Head-to-head
LEGO Ideas The Office vs LEGO Ideas Typewriter
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
Set #21336
LEGO Ideas The Office
Dunder Mifflin Scranton. Fifteen minifigures. The conference room. Stanley's pretzel. Every iconic moment from The Office, in LEGO.
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 The Office | LEGO Ideas Typewriter |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Pieces | 1,164 | 2,079WINS |
| MSRP | $119.99WINS | $249.99 |
| Price per piece | $0.10WINS | $0.12 |
| Verdict | Must buy | Must buy |
| Best for | The Office fans, sitcom collectors, and modular-display builders. | Writers, designers, vintage-aesthetic collectors, and anyone who appreciates working mechanisms over static display. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Ideas The Office
Pros
- 15 minifigures from the show — nearly every named character
- Removable office sections — Michael's office, Pam's reception, Jim and Dwight's desks, the conference room
- Iconic accessories: Stanley's pretzel, Dwight's bobblehead, the World's Best Boss mug
- Best minifig-per-dollar value in the LEGO Ideas line
- Photographs as a complete sitcom set
Cons
- Compact footprint means some character interactions feel cramped
- Some accessories are easy to misplace (Schrute Buck, Dundies)
- Doesn't include the warehouse or break room (just the main bullpen)
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.