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LEGO - Creator Expert Roller Coaster 10261
Average customer rating
4.7
(137 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 137 reviews
5 Stars
109
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
9
2 Stars
2
1 Star
2
92%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for LEGO - Creator Expert Roller Coaster 10261
Customer Rating
5
My favorite set!
on December 5, 2018
Posted by: DreadLockedFairy
from Lynn
This has been by far my favorite set to build thus far. It was the perfect balance of challenge and fun. Of course, it’s amazing to have it finished and able to run (get the motor; it’s so worth it!), but I also love the details. It looks exactly like a roller coaster you would find at an amusement park - it has a sign telling how tall you must be to ride it; it has a (fake) camera that takes your pic while you are on the ride; it has a place where riders wait to get on; it has a small area with two tracks where a ride can store extra cars; and so much more!!! I think builders will be pleasantly surprised with all that’s included.
Side note: for the holiday season, I have decorated mine with red bows and it still runs!!
Side note: for the holiday season, I have decorated mine with red bows and it still runs!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
A Refreshing Challenge
on December 5, 2018
Posted by: 2Porschefan
As mainly a Technic builder I needed a change so went for all three of the Amusement park sets - have yet to finish the Carrousel and Ferris Wheel - this set is not Technic challenging but rather be careful and mind the instructions challenging! As there are many duplicate assemblies i.e. the framework I often felt like I was working on an assembly line and at times became careless with a part or two which involved our favorite rite "Take apart and re-do" - Would have been a better build if other phases were interspersed with the same assemblies for a change of pace and to keep my total interest in place!
But otherwise this is an amazing set to watch come together and operate with the power system - you can just stand back and watch the genius of Lego in action! - I wish there were some way to move the parked cars to the main track rather than by hand such as a switch track to make the play value go up - as it no problem to run both sets of cars at the same time around the track!
You have to motorize the set for optimal fun - so don't get cheap here!
But otherwise this is an amazing set to watch come together and operate with the power system - you can just stand back and watch the genius of Lego in action! - I wish there were some way to move the parked cars to the main track rather than by hand such as a switch track to make the play value go up - as it no problem to run both sets of cars at the same time around the track!
You have to motorize the set for optimal fun - so don't get cheap here!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
Captivating
on October 31, 2018
Posted by: EmCares
from Dorset
OK, 11 days I hear you say for a build. Mmmmm would have been done in 24hrs maybe solid but we rationed it as it was so amazing we wanted to make it last so we tackled 1 set of numbered bags a day and there were 11 sets in total. It was hard not rushing ahead but drawing it out added to the build.
It was an interesting build. By the nature of the model it was quite repetitive however LEGO managed to break up what could have been monotony with mixing in mini builds so you weren’t concentrating on say just the track for hours on end.
PROs - well look at it, words really aren’t needed. This is possibly one of my most impressive sets and I have a fair few. There is nothing not to like. I bought the motor functions and they are really worth it as an add on, you can literally sit looking at it for hours, it’s quite captivating. If you have the money or are considering spending this kind of money on a set this should definitely be in the running. It is big but worth the space.
CONs - maybe make it easier to detach in two half’s for transportation but I get this would possibly compromise stability. A little more detail, for example the gum under the seat on the bus is amazing, something only the builder knows is there, a little Easter egg almost. However this is my major gripe. Get the pieces right! Seriously LEGO I spent just shy of £300 on a model with you, I expect it to be right however instead of getting 2 1x6 flat pieces I get 1 2x6 flat piece. Luckily I had some in white I bleached up and used but really, every set I buy seems to have issues with the bricks, I shouldn’t be experiencing problems of that nature.
Overall great product though, think it should be sold as a power function set and the motors included as standard with the option to add them into the build as it totally makes the set.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
finally lego has a roller coaster!
on October 5, 2018
Posted by: LegoCookie24
I have been waiting for lego to come out with a roller coaster for years, and now they finally have! I have to be honest, I spend so much time trying to decided whether or not i should buy something. I spent two good weeks trying to decide on this one, and finally ordered it. It arrived about a week later and I had absolutely no regrets! The build itself wasn't as repetitive as I thought, and was actually really fun seeing it all come together! The set itself is massive, way bigger than it looks in pictures. The rollercoaster runs super smoothly, and makes an incredible play experience, or, like it does for me, makes a great display.
The minifigures are awesome too, all with great facial expressions and printing. The best part about this set in my opinion are all off the small details: the photo booth, the station, the height marker, and countless others! If you are even considering this set in the least, buy it, you won't have any regrets if you do. Lego, you hit it out of the park with this set, and I hope you come out with some more rollercoasters like this one (maybe with loops and corkscrews too)!
The minifigures are awesome too, all with great facial expressions and printing. The best part about this set in my opinion are all off the small details: the photo booth, the station, the height marker, and countless others! If you are even considering this set in the least, buy it, you won't have any regrets if you do. Lego, you hit it out of the park with this set, and I hope you come out with some more rollercoasters like this one (maybe with loops and corkscrews too)!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
4
Needs a little improvement, but still awesome!
on September 29, 2018
Posted by: MajorManiac
Major Maniac here reviewing the roller coaster. I mostly stick to the modular buildings, trains, and marvel set, but when Lego came out with this, I had to have it. What an awesome set and perfect addition to the line of fair rides that Lego has started. (I'm hoping to see the teacups, zipper, scrambler, or swings in the future.). So lets get to it.
This is a simple, yet complex build. Its simple because of the same build techniques used over and over. But its complex in the way that it all fits together. The structure is fairly rigid with the exception of a few critical weak points. I will admit, I was building this on a card table, so it was not entirely level or solid. I think that lack of stability highlighted some of the issues I was having.
Basically, there are a couple of critical weak points which are not supported well. Those weak points cause structural failures preventing the coaster from operating correctly. When I add this set to a permanent layout, I plan to modify it in order to improve the structure. Other than that, it is still a really cool set.
There are lots of characters, the additional stands make it feel like its part of a bigger park or fair, and its easily motorized. This set will look great with the Ferris wheel and Carousel.
Overall, a few hiccups, but still a great set!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
Very challenging build. Rewarding!
on September 13, 2018
Posted by: JBones81
from WALNUT CREEK
I have built hundreds of Lego sets over the years. First, as a child, then again as an adult with children of my own who now enjoy Lego. This was a relatively challenging build, given the size, gears to run the roller coaster cars, and the many shapes and angles. I highly recommend this set for anyone who enjoys spending several days/nights working a few hours at a time. In the end, it's really rewarding to see the set working as it should. My kids love it!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
4
Amazing Set. Fun to Build. A+++
on September 9, 2018
Posted by: phillymetal
from L’Île-Bizard
It was a lot of fun to build. Even though it has a lot of repetition. It’s not crazy repetition like some other sets I’ve built. The set is built sturdily and can be easily transported in one piece.
I love the little accessories and kiosks added to give it a more theme park feel. The track looks amazing and is very well designed.
The biggest flaw for this set is definitely the lift chain. I had to recount the number of pieces about a dozen times.
If you have the Ferris Wheel and the Carousel, then you absolutely need to get this one.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
Perfectly balanced
on September 8, 2018
Posted by: LegoPete
Was really looking forward to getting this set, end wasn’t disappointed one bit.
A really fun and challenging build.
It’s only when you finish you appreciate just how good the design is. It’s perfectly balanced which my kids were more than pleased with when playing with it.
A great model. Well worth the time and money.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO