LEGO Star Wars 75339 DEATH STAR TRASH COMPACTOR Review! (2022)

[@asc3nded397]

For an updated R2D2 I wish they would change the top of the body to a single centralized stud so you could swivel the head.

[@IceSabed]

Ikr its been so many years

[@dnsstudios22]

that would be easy to pops off lol.

[@Dx-to5vx]

They always leave room for improvements on their minifigs.

[@Hi_buddy_waz_sup]

@@Dx-to5vx …then they never improve them

[@KerioFive]

Such a good idea

[@megachonker79]

Besides being way too expensive (which is a serious problem), the set seems really cool and well done. Obviously, the small scene, R2D2 and C3PO behind the compactor, are unnecessary, but again, it's not a bad thing by itself, the problem with it is that it increases the price. Other than that it does no harm to the set.

[@Mitistefan]

The price is excellent compared to the new sets

[@llnnie]

honestly even getting this for nearly the same price in 2023, I’d have to disagree that the set is expensive. Although I gotta say I’ve just recently gotten into Lego again as an adult after so many years. (So your opinion would probably matter more than mine in this scenario lol) I just think with the pieces and minifigures included it’s an excellent add to any collection for that price.

[@truecrimejungle]

@@llnnie That's the thing - lego is literally the exact same price as it was 20 years ago per inflation. So if you've been in it a while it;s going to seem a lot more expensive then someone new - who can compare equally across the current lineup as apposed to 5 years ago.

[@Dixie_Lily]

Keep in mind, this is about 1/3 of the UCS Cantina's price.

[@CanadaBricks]

Just puts into perspective how overpriced this trash is Literally

[@MexximusUK]

Crazy 🤣

[@gbrow1604]

Technically about 1/4 but I get what you're saying.

[@Christian-ez3ng]

Holy shit

[@giannifiore7231]

Agree that it probably shouldn't be $90, but ironically, of the 3 Diorama sets we have coming out, this is the one that appeals to me the most by a long shot

[@3ve873]

I actually really like the inclusion of the R2-D2 and C-3PO involvement. The entire scene was based on their efforts stopping the compactor completing its cycle, with the camera shots jumping in between those two and the unfortunate group inside the machine. Agree that it's added a chunk to the cost, but I would prefer to have the complete set of all characters involved for this particular representation, personally.

[@pubg-blsy3352]

I mean yes but in the end it’s a diorama so it’s supposed to be used for display and so you weren’t see the r2 and c3po figures at all, it woulda been better to just not include them as it would reduce the cost significantly while also not taking away much from the diorama.

[@3ve873]

@@pubg-blsy3352 I do agree, to an extent with your point. However, 'display' does not necessarily mean against a wall, with the back hidden - if you had this in a display cabinet, with multiple viewing angles, it would be visible. Realistically, shaving an extra 15-20% off the price would be fairly inconsequential; as I doubt many people will avoid buying it at the price it is, even if they're not keen on the droid inclusion. But I, personally, might have been less keen, had they not been included, and it were cheaper. I expect a fair number of collectors would agree.

[@pubg-blsy3352]

@@3ve873 yeah but even then the back doesn’t look great in the first place so I’m just saying if you were to remove it and make the set cost 20% less it would go from 80£ to 64£ which is much better especially as this isn’t a exactly large set as it have multiple small 1x1 or 2x1 tiles. I mean you can buy a helmet such as the Darth Vader one for much cheaper, 69.99 and the scout trooper one for 49.99 and the dark trooper for 59.99 which are all much better deals in terms of size and display-ability.

[@samoyedpuppy7473]

Totally agree with you, Well said 👍👏👏👏

[@alanwhittingham19]

Completely agree. It’s one scene but two separate rooms just like in the movie. For a diorama set in has one of the nicest play features too and does it really well

[@spy-ue7ue]

Wow, this looks great! I do wish this was cheaper. I think all dioramas should be 50 or less.

