LEGO 21335: Motorized Lighthouse - HANDS-ON REVIEW

[@AHYL88]

The price of this is always going to be the constant sticking point and rightly so. There's a lot of other much larger more voluminous sets to get at a similar price to this. At one point, this cost virtually the same as the Ninjago City Gardens set, which has nearly three times the number of pieces and is a lot bigger overall, even ignoring extra thin extension parts. The Haunted House is similar in volume but it is still larger and it was less costly, despite having a lot more pieces. Yes neither set I mentioned have electrical components but there's more meat to them.

[@searme]

As I mentioned, the electrical components cost $60 total when bought directly from LEGO, probably much less to LEGO internally, so they don't quite explain the price, especially since these are basic, off-the-shelf standard items: the cheapest hub there is, the cheapest motor there is and a $10 LED.

[@AHYL88]

@Sariel's Bricks & Pets oh totally, I agree, this set is massively overpriced, even with the motors taken into account like you said. Which is a shame cos it does look great. It's just that we've had better valued and larger sets in the past, like those I brought up, and even some which were also a lot less costly like Pirates of Barracuda Bay.

[@Jayneflakes]

Thank you for a really gentle and relaxing video, that was just what I needed today. Good points well made as always, as pretty as that set is though, I could never justify that amount of money for it.

[@searme]

You are so welcome!

[@Saruzeufel]

That assembly with the motor on rubber connectors is really interesting and a clever solution for such a big hollow set. I actually went back during the speed build several times to check if I saw it right. Glad you pointed it out at the end of the review. Also "dumb hub" made me laugh, great review!

[@RedDriver180]

It's just a work of art.

[@winstonlee1814]

"Dumb hub"...I would have to agree. Overkill when a simple battery box would suffice and also cut down on costs. Great review, as usual, and your honest candor is appreciated. Great looking set but a bit cost prohibitive in the near future.

[@nkende]

I mean, it kind of is just a simple barrery box. And yet it still costs more than the old PF Batterybox + Motor + Switch + Light box.

[@somitomi]

16:20 I don't see why Fresnel lenses wouldn't work with a directional light source as long as it's pointlike (which most LEDs are). Based on the light cast on the backdrop, it does seem to actually produce a relatively collimated beam of light just like the real thing, so I wonder what this comparison would look like from a greater distance.

[@pauljones3017]

A test in artificial fog would be interesting too.

[@gerritvdg9689]

Thanks for this wonderful review, it really reflects that you like this set and your review is a piece of art! I’m really interested in this set, I’ll try to get a good deal or a second hand next year, keep if for some time and sell it again… to much money for the bookshelf

[@georgesalamasov7924]

Excellent review

[@Pz349]

I like lighthouse in childhood and I want this set. But I am disappointed with the soaring price of Lego. I saw two people bought this lighthouse in Christmas but I only got a 40573🎄. It was astonishing to see someone has 21335 as a gift.

[@Crzypengu]

Maybe it's just me, but the camera view at 1:08-1:12 is probably one of the best backdrops you can have in a stream when you are currently out of the room. It's so peaceful and amazing to see the Lighthouse work the way it does. Besides that point, I really like how Lego designed this Lighthouse, though the pricetag is more than it should be as I expected around $250 at most for this set. Maybe I'll pick it up in the future since I missed out on the Old Fishing Store which was one of Lego Ideas best sets in my opinion. Great video analysis, I look forward to seeing more reviews from you again in the future.

[@searme]

Thanks!

[@acecascade2991]

Looking at the instructions closer, they did actually mark where the new pieces go, but they highlight them in lime-green which is barely visible at all. I could barely see it. Other than that, I loved this set.

[@WizardOfOss]

Pretty much spot-on: very nice set with a few flaws that might have been forgivable at a reasonable price. But €300 is just ridiculous. I do quite want this set, but for now I keep hoping for some big (Camp Nou sized) discounts....

[@real.ilya_remov]

Awesome review, maybe better than usual :D The attention to detail was sublime, and the ways you pointed out various things we wouldn't see otherwise were great. I disagree with the Playability rating, there's at least two stars there. Especially if someone has extra minifigs, there's some things to be done, more than in the average City set, definitely, I feel. A few typos here and there, wonder if you could have someone look over your script once it's done. I'm going to upgrade my GPU in November. I have a GTX 1080 Ti right now, and if you're still on your old GPU, it'll be a massive upgrade. I can give it to you for free, you'll just need to pay shipping. You can do that when it arrives. I'm sure you've seen me here before, I'm seriously not here to scam you - I don't know of a better use for my graphics card, though.

