Which softbox kit to buy

[Robclarke]

I have decided to ask for a softbox for Christmas. I need a lightstand, softbox and flash bracket for a canon 580 ex ii. I have done some research and would like to go for a Lastolite Ezybox as it seems easy to put up and folds up small. I can get the kit with everything here:

http://www.wexphotographic.com/buy-lastolite-ezybox-hotshoe-kit-60cm-x-60cm/p1024157

However it seems I can get all of the seperate components cheaper:

http://www.wexphotographic.com/buy-...=18299210289&gclid=ck2q0nwl_rmcfshhtaodrhma3a

http://www.wexphotographic.com/buy-lastolite-joe-mcnally-ezybox-hotshoe-54x54cm-white/p1524013

http://www.wexphotographic.com/buy-...with-plastic-collars-85cm-312cm-1158/p1030304

Am I missing anything? It is also beneficial to get it seperately as I can ask different people to get different components.

Assuming the seperates option is the way to go are these the best options in terms of ease of use and build quality?

 

[sunnyside_up]

You're missing the Extending handle (2400) http://www.wexphotographic.com/buy-lastolite-ezybox-hotshoe-extending-handle/p1023461.

When you purchase it as a kit, you also get a padded bag for your stand.

 

[norrisphysio]

I bought one of these from Amazon and was surprised at the quality considering the price. http://www.amazon.co.uk/NEEWER-Port...1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1354535917&sr=1-1 Bought a light stand and bracket for about £15 from Amazon as well and it all works perfectly.