For a ready-made three-ball juggling set, start with the Henrys Beanbag Stretch 67mm Set K2. For a smaller molded ball bought individually, compare the white 62mm Play MMX. The Henrys set is the simpler purchase for a first three-ball kit; the MMX is worth considering when a 67mm ball feels too large in your hands.
These choices are for toss juggling, where you throw and catch balls. The comparison uses manufacturer specifications and care guidance; we have not tested catch feel, seam life or long-term durability. Your hand size and preferred feel matter more than an unsupported overall ranking.
Compare the two juggling-ball options
| Selected option | Diameter and weight per ball | Package and best fit |
|---|---|---|
| Henrys Beanbag Stretch Set K2, J05130-JK2 | 67mm; maker lists the Stretch 67mm ball at 125g | Three balls in red, blue and yellow; tube and instructions included |
| Play MMX, white 62mm | 62mm; 110g | One ball per item; a smaller option for small hands or numbers juggling |
1. Henrys Stretch Set K2: a complete three-ball starter set
The K2 set contains three 67mm Stretch beanbags, one each in red, blue and yellow, plus a screw-top tube and instructions. Check product number J05130-JK2 so you do not accidentally order a single beanbag or the differently colored K1 Beach set. See the Henrys Stretch 67mm Set K2.
Henrys describes its Stretch balls as soft artificial-leather beanbags with millet filling and positions them for beginners and jugglers who like soft balls. Its 67mm ball is listed at 125g. That makes this a sensible starting point if you want a sewn beanbag and a matching set without choosing each ball separately.
The set page also lists a weight of 0.43kg for the product package. Do not read that as the weight of one ball: the individual Stretch 67mm specification is 125g. When comparing listings, check diameter, per-ball weight and quantity as separate details.
The tradeoff is size choice: all three balls in this set are 67mm. Before buying, consider whether you can comfortably hold two balls in the hand that starts your three-ball pattern. A packaged set is convenient, but it should still fit your grip. If ordering from Henrys in Germany, check the shipping total and any applicable non-EU import charges.
2. Play MMX 62mm: a smaller molded option
The selected MMX is the white 62mm ball, with a stated juggling weight of 110g. Play’s guide specifically points this size toward small hands and numbers juggling, where fitting more balls into one hand matters. It is not automatically the best first size for everyone; Play describes its larger 67mm MMX as an all-round option.
MMX uses a soft PVC shell filled with millet, rather than sewn artificial-leather panels. Play describes that shell as about 2mm thick and the 62mm surface as matte. Consider it if you want the rounder, molded feel of MMX in a smaller diameter. We would not choose it on an untested promise of better catches or longer life.
This listing is for an individual ball, not a three-ball set. To assemble a matching three-ball kit, select the same white 62mm version and order three items. Keep the quantity separate from the size selector; the 67mm and 70mm MMX versions have different stated weights. See the white 62mm Play MMX.
Play allows washing MMX with water and soap, but says not to submerge the balls because the plugs are not glued. It also recommends separate storage to keep PVC away from newspaper, pen and marker inks that can permanently stain it. Those are useful care limits to know before treating a washable shell as waterproof.
Choose by fit, feel and the number of balls you need
Start with a diameter that lets you hold the balls comfortably, including the extra ball needed at the start of a pattern. In this comparison, the MMX is both smaller and lighter per ball. That does not make it universally easier: Henrys’ larger soft beanbag may suit your grip and preferred catch feel better.
For a first three-ball purchase, compare one Henrys K2 set with three individual MMX balls. Use the total delivered cost, including shipping and any import charges, rather than comparing a set price with a single-ball price. For later additions, match the model, diameter and stated weight instead of relying on color alone.
Choose these for throwing and catching practice. If your goal is contact juggling, body rolls or bouncing patterns, look for a prop designed for that technique. Play distinguishes its toss-juggling models from those other uses; a ball being round is not enough to make it interchangeable.
Frequently asked questions
How many balls come with each option?
The Henrys K2 package contains three balls, a tube and instructions. The selected Play MMX listing is for one ball, so buy three individual balls if you want a three-ball set.
Does a smaller ball always suit a beginner better?
No. Fit and feel are personal. Play positions its 62mm MMX for small hands and numbers juggling; Henrys positions its soft Stretch beanbags for beginners as well as other jugglers who like that feel. Choose a size you can comfortably grip.
Can the Play MMX be soaked to clean it?
No. Play says the shell can be washed with soap and water, but advises against submerging the ball because its plug is not glued. Follow that distinction when cleaning it.
