Best Masterpiece Optimus Prime of All Time | MP10, MP44, MS & TE CHILL COMPARISON REVIEW

[@SentinelBayReviews]

I had all four as well. And I agree, MP-44 is the best of these. MS-01 on 2nd cause he's so posable, easy to transform and affordable. 3rd is TE-01 for the cleanest look, but he also feels plain to me. MP-10 to me is kinda out of the competition cause he simply hasn't aged too well, still a legendary and good mold.

[@TMan978]

We are of the same mind. Unfortunately that makes you biased. Lol. I'm going to pin your comment to the top since you actually own all four

[@SentinelBayReviews]

@@TMan978 lol maybe. I'm mostly puzzled about the extreme reactions that the whole discussion drew from the fandom. I totally understand and respect anyone who prefers TE-01, but at the same time I demand respect and acceptance towards anyone who chose differently.

[@shadowz6848]

Aw I always wanted a masterpiece figure(official or 3rd party)

[@thomahawk24]

wheres mp 1 at!!

[@SentinelBayReviews]

@@thomahawk24 can't judge MP1, never had it

[@BoogerlyPlops]

TE 01 all day for me. MS ia nice but too bulky. MP 44 is nice too but that backpack is an atrocity.

[@geeksprk]

*looks at MP Bee 2.0* Not the worst backpack ever.

[@BenDover-vs7ih]

Couldn't have said it better myself agree with everything you said. I Hate that ginormous Backpack on MP 44. MS is not bad actually really close to TE but it is too bulky. But TE is the best personally.

[@K.C.-Games]

I think the knee issue is the worst part of MP44

[@JoeMama-xk8wh]

@@K.C.-Games true and the back pack crap takara could have just put the sound system in the gun or on the trailer also the price I dont think mp44 is worth almost 400 dollars I think they should have put it at 250 with no trailer and 300 with the trailer

[@Optidong12344]

Te01 is also toon accurate MS is like devastation/comic accurate

[@ashdoll217]

At the end when you had them all posed up together my eyes were just constantly drawn to the MS one, I love his proportions and headsculpt so much. I think he's my favourite.

[@johnlant1730]

I just can do the Price for MP 44. So TE 01 will have to work for me.

[@TMan978]

*Can't

[@johnlant1730]

Right! Can't lol. Even 330 is too much. For the amount Takara is asking this needed to be Perfect and it isn't.

[@shadowz6848]

@@johnlant1730 bruh 60 is to much for me I'm talking about the Voyager sized kbbmp10-v

[@donaldjackson4456]

The ko44 is awesome

[@thehatter0319]

Mp 44 and the other 2 3rd party primes are like having a cartoon contest and mp 10 is doing his own thing just fine. And mp01 is sitting at the corner crying thinking everyone hates him.

[@TMan978]

He's passed his Prime

[@UmarKhan-fb8ln]

I love all of them but damn mp10 looks like he can crush all of them in a battle!

[@TMan978]

Lol

[@ZetZatar]

Still a big fan of MP10. I’ve never liked the “toon” look.

[@TMan978]

I'm guessing masterpiece and Siege are just the worst for you.

[@ZetZatar]

TMan978 , Early MPs were my favorites, not the current trend. Siege is cool because of its unique look. I’m just not a fan of the smoother simpler look of the toon styling. Those are best left for stuff like the Hard Hero statues (which I own a few). But that’s just my tastes. :)

[@TMan978]

@@ZetZatar the first MPs we're cool but a mess to me. They gave MP01 ball jointed ankles and 4 lb of diecast lol. But I hear what you're saying. You like the extra sculpt work like Bobby skullface is always talking about.

[@lordjubilus]

me too i really love the look, and the seer power that figure emanes, i have the year of the horse version, and is one of my favorite figures of my collection

[@monkeyguy80]

Well, it's your choice too ya!

[@donovanjd3]

I have 3 of the 4. MP-10, MP-44 KO and MS. Magic Square will be staying on my G1 Shelf. He looks amazing. He looks better than MP-44. MP-44 is so over-rated. If it wasn't so $$$ I don't think people would praise it as much. It just doesn't look good. It's like people are praising it , in order to justify the money that they spent on it.

[@TMan978]

I honestly disagree. I praise it because I think it looks the best. My one complaint aesthetically is the backpack. Other than that it looks just like the cartoon. To me magic square looks like someone's memory of the cartoon

[@martinefrensoquigomez7835]

MP44 wins in overall articulation and toon accuracy, TE01 is a close one for its cleanliness and lack of visible panel lines and Magic Square is something in between IMO

[@charvelgtrs]

How is it more toon accurate than the TE-01?

[@toybonniesfm]

@@charvelgtrs mostly just proportions and head sculpt I would say

[@evandelgado2784]

@@charvelgtrs Te is too blocky. The g1 cartoon was blocky as well but it had rounded edges at some places. Not to mention the proportions.

[@lekanraposte6732]

Already having MP-01 and MP-10, I find no needs for yet another trailer. Plus MP-44 price is way too high for me. So TE01 OP Leader will do the job perfectly for cartoon accuracy. Plus, being compatible with MP-10's trailer sealed the deal. Also, 156 Canadian dollars (115$US) with free shipping from China. Not too shabby.

[@MentasmUK]

I feel as though you could have titled this video 'The Best Optimus Prime is MP-44 in spite of its glaring QC Issues' and been done with it. Also, that's the V1 TE, which doesn't have as many detents on the ratchets as the V2 (and the arms are ratcheted, albeit soft ones). The TE's backpack is closer to the size of the one on the animation model than any of the others (quite where the idea that it is huge came from I'll never know) and it's perfectly stable in dynamic poses. The can be no arguing that MP-44 has more articulation and accessories, but I'd hardly call TE limited. Also, how much use is the average collector going to make of those things? Is it worth three times the price? I don't think so, and I bought it! The paint chipping on yours is ridiculous, as is the fact that the knees seem to be failing across the board. Meanwhile TE is still going strong nine months later and MP-10 many years later. If this is the future of official figures, well it's a sorry state of affairs.

