This is one of the most impressive Lego sets I've built, and it's never been cheaper
Nov. 12, 2024(Lego) Autobots, roll out
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An (Optimus) prime deal on one of my favorite Lego sets just rolled out, bringing the kit down to a record low price.
OK, I’m sorry. But dad jokes aside, it’s worth drawing attention to this cracking discount on Lego Optimus Prime nonetheless - you can now get it for$143.95 at Amazoninstead of $179.99 (and if you’re in the UK, it’s£94.99 at Veryrather than £160). So far as I can tell from price-matching software, it’s never been cheaper in the US. Seeing as it actually transforms, that’s one of the more eye-catching deals on Lego sets this week.
And there have been a few already.Black Friday Lego dealsare still a couple of weeks away, but all-time low prices are being flung around even so. This just goes to show that retailers are kicking off sales season off earlier than ever, so it pays to keep an eye out.
Lego Optimus Prime |$179.99$143.95 at AmazonSave $36 -It may not seem like a massive reduction compared to the MSRP, but that’s actually the kit’s lowest price if price comparison site CamelCamelCamel is to be believed. The average cost is $167ish as well, so that’s well below the norm.Buy it if:✅ You want a conversation starter✅ You love old-school TransformersDon’t buy it if:❌ Fiddly models annoy you❌ You’re buying for kidsPrice check💲 Walmart | $189.99💲 Lego | $179.99⭐ UK price:£159.99£94.99 at Very
Should you buy Lego Optimus Prime?
That’s still a lot of money to part with in spite of the discount, so is this kit worthwhile? Although there are a few drawbacks (which mostly come up if you try and use it as a toy, something it’s not designed for), I’d say ‘yes.’ Actually, I’d say it’s one of thebest Lego sets.
As I mentioned in myLego Optimus Prime review, it’s an impressive sight at 13-odd inches tall. Plus, itactuallytransforms. This a very neat party trick. Sure, it’s not the most elegant of processes. It’s not instantaneous, either - you’ll have to twist, fold, and rearrange the model to turn it into a truck. But the fact you can do this at all without having to rebuild the set (a la the Creator 3-in-1 series) speaks to clever engineering under the surface.
Indeed, my only quibble with the kit is fragility. The connections at the waist are particularly prone to coming apart, for example. Considering how it’s meant to be transformed (a very hands-on process) rather than stuck in amber on a pedestal, that’s a drawback. Still, so long as you’re careful, you shouldn’t have too many issues.
It sparks enough nostalgia to be forgiven most sins, too. This version of the Autobot is based on the original cartoons, so it’s wonderfully blocky. Its instructions are crammed with cool references as well, which is something I wish more kits did.
Looking for more reductions? Check out the latestLego dealsin our roundup. As for a change of pace be sure to see our guide toBlack Friday gaming deals.
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