[@AA-lp5vs]

I think the r2d2 and c3po part was so they could include all characters involved in the scene and for structural support cause otherwise it woulda been 3 walls and that’s it, just adds a little strength to the middle

[@SpeedstersUnited]

I'm so glad they finally gave R2D2 a print on the back now. One of my major critiques of Lego Star Wars R2D2 figures is that they never put the back printing on the back of R2D2, and now they finally gave it us, I can only hope they carry it over into Lego Star Wars sets in the future. As for the Stormtrooper waist printing, the only reason I could see them not doing that is because if they have the printing on the waist band, it might not line up with the printing on the torso. But they certainly could do something about that.

[@joeshlong9614]

Love it, just wish it wasn’t that expensive. However the quality is really good for a display set

[@keeshandave8603]

The Death Star Trash Compactor in my opinion is pretty good! The design, the play features and heck, even the updated R2-D2 and C-3PO.

[@Jay-Zech]

I mean, it’s a good set, it looks cool and has some great figs(minus leia not having a skirt) but oh wow that price! How on God’s green Earth does Lego think that $90 is justified?! And to think it’s almost double in Australia.

[@Wi-Fi-El]

$90 is a high price, but with 809 pieces, six minifigs, a dianoga, the moving walls, and the sleek look of the set it doesn't seem like the worst deal ever. If they had the dual molded C-3po I'd def buy it

[@RoscoeWasHere]

I think apart from no hip printing, the new detail in shadowing on the stormtrooper armor looks amazing.

[@universalbuilds501]

This is an okay build. I would prefer a prequal set.

[@viperson9818]

The final evolution of stormtrooper is still incomplete, I agree it just needs hip printing. This is probably the set I’ll grab since it got great figures and a great scene.

[@Jay-Zech]

Agreed. I mean, how much could hip-printing cost them? I mean, it probably cost 1/1000th of a penny🤦🏻‍♂️

[@CanadaBricks]

They’ll put thousands of dollars into a shitty theme like Vidiyo that failed, but won’t do the tiniest things like that, or give us a P2 Cody

[@falloutgamer347]

@@CanadaBricks i can assure you, if p2 cody was in the original trilogy we would have gotten him long ago, the designers just hate the prequels apparently

[@novaspacewitch9963]

I like the back side and the ability to squeeze it in even if it's not the default state it'll be in. You leave it in normal form on the shelf/table/whatever and show off the extra features when people ask about it. Gives the set a little more life and makes it more of a discussion piece rather than something you keep high up out of reach

[@TamTV12]

doesnt need hip printing, the belt is on the torso and its perfectly aligned unlike the 05 version.

[@TheClash122]

Agree!

[@Caron-dc3hs]

You are right, they made the back section, to increase the price and make it more value. It seemed to be made afterwards, because you cannot even open it. Just added value to make the price more reasonable.

[@AHYL88]

This is just like Darth Vader's Meditation Chamber; what should be a much more affordable, cheaper playset masquerading as an adult collectors display set with unnecessary pieces thrown in for the fancy but useless base that bumps the price up to an atrocious degree. To put things into perspective and stay in the realm of Lego Star Wars sets, this thing costs the same at retail as both the downsized versions of 75301: Luke Skywalker's X-Wing AND 75300: Imperial TIE Fighter put together! I'd rather buy those again at this price level!

[@jedicookie7373]

This looks cool, but an episode V diorama with the bounty hunters (probably not all of them)would be an instant purchase

[@galopagos395]

I agree 100% that would be just like take my money

[@DRDÖCM]

Should I buy Jabbas Palace or MBS Mos Eisley Cantina

[@sampatterson2434]

As far as including the droids, it totally might be a price point thing. However, they were a critical part of that scene and it makes sense to include them plugged into a control panel. The placement is weird… maybe they could have put them off to the side and “store” them in the back? I may actually pick this up, haven’t completely decided yet.

[@fulcrum2867]

Even though it doesnt have a quote, I would consider the meditation chamber part of this line. Besides being overpriced, it has the same border

[@shockzx7217]

@Privileged White Male $109 aud ? Damn that inflation compared to us prices must be annoying

[@shockzx7217]

@Silly Goose ah makes sense

[@parkwayninja41]

Why do they constantly change their stormtroopers. It’s like every time I get an original trilogy set, the next wave my stormtroopers are outdated.