[@TMan978]

I don't like TE so much. The truck is good. It's too limited posability wise. Posability is a theme on my channel. I'm not used to Primus backpack being humongous but I'm not used to it being completely flat either.

[@aaronkornet]

@@TMan978 it's not flat bud, proportionally TE is the most accurate to the show

[@pabloiriqui6128]

Like a wise Swivel fanatic reviewer called Jobby the Hobb once said referring to all the accessories that just inflate that price. “I don’t give a shit”

[@poopjeans1135]

@@TMan978 There are plenty of G1 episodes where Prime, doesn't have a backpack at all. As far as Primus having a humongous backpack...What do you expect, he's a planet.

[@Jayce_Alexander]

I've had MP-44 since it was released, have owned the MS one for about a year now, and got TE-01 Op about a week ago for my birthday. Looking back now, considering how many problems MP-44 had and how much it cost, I kinda regret buying it, especially for that much money. MP-44 left my display the moment I got Magic Square Light of Freedom, which in my opinion is already ahead of the official MP-44 in the looks and QC department, but now that one's itself been replaced by TE-01. I just love the highly cartoon accurate and clean look (way cleaner than MP-44 especially), and no QC issues whatsoever. It's my favorite out of the bunch. Although I'd advise anyone to pick up either MS or TE over MP-44. They're both very good options, and MP-44 just isn't all it's cracked up to be.

[@TMReviews]

"Meh, I'll wait for the KO", lol, nice comparison

[@TMan978]

Good luck..good luck...

[@TMReviews]

@thors stopmotion studios and reviews I was kidding...

[@dong5104]

I ordered the TE. No way can i afford mp-44 prices. Thanks for the comparisons.

[@TMan978]

You can afford it. Sell TE and start saving $50 a paycheck

[@hw7738]

Don G - "Afford" vs "Justify" should be clarified. I sold MP10 but kept his trailer to use with TE. Not so Shiny Fresh compared to glorious MP44, perhaps, but even with combined cost still 60% less than MP44. That difference in $$$ affords more toon style characters on my shelf to stand with Toon Prime: ie MP Hound, MP BB v2, Wheeljack+, etc.

[@LetsGetitBoah]

@@TMan978 TE is far superior and it's not even close. Give TE a paint job and this isn't even conversation.

[@TMan978]

TE is an okay figure but I don't know about far superior. The articulation is extremely limited in comparison to MP-44 and Magic Square. And me saying by comparison is being super generous. I have Transformer Siege figures with better articulation. I think a lot of people's opinion is suede exclusively by statute static looks

[@LetsGetitBoah]

@@TMan978 True, personally I'm not a big poser guy. Yes, I'll pose my figures, but the solidness, and the brilliance of the engineering is what I love. People who aren't as knowledgeable as us on Transformers are shocked to find out that the TE-01 I have can actually transform into a truck. The smoothness and the cleanliness of the look is what really draws me in about it. I have the Magic Square one too, but I have the Ultra Magnus paint scheme version, which is BEAUTIFUL. I'm about to order the Nemesis Prime MP-49 to round out my Optimus MP collection in all it's major forms. Got the MP10 Ghostbusters Prime, and the ones mentioned, so they'll all be unique representations of the core 4.

[@nintendoconvert4045]

MP-10 always catches the eye and stands out the most

[@zitro3022]

Transform Element Op leader is the best in my opinion. It’s more accurate than all of them. MP 44 is second.

[@drei7316]

I'm still keeping my MP10. I don't give a shit on the full on accuracy of MP44. Its awesome and all but those issues I've heard & things that i won't like for sure makes it an easy pass.

[@tonesdad0408]

I'm happy with POTP Optimus! Minus the trailer not being a real trailer he's fucking glorious!!!

[@nickbell8353]

I agree; I *HATE* the transformation on MP 44

[@muiddium]

Mp44 is shit looking

[@IaconVisitor]

MP-10: Represents what the G1 animators wanted Prime to look like MP-44: Represents the result of that the G1 animators tried to make

[@TMan978]

@@IaconVisitor yup

[@MrOrange645]

