Similarities:
1.Genre: Both are survival shows, focusing on forming boy groups.

2.Focus on Vocals: While Boys Planet had a broader focus on various aspects of idol performance, both shows emphasize vocal ability as a key factor. Build Up focuses solely on vocalists, while Boys Planet had vocal, rap, and dance tracks with dedicated contestants for each.

3. Both are hosted by Mnet

4.Contestants: Build Up features established idols and trainees, while Boys Planet had primarily unknown trainees.