Benny's Space Squad

Name: LEGO Benny's Space Squad 70841
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 70841
Rating: 4.95 (91 reviews)

89 · HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: AA201968 pcsHigh agreement · 99%

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Owner ratings

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Highly Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"With a BrickScore of 89 and a perfect 4.95 owner rating across 91 buyers, Benny's Space Squad is one of the most enthusiastically received small sets in recent memory, delivering four collectible classic-space minifigures including a never-before-made pink astronaut at a hard-to-beat price."

Benny's Space Squad earned nearly universal praise as one of the best-value small sets LEGO produced in 2019, driven almost entirely by four classic-space minifigures that triggered intense nostalgia among AFOLs and introduced the aesthetic to a new generation. Reviewers celebrated the pink astronaut Lenny as a genuinely new color variant never previously offered. Owner ratings back that up completely: 4.95 out of 5 across 91 ratings, with 100% of LEGO.com buyers saying they would recommend the set.

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LOVED (6)

01Four distinct classic-space minifigures (Benny, Kenny, Lenny, Jenny) each with unique color and printing
02First-ever pink classic-space astronaut (Lenny) treated as a landmark addition
03Printed blue 2x4 slope on the mini spaceship with the gold and red space emblem
04Excellent minifigure-per-dollar ratio at $9.99 for four figures plus two vehicles and a robot
05Strong nostalgia appeal for AFOLs who grew up with 1980s Classic Space sets
06No stickers in the set

CRITICIZED (3)

01The vehicle and robot builds are simple and not especially impressive on their own
02Most minifigures have only a classic smiley face with no dual-sided heads (only Benny has alternate expressions)
03Set sold out quickly at launch, making it hard to obtain initially

What reviewers are saying

"This magnificent subtheme has remained iconic across four decades, inspiring great excitement following the announcement of 70841 Benny's Space Squad!"

Brickset Reviews

"Just $10 in the US for a set with three small builds and four minifigures doesn't seem quite possible."

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Ecosystem

70816 Benny's Spaceship, Spaceship SPACESHIP! — 70841 robot model also appears in 70816; however, 70841's robot features updated color scheme (light bluish grey, blue, trans-yellow) more consistent with Classic Space vehicles rather than monochromatic design of originals.

6891 Gamma V Laser Craft — 70841 robot resembles this classic design, standing on 2x2 dish with camera piece center; maintains familiar silhouette while updating materials and colors.

886 Space Buggy — 70841 lunar buggy bears resemblance to this Classic Space vehicle but is more focused on capturing the essence rather than directly recreating it; includes seating for two and accessory clips.

885 Space Scooter — 70841 spacecraft is fairly rudimentary but works well; similar silhouette and features same laser cannons/sensors at front; includes printed Classic Space emblem and rocket booster.

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Consensus

BUY

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BUY

"This magnificent subtheme has remained iconic across four decades, inspiring great excitement following the announcement of 70841 Benny's Space Squad!"

Key Pros

✓Four excellent minifigures with great personality and double-sided heads
✓New pink Classic Space variant (Lenny) adds variety
✓Exceptional value at £8.99/$9.99

Key Cons

✕Robot arms may suffer from weak clutch (acknowledged from prior 70816 model)

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BUY

"Just $10 in the US for a set with three small builds and four minifigures doesn't seem quite possible."

Key Pros

✓Four minifigures at exceptional value ($10 when minifigs alone worth ~$12)
✓New pink astronaut (exclusive, highly collectible)
✓New, more durable classic-space helmet mold while retaining classic aesthetic

Key Cons

✕Robot cannot fit on rover without modification (requires 2x2 jumper piece swap or workaround)
✕Original air tanks from 1979 space buggy not included on rover (though reviewer understands the design reasoning)

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Value drivers

Brickset Reviews: Lenny (pink astronaut) is the key value driver due to being the first new color addition to Classic Space in years.

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Pink astronaut (Lenny) – brand new color for classic-space-styled minifigure, highly demanded.

Exclusivity

Brickset Reviews: Available through general retail (LEGO.com, Target, specialty toy shops) at time of review; not exclusive but in very high demand.

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Movie 2 tie-in (likely limited run); pink astronaut not available elsewhere; new helmet mold exclusive to this set initially.

Resale

Brickset Reviews: Strong aftermarket potential. The combination of low initial MSRP, high collector demand evidenced by sell-through rates, and the new pink minifigure variant suggest robust resale value. Reviewer notes empty stock at retail locations and mentions potential for multiple purchases.

JANG's LEGO Reviews: Strong potential for aftermarket growth, particularly driven by the exclusive pink astronaut and new helmet mold. Minifigure flipping likely.

Minifigures & Standout Parts

In this set (5)

Classic Space - Dark Pink with Air Tanks and Updated Helmet (Lenny)

$19

Classic Space - Yellow with Air Tanks and Updated Helmet (Second Reissue - Kenny)

$10

Benny - Smile / Scared

Classic Space - White with Air Tanks and Updated Helmet (Third Reissue - Jenny / The Explorer)

Classic Space Droid - Light Bluish Gray and Blue with Trans-Yellow Eye (Benny's Droid)

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Pink Classic Space helmet and uniformValue
First new color variant in Classic Space minifigures beyond original palette; represents expansion of the theme's color range
Improved yellow helmet design
Bulkier than original 1979 design, reducing chance of breakage while maintaining visual similarity
Trans-yellow 1x2 plate headlight
Used as charming, minimalist headlight design on lunar buggy
Classic Space emblems on torsosValue
Vintage emblem printing recreated on new minifigures; Benny's version appears worn as character-appropriate detail
New classic space helmet moldValue
Stronger and more durable than original 1980s helmets, with thicker material on the sides to prevent cracking. Retains classic straight-sided aesthetic and accepts visors for customization.
Modified 2x2 tile with only two studs on top
Used on the rover for seating; a relatively modern piece not found in original classic space sets.

What Owners Say · summarized from 54 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners overwhelmingly praise this set as an excellent nostalgic tribute to classic 1980s LEGO space sets, with strong minifigure appeal and exceptional value, though a few find the vehicle builds simplistic.

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