LEGO Reviews Friends41393

Baking Competition

Name: LEGO Baking Competition 41393
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 41393
Rating: 4.8 (5171 reviews)

73 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: BBB2020361 pcsHigh agreement · 99%

Expert reviews

2analyzed

Owner ratings

5.2K+

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"Baking Competition earns its Recommended rating at 73.4 by delivering a genuinely novel Friends concept with standout new parts and exceptional play value, backed by 5,171 owners averaging 4.8 out of 5."

Baking Competition scores 73.4 and earns a Recommended verdict from two expert reviewers who both found genuine value in its novel TV baking show concept, high playability, and innovative parts. Rebrickable highlighted off-the-charts play engagement from multiple children, while Brickset praised the spinning recipe wheel mechanic and the debut of new frosting parts. Owner sentiment is exceptionally strong: 5,171 buyers across Amazon and Walmart average 4.8 out of 5, with LEGO.com respondents rating value at 4.8 and play experience at a perfect 5.

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LOVED (7)

01Spinning recipe wheel mechanic that randomizes ingredients and drives competitive play scenarios
02Debut of new frosting cake-topper parts in reddish brown and aqua (the 4x4 variant exclusive to this set)
03Three distinct minidolls with unique outfit printing: Stephanie in competition apron, David in matching apron, and Lillie in a gold-accented chef jacket
04Novel TV baking competition concept not previously seen in the Friends line
05Multiple role-play scenarios built into the design (competing, judging, filming)
06New storybook-style instruction manual format with character appearances and progress bars
07Good accessory count including blenders, chopping boards, cake turntables, utensils, trophy, and fire extinguisher

CRITICIZED (6)

01Predominantly white color scheme makes the set appear drab according to Rebrickable
02Extensive 18-sticker sheet rather than printed parts for key details
03Set structure is not particularly substantial for the 361-piece and $39.99 price point
04Camera operator minidoll not included; must be sourced separately
05Studio lighting placement feels unrealistic for an actual TV set
06Small pieces may challenge very young children

What reviewers are saying

"Lots of pro's with this set. I liked that this set is offering us something different. New concepts in LEGO are always welcome."

Rebrickable Reviews

"In 41393 Baking Competition, Stephanie is once again demonstrating her excellent culinary skills, but this time on TV!"

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

41379-1 Restaurant — Prefers Friends City builds like this awesome Restaurant to actual LEGO City theme sets

41391-1 Heartlake City Hair Salon — Winter 2020 mostly revolved around more generic city buildings like this, whereas Baking Competition is more unique

41395-1 Friendship Bus — Winter 2020 featured recreational activities like this, whereas Baking Competition offers something different

41130-1 Amusement Park Roller Coaster — Amusement park sets are reviewer's favorite sub-genre within Friends theme

FriendsTier 2Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 2

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

Rebrickable Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"Lots of pro's with this set. I liked that this set is offering us something different. New concepts in LEGO are always welcome."

Key Pros

✓Offering something different - new concepts in LEGO are always welcome
✓Playability is off the charts - both son and daughter love the set
✓Great accessories and mini-builds elevated by stickers

Key Cons

✕Color scheme is all white making the set seem too drab
✕White-heavy Friends sets are always reviewer's least favorite

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Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"In 41393 Baking Competition, Stephanie is once again demonstrating her excellent culinary skills, but this time on TV!"

Key Pros

✓Strong play value with multiple role-play scenarios
✓Three quality minidolls with unique outfits and printing details
✓Innovative spinning recipe wheel mechanic

Key Cons

✕Extensive sticker sheet (18 stickers) rather than printed parts
✕Set structure not particularly substantial despite moderate piece count

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Value drivers

Brickset Reviews: David (returning male minidoll with unique apron printing) and Lillie (unique double-breasted chef's jacket with gold highlights, gold shoes)

Exclusivity

Brickset Reviews: Limited part exclusivity for the 4x4 frosting (unique to this set); Aqua 2x2 frosting also in 41401. Unique minidoll outfits for all three characters.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (6)

Friends Lillie - White Jacket, Dark Pink Pants, White Chef Toque with Hair

Lillie

David

Friends David - Lime Shirt, White Apron with Lime Apple, Dark Blue Shoes

Stephanie

Friends Stephanie - Yellow Shirt, White Apron with Yellow Banana, Dark Blue Shoes

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Two new parts in two colors
Pretty specific so will be interesting to see if LEGO or MOC designers figure out other uses for them
White wheel (larger part)
Appearing in two 2020 sets; lost rare status; valuable for MOCs as a challenging, larger part that may start appearing more frequently
Design Plate 4X4, W/1.5 Hole (Frosting for Cake in Reddish Brown)
New part unique to this set, accurately replicates cake icing on round bricks
Design Plate 2x2, W/1.5 Hole (Frosting for Cake in Reddish Brown)
Available in limited form, accurately replicates cake icing on round bricks
Sticker sheet (18 stickers)
Extensive stickers for decorating set elements
Stephanie and David apron printsValue
Unique to this set, featuring yellow banana/badge on Stephanie's apron and green apple/badge on David's apron

What Owners Say · summarized from 15 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners universally praise this set for its engaging baking competition theme, intuitive instructions kids can follow independently, generous piece count with quality food and accessory details, and strong appeal to young builders aged 3-10.

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