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LEGO Star Wars Imperial AT-AT vs LEGO Star Wars R2-D2

Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.

By the numbers

The spec sheet.

Metric LEGO Star Wars Imperial AT-AT LEGO Star Wars R2-D2
Rating 5/5 5/5
Pieces 6,785WINS 2,314
MSRP $849.99 $239.99WINS
Price per piece $0.13 $0.10WINS
Verdict Must buy Must buy
Best for Empire fans with both display space and budget — this is a centerpiece set, not a side piece. Star Wars fans who want a flagship-feeling set without the Falcon's footprint or price tag.

Pros & cons

What I actually noticed.

LEGO Star Wars Imperial AT-AT

Pros

  • Tallest UCS Star Wars set ever — over 24 inches
  • Openable cabin reveals AT-AT pilot stations and a speeder rack
  • Includes 9 minifigs with snowtroopers and Imperial officers
  • Posable legs hold real weight without sagging

Cons

  • Same $849.99 sticker as the Falcon — serious commitment
  • Front-heavy; needs to be set down carefully on display
  • Minifig roster is 'cool' more than 'rare'

LEGO Star Wars R2-D2

Pros

  • Rotating dome and a hidden periscope/saber-launcher gimmick
  • Includes a tiny 40th anniversary R2 minifig with bronze plaque
  • Perfect display size — fits anywhere
  • Sub-$250 ticket for a UCS-quality build

Cons

  • Limited posing — the legs are mostly static
  • Some panel gaps are visible up close (a known UCS R2 quirk)

Made up your mind?

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LEGO Star Wars Imperial AT-AT

$849.99

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LEGO Star Wars R2-D2

$239.99

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Comparison generated from our individual reviews. Pros, cons, and ratings come from full hands-on builds — see each review for the complete take.