Beehive Starter Kit 10-Frame Bee Boxes and Frames Starter Kit Wax Coated Bee Hives and Supplies Starter Kit Including Beekeeping Tools Kit with Beekeeping Veil
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Tuesday, Jun 30
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Size: 10 Frames
Features
- Assembled Bee Hive Box - 1 Assembled Deep Brood Box (16-1/4 x 19-7/8 x 9-5/8) Coated with 100% Beeswax
- Frame With Foundation - Unassembled 10 Deep Brood Frames Made From high Quality Pine Wood and 10 Foundation Sheets Made From Black Food Grade Plastic Dipped in 100% Beeswax
- Complete Beehive - Includes Wax Coated Solid Bottom Board, Telescoping Top Cover, Inner Cover, Queen Excluder and Entrance Reducer
- Durable Material - With Heavy Wax Coated Cedarwood Beehive and Pinewood Honeycomb Foundation Frame, This Bee Hive is Stylish and Beautiful; Beeswaxed Food Grade Plastic Foundation Ensures the Health and Safety of Your Honey
- Bee Hives Starter Kit - 1*Bee Smoker,1*Frame Holder, 1 Pair Beekeeping Gloves,1*Cleaning Shovel 1*Uncapping Knife,1*Beekeeping Brush,1*J Hook,1*L Hook,1*Bee Feeder,1*Entrence Feeder,2*Hive Accessories,2*Smoker Pellet,1*Uncapping Tool,1*Uncapping Fork,1*Spur Wire Wheel Embedder,2 Types Queen Cage,1*Marking Tube,1*Multi-Function Tool,1*Bee Veil
Specs & Other Info
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 22 x 19 x 14 inches; Weight: 38 lbs |
| Availability Date | December 15, 2020 |
| Manufacturer | MayBee |
| Popularity in Patio, Lawn & Garden | #32,742 overall, #159 in Beekeeping Supplies |
| Customer Satisfaction | Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars from 211 reviews |
Frequently asked questions
The Beehive Starter Kit includes 10-frame bee boxes and frames, all wax coated for durability. It also comes with a comprehensive supply kit that includes essential beekeeping tools and a beekeeping veil for protection.
Yes, the starter kit is designed for both beginners and experienced beekeepers. It contains all the necessary tools and equipment to get started with beekeeping, making it an excellent choice for those new to the hobby or looking to expand their existing setup.
The wax coating on the bee boxes and frames serves several purposes. It helps to protect the wood from the elements, making the boxes more durable. Additionally, the wax coating can encourage bees to accept the frames more readily, helping with the establishment of the colony.
Yes, the beekeeping veil included in the starter kit is designed to be adjustable. This ensures a comfortable and secure fit for beekeepers of different head sizes, providing essential protection during beekeeping activities.
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Based on comprehensive customer feedback, this beekeeping kit excels in quality and completeness, offering almost everything needed to start beekeeping immediately. The build quality is praised for its finesse, including a well-coated, chemical-free construction that appeals not just to the beekeepers but also ensures a natural environment for the bees. Most reviewers found assembly to be simple and straightforward, with all necessary tools and components being of high standard, although there were minor critiques regarding the inclusiveness and clarity of instructions.
Pros
- 🐝 High-quality craftsmanship and material
- 🛠️ Easy to assemble with straightforward instructions
- 🌿 Chemical-free, beeswax-coated components for a natural bee environment
- 📦 Comprehensive kit includes almost everything needed to start
Cons
- 📑 Instructions could be more inclusive and clearer
- 🎩 Hat/veil size may be too small for some, and there were issues with packaging leading to damage
Should I Buy It?
If you’re venturing into beekeeping and looking for a high-quality, nearly all-inclusive kit, this is a solid purchase. The minor drawbacks, such as the detailedness of instructions and potential sizing issues with the hat, are far outweighed by the product's overall quality and completeness. It seems well-suited for both beginners and experienced beekeepers seeking to expand their setup.
