Okay, so I grabbed this LEGO Creator Power Mech set for my little cousin's birthday, and wow—it's way cooler than I expected! First off, the 3-in-1 feature is genius. We built the robot (which looks epic with its green armor and boosters), then later took it apart to make the helicopter. Next up: the pickup truck!

The pieces are high quality (duh, it's LEGO), but I was surprised by how sturdy the joints are. The mech’s arms and legs actually move smoothly, and the grabbers can hold tiny stuff. My cousin spent a solid hour pretending it was battling imaginary space monsters.

Small gripe? The size. For the price, I thought it’d be bigger (the robot’s only about 6 inches tall). But honestly, the replay value makes up for it. The instructions are super clear—even my cousin’s 7-year-old sister could follow them with minimal help.

Storage tip: Ditch the box! We tossed everything into a ziplock bag, and it’s survived two playdates without losing a single piece. Also, bonus points for inspiring creativity—my cousin already mashed parts with another set to make a ‘spy car.’

Verdict: If you’ve got a kid who loves building (or you’re a closet LEGO fan), this is a win. Just don’t expect a giant mech—it’s more ‘fun-sized.’