LEGO set reviews – Blocks – the monthly LEGO magazine for fans

LEGO Pokémon 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection – the Blocks review

Anthony — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000

The LEGO Pokémon set 40892 Kanto Region Badge Collection, available for free with the purchase of 72153 Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise, features eight brick-built badges from the original games. While the construction has some repetitive elements and challenges with stickers, the overall display is appealing, aimed at long-term fans eager to build their collection.

LEGO Pokémon 40911 Mini Pokémon Center – the Blocks review

Anthony — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 05:55:00 +0000

The LEGO Pokémon collection includes three primary sets, complemented by the exclusive 40911 Mini Pokémon Center available for 2,500 Insiders points from February 27. Featuring a detailed design reminiscent of Pokémon Centres, it comprises 233 pieces. This compact model showcases significant features creatively, despite its reliance on stickers for some details.

Why Blocks magazine reviews are the trusted voice for LEGO fans

Tom Saunders — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 20:00:00 +0000

Blocks magazine is an independent LEGO review source, trusted by fans for over a decade. It features honest insights from experienced LEGO builders, assessing set design, build experience, and value. Its detailed reviews guide fans in making informed purchasing decisions for high-end LEGO sets, giving collectors and enthusiasts useful advice.

LEGO Star Wars 40771 TIE Fighter with Imperial Hangar Rack – the Blocks review

Graham — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0000

LEGO Star Wars 40771 TIE Fighter with Imperial Hangar Rack is a free gift that comes with the purchase of the 75419 Death Star upon its release on October 1. While it adds charm with its two minifigures and playful design, it lacks scale coherence with the Imperial Shuttle in the Death Star set, making it non-essential for collectors.

LEGO 40683 Flower Trellis Display – the Blocks review

Graham — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:00:00 +0000

There’s a new free LEGO set coming to the official LEGO online shop for spring – 40683 Flower Trellis Display. Who needs a greenhouse anymore? You can have LEGO flowers all over your house and avoid all of the maintenance……

LEGO Creator 31157 Exotic Peacock – the Blocks review

Kat — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 09:13:00 +0000

Do you need LEGO Creator 3-in-1 31157 Exotic Peacock at the centre of your collection, showing off its colourful plumage? Find out in the Blocks review! With its striking blue and green plumage there is no mistaking the bright feathers……

LEGO Creator 40602 Winter Market – the Blocks review

Kat — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +0000

Need somewhere to grab a last minute Christmas present? Then check out 40602 Winter Market Stall from LEGO Creator. Winter markets are a staple across so many countries, whether in cities or towns, offering warming drinks, homemade crafts, and personalised……

LEGO Ideas 40595 Tribute to Galileo Galilei – the Blocks review

Graham — Sat, 28 Oct 2023 14:30:00 +0000

There’s a new free LEGO set coming to LEGO.com – LEGO Ideas 40595 Tribute to Galileo Galilei is inspired by a fan design and pays tribute to one the most important scientific minds of all time. Starting on November 1,……

LEGO 40600 Disney 100 Years Celebration – the Blocks Review

Graham — Sat, 01 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +0000

The latest free LEGO set from the official online store puts Mickey Mouse at the centre of 40600 Disney 100 Years Celebration. Some of the gift with purchase sets at LEGO.com are difficult to justify ; to be clear, this……

LEGO 40581 BIONICLE Tahu and Takua – the Blocks review

Graham — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 13:59:00 +0000

There's a new LEGO BIONICLE set, years since the last time the theme appeared in the portfolio. 40581 BIONICLE Tahu and Takua is coming this month as a LEGO.com freebie. LEGO BIONICLE is back – seven years after the original……