[@searme]

Of course I'm familiar with you and I will happily take you up on this very generous offer (still running GTX 770 here and my PC is so ancient that it can't keep track of time because the motherboard needs a new battery). Can you email me at the address shown on my channel/about page and we'll take it from there?

[@eclipsemantis]

Wow, good people do exist on the internet!

[@real.ilya_remov]

@@eclipsemantis Sariel declined the offer)

[@douwejan]

here is my two bits: so I think Lego marketed this as a mantle piece for the adult high end market, Its very refined, ( and of course lighthouse nuts like me) emotional detailing ,very well chosen color pallet,, it has nostalgic nautilus vibe, a bit sad but still in a joyfull way, I love it. . I believe later on there will be a second cheaper light house around the 200 with a bit less detail and a bit more cheery. that is more aimed for the mass market. this set is interesting for collectors, general price might get up for its rarity. we will see. I think lego really tried to sell a mood this time. well.. I like to get some more of those blue plates Will add a shipwreck somewhere with some rocks and crabs sea weed.

[@nickmgls6523]

Kind of a weird question but is there any sheet music for the piano piece in the beginning?

[@thatbombninja]

Sheriff seems happy with that hut .

[@ws9839]

Never thought that the Lion Castle is relatively more expensive than the lighthouse. The castle seems very expensive, but it is actually better to buy the castle than the lighthouse. Interesting.

[@slugbiker]

thank you for the thorough, spot-on review. you highlighted my biggest complaints: why no highlighting of new pieces in each step? ... how hard do you need to make this, lego?!, and why make it so hard to replace the batteries? (also how about mentioning somewhere that 6AA batteries are required.. if not including them in a $300 set?!). i do like the set, and just accepted i was being overcharged for it ($225 or $250 would have been more reasonable - high, but acceptable).

[@searme]

Thanks, the battery requirement is mentioned on the box and they never include AA batteries.

[@slugbiker]

@@searme i guess I didn't see it... just glad I had 6 AAs on hand. thanks.

[@ZeratKJ]

I did not expect this set to be selected .. it looks great :) Hmm Lego seems to dislike the idea of addling power cabled to the sets to smply plug it in as a lamp :( No lonley old hamster lighthouse keeper ?

[@searme]

The hamster is there, at the end.

[@LoGoMeMe]

The tower is super nice to save money to buy it

[@TheActs2021]

Great review, even better music !!! 🙂

[@Bear1313]

I have the set and even though I'm not disappointed with it on my shelf, I agree on your two downsides. 1. The price is painfully high. 2. There really needs to be a AC/DC converter to avoid the batteries. Does anyone make a 3rd party adapter for the "dumb" hub?

[@BinhLe-mj1hk]

Just a question, is the light bright or is it dim? I kinda want to keep the lens since then you done have the window shadow but it makes the light dimmer. Is there another way to make the light brighter or is removing the lens the only option?

[@searme]

It's fairly dim.

[@BinhLe-mj1hk]

@@searme so is there a better way to fix the this? I’ve tie using power up app and programmed it to spin slightly slower and the lights to be brighter but it didn’t quite work out

[@searme]

I think you would need to replace the LEGO LED with a custom one.

[@flippe555]

been seriously doubting to get this with the double vip points and gift sets they´re adding, but in the end 300€ is just ridiculous. The new castle looks better value but then again that´s an extra 100€. I´ll just skip and spend some time on other hobbies.

[@petehoskins1267]

Retail here is AUD $469.00. I am about 1/2 way into the build but am adding my own LED lights. As far as I am aware Lego don’t need to pay any royalties etc so as others have said for a motor, 2 lights and a battery box where is the money here?

[@nathandrel]

Thanks for the review. Was very interested in this set

[@searme]

Glad I could help

[@awes0men0b0dy9]

Is the music from Charlie Brown I want a dog for Christmas or am I just nostalgic, amazing video keep up the great work

[@PANNARALEJ]

As much as I have a love of lighthouses, this is a set I have to pass on. That price tag just puts it too far out of reach, and I agree that a cost closer to 200 would be much more acceptable. The set is beautiful, and something even non Lego collectors would enjoy.

[@piotrgurdek9948]

[3:19] "The lighthouse's walls feel a tad repetitive, but nowhere near the level." Somebody hasn't built 21332, The Globe from IDEAS yet.

[@searme]

Yeah, I'm not interested in that one.

[@BrickTemplar]

2:55 thank goodness, I hate those dumbed down instructions

[@user-rs1990]

I'd like to get one but I still have limited means.

[@klockibymichael4825]

great video

[@sebastienlecoq3956]

I might let myself tempted by it... Do you know how well this set manage cats ? you know the pets that love to push things off tables and chew on standing pieces.