[@KingCobraLolcow]

I bought 3 of these and made a big moc

[@Skedaddle_Skanoodle]

Damn where’s you find 3

[@tommy.h5461]

did you sell a kidney for it?

[@thegreatpiginthesky3904]

That was a huge waste of money lmao. Could of bought so many other cooler sets for that much

[@sansy_wansy]

You spent £270 for only 1806 pieces?

[@KingCobraLolcow]

@@thegreatpiginthesky3904 Not really a waste because that's one of my favorite scenes in star wars

[@Dreamybloo101]

One of the most favorite starwars scenes in the franchise itself

[@OLBF-z5r]

I’m surprised no Storm trooper helmets. 90 big ones should come with 2 helmets . I’m going moc the hell out of mine. Working door , dress the back up and possibly build the detention center above it.

[@thecheeseman5418]

After General Grievous’s Starfighter, I don’t see anything overpriced anymore

[@brockwalters8401]

I'm so happy that they're printing c3po's leg in silver for Luke's landscaper. It was long anticipated

[@calebcustombricks2631]

Dual moulding you mean

[@brockwalters8401]

Yes

[@michaeltaylor2121]

The set displays nicely with a mirror behind it, set at a distance where you can see 3po and R2

[@BrentsBricks]

The Minifigs look great on that new camera!!

[@noahmurray8883]

Wonder could we get an Anakin vs Obi wan duel on mustafar diorama considering it would suit the idea. I know Lego don’t like the prequels but this would be perfect

[@zephier5894]

PREACH. Here is a piece of a previous comment of mine. A duel on Mustafar with duel molded legs for Anakin and Obi-Wan on the end of the Lava river, quote would be "It's over Anakin, I have the high ground" - Obi-Wan Kenobi and the high ground would be included. A New Mustafarian could be included as well. They could triple the price on this and I would buy 3, but they don't like money for some reason.

[@jackdnoonan]

I think the reason they have detail on the back is because in all the promo pics they show it displayed on a table in the middle of a room, instead of against a wall

[@justinmoore8826]

As a person who plays warhammer 40k and collects legos $90 isn’t too bad for the amount of plastic you get, compared to warhammer where you’d pay that price and get 2 mini figures worth of plastic so yeah let’s be happy Lego doesn’t do what games workshop does

[@JulianTheJedi]

I don’t like 3po and r2 being in this because you can’t see them and it just makes it more expensive

[@Gideon0297]

I love it but not at $90!!! Sad I definitely can't afford it for me or my kiddos. I'd rather buy 3 more 501st sets lol. Thanks for all your great content bro!

[@jordyvanderpers3787]

I like this set, it's expensive but I'm still gonna buy it. Fan of this scene in the movie and a big fan of Han Solo. After spending 750 euro for a UCS Falcon this doesn't feel like a lot of money 😆

[@TheUnknownBrick]

Never have I ever thought I’d buy trash 💀

[@alecanderson5028]

For the price given it would have been so much greater if they added the detention block on top and like with jabbas palace you can drop the mini figures into the trash compactor. It just adds some more playablitiliy and i could see it looking good in the diorama. I guess I should expect less from Lego

[@glassjar7814]

It’s not supposed to be a set for playability like Jabba’s palace

[@alecanderson5028]

@@glassjar7814 it can still have a feature tho. Like just a hole in the detention centre that you can throw figures down. It already has play features with the closing walls so it’s not much more to ask

[@glassjar7814]

@@alecanderson5028 I think the closing walls act more as a display option. These are 18+ sets hence the price tag

[@RandomAxcoung]

And then legos like “we are not going to release this in America anymore”

[@Thomas-os6xn]

And not in Australia either.

[@davidcoulter1058]

MandR is not part of the Lego Ambassador Network so generally does not get sets for free.

[@Jedib87]

He almost certainly bought this from someone who found it early. Definitely wasn’t free

[@PancakeTiger358]

Pretty well rounded set. A bit pricey, but that new R2 sure is cool.