@TMan978, I think the reason you're still getting comments a year later, is because of the re-release of TE-01 and the recent KO of MP-44. Those two releases are putting these figures in more collectors' hands, or at least making them a consideration. I own MP-01, MP-10V (which is the undersized MP-10), MS-01, MS-01X, and TE-01 (2nd batch). I have a genuine MP-10, MP-44 KO, and the newest batch of TE-01 all in various stages of shipping, so I'll soon have all the MP primes for comparison. But here's my opinion based on the figures I own, and the multiple video reviews I've seen, including your own. The best overall figure in my opinion is TE-01. And honestly I don't even think its that close of a competition. MP-01 and MP-10 are both great figures. MP-01 is the OG Masterpiece Prime, and I remember being absolutely blown away when I saw it on the shelf. Still one of my favorite XMas gifts. But it's severely dated 15 years later. MP-10 is just a different style figure when HasTak was taking the Masterpiece line a different direction. Great figure, but now we're moving toward more toon-like figures. Which as a 40yo guy who grew up with the G1 cartoon and movie, that's more my style. So the competition to me is between MS-01, TE-01, and MP-44. Out of those three, I just feel like TE-01strikes the best balance and is the most toon accurate. MS-01 is a great figure. I love the bulky look, the transformation is intuitive, interesting, and most of all, fun. It produces a great looking bot and truck. The finish is very meh, but thats what makes it a great TOY. The matte paint and points of articulation feels like something you can play with and not damage. And with MS-01X, the metallic finish looks more premium without being fragile paint. BUT, the bulky build makes it less toon accurate, and the truck bed looks like it was phoned in. As Jobby says, it's a 3D figure, so all angles should be taken into consideration. MP-44 is obviously very toon accurate...from the front. The back of the bot and the truck both break the illusion. I understand WHY the backpack exists, and WHY the truck bed Looks like a pile of broken model kits smashed together. I think HasTak severely over-engineered the figure to be slavish in toon accuracy, to the point that they lost a lot of accuracy in the process. And honestly, both modes are a panel lined mess. And with the complaints of fragile knees, wobbly hips and loose shoulders, a lot of people in the forums are too afraid to play with it or transform it. I think its a great figure to display in bot mode, in a dynamic pose, from the front only, and never played with. And the transformation looks like a nightmare. I'm not sure I'll even attempt it. But TE-01, Especially the updated version, strikes the perfect balance. Or near perfect. You've seen my pics and others in the forums, TMan. TE-01 is not limited in articulation at all. I have had mine in some very dynamic poses that actually look more natural than the MS-01, which everyone says has greater articulation. It's a SOLID figure that I'm completely comfortable with posing, playing with, and transforming. It looks great from all angles in truck and bot mode. It's a clean figure, and the only visible kibble is the bumper butt. MP-44 nails the butt plate, sure, but you can't display it anyway with that huge growth above it. LOL. But, TE-01 looks great posed, and feels great as a toy. The G1 toon was plagued with animation errors and just low quality drawing, but rhe 86 movie I really feel was the highest quality example of the character models. Not perfect by any means, but the best. So that's what I base my ideas on of toon accuracy. And TE-01 nails it. OP was meant to be blocky and slender. TE-01 has the perfect backpack. It looks straight out of the movie. And the matrix chamber. That was the one part of your review that I was disappointed in. You totally glossed over just how dead on accurate TE-01 matrix chamber is. You mentioned it, but come on. They nailed it. It was just icing on the cake of an already incredibly accurate figure. Its has a very clean, convincing truck bed, with the least kibble in either mode out of all the MP Primes. And I think its a perfect example of how HasTak over-engineered MP-44 and wound up missing the mark. Its just so clean, so elegant, more accurate, and more solid. The transformation is a little complicated. Not nearly as intuitive and fun as MS-01, but not as complicated and scary as MP-44. Again, a nice balance. And when you factor in price, you just can't beat TE-01. Its actually the cheapest of thr group. MS-01 is no longer available and sells for $160-$250 on the secondary market. MP-44 is $360-$450. TE-01 is available right now for $103. I'm not saying MP-44 isn't worth $400. Cause it likely is. But is it the best VALUE? Well, that is up to the buyer. For me, no. For you, maybe. All I know is I look at TE-01, and I see how HasTak missed the mark with price and over-engineering. Overall, you did a great review and comparison. I don't fault anyone who disagrees with my opinion. We're all looking for different things in our ultimate figure. For me, TE-01 checks all my boxes.

[@crimansizers5840]

I completely agree. I feel TE-01 was underrated in this review but the figure seems to be the best regarding value. MP-44 has too many QoL problems for 4-500 USD. Magic Square has quality problems as well tho the articulation and price are improved. TE-01 seem to have the best of everything and the articulation is just fine for anyone not making stop motion vides (and even then you are prob okay lol).

[@TMan978]

If I were to do a new review, the newer version of Magic Square would win for me. 😂 For me TE Left the table once I realized it didn't have thigh swivel. Don't know if you're new to my channel but I am definitely a lover of articulation. Forget stop motion, I go all out for my thumbnails sometimes.

[@crimansizers5840]

@@TMan978 I definitely appreciate the patience and art that goes into making stop motion, so I totally get your POV. For me I like quality, articulation is important but TE-01 (heck even MP-10) is enough, and in shattered glass colors I think it takes the cake. Ofc the MP-44 is coming back in purple and green and it may be the model to beat given they seemed to improve the QoL, Axe, and backpack (least by a tiny bit lol)

[@Traph]

That MP44 ramming the insecticon is a dope display option!

[@TMan978]

Thx

[@TMan978]

@TrashTownTV the review will be up today. Click the notification bell

[@frailmachine]

Mp10 is the clear winner aesthetically even 10 years on.

[@SoundwaveNL1977]

Those qc issues Takara is having really should not have been there for the huge price tag. Also I have seen the MP 44 having knee problems. The are prone to break very easily. That really sucks. He looks great but with all these issues and the price it really bothers me. I like the TE one. But still on the fence about which one to get. Thanks for sharing Tman

[@TMan978]

Thanks for watching and I agree

[@kinjapleb4228]

I really loved this comparison! I have MP-44, and it is certainly my favourite Transformer. Hopefully, the repair vid comes out soon! I really want to get a TE and MS as well, but in different colours.

[@TMan978]

Go through my playlist because the repair video already up. It's been up for a while. All the cool kids have watched it already. What are you waiting for?! You're one of the cool kids aren't you?

[@choostopher5018]

I don't have any but think they all look excellent. MP10 really appeals to me.

