Material Composition | Crafting, Home Decor, Educational Kits | Industry Standard: Plastic Handles (basic durability) Our Base: Aluminum Core + Plastic (10x stronger than plastic) Our Advanced: Anodized Aluminum (corrosion-resistant, ASTM B225) | ▲ Base: Lightweight yet durable for heavy use ▲▲ Advanced: Withstands extreme temperatures | Base: Slightly heavier than plastic-only tools Advanced: Higher cost due to coating |
Handle Design | Beginner Projects, Long-Sessions Crochet | Industry Standard: Flat, Non-Ergonomic Plastic Our Base: Curved Ergonomic Handles (ISO 9241 certified) Our Advanced: Textured Grip Handles (40% less hand fatigue) | ▲ Base: Reduces wrist strain by 25% ▲▲ Advanced: Anti-slip in wet conditions | Base: Limited color options Advanced: Requires break-in period for grip comfort |
Size Range | Yarn Variety Projects, DIY Kits | Industry Standard: 4 Sizes (3mm–6mm) Our Base: 6 Sizes (2.5mm–7mm) Our Advanced: Full 8mm–2.5mm Range (covers 90% yarn types) | ▲ Base: Supports lace to chunky yarns ▲▲ Advanced: Professional-grade precision | Base: Excludes extreme sizes (e.g., 2.5mm) Advanced: Requires storage management |
Certifications | Children’s Crafts, Commercial Use | Industry Standard: No Safety Compliance Our Base: CPSIA Certified (lead-free, child-safe) Our Advanced: CPSIA + ASTM F2974 (anti-microbial coating) | ▲ Base: Meets school/camp safety standards ▲▲ Advanced: Hospital-grade hygiene | Base: Limited to basic safety Advanced: Adds cost for medical-grade coating |
Ergonomics | Repetitive Tasks, Arthritis-Friendly Use | Industry Standard: Straight Handles (no strain reduction) Our Base: Pre-Curved Design (20% less wrist strain) Our Advanced: Memory-Foam Padded Handles (ISO 11064) | ▲ Base: Reduces fatigue in 2+ hour sessions ▲▲ Advanced: Customizable grip pressure | Base: Less tactile feedback Advanced: Heavier due to foam padding |
Storage Solution | Travel, Classroom Sets | Industry Standard: Loose Hooks in Box Our Base: Magnetic Roll Case (holds 6 hooks) Our Advanced: Compartmentalized Case (fits all 8 hooks + yarn) | ▲ Base: Quick access for 6 sizes ▲▲ Advanced: Organized storage for full set | Base: Excludes 2 largest hooks Advanced: Bulky for portable use |