[@aaesuzuki]

If they were going to add the droids, they could have at least put C3PO and R2D2 on the side panels instead of the back so it's more accessible

[@faze_garbage6673]

But than it wouldn't be accurate whatsoever which is what these sets are supposed to be, the only way that would work would be turning it 90 degrees but than you have one of the walls blocking your view

[@3ve873]

@@faze_garbage6673 Totally agree

[@izenheimreborn6390]

My personal wish for this set, I would have the compacted walls on technic rails so it shifts over instead of clamshell closing, then the computer panel with r2 and 3PO would slot in next to it so you display both sides with the trash compactor on one side and the control panel on the other

[@broncojuan]

I actually really like the inclusion of 3PO & R2, but I agree that putting them on the backside is pointless. I told my wife I thought they should have extended the set by about 2-3 inches (making it about as wade as the Dagobah set), kept the compactor scene the same size, and use the extra space for the droid build... of course that might have shot the price over $100... even though it would still probably come in at 100 less pieces.

[@Matty524]

I totally wanted another C-3PO and R2-D2 for an extra 20 dollars…

[@sloanNYC]

I skipped this one, but Trench Run and Yoda sets made me smile.

[@christophergirdwood5176]

I like the back but in my opinion if it wa that important to them to put that there for value, PUT IT on the side! The side of the build makes mores sense or they could’ve mad it a little separate build that is not only more accurate but also will make it worth the right value for 90$

[@KNI_9HT]

Maybes have R2 and 3PO on the side of the compactor, so when the walls are compressed they become more of the feature than stuck on the back out of context...

[@pestzwestz5140]

Hey there, this will prob get buried BUT. I've been getting back into Lego star wars for the first time in 12 years and your channel helped a lot!! Do you think you could do a few alternative builds for the 501st trooper battlepack? Since you're the GOD of the 501st battle pack. I dont mean just one alternative. I'd love something massive! Like 4 or 5! Please!

[@DuckofFail]

The back piece from the control room is nice, just knowing it's there. not really an easter egg, but definitely a great nod to the scene from the film. I say this, of course, as someone who's a bit older, and grew up with the original trilogy. Also, I think the original trilogy "gets more love" with things like this, in part, because of the demographics between Star Wars fans: what trilogy they gravitate to, what their life status and buying habits look like, etc. I suspect that as time passes, you will eventually see a decline in attention to the original trilogy, and an increasing move towards the prequels, at least for the very expensive pieces.

[@jpwalla0208]

That C-3PO looks great

[@joeyp9306]

I wish they made these dioramas so that they could connect to eachother and be side by side

[@enevr1894]

Good idea

[@rocky_6969]

We really need some prequel diorama sets.

[@augsdoggs]

I don’t agree with your take on the back side of the set. In a community that hypes and values “Easter eggs” so much, this is epic! Plus they’re both improved, exclusive figures, which is also fetishized in the Lego Star Wars community. While of course you will not see this side displayed, the value for me is when showing it to someone who’s at my house and I say “…and check THIS out!”, and turn the set around to expose the two iconic characters hanging out on the other side of the door. I’m not justifying the total price, but I am happy the figures were added, and in a cool, unique way.

[@bruced09]

The problem is that for most people you’d never see them after building it once. It’s a display set, so many put it on a shelf after building, back against a wall. It’s one thing for a ship to have internal details, especially for play sets that you’re meant to open up to play with, but for a diorama to not be able to see the whole thing, they as well not be there especially not when they’re there just to up the price.

[@the1andonlyjawa]

This set is very overpriced, probably more overpriced than the General Grievous Starfighter

[@CanadaBricks]

Mmm, Greivous Starfighter is still probably the most overpriced set ever

[@kahtyman7293]

Why's that, i just checked, wasn't it retail price only 20$?

[@pancakericeP]

@@kahtyman7293 the new one

[@bryanspencer9342]

Have you noticed the Republic Fighter Tank is no longer on the website in Canada or US. Have they delayed the release of it on April 26th?????