Size: 8 Frames
This MayBee 8 frame langstroth starter hive kit is a well constructed option for a first hive because the main components arrive pre assembled and you'll have more than enough accessories to get you started. If you're wondering why 8 frames versus 10, the main reason is weight - especially when it's full of bees and honey, they can get pretty heavy! So this is the slightly lighter but still very standard version used by many beekeepers. I'm going to use it for housing a new nuc of bees to get a colony established. The main box (a standard size 8-frame deep hive box) comes fully assembled. Dovetail joints and wood screws are tight and the universal Langstroth sizing means it will work with other equipment as the apiary grows, including additional 8-frame supers once you start stacking them on top. The entire exterior is coated in a thick layer of natural beeswax which is a nice alternative to paint and provides a solid weather barrier that should last several seasons before needing a new coat. The deep brood box is paired with an inner cover, a telescoping cover with a sturdy metal top, a bottom board, and entrance reducer. i.e., the whole set from top to bottom. While the hive body is ready to go, the frames themselves do require assembly. Small nails are included but I also recommend a little wood glue on the joints. It's not too hard, just takes some time and patience. The frames are standard wood frames and come with plastic foundation that has a base coat of wax (and smells really nice!) in a comb pattern to encourage the bees to build out their comb efficiently. The accessory package is surprisingly comprehensive for a starter set. It comes with a standard smoker and plenty of fuel pellets along with a wide variety of hive tools for prying apart the propolis that bees use to seal the lid. Specialized gear like the uncapping knife is shaped at the perfect angle to reach the majority of honey caps for extraction. The frame hangers are a major convenience for keeping frames off the ground during hive inspections and maintaining proper bee space. The kit includes a queen excluder which is vital once you start adding supers on top, for keeping the queen in the bottom box and ensuring that future honey supers stay clear of brood. It also includes protective gloves and a veil which are helpful for a beginner or when dealing with a more defensive colony. It provides almost every specialized tool needed to manage a hive through the first year. I really like MayBee boxes and always recommend them to people in my local beekeeping association. Anyone who's seen them in person in my yard is also very impressed by the construction, and I personally love that I didn't have to put it together myself! Not only is this kit one of the best made hives I've used, it is also one of the best values for the money that I've ever seen, if you include all the accessories and don't have them already!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2026 by Dmitriy&Jessie G.
Size: 10 Frames
First time bee keepers and the bees are thriving! Thinking of buying a second to add on top. We did purchase a quilt box for the winter to ensure moisture is wicked out and to retain heat. It would be cool if that was included with this kit. Highly recommend for first timers!
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2026 by Mark Paul LeBlanc
Size: 8 Frames
I am new to bee keeping. I am interested in learning bee keeping as my hoppy. this product gives me a great start.
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2026 by Jason H
Size: 10 Frames
Nice kit, comes with about everything you need to get started beekeeping.
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2026 by Thorn
Size: 8 Frames
Solid quality full wood bee box. It comes with almost everything needed outside of the colony and a full bee keeper suit but if you’re looking to get into the hobby certainly this is the package for you.
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2026 by Toby
Size: 8 Frames
As the VP of my local bee club, I’ve seen a lot of hive kits ranging from “surprisingly solid” to “held together by optimism and staples.” This one genuinely impressed me. 🐝 The components were well organized, beginner-friendly, and sturdy enough that I felt confident setting up a healthy new colony without needing to immediately replace half the equipment. Assembly was straightforward, the frames fit properly, and everything arrived in good condition. I especially appreciate when a kit balances accessibility for newer beekeepers while still being functional enough that experienced keepers won’t outgrow it in five minutes. This setup did that well. My bees moved in like tiny opinionated homeowners conducting an HOA inspection and, thankfully, seemed satisfied. Great option whether you’re starting your first hive or expanding your apiary. #homestead&honey #HoneyBees #thecomfortcurator #PollinatorGarden #nervoussystemreset
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Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2026 by erin
Size: 10 Frames
This bee kit was like Christmas in July not only for me, for this kit is so complete, but for the swarm of bees that had a home within 45 minutes after the kit package arrived. All one has to do is assemble the starter comb frames, tack mail the each frame together with the provided and place them in the hive box accordingly, secure a location for the hive and introduce the bees to their new home. The attention to detail in the “Kit” is impeccable. The kit assembly was easy, however “FOR SAFETY PURPOSES YOU SHOULD HAVE THE ASSISTANCE OF A BEEKEEPER TO HELP YOU WITH HANDLING OF THE BEES UNTIL YOU ARE COMFORTABLE HANDLING THEM.” I had years of experience and was able to save a swarm.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2025 Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2025 by R. Jennings MacConnell Jr
Size: 10 Frames
Arrived on time and the quality for the price is great!
Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2026 by Harold Cyr Jr