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LEGO - Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine 21358
Average customer rating
4.8
(97 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 97 reviews
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93%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for LEGO - Ideas Minifigure Vending Machine 21358
Posted by: Chmpgnoj
Verified Purchase:Yes
Couldn’t wait to purchase and build this set. Only issue was I wish they would have given a heads up that the mechanics required the coin to fully use. As I was building I tested out the turntable knob and it got stuck (after reading reviews, it sounds like it won’t fully work without putting the chip coin in. I didn’t realize this bc it wasn’t written in the instructions, so when it got “stuck” while testing before it was fully built I ended up taking it apart to see where I went wrong. The turning mechanism has a space (where the coin goes in and finishes the turn to drop the ball). Had I known this I wouldn’t have needed to take 1/2 of it apart and basically start over. I’ve built other functional legos (typewriter, Pac Man) and it wasn’t until I was done did I realize it didn’t work correctly. So had to take apart and start over. I will go back to the vending machine and rebuild from where the “functionality” pieces go together. Like I mentioned, I wish in the instructions it mentioned, knob will not fully work until coin is placed. Would have avoided me testing it, thinking it didn’t work bc I did something incorrectly and now having to go back through those building steps. Other than that, I love the nostalgia of this lego. Brings back memories of going to grocery store as a kid and wanting candy, gum or toys from the multiple machines at the store. Can’t wait to finish it! Agree on the mini figures, would have been cool have some surprise figures vs bland ones. And having the option to buy extra balls to fill with gum or other mini figures would be awesome. Great job to the lego designer who came up with this idea and mechanics! Such a cool idea, hope lego makes more like this!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Posted by: Legolovingmom
Verified Purchase:Yes
This is probably one of my top favorites. I can’t wait to let my grand kids give it a try.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Posted by: Brit In TX
Verified Purchase:Yes
Okay, I love this set way more than I thought I would. The Minifigure Vending Machine is just pure joy. The build is super fun and clever, and it actually works! You twist the knob and a little capsule pops out with a minifig inside. It legit feels like a LEGO version of those old-school toy machines you'd beg your parents to give you coins for. The best part… It comes with two exclusive classic LEGO Spacemen, one is shiny gold and the other in a super cool vivid blue, They look amazing and totally pop on display. I was mostly grabbing this for the novelty, but it’s turned out to be one of my favorite small sets in a long time. If you’re into quirky LEGO builds or love classic space minifigs, this thing is a must-have. Plus, it just makes people smile when they see it—total conversation piece on my shelf.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Posted by: LuckyGrape090
Verified Purchase:Yes
I have to say that this is my all time favorite build. I love that it is a functioning vending machine that requires a coin to be inserted before a minifigure is dispended. Only thing I would suggest is to offer more minifigure balls for sale so we can add even more to it.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Posted by: The buddybuilder
Verified Purchase:Yes
Such a good set loved building recommend everyone buy it now love so muchhhhhhh!!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Posted by: IcyFlinx051
Verified Purchase:Yes
I recommend this build for everyone 12 and up. Smooth moving parts and works great
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Customer Rating
5
BEST LEGO IDEA EVER!
on August 14, 2025
Posted by: SkiXpert
Verified Purchase:No
Fun and relatively easy build. Looks like the real thing! Works flawlessly-- just make sure to turn the mechanism gently as it does not take much force to operate. Had some kids turn it hard at first and it would end up separating some pieces by the knob.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO
Posted by: Movieaholic
Verified Purchase:Yes
I enjoyed building this set so very much. I had a lot of fun with it and enjoyed the final result. I would definitely recommend this set!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting LEGO