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Darth Maul

Name: LEGO Darth Maul 75537
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 75537
Rating: 4.79 (338 reviews)

70 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: BBB2018104 pcsHigh agreement · 85%

Expert reviews

3analyzed

Owner ratings

338

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"Darth Maul is among the most technically accomplished Buildable Figures LEGO produced, with a standout triple-molded head and a genuinely novel lightsaber action mechanism. Its BrickScore of 70.2 lands it in the Recommended tier, though enjoyment depends heavily on whether the buildable figure format appeals to you at all."

The Darth Maul Buildable Figure earned a BrickScore of 70.2 across three sources with moderate agreement, reflecting a set that impresses in specific areas, particularly the head sculpt and the dual-blade lightsaber action mechanism, while frustrating reviewers with articulation trade-offs and a price that pushed the upper edge of the sub-line. Owner response is strong, with 338 ratings averaging 4.79 out of 5, though the LEGO.com value-for-money signal sits at only 3.8, echoing expert criticism that $29.99 felt expensive for the format. The Brickset reviewer recommended buying, while MandRproductions recommended skipping, making this a clear case of reviewer divergence split along appreciation for the buildable figure format itself.

Where they split: The core split is between reviewers who appreciate the buildable figure format and those who do not. JANG (verdict 85) and Brickset Reviews (verdict 75) praised the engineering and recommended buying. MandRproductions (verdict 50) recommended skipping, citing the format mismatch with traditional LEGO Star Wars and the cloth skirt's awkward appearance. A self-declared bias against buildable figures was acknowledged by MandRproductions.

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LOVED (9)

01Triple-molded head with accurate Zabrak facial tattoos, tan horns, and yellow eyes
02Innovative dual-blade lightsaber swing mechanism powered by a rear gear, described as unlike anything done before in the line
03New upper-arm shell piece with intricate film-accurate texture
04New element between head and torso that fills the visual gap neatly
05Striking red and black color scheme
06Highly articulated with ball joints at ankles, knees, hips, shoulders, wrists, and neck
07Fabric leg component with realistic slits
08Articulation holds poses with adequate friction for display
09Flexible rubbery lightsaber blades safe for play

CRITICIZED (8)

01Prominent gear knob protruding from the back is visually disruptive
02Lack of elbow articulation (a consequence of the lightsaber action mechanism) limits dynamic posing
03Ankles and feet are weak and generic relative to the rest of the figure
04Head rotation is more limited than standard LEGO figure range
05Cloth skirt piece divides opinion, with some finding it awkward
06Misaligned pupil printing reported on some copies
07Price at $29.99 felt expensive relative to other Buildable Figures in the range
08No companion Qui-Gon or Obi-Wan figures were released to pair with

What reviewers are saying

"at first glance at least for a non-armored humanoid non-helmeted figure this one looks really good the proportions are pretty good"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

"He is one of, if not, my favorite Star Wars character after all. It's between him and Thrawn. It's a tough choice."

MandRproductions

Ecosystem

Darth Vader — Darth Vader is larger and towers over most figures, serving as a reference for size comparison

General Grievous — Grievous is comparable in size but has more bulk and different proportions

Boba Fett — Boba Fett is closer to normal size, suggesting Darth Maul is notably large but not as oversized as Vader

75109 Obi-Wan Kenobi — The two arch-nemeses are ideal for display together, though Obi-Wan is no longer available. Darth Maul does not seem out of proportion with Obi-Wan.

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By Reviewer · 3

Avg score

Consensus

BUY

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Expert Video Source

BUY

"at first glance at least for a non-armored humanoid non-helmeted figure this one looks really good the proportions are pretty good"

Key Pros

✓Realistic head proportions closer to actor Ray Park than previous figures
✓Triple-molded head eliminates paint muting and ensures perfect color saturation
✓Innovative dual-blade action mechanism that works smoothly from multiple poses

Key Cons

✕Ankles are weak and generic
✕Feet are a little bit generic

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Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"The price of £25.99 in the UK or $29.99 in the US feels a little expensive when compared with other figures from the range, though the quality of the head sculpt and play function may justify it for dedicated fans."

Key Pros

✓Exceptional head sculpt with accurate Zabrak tattoos, tan horns, and yellow eyes
✓New upper-arm shell piece with intricate texture reflecting film design
✓Excellently-implemented arm-swinging lightsaber function

Key Cons

✕Lack of elbow articulation (cannot bend elbows due to lightsaber function)
✕Neck motion somewhat restricted by new element between head and torso

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MandRproductions

Expert Video Source

SKIP

"He is one of, if not, my favorite Star Wars character after all. It's between him and Thrawn. It's a tough choice."

Key Pros

✓Darth Maul character is iconic and popular, enhancing the set's appeal
✓Strong head sculpt with piercing eyes and horns that improve upon typical buildable figure aesthetics
✓Red and black color scheme is visually striking

Key Cons

✕Cloth piece looks awkward and creates the appearance of only wearing a skirt; unclear whether it truly improves the design
✕Figure is too tall, contributing to strange proportions

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Exclusivity

Brickset Reviews: Part of the Star Wars Buildable Figures line

MandRproductions: LEGO Star Wars exclusive

Resale

MandRproductions: Strong aftermarket pricing due to character desirability and set retirement

Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

Triple-molded head
The head uses three different colors of plastic (red, black, tan) rather than relying on prints, giving full exact color saturation without muted paint applications
Specialized collar piece
A new piece specifically designed and molded to fit over the torso piece, helping to fill the space between head and body and making the figure look more realistic rather than having a floating head
Technic joints and articulation system
Uses Technic pieces and joints instead of ball joints at the elbow, with forearm rotation side-to-side enabling a smooth dual-blade action feature that works from multiple poses
New shell over upper arm
Covers the puffy sleeves visible in the film with intricate texture; slot at top of shoulder allows free ball-joint movement
New element between head and torso
Fills the gap present on past Buildable Figures, though restricts neck motion somewhat
Black Technic bushes
Eight bushes included; introduced in 75534 Darth Vader a few months prior