[@watts4200]

Damn fine review and that song at the end had me rollin!!! 👏🙌

[@TMan978]

Thank you for watching

[@crimansizers5840]

You know, coming back to this video as I am comparing the shattered glass versions of this guy (MP-10, TE-01, Magic Sqr, and ofc MP-44/ MPG-12) I can see why you like the MP-44 variant, particularly as the newer releases fix the knee and QC problems and gives him a better backpack. It does the axe the best (2nd is TE) and has the best front face and articulation without sacrificing quality. Good stuff T-man, you earned a sub from me :)

[@TMan978]

Thanks

[@chunkymilkxd5342]

I think the mp-44 should of been a little longer in the torso section also should of been a little less bulky on the back. But we should be happy that they even made it.

[@capencowl]

Wow that 2nd TE headsculpt looks really good next to the mp-44! If TE has shown that headsculpt and not had that unsightly gray hinge on the belt line I woyukd have got it when it first came out.

[@TMan978]

He feels the best I don't know if I said that. I just hate the articulation though

[@charvelgtrs]

TE-01 ftw!!! No paint or knee issues No ugly backpack Great price.

[@TMan978]

👍🏽

[@repstos]

Thanks for making this video. Loved it. I think MP-44 is my fave.

[@NathanSimmonsSworn]

Amazing comparison T. MP-44 Still wins it for me for Cartoon & Articulation. MP-10 just became my Toy version.

[@TMan978]

What if they reboot deadline and start making more articulated actual G1 robots where Optimus has a bumper for a crotch and he's wearing a medieval Knight mask and has a big hole in his back but he has a ball joint in neck. Lol and double jointed elbows

[@sideswipe1261]

Great video! You’re my #1 guy now for TF reviews!

[@TMan978]

Thank you.

[@mediodes]

Great video, I love seeing them side by side. I used to not care so much about ab crunch, but after seeing how posable the MP-44, I kind of wish they'll release TE-01 2.0 with better articulation. I would definitely pick MP-44 if money is not a problem for me.

[@kyllerkill]

I feel it’s hard for anyone to say the te doesn’t look the best when they are standing next to each other.

[@TMan978]

I will admit to you that he is the cleanest but he looks flat to me and looks like a shampoo bottle toy

[@carlosgonzalezramirez6423]

@@TMan978 I agree, I have TE and it needs a clear coat and chrome parts. I hope they release a premium version. But, I campare it to the MP-44 of a friend and TE has that feeling of superior product at hand, it is clean and heavy and its ratchets are strong. It feels really solid at hand, you doesn't feel that something is gona break or unclip.

[@TMan978]

@@carlosgonzalezramirez6423 it's the diecast.

[@perfectlybalanced8995]

I have an idea for a future comparison video MP-10 Vs Earthrise/Kingdom Vs MP-44 Vs SS86 (upcoming figure)

[@TMan978]

If anything like that, that could see comparing MP44 to Studio Series 86 or a Studio Series to earthrise but MP10 is too far back for me and doesn't fit the super cartoon accurate aesthetic. He's lucky he was included here due to his scale.

[@aidanrumfelt351]

Now, I was excited for mp-44 thinking it would be incredible, and he looks good, but I would consider him the mp-09 of Optimus primes… he looks good! I will never deny that, but the reports of breaking, how expensive he is ($850 today…) I just don’t consider him worth it to me personally, but that’s ok! Just because I’m not a fan doesn’t mean you shouldn’t get it if you don’t wanna! The non official ones are awesome, but I love mp-10 the most, and this comparison has me excited to get mine! (Won him from an auction, hopefully it isn’t terrible because looks can be deceiving) still, cool figures with a 10/10 chill review, keep it up 👍

[@TMan978]

MP 10 is cool to me but in comparison to the other options He is the most boring when it comes to articulation.

[@jameslohr4943]

My MP-44 is on its way and I can't wait. I will have all four of these at that point. I love the TE... BUT... I'm sure MP-44 will take the top spot, lol. I've heard of the knee problem and look forward to your fix video in case I have an issue. Thanks very much for all the informative content you put out! Very much appreciated.

[@TMan978]

I'm filming that video now I need to stop procrastinating

[@menkster5813]

I like the MP-10 Cab look. It has a G1 look but also a realistic look. The transformation is simple and fun, and even though there were compromises to the weapon to get it to fit in his back, I still really like the weapon storage. Also the micro-figure doesn't explode every time you mess with it. The only thing that bothers me on that figure is that his ab grill is a bit too long and weird looking. Other than that, I still love MP-10. Hopefully I can get him some day. Great video as always!

[@grahamandlukecollectables8538]

Great video! To your question! I'm gonna be honest I can't answer your question without being a little biased as I own TE01 Optimus Prime. So I asked my daughter who has absolute no knowledge of who's who. My daughter said first mp10 then TE then MP44 and finally magic square. Of course I completely disagree but then I'm biased. So on appearance beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

[@TMan978]

Lol.

[@ajhill5094]

You sold me on magic square. I love the side to side comparison

[@TMan978]

You'll like it. You might not like how it feels but it's good enough

[@LifewithBrock]

Man Magic Square looks really good. What’s cheap about it? Plastic, paint? Good comparison review.

[@TMan978]

I don't like the way it feels and the price is cheap in comparison

[@marcusangulo7555]

TRU Exclusive MP10 in Box For Display.... and the KO MP44 to Open/Play with. I know you're waiting for the But Lol I'll leave it out. Thanks for doing these! I've been watching a few of em over the last Year+ in aid of my decision making Lol

[@mangamegs]

What are the odds you think theyll reissue mp44 anytime soon, Tman? I'm getting the ko anyway but I like having the official along with a ko to fiddle with.

[@TMan978]

I thought he was still in stock everywhere. Since they like money, I think the chances are high. They've already released a repaint

[@mangamegs]

@@TMan978 yeah he's still in stock in us. I was hoping for another chance at him at the price he was on Amazon jp. It was a perfect storm of b.s. that made me lose my pre-order. Let's just say it all started someone other than me trying to use my credit card. Everything worded out though. If these us guys ever drop the price I'll just say screw it and get him then. Starscream and thundercracker are already set.

