Agree 100% that Sideshow should've had the hand on the visor.

This is some of the coolest cyclops items I'd ever seen... in love with these pieces and ima have to add em to my collection at some point

It's a win with either statue. They were both executed very well. There's something about that XM piece that draws me to it though. Great job with the side by side. Only thing missing was the light up feature 😂. Thanks again!

The two are amazing. The sideshow has the nice energy effects in the visor. The XM is wearing an awesome uniform with more details and his base is more nice.

I like how the XM has the pouches on the shoulder straps and I love the second base for the swap out torso but man it all comes down to the visor for me. I thought the gold was a little weird when I first saw it and then I saw the swap out visor for sideshow and maan I think that is SO dope. Very tuff call man

I agree. Mine's arriving this afternoon! ✌

Hey Gem love the in depth analysis of these pieces especially the little acknowledgment of an international purchase difference. My preference is the Sideshow piece with the Power display portrait but I like the Xm pieces pose (with the hand to visor) both great but Sideshow for me

That humor on the intro is lit, more of that bro! So hilarious 😅😅😅

It was clear from the start where your heart lay with this one. I agree with your decision.

Man I always appreciate your videos, thanks man

Big thumbs up on that one Gem!

The idea of the review and Gems honesty makes this a great video.

Great review man, it’s why I like your channel: honest review no matter what. I think you nailed it with the “blend” of the statues making the ideal piece. His arm up on the sideshow would be a clinch (light up feature would be cool too). I came into this thinking it was XM hands down, but seeing them side by side I might give the edge to SS because the screaming portrait, emerging beam, and YELLOW VISOR! Small details, but with pieces being so similar they add up.

Another great vid. I saw the unboxing for the SS Cyclops yesterday and couldn’t wait to see the comparison. The Ref Jersey was a great touch. As soon as I saw the thumbnail I literally laughed out loud; hilarious.

Hyped to get it tomorrow 🙌🏼

I went with Sideshow for the exact reasons in this video. But really can’t go wrong with either piece.

I just got my XM cyclops with both poses..... I freaking love it! That said the sideshow one looks pretty good also.

A man with good taste. I concur!

That intro was hilarious! The details...the base...the paint...the switch out...XM Studios takes it all the way. Well worth the extra couple hundred $.

oh the waitlist for the sideshow I like the visor exchanges

Love the channel, and this was a great review! I don't collect the statues, but like to watch your videos, and just wanted to say that I thought you gave a really nicely reasoned comparison/review of the statues, based on clearly articulated (and, I think -- but I'm not an authority! -- aesthetically astute) opinions of their features and qualities. I was impressed in particular by your comparison of the bases, which shows a sensitivity to some subtle and nuanced design ideas (expressing narrative/story through something like a static pedestal), which I really appreciate. Its fun to listen to/watch someone talk about something they are both interested in AND highly capable of verbalizing their thoughts on in a comprehensive but accessible way. It didn't hurt that I like the Sideshow better too!

Ref Mint! Thanks for this comparison video, for those Cyclops fans out there it's a win win having two great pieces to chose from.

I love the vs videos gem keep them coming.

I’d be happy with either

I would have chosen XM all day long before seeing them side by side in this video. You have done the community a service by showing this comparison!!

Spot on review couldn’t agree more. Love the honesty and your not swayed by the hype. This is why i love watching your reviews the most.

This was a great comparison video! Thanks. Sometimes less is more. I do like them both.

Nice review,,,honest and straight forward 👍. Your friend at the beginning was funny and the referee shirt was a nice touch.

Great review always been a big fan of the 90s Cyclops.

Love the Sideshow one, but I wish his pose was slightly different. It reminds me too much of the Wolverine PF. Awesome comparison video, this is one of your best yet.

That would be cool

I like the detail on the xm...its my favorite ...this is an awesome video man ! Need more comparisons like this bro this channel is huge for new collectors and veterans.

Wow! Sideshow for the win. I didn't expect that. Great video!

Dang both statues look awesome!

Well done! Great comparison and breakdown of each piece.

Thanks for the tough call, Ref! hahaha. that laser stream does make a lot of difference for me when swaying the vote. Great vid, Gem!

Great job Gem. Tough call.

I don't see this video as a " which is better". I see it as a great "what makes a statue great", this has shown what to look for when buying a collectible. My favorite video on this channel so far

I would rather have the Sideshow one myself. I love the portraits and the simple look of it. Great video again GEMINT.