[@searme]

Well it's pretty stable but anything's bound to fly given a sufficiently strong push.

[@glowytheglowbug]

thank you for reviewing this set, great review as always! i too dont get why they have a "dumb hub" instead of having an adapter to some power function parts which would make everything so much cheaper, i find that with larger sets the instruction booklet gets harder and harder to read. hopefully we see more progress on your crane!

[@pauljones3017]

Power Functions is out of production.

[@glowytheglowbug]

@@pauljones3017 yeah i dont see a reason for lego to do it as for sets like this it would be much better to have PF

[@timehunter9467]

“Dumb hub” is the best way to describe it! I need to know why they used screws on the back.

[@searme]

For silly safety reasons, so kids don't eat batteries.

[@timehunter9467]

@@searme ah, I guess kids can’t eat them if they’re in the smart hub or old power functions battery boxes 🤦‍♂️

[@johansten7976]

@@timehunter9467 As I understand it, it's new-ish EU regulations. PF boxes etc didn't face the same regulations and thus didn't have screws.

[@timehunter9467]

@@johansten7976 Ah, everyone’s becoming less trustworthy with technology now I guess 🤣

[@LimChingLiang]

Another great review from Sariel. Appreciate it. Thanks BTW, Where is 10300? XD XD

[@searme]

Actually, I just received it today :)

[@shaldurprime7154]

Should probably have an epilepsy warning, some of those close up shots during the speed build are pretty intense with black gloves against a lighter background

[@searme]

The background is dark grey, there's really not that much contrast there. Been running this channel for 15 years, never heard of anyone getting a seizure from watching.

[@doncourter7164]

This should have been priced at $250. $200 dollars for the 2000+pieces and $50 for the hub, motor, lights, and new Fresnel lens.

[@MeeHow44]

The boat DOES NOT float!!! 😂

[@Danse_Macabre_125]

*HOLY PRICETAG* I could get the Porsche 911 AND the Fiat 500 for the same money

[@boo5628]

I must ask why do u call them dumb hubs?

[@searme]

In contrast to so-called smart hubs which come equipped with Bluetooth. These have no such feature.

[@12171010011010]

I would feel bad about how critical you are of this set, if it wasn't for the price. I understand that the price of Lego is naturally increasing, but for what you get, the cost for this set is a joke. It feels like, if it was made 5 years ago in the advanced model modular creator buildings sub-theme, it would either be 30%-40% cheaper, or be much bigger with maybe a larger cabin or lighthouse itself. In fact, im going to start looking up lighthouse mocs to make myself feel better.

[@maartnnn0507]

Is it just me or are we missing parts of the subtitles? I feel like its to far down the screen, i could only see the top line of subtitles when there were 2 lines. With just 1 line I couldnt see it! Your logo does show as usual in the bottom right corner! Still, i do like the review and the set looks beautiful. Just too expensive. Edit! I'm on an android phone btw

[@0x5DA]

im also on an android phone and they show fine for me. trying pinching outwards with 2 fingers

[@maartnnn0507]

@@0x5DA feel kinda dumb now lol... Didn't know pinching was a feature. Thanks!

[@0x5DA]

@@maartnnn0507 no worries.

[@hunor9615]

Nice set would be cool to have it but its overpriced

[@floba7272]

$200 would actually be questionable, assuming 10 cents per part and 60 Dollars for the power functions... And maybe the set should remain on the market for five years without a price increase, then something between $260 and $300 would be appropriate. Yes, it's still expensive, but if you really like the set, then a few Dollars won't make a big difference. Also it doesn't really matter, because a few years after EOL you get at least what you paid in used condition.

[@alessioram6631]

They actually had this model on display at my local lego store, someone stole the seagull lol

[@pocketsoarers6927]

Why do you think it is a sub-mediocre, bellow average building experience?

[@searme]

I explain it in the review several times. You need to search where the new parts go in the instructions because LEGO doesn't mark them. It's tedious and completely unnecessary.

[@pocketsoarers6927]

@@searme Your conclusion under "building experience" has a subtitle: "how interesting is the building process?" So, when I read sub-midiocre building experience I read that the building process is not interesting. You are saying that the building process is difficult and tedious due to the building instructions not having outlines around bricks. Perhaps your subtitle for "building experience" should be something like "how clear are the building instructions?" instead of what you have now. For me, building experience can be bad, even though building instructions are perfect. And vice versa.

[@lucitribal]

Yer fond of me lobster ain't ye?

[@searme]

Alright, have it your way. I like your cooking.

[@Jannis-eh6ls]

299,99 eu ---den eimai vlakas ha.ha.ha---nixt normal-----paranormal