There are a lot of kits for The Sims 4 – more than 30, in fact. So it's understandable if you're a little overwhelmed by all the choice.
In terms of content, kits are far smaller in scope than regular packs and won't significantly impact how the game plays. If you want the best value, we suggest looking at the best Sims 4 expansion packs instead.
But kits aren't meant to be directly compared to your average pack. The developer likes to view them as ways to customise your game experience, with each kit focusing on a particular niche. (Perhaps a hint for how content for The Sims 5 will be rolled out?)
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That means they are significantly cheaper. Each one costs £4.99 in the UK and $4.99 in the US, though they also don't tend to see heavy discounts in Sims 4 sales like expansions do.
We've tried all the kits and so, below, we present our favourites.
Bear in mind that you're only supposed to buy kits that thematically appeal to you – after all, everyone has different tastes. If you're desperate for more types of plants in your game, then it's perfectly fine to give that respective kit greater consideration, for example.
We also highly recommend looking up the contents of a kit yourself (via EA's website or elsewhere) before making the purchase, to minimise the chances of disappointment.
The list is split into two categories: Build/Buy and CAS. The last update was made on August 23, 2024.
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Best Sims 4 Build Kits
Build/buy kits consist of items that can be used for your builds, and these can range from furniture to windows and doors.
Each Build/buy kit tends to focus on either a specific theme (such as a New York-inspired loft) or items for a specific room (such as a basement or greenhouse).
Our Favourites
Book Nook Kit is a standout, providing Simmers with further options to create their dream reading space. The furniture items here, which include customisable and stackable bookshelves, are not only really solid but also quite versatile and can work for a living room or study. It's probably our most-used kit for builds.
Pastel Pop Kit is certainly up there in terms of charm, offering a range of adorable and quirky furniture that comes in eye-catching pastel colours.
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Modern Luxe Kit is well done if you're looking for bedroom items that have a luxurious feel to them.
Cozy Bistro Kit is great for builders wanting more options when building their ideal café or bar.
Blooming Rooms Kit is certainly worth considering for Simmers who are always looking for more plants and greenery options.
Little Campers Kit deserves a shout-out, providing some welcome outdoor-themed items for child Sims to take advantage of. More options for younger Sims is nearly always a good thing, particularly for family gameplay.
Everyday Clutter Kit provides a selection of themed clutter items for the most passionate of builders, to make your households feel more lived-in.
There's also a separate Bathroom Clutter Kit, which is more focused on — as the name implies — bathroom clutter, but out of the two, the more versatile and polished Everyday Clutter Kit has the edge.
Best Sims 4 CAS Kits
CAS kits come with a range of items that can be equipped on your Sims via Create-a-Sim mode. These will typically feature a decent amount of clothing, but may also include accessories and nails.
Each CAS kit focuses on a particular fashion style (such as '90s-themed athletic wear) or type of clothing (such as for the bedroom).
Our Favourites
Incheon Arrivals Kit is a real highlight. Inspired by Seoul airport fashion, the clothing pieces in this kit and their accompanying swatches look stylish and great, while filling a niche that was previously not covered in the game.
Grunge Revival Kit brings a welcome range of everyday clothing items and accessories in a grunge-inspired style that was also previously a little lacking in the game. Baggy hoodies, faded jeans and chipped nail polish are some of the items that can be found.
Goth Galore Kit is inspired by contemporary goth fashion so, unsurprisingly, you can expect to see belts and buckles as well as mesh, leather, and platform shoes. The selection of black clothing is nice and versatile, and we had fun incorporating these items in our Sims' looks for a variety of different occasions.
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Carnaval Streetwear Kit, designed in collaboration with drag queen Pabllo Vittar, is inspired by Brazil's Carnaval, with bold, fun, and expressive clothing items that are wonderful for parties and events.
First Fits Kit adds much-welcome new clothing options for child Sims. While the variety is fairly limited, the items here are cute and look comfortable.
Urban Homage Kit features fashion that's inspired by trends from the '90s and Noughties. The clothing items are fun, bold, and worth checking out.
Moonlight Chic Kit offers more options for nights out. They look pretty good, and we can see a lot of usage.
Fashion Street Kit is inspired by Mumbai's fashion scene, and comes with nose rings and henna tattoos as well as a really striking wrap skirt. More diversity is always welcome.
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