Head-to-head
LEGO Star Wars Boba Fett's Starship vs LEGO Star Wars Mos Eisley Cantina (UCS)
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
Set #75312
LEGO Star Wars Boba Fett's Starship
Boba Fett's ship at affordable scale. Smaller than the [UCS Slave I](/reviews/slave-i), bigger than a starter set — the right Boba Fett ship for most builders.
Set #75290
LEGO Star Wars Mos Eisley Cantina (UCS)
The Cantina. Han shot first. Twenty-one minifigures. The most narratively dense Star Wars LEGO set ever shipped — and now retired.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Star Wars Boba Fett's Starship | LEGO Star Wars Mos Eisley Cantina (UCS) |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4/5 | 5/5WINS |
| Pieces | 593 | 3,187WINS |
| MSRP | $49.99WINS | $349.99 |
| Price per piece | $0.08WINS | $0.11 |
| Verdict | Recommended | Must buy |
| Best for | Boba Fett fans without UCS budget, Mandalorian collectors, and play-display hybrid builders. | Star Wars completionists, Original Trilogy collectors, and serious UCS hunters chasing retired grails. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Star Wars Boba Fett's Starship
Pros
- Affordable Boba Fett ship at $50 — fraction of UCS Slave I price
- Rotating cockpit transitions between flight and hover modes
- Includes Boba Fett, the Mandalorian, a Stormtrooper, and Han Solo in carbonite
- Compact footprint — fits any shelf
- Excellent gateway into the Star Wars LEGO line
Cons
- Smaller scale than UCS — no display stand or information plaque
- Some sticker work on the wing panels
- Cockpit rotation is less robust than UCS Slave I
LEGO Star Wars Mos Eisley Cantina (UCS)
Pros
- 21 minifigures — the largest Star Wars LEGO figure roster ever in a single set
- Iconic Tatooine architecture with sandstone-coloured exterior
- Removable roof for full interior staging
- Includes Han Solo, Greedo, Luke, Obi-Wan, Chewbacca, and the entire cantina band
- Retired since 2023 — secondary market up 80%+
Cons
- Aftermarket has crossed $625 sealed
- Roof-removal mechanism is delicate after years
- Some interior detail is sticker-based
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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.