[@Oak_Tree_Studios]

How to make this set better: buy a Flat lego tile, purchase pr print a lego logo sticker, apply sticker, now take your lego tile and replace the red dots next to the garbage hatch and enjoy! Optionally: Add the lego sets from legoland or any set of your choosing into the garbage mix. Now to make this set truly official add the hopes and dreams of the prequel fans getting a good UCS set and you have your dream set.

[@matthewst537]

Nice to see the new r2d2 printing maybe one day they will do the third leg but do you think they could do printing on his current legs?

[@sansy_wansy]

This set looks good, good mini figures just really overpriced for 802 pieces

[@piotrstawowski7174]

wait for The Justifier 160 euro for 1022 pieces

[@williamblazo1871]

@@piotrstawowski7174 Not even Cad Bane could "Justify" a price like that

[@kyleevans1314]

was able to get this for $55 on sale at walmart and was definitely worth that price super fun build with great mini figs

[@martinuhr6760]

today i bought all Diorama´s and i got the nice Kitchen with BERU...so so so nice all those sets! I like it so much.

[@normietwiceremoved]

I'd love more dioramas. Not sure how this fits into the "adult market" though. Feels like a playset to me.

[@blalukabla]

Guys, should I buy another 501th battle pack, the tie fighter or the slave 1?

[@ijustwantedausername]

501st battle pack. I’ve bought 6. Not all at once. And gave one to my nephew.

[@Morgor_17]

Do your thing that there is a good chance of a Cody or grievous to be included in the at-te.

[@bruced09]

Why grievous?

[@FishingwithTyBaker]

The reason why the back is included is because Lego wanted to find a way to include 2 more minifigures. R2D2 and C-3PO weren’t in the trash compactor, so they had to build an additional “playset” for those two characters to come with this set. It’s not about the set of the back that increases the price, it’s the minifigs.

[@The_Lego_Dude]

You said why they included they area at the back and I think they may have done it to add extra structural support to the set. They probaby thought that this set needed R2-D2 and C-3PO as well so they made the area in the back for structural support and to have space for those 2 minifigures

[@keyassasins9545]

It includes trash in the title yet their slogan is still “only the best is good enough”

[@enevr1894]

Lego has problems

[@TheFirstCurse1]

$90 for this set is sickening. It isn't anywhere near worth that much. That being said, it's amazing how they made all of the junk not collide, and I love that they put in C-3PO and R2-D2. It's cool to turn around and show people.

[@NiqRipple]

Can’t wait for our 9 original trilogy dioramas and 0 prequel dioramas in 2024

[@collectorempire_km]

We’ll get more dioramas for sure. Only OT that is though because there apparently isn’t enough to do for the prequels. Also, no exclusive figures in expensive sets only applies to prequel sets. This set doesn’t appeal to me because it’s just so random which is why I passed on Vader’s meditation chamber and the price is another factor. Really these sets should be $60 max.

[@zephier5894]

Imagine a Palpatine's arrest diorama with a quote tile "I am the Senate" - The Senate. Or better yet, a duel on Mustafar with duel molded legs for Anakin and Obi-Wan on the end of the Lava river, quote would be "It's over Anakin, I have the high ground" - Obi-Wan Kenobi and the high ground would be included. A New Mustafarian could be included as well. There are limitless possibilities, but like you implied Lego does not care.

[@toasties611]

Aaaah yes, original trilogy diorama sets for the 20th anniversary of attack of the clones surely would have been cool to have, I dunno a geonosis diorama but you know its lego

[@jedibricks2957]

I really want that c3po

[@philnewton-england7795]

Just bought this. I'm gonna try and build it without the door - so you can see R2D2 & C3PO stood there !!!

[@andybricks576]

hey Ryan. We just got this in Toyworld NZ, i wanted this for R2 as i dont think his back print will be a given as time goes on. Love th is set.

[@lordwisehammer]

Since they released three in the first diorama wave wouldn't it have made more sense to have a seen from each film rather than two from ANH and one from Empire?

