MEL Science Physics Kit Review

If you’ve ever wished science lessons felt more hands-on and less like a stack of worksheets, MEL Science kits might be exactly what you’re looking for. These subscription boxes are designed to help kids learn science through building, experimenting, and watching concepts come to life.

I recently tried three kits from their Physics line: the Vacuum Kit, Green Flashlight Kit, and Hydraulic Lift Kit, and each one offered a clear, kid-friendly way to explore big ideas. Whether you’re homeschooling or just looking for fun science activities at home, these kits make it easy to bring engaging, structured learning into your day.

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What is MEL Science?

MEL Science kits are build for kids starting 5 and up. Each subject has different recommended age range with Physics built for ages 8–14+ and focuses on helping kids understand real physical concepts through hands-on models and clear explanations. A subscription includes 2–3 new experiments each month, plus optional VR lessons and in-app digital guidance to support learning. STEM boxes are for 5 and up and Chemistry is for 10 and up.

These kits are designed to be kid-friendly but still deeply educational, making them a strong fit for families and homeschoolers. They come with everything you need so that you’re not scrambling to find some hard to find ingredient from the drug store.

MEL Science Vacuum Kit Review

The Vacuum Kit demonstrates how air pressure works by letting kids remove air from a sealed chamber. Experiments such as watching a marshmallow puff up make abstract concepts easy to grasp. The app explanations help reinforce what’s happening, allowing kids to understand not just the results but the science behind them.

This one came with 3 different experiments in the box. That was neat. My son made the one with the balloon. You create a vacuum and as your remove all of the air the balloon fills the entire chamber.

While there are video guides, my son was able to build all of the boxes without them. He prefers reading instructions to watching videos.

Take a look at how it turned out after my son put it all together.

MEL Science Green Flashlight Kit Review

This kit teaches how mechanical energy can be converted into electrical energy. Kids build a crank-powered flashlight that lights up without batteries. The direct feedback—turn the handle, get light—helps kids understand energy transfer in a simple but powerful way. The finished flashlight is sturdy enough for everyday use.

My daughter liked this one since she could draw something fun with the invisible ink pen and then light it up with the flashlight; she thought it was pretty neat.

MEL Science Hydraulic Lift Kit Review

The Hydraulic Lift Kit shows how fluid pressure can move objects using syringes, tubing, and a wooden lift structure. It introduces basic engineering concepts and gives kids the chance to explore mechanical force in action. After assembly, kids enjoy experimenting with lifting small items and adjusting how the system works.

This was the most fun to play with and both of my kids’ favorite one. we ended up with a plastic cheetah on ours to lift.

How Can Homeschoolers Use MEL Science Kits?

MEL Science kits work well as part of a homeschool curriculum because they combine hands-on building with clear app-based explanations. Homeschoolers can use these kits as full science units, skill-building activities, or part of year-long planning.

To get the most value in a homeschool setting:

• Plan a kit as a short unit or multi-day lesson
• Use the app for step-by-step guidance and explanations
• Let kids record results to build observation and writing skills
• Connect the physics concept to math or real-world examples
• Revisit or extend experiments using the reusable components

The structured instructions make it easy for parents to teach confidently, even without a background in science.

MEL Science Pricing (USD)

You can get your own MEL Science subscription and choose your own subject: physics, STEM or chemistry. Starting at US $39.99/month for monthly subscriptions. The longer your subscription the more you save per box, and so if you have an annual subscription, you’d pay $29.90/box.

Use the code: living50 to save 50% off your 1st month.

Families can choose a structured bundle or a flexible subscription based on their budget and learning plan. You can change subjects each month if you prefer too.

The Vacuum, Green Flashlight, and Hydraulic Lift kits give kids a strong introduction to pressure, energy generation, and mechanical force. They pair hands-on learning with clear explanations and flexible homeschool use, making them a helpful tool for families looking to bring fun science learning into the home.