This video is why I have KZfaq thanks man congrats on the pieces

Thanks for the honest input not gonna lie made me order the ss one now lol

Hell yeah so hyped for this video, have had the sideshow cyclops in my cart for four days and this is gonna he the deciding factor lol

⭐️ X-men was one of my first loves (born in 89)

I got the XM Studios version B of Cyclops and can’t wait for him to arrive next week!! I was thinking about getting the Sideshow version but pulled the trigger on the XM piece instead, but you can’t go wrong with either one. 🖖🏻👊🏻❤️

Comparing similar statues is a great idea. As we see more versions of the same characters I would love to see more like this. I say this one comes down to the price and the second torso vs the visors.

I like both.

Great job on the comparison Gem

The XM has the extra detail and higher finish but it really depends if you personally want to pay the extra for that minor ‘advantage’. Great comparison!!

Slideshow stance was perfect but the base is a bid dull.

The statue on your right looks more like a real person and the one on your left looks more comic style , both of them are amazing I hope someday get one of any of those.

Yeah I agree, the poses for the XM are a little off but I'm willing to look the other way with the extra details it has. Had to grab me an XM. Too each their own though. You can't go wrong with either. Great review!

Wow ! Nice!

I love both statues. But I agree that the side show is the winner. Awesome video and review

Both are awesome

I like both pieces but I find It quite ridiculous that two different manufacturers have basically made the same statue!

I had rated Sideshow slightly higher than XM before I watched this video. Great job explaining what you liked/didn't like and why.

Wow sr.gem you so bless 😇😇more blessing to come frome god Im your'e bigest fun from phillippines

Excellent comparison. Enjoyed it!

I have to agree with you for the vast majority of what you commented on. The ppl who don't agree are just in denial because of whichever one they chose.

Great reviews. I'd go with the sideshow one as well.

The beginning was hilarious 😂

Good choice. The more i see it on your channel, the more i want it! Sideshow should give you a cut!

Hahaha! Loved the start of the video. Hope to see more of him 'gatecrashing' in the future.

You need 2 auto-spinner lazy Susan’s to do more of these “Ref-Gem”! Or is that Footlocker Gem? Lol 💎 This just in...Sideshow Cyclops sold out due to Gem review! Jk it’s still there.

That intro was funny as hell

I like your opinions and comparison... you should do more videos like that !! Thx like always.. good job!!

lol that intro had me like wtf

Both good, both really good.

The mini me Gem was hilarious.

Funny opening, cool informative video, man your better then me I wouldn't know which one was better lol

Always taught the xm was better on pictures but now you changed my mind. Big xm fan boy but I think I will order the sideshow one.

Honest review

I can live with that Gem, just feel like Sideshow’s seems short. But it can make the collection

I like the XM. The torso change out is SIC!

Good ass comparison, i agree with everything you said. People better hop on the Sideshow version before it sell out though.

I like the XM pose with the hand on the visor more but like the sideshow esthetic more overall.

The pose of XM is perfect for me. I just dont like the dark blue patches in the costume, its a bit distracting. Thanks for this review. I will go with SS. The simpler the better to combine with other Xmen statues

Really cool video!

i don't know if it's just the cyclops I grew up with but I remembered he HAD to touch his visor to enable his vision blast as it allowed him to activate letting his beam go through the 'glass' but also the intensity of his beam. seeing the beam shooting out without him touching his visor seems off to me

That bit in the beginning cracked me up.

Cool video, everyone will have their favourite, all good and fair video

Awesome

XM piece still draws me in and is a win for me. The only change i would have like to see on XM is the X on his belt i like the one on SS better. Nice review on both pieces

Love these statue comparison videos Gem Mint! Keep them coming! Next up...Sideshow vs XM Gambit??? Or Thanos on Throne vs XM Thanos and Death???

Both look good

Loved this video!! XM has the better weathering, to me. And, I think the leaning to right, is what a normal person would do if standing on a uneven surface. But those side show head/visor variations, and flesh colors, are fire.

I think we can all agree that any statue which results in the X-men theme getting played in the review is a win. 😁

As per my comment on your Sideshow review, glad you ended goin with Sideshow.

hey! both are great

Damn I cant decide!

Definitely put the SS piece on my radar.

Sweet went with sideshow

I didn’t like the pose for SS but when you switched portraits to the lit up visor, I was like alright, this looks way better

This comparison made me change my mind. Sideshow is my choice for sure now

Love the referee shirt!! Lol. Great review Gem

Woo hoo let’s hear it for sideshow

both r cool, it’s a hard choice for which is better

Couldn't agree more.

Originally, I thought the XM Studios has the superior statue. After watching your comparison video, however, I was completely sold on the Sideshow version and ordered it today. As a Cyclops fan, I really wanted my first 1:4 to be great. Looking at them side by side, while the costume details on the XM are better, I the portrait and paints on the Sideshow pop more. Thanks for helping me make an informed decision!

The intro was funny bro haha!! I would keep the one with the snow environment