Head-to-head
LEGO Ideas Jaws vs LEGO Ideas Typewriter
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
Set #21350
LEGO Ideas Jaws
The Orca. The shark. The bigger boat moment. And a sinking-ship display mode that absolutely steals the show.
Set #21327
LEGO Ideas Typewriter
The keys press. The carriage moves. The paper scrolls. This is one of the cleverest mechanical builds LEGO has ever shipped — and it's now retired.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Ideas Jaws | LEGO Ideas Typewriter |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Pieces | 1,497 | 2,079WINS |
| MSRP | $149.99WINS | $249.99 |
| Price per piece | $0.10WINS | $0.12 |
| Verdict | Must buy | Must buy |
| Best for | Jaws fans, Spielberg-era movie collectors, and LEGO Ideas builders who appreciate scene-specific source material. | Writers, designers, vintage-aesthetic collectors, and anyone who appreciates working mechanisms over static display. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Ideas Jaws
Pros
- Two complete display modes: intact Orca + sinking Orca
- Articulated shark figure with hinged jaw
- Three minifigures: Brody, Quint, Hooper — all film-accurate
- Captures both the comedy and the horror of the source material
- Best LEGO Ideas movie set since [Home Alone](/reviews/home-alone)
Cons
- Sinking-mode reconfiguration takes 15+ minutes — not a quick swap
- Shark scale relative to the boat is artistic, not anatomical
- If you've never seen Jaws, the set's storytelling lands less hard
LEGO Ideas Typewriter
Pros
- All 36 type bars actually move when you press the keys
- Carriage advances and the paper scrolls — fully working mechanism
- Vintage aesthetic that doesn't look like a LEGO set on a shelf
- Now retired — secondary-market value has risen 40%+ since 2024
- Excellent build pacing, never a dull bag
Cons
- Retired status means you're paying $300–$400+ on the aftermarket
- Type-bar mechanism is delicate — keep cats and toddlers away
- Doesn't actually print, despite what the box photography implies
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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.