[@Prime-qd6nl]

Best comparison video yet. My favourite is TE 01. I like the cleanliness in both modes. I have mp10 still love it but it's trailer is in a closet except for the two or three days a year i transform mp10 or TE 01. Sorry to see the paint scratch hopefully you can touch it up along with fixing the knees.

[@TMan978]

No I already fixed one knee

[@Mandinforever]

AMAZING COMPARISON VIDEO

[@TMan978]

Thanks

[@charvelgtrs]

FYI, the 3rd batch of TE-01 now has a Opaque Blue Windshield.

[@fenton412]

robotoybase.com/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=4904 You sure about that?

[@Anakunus]

This was an enjoyable comparison video to watch. However, now that Magic Square has released a second version of its Light of Peace figure and there is an improved knock-off version of MP44, I think a new, updated video is in order.

[@TMan978]

People have probably made their own opinion

[@Anakunus]

@@TMan978 You forgot the full stop. Anyway, of course they have, but I would be interested in hearing _your_ opinion.

[@TMan978]

I have a video on MS 2.0. I mention thoughts compared to mp44

[@Anakunus]

@@TMan978 But not MS-02EX, evidently.

[@TMan978]

Imagine my thoughts on the regular version but shiny and then you'll have the gist. Lol. Here are my ultimate thoughts, as much as I love MP44, the MS 2.0 and any variant is more fun to handle and pose. Aesthetically, they look better in robot mode because they don't have a gigantic backpack and they are easier to transform.

[@LethalVenom02]

Id be fine paying the price for mp44 but the paint chipping and knee failures arent worth it for the price. I was thinking about getting magic square for the possibility and i love the look but i am happy with my mp10 takara ver with painted eyes haha. Maybe if takara does a reissue with all the issues fixed i might get him but of now id pass. However, the ko looks very nice as it has most of my issues fixed and supposed to have some diecast and what not. Could you do a review on the ko and all the improvements or what not wad made?

[@TMan978]

That's the plan.

[@ultimatemanny]

That crazy a 500 dollars figure and the paint is pilling off hahaha

[@brettraines5384]

Currently whats catching my eye the most is the MS light of freedom But when i go online and look at it . what i really like is the front windhsield effects, was that something you added on or did it come with it or ??? thank you !

[@TMan978]

At some point in this long-ass video, I mentioned that that was added.

[@elandraxe]

Great comparison vid' !

[@TMan978]

Thx

[@mufefi1829]

Hi bro i wonder where you get stiker or paint those magic square chest, it’s good one

[@shinjihye675]

The way you pose all 4 of them kinda make me jealous

[@TMan978]

I have to return two of them so don't be too jealous.

[@chrisalan457]

Very thorough comparison video, really do like all 4 but yeah MP 44 is the best really, just not willing to spend that much right now, but will have him eventually. Hopefully by then the knees issue gets worked out.

[@TMan978]

At least you didn't say, "but"

[@DoctorSquiddy]

...but it’s just so dag blamed expensive...!!!😉

[@KingAlexIII]

If paint chipping and QC issues weren't present and the price wasn't outrageous (I know you didn't want me to throw price in there but still), then MP-44 is the best to me. I have the other three and Magic Square is my least favorite. I hate the articulation in the hips and legs and he just doesn't look good when posed dynamically. TE-01 is my go to Prime until I save up enough for MP-44(could've gotten him but I used the funds for the ThreeA Last Knight Optimus Prime... gorgeous figure btw lol). Awesome comparison video though. They display well together.

[@TMan978]

It's okay. Those really are good points. I wish I could have reworded some of that. My least favorite is everyone's favorite. TE

[@joeydahl9594]

@@TMan978 That's kind of Ironic. I think I know why so many like it though. Cartoon accuracy. While the TE may lack in the articulation, it does provide a cheaper alternative to mp44. You know, for all those that are broke out there. Even with his backpack, mp44 would be an easy sell for me if he was just a little bit cheaper. I'm not even talking a lot cheaper either. If he was, I don't know, a 100-150 cheaper I would be on board. That said, I do understand the price. Just a bit much to justify for me.

[@TMan978]

I paid 330 which is almost $150 off that US price

[@U.C.1180]

Optimus Prime didn’t have a huge ass backpack. The Transform Element has the most accurate back. MP-44 has the least accurate due to the voice gimmick. Also as far as cartoon accuracy, which what MP-44 is going for, the legs have always been obvious.

[@TMan978]

Thank for watching

[@JorgeRodriguez-nt8mg]

TMan978 🧂

[@evandelgado2784]

Te's back is way too flat. The g1 cartoon optimus had a backpack but not as big as mp44's

[@jeffreyloskoskill4901]

Which would you recommend for a 4 year old, that being said he takes care if his Transformers for a 4 year old. I've been waiting to pull the trigger on a MP for him. Just wanted your opinion.

[@TMan978]

None

[@jeffreyloskoskill4901]

@@TMan978 looks like he's gonna get a Chinese K.O. then.

[@TMan978]

Not saying your kid isn't smart but having three children, I know that the figure would not be taken care of and it will be a hassle every time they want it transformed. MP 10 is probably the easiest to transfer but I even forget the steps and I've transformed that thing several times I couldn't imagine being a four-year-old trying to do it. For me personally it will be throwing money down the drain because these things are expensive. You can get the leader class Optimus Prime that's on shelves right now if you haven't already. And even he is complicated

[@jeffreyloskoskill4901]

@@TMan978 I think I'm just gonna try to steer him away from something on the M.P. scale. Thanks. Love your videos. Keep em' coming. 👍

[@carefreejimbob]

I've had all 4. My personal favourites are te01 for robot and mp10 with trailer for truck.

