Head-to-head
LEGO Ideas Grand Piano vs LEGO Ideas Tuxedo Cat
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Ideas Grand Piano | LEGO Ideas Tuxedo Cat |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Pieces | 3,662WINS | 1,710 |
| MSRP | $379.99 | $99.99WINS |
| Price per piece | $0.10 | $0.06WINS |
| Verdict | Must buy | Must buy |
| Best for | Musicians, kinetic-LEGO appreciators, and serious LEGO Ideas collectors with substantial display space and budget. | Cat lovers, Ideas animal-sculpture collectors, and gift-givers seeking a sculptural LEGO display. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Ideas Grand Piano
Pros
- Working keys with motorized hammer mechanism
- Bluetooth app integration for actual music playback
- Lifting top panel reveals the strings and hammer assembly
- Working pedals (sustain and una corda)
- Compact bench and music-rest accessories
Cons
- Powered Up motor sold separately (adds $80+ for full functionality)
- App-only music playback — no standalone speaker
- $380 commitment — among the highest LEGO Ideas MSRPs
LEGO Ideas Tuxedo Cat
Pros
- Articulated head, paws, and tail for pose variation
- Iconic tuxedo cat colour pattern (black with white chest and paws)
- Detailed face printing with the recognizable tuxedo-cat eye expression
- Smaller-footprint sculpture — fits any shelf
- Most photogenic LEGO Ideas animal since the original Polar Bear
Cons
- Articulation joints loosen with frequent posing
- Display base is smaller than the build deserves
- Tail-pose mechanism is delicate
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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.