Nano Gauntlet

Name: LEGO Nano Gauntlet 76223
Brand: LEGO
SKU: 76223
Rating: 4.9 (4928 reviews)

79 · RECOMMENDEDINVESTMENT GRADE: A2022675 pcsHigh agreement · 96%

Expert reviews

3analyzed

Owner ratings

4.9K+

Consensus

BUY

BrickScore

Recommended

Owners

Synthesized Verdict

"The Nano Gauntlet is a confident Recommended set backed by one of the strongest owner signals in this batch: 4.9 out of 5 from nearly 5,000 buyers with 95% recommending it. Its BrickScore of 79.3 reflects excellent design aesthetics and display value, with only the price-per-piece giving some collectors pause."

The Nano Gauntlet (76223) is a display-forward Marvel collectible that earns near-universal owner praise, with 4.9 out of 5 across an exceptional 4,928 ratings and 95% would-recommend. Reviewers celebrate the poseable fingers, elegant design techniques, and its natural pairing with the Infinity Gauntlet set. The BrickScore of 79.3 and Recommended tier reflect strong performance in display value (87.6) and design aesthetics (85), while playability (57.9) and parts value (60.2) score lower. One recurring note is a minor discrepancy between the orange gem pieces in this set versus the original Infinity Gauntlet set.

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LOVED (6)

01Poseable fingers that allow a range of display poses
02Visually striking result that looks impressive next to the original Infinity Gauntlet set
03Interesting palm construction technique that differs from the Thanos version
04Enjoyable intermediate build that is not overly repetitive
05Strong design fidelity to the Iron Man Nano Gauntlet from the film
06Sturdy, high-quality finished product

CRITICIZED (4)

01Build can feel somewhat simple or quick for the price at $69.99
02Orange Infinity Stone gem pieces differ slightly between this set and the original Infinity Gauntlet, which some collectors find inconsistent
03Value-for-money aspect consensus scores 62.4, reflecting the price-per-piece of $0.104 as a point of mild resistance
04LEGO's own value-for-money signal scores 4.4 out of 5, slightly below the overall rating

What reviewers are saying

"76223 Nano Gauntlet definitely achieves the same quality as its predecessor, even improving upon 76191 Infinity Gauntlet in some regards!"

Brickset Reviews

"i believe the wedge plates are newish in silver so that's also cool to see"

Solid Brix Studios

"it's not just a recolor of The Infinity Gauntlet"

JANG's LEGO Reviews

Ecosystem

76191 Infinity Gauntlet — 76223 Nano Gauntlet definitely achieves the same quality as its predecessor, even improving upon 76191 Infinity Gauntlet in some regards! The shaping is exceptionally accurate. While this model contains fewer appealing elements than the golden Infinity Gauntlet, they look fantastic on display together with pleasing symmetry. The Nano Gauntlet is slightly narrower and has a smoother shape, reflecting proportions of the source material and diverging from the textured Infinity Gauntlet.

Infinity Gauntlet (Thanos's golden gauntlet) — the nano gauntlet will go really nicely next to the infinity gauntlet; both are gauntlet sets from the saga

The Infinity Gauntlet — The Nano Gauntlet is more refined with better color consistency, but most people would choose The Infinity Gauntlet for its recognizability. The Nano Gauntlet is not a recolor and has a different build experience. Both are worthwhile to have if you like both. The Infinity Gauntlet achieves a more convincing snap pose, but the Nano Gauntlet has better visual refinement and no conflicting gold tones.

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Consensus

BUY

Brickset Reviews

Editorial Source

BUY

"76223 Nano Gauntlet definitely achieves the same quality as its predecessor, even improving upon 76191 Infinity Gauntlet in some regards!"

Key Pros

✓Looks magnificent on display, matching the Infinity Gauntlet
✓Excellent detail and accuracy
✓Clever construction methods

Key Cons

✕Limited thumb articulation
✕Thumb cannot move inwards very far, making it difficult to recreate Tony's 'snap'

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BUY

"i believe the wedge plates are newish in silver so that's also cool to see"

Key Pros

✓good amount of silver LEGO pieces used throughout
✓awesome LEGO techniques being used for part usage
✓very good shape that looks like a human hand

Key Cons

✕no minifigures included
✕overpriced by $10-15

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BUY

"it's not just a recolor of The Infinity Gauntlet"

Key Pros

✓Smooth, varied build with interesting techniques
✓Excellent visual design and appearance from all angles
✓Drum-lacquered coated parts provide premium feel

Key Cons

✕Limited articulation range for fingers
✕Cannot form convincing fist or snap gesture

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Minifigures & Standout Parts

Standout parts (per reviewers)

metallic silver 2x4 wedge plates
new parts demanded by the colour scheme
pearl gold satchels
newly available colour; employed to outstanding effect here, accurately recreating details from the film
satchel straps secured beneath flanges on roller skate elements
unlike any building technique encountered in an official set before
1x2 bricks with bars to reverse the direction of studs
clever use found in both Infinity and Nano gauntlets
pearl gold 1x2 plates with bars
should ideally be dark red instead, although that colour has not been available for a couple of years
1x2 grille slopes
fill potential spaces on the lower section, lining up beautifully with metallic silver bands

What Owners Say · summarized from 45 written reviews (LEGO, Amazon, Walmart)

Owners love the display appeal and build experience of the Nano Gauntlet, especially paired with the Infinity Gauntlet, but missing pieces and the lack of a minifigure are consistent frustrations.

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