[@TMan978]

Did you get the 2.0 Optimus from magic Square? TE was my least favorite because I like articulation and his body looks so flat and square

[@carefreejimbob]

@@TMan978 I had the MS-02EX. he was good, I felt the plastic was a. Bit flimsy, and didn't like the hollows on his wrists and ankles. They're all good. But I preferred te01. 😁

[@leeenghow8475]

How bout megatron? Any recommendations 🤔🙏🏻

[@TMan978]

MP 36 I love the way the make toys one looks as well I've never played with it though

[@leeenghow8475]

@@TMan978 thank for recommendations 🙏🏻

[@deltawave4669]

Depends on what you’re looking for, my favs are Mp10 and ms01 because I think that’s how they would look irl Edit: te looks the most cartoon acurate and mp44 has great articulation

[@jayblack1257]

$250 for mp-44. just the figure no back truck - that would have been perfect. ... hard for me to cough up $370-$450 for this. articulation is king however - thats why mp44 wins in my opinion ...

[@TMan978]

For just Optimus I would hope it's under two hundred bucks

[@Levi_52_336]

MP-44 is a good $170, mainly because of the vast amount of paint and parts.

[@alexandersilva3327]

i have te01 and i love him but i have 2 issues with it compared to mp44 he isnt as posable and that knee swivel only works with certain poses and the pivot isnt enough, and the second issue is that he doesn't scale well with mp36 megatron bc if you only count the heads on both figures heights, megatron is taller, but if u only count their shoulders, te01 is taller

[@TMan978]

Yes the look and feel of TE is good but articulation is definitely lacking. Having to push a button to use the butterfly joint is annoying as well.

[@deltawave4669]

They should redo mp 01 to make the vehicle more accurate, I love the aesthetic of mp01

[@TMan978]

I think they already did that when they made mp10 and mp44. That was their idea of remaking mp01

[@deltawave4669]

TMan978 l just think the new toys are slowly becoming more cartoony. That’s not bad but I like the life like kind of style of g1 (thanks for responding)

[@TMan978]

@@deltawave4669 you're probably going to have to go third-party. You can get an MPP 10

[@deltawave4669]

TMan978 I do have a kbb mp10v that’s nearly destroyed

[@RotaryriderFD]

As an original G1 collector during the 80s, I chose a crazy time to get back into TF. My first modern OP is the new MP44. Figured I’d start on a high note. The transformations are quite intimidating, especially with the paint concerns. I’m considering getting a MS or TE to leave in alt mode. Do either work with the MP44 trailer?

[@TMan978]

They do not. TE works with the MP10 trailer

[@RotaryriderFD]

TMan978 thanks for clarifying that

[@martinefrensoquigomez7835]

Did you mention the fact MP44's knees bend backwards just a bit to emulate a cartoon curve? And that MP-10's knees bend backwards as well?

[@TMan978]

Probably not but I'm pretty sure people have seen that in promotional pictures.

[@crescentdarklight]

MP-44 is the best out of all them because trailer, cartoon accuracy, more accessories, more of a realistic/slick look while maintaining the various art-style of the character.

[@Jonathan_B87]

I'm waiting for the the leader class Earthrise Optimus Prime. That figure looks amazing and it won't cost me a sizable chunk of my paycheck.

[@TMan978]

Man...I never thought of this. They are totally comparable. He'll fit right in with Masterpiece too!!

[@Jonathan_B87]

@@TMan978 oh yeah. I can't justify Masterpiece prices.

[@Jonathan_B87]

@@TMan978 So four years later and I now have bought a secondhand Transform Element TE-01 Version 2.0. and now I want to also get the cell shaded version. I just bought a Magic Square MS-01 Metallic version and it's on the way. If Magic Square ever re-releases the MS-02EX (painted version), I will buy that one too. These Masterpiece figures are awesome. I still mainly collect CHUG though and I love my Earthrise Prime with the rest of the main line for scale. Sorry I'm late to the party. Lol

[@65chevystepside]

Not sure if someone already mentioned it but the black trailer hitch piece on TE-01 allows you to hook up MP-10's trailer perfectly.

[@TMan978]

That's something I neglected to mention. The problem is you have to own mp10 or his trailer to use it

[@65chevystepside]

@@TMan978 very true! I am in that boat ... ordered TE-01 and now I need a trailer! 😂

[@minilla2382]

From my Ranking for having these figures Painting 1. Mp44 2. TE-OP 3. MS 4. Mp10 Cartoon Accuracy 1. TE-OP 2. Mp44 3. MS 4. Mp10 Articulation and possibility 1. Mp44 2. MS 3. TE-OP 4. Mp10 Transformation 1. Mp10 2. MS 3. TE-OP 4. Mp44 Accessories *not including trailers* 1. Mp44 obviously 2. TE-OP 3. MS 4. Mp10

[@kadewade351]

I like MP-10 the most. 1. It’s accurate, but adds its own designs that respect the cartoon and make it more detailed in a way, the gray stripes on his forearms are a good example. 2. His quality is impressive. Yeah MP-44 looks more cartoon accurate and glossy, but that paint chipping is a problem, and MP-10 has enough quality to rival 44 in my opinion. 3. He has just enough accessories that DONT artificially jack up the price. 4. Speaking of the price. For his mold, accessories, quality, and all around whole thing is fairly a decent price. Something MP-44 has the short end of the stick on. 5. I think he has the most details in terms of the chest, windows, matrix, and legs etc. Just overall a great figure. MP-44 is good too, but $500 bucks? No thanks.

