Choosing miniature wargaming models usually comes down to a sharp trade-off: do you want a compact sci-fi squad that costs less, or a larger historical regiment built around a specific tabletop ruleset? The AUSPDICE AS938 and British Infantry set take very different routes despite sharing a 28mm scale. One emphasizes nine distinct unpainted sci-fi soldiers; the other supplies 30 British infantry models for Black Powder and the American War of Independence era.
Quick verdict
Choose the AUSPDICE Tabletop Unpainted Minis, 28mm 9pc Sci-Fi Soldier Squad, AS938 if you want a smaller group for sci-fi, post-apocalyptic, or role-playing encounters and prefer the lower USD 15.76 price. Choose British Infantry - 28mm Scale Plastic Miniatures for Black Powder if your priority is a 30-model historical infantry regiment for an American War of Independence setting. The listed prices differ by USD 22.23, so the choice is mainly about setting and model count rather than scale.
At a glance
| Product | Listed price | Scale and format | Setting | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUSPDICE Tabletop Unpainted Minis, 28mm 9pc Sci-Fi Soldier Squad, AS938 | USD 15.76 | 28mm, unpainted figures | Sci-fi soldier squad | 9pc |
| British Infantry - 28mm Scale Plastic Miniatures for Black Powder | USD 37.99 | 28mm plastic miniatures, unpainted and intended for assembly and painting | American War of Independence British infantry | 30 models |
Where each set wins
AUSPDICE wins for compact sci-fi forces
The AUSPDICE set is the clearer match for a sci-fi or post-apocalyptic tabletop game. Its nine soldiers are described with heavy tactical gear, environmental protection, and varied weaponry including long-range rifles and energy cannons. That gives the squad a distinct futuristic identity without committing to a 30-model regiment. At USD 15.76, it also keeps the initial purchase smaller in both price and figure count.
British Infantry wins for historical regiments
British Infantry is the more direct choice for Black Powder players or painters building around the American War of Independence. Its 30-model format is substantially larger than the AUSPDICE squad, and the figures are specifically described as British infantry for that era. Assembly and painting are part of the project, making this a better fit for shoppers who want a regiment-sized historical hobby set rather than individual sci-fi specialists.
Product notes
AUSPDICE Tabletop Unpainted Minis, 28mm 9pc Sci-Fi Soldier Squad
The AUSPDICE AS938 makes sense when your tabletop plans call for a focused sci-fi squad rather than a full historical formation. The description gives the nine unpainted figures a clear visual direction: heavy tactical gear, environmental protection, and weapons ranging from long-range rifles to experimental energy cannons. Those details support varied character concepts for sci-fi or post-apocalyptic games, while the unpainted finish leaves room for a unified army scheme or individualized specialists. Its concrete limitation is the 9pc format: shoppers seeking a larger infantry body will get fewer figures than the 30-model British Infantry set. It also belongs to a futuristic setting, so it is not the natural thematic choice for an American War of Independence force.
British Infantry - 28mm Scale Plastic Miniatures for Black Powder
British Infantry is the focused pick for a historical wargaming project centered on the American War of Independence. The set includes 30 British infantry models at 28mm scale, with plastic figures intended for assembly and painting. That combination gives a shopper a clearly defined regiment-sized project and a direct connection to Black Powder play. The unpainted format also leaves room for personal color choices and army customization. The limitation is equally concrete: this is a more specialized historical subject than the AUSPDICE sci-fi squad, so it will not suit a table built around futuristic or post-apocalyptic encounters. Assembly and painting are also part of the process rather than optional finishing details.
Final choice by use case
- For sci-fi or post-apocalyptic role-playing encounters: Pick the AUSPDICE AS938 for its nine-soldier squad, futuristic equipment, and USD 15.76 price.
- For Black Powder and American War of Independence gaming: Pick British Infantry for its 30 British infantry models and period-specific theme.
- For a smaller painting project: AUSPDICE is the more compact route because it is a 9pc set.
- For a larger regiment project: British Infantry is the direct match with 30 models, although its USD 37.99 price is USD 22.23 higher.
Both sets are unpainted 28mm miniatures, but they serve different tables. Let the setting decide first, then use the model count and price to settle the final choice.