LEGO Reviews City60439

Space Science Lab

Name: LEGO Space Science Lab 60439
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 60439
Rating: 4.72 (233 reviews)

83 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2024560 pcsHigh agreement · 87%

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Owner ratings

233

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

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LOVED (8)

01Attractive domed shape with trans-black panels
02Excellent minifigure selection including exclusive alien and wheelchair-using scientist
03Inclusive design with wheelchair-adapted speeder
04Seamless architectural compatibility with 60434 Space Base and Rocket Launchpad
05Reasonable price point (6.2p per piece)
06Easy interior access via fold-out structure
07Unique alien rock formation with plant life and embedded crystals
08Docking station with crane compatibility

CRITICIZED (8)

01Interior is remarkably sparse and bland with insufficient scientific equipment
02No method for opening door and keeping it open
03Lack of proper furnishing and detail underneath main entrance and side hatch
04Complete lack of scientific hardware (no robotic arms, limited workbenches)
05Back walls are bland with little texture around window
06Secondary hatch lacks exterior details unlike 60434 counterpart
07Speeder docking station should have ramp for wheelchair accessibility
08Limited floor space due to central pillar

What reviewers are saying

"This set offers a compelling 'modular' building experience in a set aimed at an impressively young audience."

Brick Architect

"60439 Space Science Lab is a later addition to the line-up, but no less worthy of the same praise and attention."

Brick Fanatics

"60439 Space Science Lab expands the fantastic selection of Space sets launched in January."

Brickset Reviews

Ecosystem

60434 Space Base and Rocket Launchpad — Comparable mid-to-large-sized base with modular connectivity and doorways

60446 Modular Galactic Spaceship — Comparable mid-to-large-sized base with modular connectivity

60433 Modular Space Station — Part of the same cross-set modularity system

60428 Space Construction Mech — Could serve as a repair station for this set

CityTier 1Investment Grade

By Reviewer · 3

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

Brick Architect

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BUY

"This set offers a compelling 'modular' building experience in a set aimed at an impressively young audience."

Key Pros

✓Exceptional value-per-piece ($0.062) and value-per-gram ($0.079), well below industry average
✓Innovative modular design with four interconnectable modules that enhance play flexibility
✓Four separate instruction booklets make the build manageable and allow stretching the experience over multiple days

Key Cons

✕A bit lacking in accessories compared to some other sets

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Brick Fanatics

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BUY

"60439 Space Science Lab is a later addition to the line-up, but no less worthy of the same praise and attention."

Key Pros

✓Intelligent design with no brick wasted
✓Fun and varied build despite symmetrical appearance
✓Excellent cross-set modularity with other LEGO City Space sets

Key Cons

✕Piece count limits content beyond basics

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Brickset Reviews

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WAIT FOR SALE

"60439 Space Science Lab expands the fantastic selection of Space sets launched in January."

Key Pros

✓Attractive domed shape with trans-black panels
✓Excellent minifigure selection including exclusive alien and wheelchair-using scientist
✓Inclusive design with wheelchair-adapted speeder

Key Cons

✕Interior is remarkably sparse and bland with insufficient scientific equipment
✕No method for opening door and keeping it open

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Value drivers

Brick Architect: The retro-futuristic astronaut with wheelchair and the Classic Space logo minifigures could drive secondary market value as unique inclusivity pieces.

Brickset Reviews: Exclusive alien astronaut (Dreamling body adaptation) and wheelchair-using scientist are key value drivers.

Exclusivity

Brick Architect: Wide retail (LEGO City standard; part of 2024 LEGO Space lineup that supports modular interconnection).

Brick Fanatics: Wide retail release

Resale

Brickset Reviews: Likely stable resale value given integration with larger Space theme and exclusive minifigures, though not a high-growth investment. Commentary suggests sets may hold value well as part of built-out complex.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (3)

Alien - White Spacesuit, Dark Azure Helmet, Trans-Clear Visor

Astronaut - Female, White Spacesuit with Dark Blue Arms, Dark Blue Helmet, Trans-Clear Visor, Dark Azure Jet Pack

Astronaut - Male, White Spacesuit with Bright Green Arms, Bright Green Helmet, Trans-Clear Visor, Sideburns

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Clear domed roof elements (four per set)
Notably generous inclusion of four translucent domed elements in a modestly-priced set; typically found in higher-priced sets.
1×6×4⅓ Angled Brick w/ Cutout, 4-Pin Holes (Part 49699)
Relatively uncommon part introduced in 2019, ranks 1673rd by rarity (2019-2023). Works with both Technic sets and studded System bricks, providing reliable modular interconnection for the 2024 LEGO Space lineup.
Frog part in 42Bright Reddish Violet/Magenta
Used as beautiful blossoms on the alien tree; distinctive color application.
Trans-black dome panels
New in trans-black colour; look superb though some have minor scratches.
6x6 rounded plates (airlock hatches)
Used excellently as airlock hatches with reddish orange octagonal frames; clips function as effective hinges.
Dark bluish grey wheelchairValue
Rare element; previously only appeared in 71799 NINJAGO City Markets.