[@CanadaBricks]

Oh boy, another 18+ collection that will probably never have a prequel set! 🥲

[@DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw]

It's pricey but it's also really well done. The other sets might be cheaper, but I'd take this over the other ones.

[@Chill_With_Will]

I love the diorama set concept, especially the Yoda's hut one and hope they apply it to other themes (lord of the rings please)

[@Morro12250]

And maybe marvel?

[@lakotagrech5441]

Hey Ryan Ask Mandr: Do you have to buy all lego Star Wars to get the May 4th promotions or could I buy one $30 lego Star Wars set and have the rest be other themed Lego?

[@kacprosPL]

well thanks for pointing that this set is too expensive. i thought it is expensive only because in Poland almost every LEGO seems to be a lil bit pricey

[@princejaiswal6487]

Bro give us review on UCS landspeeder 🔥🔥

[@waltg1349]

I like this CP3O mini... I'm worried about the dual molded CP30 leg with the UCS Landspeeder. There will be leg cracks like always in that silver plastic foot. I would be happy with just high quality printing of the leg.

[@HomicidalPandaHD]

It is a little starnge that Lego has been doing hip printing on a vast majority of figures but Isn't doing it on the troopers which they will realistically reprint the most/ will get the value out of printing them.

[@ivor..]

One things for sure our wallets are gonna be a lot thinner

[@jackglover289]

you mean our wallets

[@brandonwagner7239]

I’m honestly surprised he didn’t mention no double vip for this set too

[@zygas658]

I don't get why everyone is making such a fuss about hip printing and arm printing. I personally believe that arm printing should be as simple as possible and hips should stay clear for the most part. Overdetailed figures seem incredible weird, part of the charm of lego is the fun, quirky and simple design of their figures, while still keeping their iconic features. Figures like Vader look great with arm printing and leg printing, while ROTJ Luke looks perfect with no arm and leg printing, and his classic lego hairpiece. Another example would be clone troopers, I don't believe arm printing would look good on clone troopers without making the figures feel overdetailed, proof of that being the original captain rex phase 2 minifigure.

[@itzcrazydan]

If only they had that updated R2-D2 minifig for the UCS R2-D2 set last year...

[@ding5436]

That is indeed a compractor

[@maphoozgaming8542]

I mean you could swap out the stormtrooper torso and legs for the better versions with more detail

[@batsamd]

I’m thinking it would be neat to close up the compactor, then on one of the open sides move/build the R2 and 3PO scene so the sides not just open space. Maybe the other side could a small detention center hallway scene with some stormtroopers.

[@slverskull]

Something I was thinking was making a small room above the compactor to display 3PO and R2 in the security room

[@whileecoyote8719]

The set would have been better if the door opened so you could see r2 and c2po from the front.

[@otshipman300]

i want a new darth maul

[@psychoticAjAX]

I don't know why but this set just doesn't resonate with me. The figures are pretty good, although the hip on the stormtroopers aren't quite right yet. But this kit just is missing something. Maybe its that the real scene had a lot more garbage lying around, I'm not sure. The idea is good, the mechanism is cool, but I just don't see this as well executed. plus the price, sheesh

[@TheAceOfCubs]

$90? Sure, I’d buy that as a kid since I didn’t understand the value of money lol. But now, I can’t justify spending that much on top of my rent, bills, gas, food, etc. I’ll always have good memories playing my Legos as a kid. Once I have my own, I’m passing down all my sets to them.

[@peterparker-ng3qn]

You should review krennic's shuttle in the future

[@macdaddy2344]

Pretty clean I'll wait til double vip points with no restrictions

[@edwardmcardle4105]

Ya know, for a diorama set, they should do the detention level control scene

[@aRKade23]

You should try streaming on twitch You can do regular streams where you can build legos and review sets! Totally not trying to force anything. Keep up the good work

[@nickh2053]

It’d be nice if Lego could resupply the UCS star destroyer for May 4th! I really want to buy it, but not for $900-1,000😑

[@ronthepilot2520]

I feel the C-3PO/R2D2 control panel part would be better on the top of it rather than behind. Maybe people can mod it to make it look better, cause im certainly not.