Gone are the days kids got to have all the fun; the best Lego sets for adults bring all of the joy of building a new set, but are more complex with a more refined finish.
In recent years, Lego has begun producing a wide range of adult-friendly sets (which are also suitable for older children and teenagers), meaning we had plenty to choose from when compiling our favourites. To whittle it down, we looked at everything from the brick count to the relevancy of the intellectual property, the complexity of the build, and lastly, the look and feel of the finished results.
The best Lego sets for adults available now
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The best Marvel Lego set in 2022
Set no.: 76215
No. of pieces: 2961
Age: 18+
This set is the ultimate statement piece for Marvel fans, standing at a life-size 46cm tall and with a svelte black and grey finish. It also comes with a display plaque and has removable, articulated hands, though there are mixed reports on whether these can close into a fist.
A Transformer Lego set with incredible features
Set no.: 10302
No. of pieces: 1508
Age: 18+
In one of the most impressive engineering feats of Lego, this 35cm tall Optimus Prime set can transform into a lorry without any deconstruction. It has 19 points of articulation and comes with an array of accessories, making it great for Transformers fans who want to both play and display.
The best Harry Potter Lego set
Set no.: 75978
No. of pieces: 5544
Age: 16+
This detailed, four-way configurable set is a must for Harry Potter fans. Featuring fan-favourite destinations including the Weasley Brothers’ joke shop and Flourish & Blotts bookshop, this set doesn’t come cheap, but it measures over a metre wide once complete, and building it is bound to include hours of fun.
The best Lego set for gamers
Set no.: 71374
No. of pieces: 2646
Age: 18+
For the retro gamer, the Lego NES is a boon. It’s an authentic reproduction of the original console and even comes with an ’80s TV. The best part? It actually works. You can also sit a Lego Mario figure on the TV and he’ll react to the on-screen action.
One of the most sophisticated Lego sets
Set no.: 10273
No. of pieces: 3231
Age: 18+
A rare non-franchise Lego set for adults, the Manor von Barron Haunted House is incredibly detailed and features motorised components when paired with Powered Up, meaning you can remotely control it from your smartphone. It’s definitely on the more challenging side, making it excellent for the avid Lego builder.
The best Lego vehicle set
Set no.: 42115
No. of pieces: 3696
Age: 18+
Hailing from the Technic line, the Lego Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 is ideal for car-lovers. Filled to the brim with wonderful and complex details from the V12 engine with moving pistons, steering, and front and rear suspension, this set is certainly pricey, but worth it for the hours of fun.
The best TV series Lego set
Set no.: 75810
No. of pieces: 2287
Age: 16+
This set is retired, but can still be found online through resellers and we simply couldn’t skip over this incredibly intricate masterpiece of a collaboration. It’s a fantastic piece for fans of the show – so long as they don’t have any plans of moving it.
The best Lego Star Wars set for adults
Set no.: 75257
No. of pieces: 1353
Age: 9+
With an array of features made famous by the iconic Star Wars ship, fans of the franchise will be smitten with this Millennium Falcon set. It’s not quite as good as the collector’s edition, but it’s a lot more affordable and still just as authentic.
The best Lego set for Christmas
Set no.: 10275
No. of pieces: 1197
Age: 12+
This is another retired set, but we’d be remiss to skip over our all-time favorite Lego Christmas set from 2020. This two-storey house is perfect for building together and features festive lights for some seasonal cheer.