compared against your knowledge of scientific accuracy!

[@DinosDragons]

I would hope to do that one day, but with so many other videos queued up, it will probably be a very very long time before that happened! The old Doyle was really good and I actually like a few aspects of that compared to the new!

[@almusquotch9872]

That Atlasaurus really caught my eye.

[@DinosDragons]

Indeed! Not only is it in the traditional 1:40 scale, of a most unusually proportioned sauropod, but the paint application is really miles ahead of Giganotosaurus and this Triceratops. In fact it's one of my favourite sauropods!

[@thedapperdibble3622]

Great video! But how dare you speak ill of the cryptic variant! >:( Also, have u seen the promotional images for the eofauna diplodocus?

[@DinosDragons]

Haha the wonderful thing about the world is that one man's meat is another man's poison so we won't all be killing each other over the same hunk of flesh 😂 Yes I have seen the release images of EoFauna diplodocus. It is definitely very polarizing and I mean to get to read Dr Larramendi's paper soon. I have a feeling after understanding the science behind it I will appreciate the reconstruction more.

[@theacro3472]

I prefer eofauna s

[@DinosDragons]

It's a splendid model, let down by its paint application.

[@theacro3472]

@@DinosDragons it's a shame the details don't pop out much

[@Tyrannosaurus_rex.]

I chose Eofauna. The PNSO looks like a Torosaurus more to me.

[@DinosDragons]

That's a good choice! Just wish they had thought through the colours 😪

[@Tyrannosaurus_rex.]

​@@DinosDragons yeah, oh well.

[@tyrannotherium7873]

Eofana triceratops the one on the right looks better it looks like it’s defending itself or making itself look bigger I guess a t Rex Or even another triceratops of course

[@DinosDragons]

The beauty was that EoFauna deliberately designed a pose that goes very well if you buy two, and I have to give it to them! They did well to do this. It's a lot more dynamic than the more laidback pose of the PNSO.

[@kuitaranheatmorus9932]

I must say this comparison was pretty good and I love it alot. Also I wish yall a great day.

[@DinosDragons]

Thanks! Do you have any of them?

[@shainewhite2781]

Dude, I just subscribed to your channel!

[@DinosDragons]

Thank you for your support! :)

[@jukaa1012]

Nonsense about the abrupt coloratuon. Its obviouly on purpose

[@dynamosaurusimperious2718]

This was amazing

[@DinosDragons]

Haha thank you!

[@멀더fox]

Pnso가 더 뛰어나다

[@DinosDragons]

Haha it definitely has plenty of strong points going for it! I really like the EoFauna too, but the paint application isn't good. 😣

[@MrPetebuster1]

i'm repainting the eofauna terrible paint work by them

[@DinosDragons]

I wish I knew how! In fact I actually saved up for a repaint, so good is this scupt, but let down by a lacklustre paint application.

[@blobfishiant8487]

Moist