Ferry

"A BrickScore of 63.0 and a Mixed Reviews tier are the honest verdict: the Ferry breaks new City ground with a unique subject, but expert opinion is split sharply between those who see a charming realistic model and those who find the execution too unfinished to recommend, and 508 owner ratings averaging 4.78 show that families are more forgiving than the critics."

The 2016 City Ferry earned a BrickScore of 63.0 reflecting a genuine split between expert critics, and the Mixed Reviews tier is accurate. Brickset called it a fantastic set and praised its realism, while Jang gave it a 40 and a skip recommendation, citing uninspired design choices and a poorly conceived included car. Owner ratings tell a different story: 508 ratings average a strong 4.78, and 87% of LEGO.com buyers would recommend it, suggesting families and City builders appreciate what dedicated critics found lacking.

Where they split: The expert split here is significant and required by the agreement rating of 'low.' Brickset gave it an 85 and called it fantastic; Jang gave it a 40 and recommended skipping it, specifically criticizing the uninspired car design and the lack of practical access for the captain figure. Owner ratings at 4.78 average land much closer to Brickset's positive take, creating a three-way divergence where the mass market agrees with the optimistic critic and the most critical expert stands apart.