1 / 7Ashfly inskam387 Kids Handheld Microscope, 1000×
Kids: The Ashfly inskam387 is a handheld digital microscope for children, with a listing-claimed maximum 1000× magnification and a separate 10× magnifying-glass mode. Its compact screen-based design is aimed at looking closely at small everyday objects, rather than describing a conventional eyepiece microscope.
At a glance
- The listing describes two ways to explore: a handheld microscope and a 10× magnifying glass.
- An LCD screen and LED illumination are listed for viewing objects.
- Suggested subjects include insects, leaves, coins, fabrics, rocks and everyday items.
Reference price: £28.49
Price checked: 14 Nov 2026
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Pros
- Two claimed magnification options offer different ways to inspect objects.
- A built-in screen is presented as an alternative to viewing through an eyepiece.
- LED illumination is listed as the light source.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Brand | Ashfly |
|---|---|
| Model | inskam387 |
| Screen technology listed | LCD |
|---|---|
| Maximum magnification listed | 1000 x |
| Magnifying-glass magnification claimed | 10X |
| Light source | LED |
|---|---|
| Real angle of view | 30 Degrees |
| Material listed | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Colour | Orange |
What to know before buying
- The 1000× figure is a listing claim and is labelled digital magnification in the specifications. The listing does not provide further measurement details, so buyers should not treat it as independently verified optical magnification.
What’s in the box
Included- Type C charging cable
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Children and families looking for a screen-based introduction to observing small everyday objects.
- Buyers who want a handheld microscope with a separate magnifying-glass option.
Less suited to
- Anyone needing independently verified magnification performance or detailed image-resolution specifications.
- Buyers seeking a conventional microscope with an eyepiece, as the listing instead describes an LCD-screen digital microscope.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
75% 75% - 4 stars
14% 14% - 3 stars
6% 6% - 2 stars
0% 0% - 1 star
5% 5%
Aggregate ratings lean positive, with most recorded ratings in the five-star category, alongside a smaller spread of lower ratings. Without written feedback, the figures do not explain what buyers liked or disliked. They cannot confirm the claimed magnification or image quality, so buyers focused on those details should treat the specifications as listing claims.
Frequently asked questions
What magnification does the Ashfly inskam387 claim?
The listing states 1000 x maximum digital magnification and separately describes a 10X magnifying glass. The 1000 x figure is a listing claim, not an independently verified measurement.
Does it have a screen?
Yes. The listing describes a 2-inch LCD screen, but does not supply a resolution specification.
What is listed in the package?
The manufacturer contents field lists a Type C Charging Cable. The listing does not provide a fuller package inventory here.