[@TMan978]

Thank you for watching

[@Omar_ZX]

5:36 random extra part but it adds trailer functionality with mp10's trailer

[@RaulArechiga]

I like the MP-44 OP but..Ima stick with the MP-10 more because I just love how the figure looks, all the details on the truck mode just looks so amazing in my opinion

[@blazingmewtwo]

Do you think Takara Tomy will do a new v3 mp Screamer?

[@TMan978]

Duh!

[@blazingmewtwo]

TMan978 haha

[@williambuckett830]

Had mp 10 and Magic square and liked them at the time but decided to take a third dip and got mp44 and this is my prime now very with it. Completes mp36

[@eileenwhittemore7453]

Hi t man sorry I haven't commented lately I still watch you video though. Have. A nice day

[@TMan978]

Thanks for watching

[@rickytoddbotelho9555]

Great review. I love them all.

[@Bladebreaker08]

The MP44 is easily my favorite of the 4. Though I am tempted to get the TE one in Nemesis Prime’s colors

[@waysted199]

I think Mp44 is by far the best. I'm just waiting for a second batch. With the qc fixed. You know like they did with beast wars Megatron. Thanks for the comparison. Was debating on transform element but. I don't think it really holds a candle to the real deal. Despite his price I think he's just superior

[@TMan978]

Thank you for watching and your opinions

[@icandroid360]

Can you fit te01 op leader new head to a magic square light of freedom?

[@TMan978]

I'm not sure but I'm going to say no.

[@icandroid360]

@@TMan978 it would be epic if it could fit on it, no need for an mp44 🤣

[@nameforcomments4092]

I may have to start saving up for MP44 after watching your videos... Especially depending on the knee fix. It would be a roll of the dice to see if he gets fixed and easier to find over the next several months (hey, Christmas is coming and the kids get priority), or just harder to get and pricier. But hey, if I get the money and he's not around, I could get another cool figure instead. Or a major household appliance, but we'll see what happens when I get there.

[@TMan978]

It is a dice roll. My friends yesterday was telling me that they make tens of thousands of these things. In my experience, the popular characters disappear. but this is a special case where the toy has almost $500 depending on where you buy it.

[@thespaceram2879]

Mp01 and Mp 44 both have hip skirts. While Mp10 doesn't have any. Which could of been added but chose not to.

[@TMan978]

That's true..

[@clmstudios3364]

Ok complaining how te01 is too flat is just too far. Mp44's back pack is WAY too thick. Te's might be a bit flat, but it's 10 times more accurate than mp44's back. Still love the vid anyways.

[@LetsGetitBoah]

Yes, TE-01 is far superior. Again, a paint job is the only thing MP-44 has on it. More poseable? Big f'n deal. TE-01 is what MP-44 should have been.

[@drbluejay858]

@@LetsGetitBoah I actually prefer te01 paint job, it makes him look more g1 than mp44

[@TMan978]

I'm happy you guys are happy and I'm also happy that you watched my video

[@antiguabossy]

Good review brother

[@TMan978]

Thanks

[@BoozyBeggar]

One comparison you didn't do: trailers. I'ma go watch your individual reviews now, mainly just the MP-10 and MP-44. Aesthetics wise, I prefer MP-10. I like that he's bulkier and I like the chrome shins, but it's a shame about the smaller gun.

[@BoozyBeggar]

Aw, damn, I can't find an MP-10 review on your channel. Maybe I didn't search the right terms or something.

[@TMan978]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5qUg4KNd9x5gNU This is the closest thing I have to a review

[@myusername3689]

The ultimate comparison

[@TMan978]

Thank you for watching.

[@URADUSCHE]

Mp10 is the coolest looking for me. An Mp10 figure with the articulation of the MS figure or Mp44 would be the best Optimus in my opinion.

[@jessialejandromendozagarci7181]

You're a Takara's lover, thats all, Bad review, it isn't objective, all we can see the clear inclination you have for the takara mp44

[@TMan978]

Before I dream of replying to this comment what's a real response, did you watch the whole video?

[@ErmIDK19]

People who were to young or just not around at the time dont understand what a big deal mp10 was at the time it was released to be fair the same can be said about mp01 but more so . They seem dated now but they were real game changers that made us all sit up and pay attention . I now have all three versions and wont ever be swlling them

[@DoctorSquiddy]

Good grief TMan... you have no mercy for the competition... 😄!

[@TMan978]

Lmao! Don't worry. EMGO will have more views than me in 1 hour.

[@setsuna200]

All the things you said were wrong with te op leader were fixed with his release and damn he kicks mp44 ass. He is a great alternative without having to sell a kidney

[@TMan978]

Thanks for watching.

[@setsuna200]

@@TMan978 your welcome. You did a very good comparison. It allows people to see the best and worst parts of the figures and make a informed decision on which one the consumer should buy depending on what the can afford.

[@omegaprime3261]

Man that’s a $440 figure with weak knees everybody got on hydra so bad I hope a third-party comes out with the fix I’ll buy the fix before I buy the figure

[@TMan978]

I keep saying this. Anyone who paid over $330 for this guy is a fool who hasn't listened to anything I've been saying all year. Amazon.jp, invest your gaze there.

[@omegaprime3261]

Personally even 330 was too much for some broke knees This figure is going to be on the market for a long time anyway let’s see how it slowly decreases in value unless they bring the next wave out with a fixed Let’s see what Hasbro does hopefully they’ll be smarter about it

[@SpawnVII]

@TMan978 I just got my very own MP-44 and i already have MP-10 and MS-01, and is it me or does MP-44 feel much more fragile than the others?? Doesn't feel like i can actually "play" w/ it like i can MP-10 and the others?? Why don't toy manufacturers make toys out of that old school Lego plastic anymore?? You could chuck those shits across Egypt and they'd get up and smile at you. I didn't expect him to feel as brittle as he did after watching so many videos of people handle him.. is it just me??

