LEGO Reviews Creator31142

Space Roller Coaster

Name: LEGO Space Roller Coaster 31142
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 31142
Rating: 4.89 (829 reviews)

84 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2023874 pcsHigh agreement · 99%

Expert reviews

3analyzed

Owner ratings

829

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"The Space Roller Coaster earns every point of its 84 BrickScore: 97% of surveyed owners would recommend it, play experience rates 4.82 out of 5, and the sticker-free functional roller coaster with space theming makes it one of the most satisfying Creator sets in the 3-in-1 lineup."

The Space Roller Coaster (31142) is a standout Creator 3-in-1 set that earns a BrickScore of 84 and Highly Recommended status, supported by 829 owner ratings averaging 4.89 out of 5. Reviewers and buyers overwhelmingly praise the functional roller coaster mechanism, the space theming with retro-futuristic details, and the triple build value offered by the 3-in-1 format. LEGO's own survey shows 97% of owners would recommend it and play experience scores an exceptional 4.82 out of 5, making this one of the most universally liked sets of its era across both critics and buyers.

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LOVED (10)

01Functional roller coaster with smoothly running cars on the track
02Space theming with rocket, comet, and light-brick meteor as atmospheric side builds
03Baby astronaut minifigure with its own small ride attraction
043-in-1 format: roller coaster, drop tower, and carousel in a single set
05No stickers, only printed elements throughout the set
06Multiple set-specific parts including roller coaster tracks and themed tiles
07Light brick incorporated into the comet side build
08Family and multi-builder experience: several reviewers built it with children or partners
09Well-paced build alternating engaging and simpler steps
10Connects to and complements other LEGO amusement park sets

CRITICIZED (3)

01At $109.99 for 874 pieces ($0.126 per piece), value-for-money scores only 69.8 in the aspect consensus, the lowest aspect for this set
02Some sections of the build are described as straightforward or repetitive relative to the more exciting mechanical stages
03Build time can stretch over multiple sessions for younger builders, which some families found manageable but others noted as a commitment

What reviewers are saying

"I loved this set a lot. I wasn't expecting much from the other 2 models but there was clear effort made to bring interesting other builds that didn't feel like smaller rollercoasters, something the other 3-in-1 rollercoa…"

Rebrickable Reviews

"If you are a space fan or a roller coaster fan, I can highly recommend this set."

The Brothers Brick

"One of this year's largest 3-in-1 sets, 31142 Space Roller Coaster, provides us with three excellent interstellar theme park rides to choose from."

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

31084-1 - Pirate Roller Coaster — The Space Roller Coaster is more successful in creating distinct alternative builds that don't feel like smaller roller coasters, whereas the Pirate set didn't manage this as well.

31095-1 - Fairground Carousel — Another 3-in-1 amusement park set that has been reviewed by Rebrickable

31119-1 - Ferris Wheel — Another 3-in-1 amusement park set that has been reviewed by Rebrickable

Previous roller coaster sets with bright green or red tracks — Dark blue tracks are a great alternative to the more brightly-colored tracks in previous theme parks and other sets

CreatorTier 1Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 3

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

Rebrickable Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

Key Pros

✓Three distinct and interesting alternative builds that don't feel like smaller roller coasters
✓C-Model freefall ride is unique for 3-in-1 history and considered the reviewer's favorite
✓Great drop mechanism with effective rubber cushioning

Key Cons

✕Glow-in-the-dark parts included but reviewer questions their necessity
✕Space capsule entrance and loading ramp are pretty basic

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The Brothers Brick

Expert Video Source

BUY

"If you are a space fan or a roller coaster fan, I can highly recommend this set."

Key Pros

✓Space theme stands out in roller coaster sets
✓Super-fun mini build with gear mechanism
✓Excellent minifigure details with alternate expressions

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Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"One of this year's largest 3-in-1 sets, 31142 Space Roller Coaster, provides us with three excellent interstellar theme park rides to choose from."

Key Pros

✓Three excellent space-themed fairground rides
✓Great selection of minifigures including Classic Space baby
✓Fantastic minifigure designs with detailed prints and alternative expressions

Key Cons

✕Alternative models could make use of more of the parts in the set
✕The train tends to overshoot the station when it comes to rest

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Value drivers

Rebrickable Reviews: Classic Space Baby minifigure with rare print (100662 head, 25128 body)

Brickset Reviews: Classic Space baby from 71037 CMF series is the standout minifigure but not exclusive to this set, limiting its value driver potential.

Exclusivity

Rebrickable Reviews: Standard retail Creator 3-in-1 set

Brickset Reviews: Wide retail (LEGO.com announced for 1 August 2023)

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (6)

Spacebaby

Space Scientist

Child

Astronaut

Child

Hoodie Dad

Standout parts (per reviewers)

80566 Vehicle Track, Roller Coaster, Curve Ramp 13 x 13 x 3
in new Dark Blue color
25061 Vehicle Track, Roller Coaster, Curve
in new Dark Blue color
26022 Vehicle Track, Roller Coaster Straight 8L
in new Dark Blue color
26560 Vehicle Track, Roller Coaster Ramp Large Upper Part, 6 Bricks Elevation
in new Dark Blue color
26559 Vehicle Track, Roller Coaster Ramp Large Lower Part, 6 Bricks Elevation
in new Dark Blue color
35646 Rock 1 1/3 x 1 1/3 x 1
in new Medium Nougat color

What Owners Say · summarized from 34 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners overwhelmingly love the Space Roller Coaster for its engaging build experience, playability, clever 3-in-1 versatility, and whimsical space theme with attention to detail, though occasional part shortages and the trade-off of building one configuration at a time are minor drawbacks.

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