[@TMan978]

When they made mp10, I think they had the same goal in mind that they have right now with Transformers generation figures. They wanted to make Transformers that had better detail but we're less complex. Because all of the figures before mp10 where a little bit more complex than they had to be which made them subject to design flaws. Plus it brought the cost down. Starting with maybe mp36 they decided to go back to the more complex transformations to give us more G1 accuracy. Mp10 is built like a Generations figure. And you know those are built to be played with. Whatever you're feeling when it comes to mp44 oh, you're not crazy. But to me magic square figure felt flimsy and I handled two of them. Transform element feels the best but it has the worst articulation and the worst face to me. Even the replacement face.

[@SpawnVII]

@@TMan978 the only thing flimsy on magic square was his fingers, neck joint and one antenna. At least my copy was. But yeah MP44 legs for the first time was terrifying, all joints super stiff. And connecting and disconnecting his waist is also scary, I feel like I had to pull so hard to unhook his waist. He needs to be sprayed down with WD-40, lol

[@TMan978]

That's part of the problem too, lol. You spent a lot of money on that thing so playing with him feels like you're playing with a ticking time bomb

[@Slashingthrough]

A bit weird to say that the KO's aren't having enough extra's you can easily buy them and the trailers you always buy separately. Thanks for the video. Don't agree with your KO decisions because the MP44 3.0 will have paint chips not acceptable for a figure worth of 300 dollars. The Element one costs you what 95 dollars... It's an amazing figure to have and sturdy.

[@TMan978]

They're not KO because they are original designs. I prefer the articulation and sculpt of MP44 more. I don't care that those figures are cheaper. The price doesn't make them better to me. Mp44 looks better to me and can definitely Outpose everything on that video. Even if MP44 was $100 with no trailer, I would still like it more.

[@Darkmanfl]

Awesomeness! I have them all and love them!!

[@KoolKollectibles]

MP-44 the best for sure! So glad I got mine.

[@TMan978]

Thanks for watching anyway

[@norajavier7492]

MP-44 looks skinny for me, it has a huge back bag, the chest has too many gaps, the front cabin truck is not as nice as MP-10 truck, transformation is too tricky and takes loooong time. I still highly prefer MP-10, I know it depends of tastes, I'm waiting for a new Prime version.

[@TMan978]

That's nice

[@ErmIDK19]

I got the version 4 ko of mp44 and for the most part its coloured plastic instead of a paint job which im more than happy with as i cant stand scuffed and scratched paint from transforming it or it falling over. It mzy not look as premium but it still looks swesome to me

[@lonewanderer_9312]

MP-10 and what makes mine special to me is it not only looks badass on my shelf but it's also a Toys R Us exclusive!

[@agenthb8806]

I have the same one as well.

[@robinanwaldt]

I highly disagree with TE-01 having too flat of a back. Just checked a few clips from The Transformers: The Movie and it’s pretty much perfect.

[@TMan978]

👍🏾

[@leepicciotto]

I got lucky with my mp-44 because I'm seeing a lot of warped/bent antennas on the two regular face sculpts with the season 1 head usually being the most warped. I really like the te but wish they went for full on paint/better more accurate color, would've gladly paid a few dollars more for it. Instead of buying expensive third party stickers for the Windows, I just peel the labels off of Fiji water bottles and cut them to size and they're the perfect animation blue. Have it on te, mp10, and my 2 idw primes(with generation toy making the superior version when it comes to idw primes,it even looks good next to takara g1 figures, particularly from mp36 onward) I understand people being upset about takaras price hikes but don't understand the hate on the figures themselves. I guess if you feel like you've been priced out of a line you collect it's hard to see past it but 44 is the best g1 prime to date and hating on its design makes people just seem salty to me. Who knows maybe they just truly prefer other products aesthetics but I highly doubt it's the case deep down. It does leave fans toys with a opportunity to make a power move by releasing something of their quality and current design aesthetic at a lower price point following up their upcoming soundwave, megatron, etc and show that they're more than just some third party company.

[@TMan978]

Yeah the season 1 face is definitely warped on both of mine. Since it's so then it's an easy fix I've just been being lazy.

[@leepicciotto]

TMan978 with everyone gunning for them(takara) because of the higher price points, it seems like they should've been all over everything with this release to make sure they didn't leave room for any complaints(particularly for careless qc issues/mistakes that could've easily been avoided) there's a couple of other things you hit on (like the knees) and paint that they should've worked out for the final product because you already know the Chinese ko companies like infinite transformations will fix it with their release that will probably sell for a hundred bucks or less(without the trailer) with morons that don't understand why genuine products cost more than fakes to begin with taking their immature, stunted emotions out on takara even more.

[@2007suprasport]

Absolutely phenomenal comparisons. Imo the definitive version is the MP-44. I had to Edit my comment, because you stated please don't place a but. Which kinda sucks since I can't Express my opinion. Definitely understand your tired of the comments. As always great video.

[@LightningHawk40]

Really bothers me how much space is between the trailer and cab in mp 44. Can't get over that. I'll wait for the next mold.

[@TMan978]

That is a very unique complaint. It's like that for two reasons one so you can store the gun back there unhindered and two so it can actually rotate. How often are you going to be transforming it?

[@peterwong8499]

What about Toyworld primorion or the recently re-release from Zeta?

[@TMan978]

Ew