A Side-by-Side Look at Pokémon’s $200 Lego Pikachu and Mega Bloks’ $50 Alternative

When fans discovered that Lego had secured the Pokémon license from a competing brick brand, excitement was palpable. However, some enthusiasts are now expressing dissatisfaction over the higher price tags and the differences in design between the Pikachu sets from each company.

After teasing the release in 2025, Lego has unveiled its first Pokémon sets, featuring Eevee and Pikachu. These aren’t the first officially licensed brick toys based on Game Freak’s beloved franchise, though. For years, Mega Bloks held the license and launched over 100 Pokémon sets. To keep things fair, we’ll focus on the two most comparable sets from Mega Bloks: Jumbo Pikachu and Jumbo Eevee, which are similar in size to Lego’s upcoming offerings.

First up is the Mega Bloks Jumbo Pikachu from 2022. When it hit the shelves, this 12-inch Pikachu was priced at $50, often available at a discount if you shopped around. It boasts 806 pieces and features posable arms, legs, ears, and a movable head. This Pikachu has a chunkier design, reminiscent of the classic “fat Pikachu.” Overall, it’s a solid and visually appealing set, though some users noted issues with pieces falling off during assembly. The set includes just the Pikachu figure.

Now, let’s look at Lego’s newly announced Pikachu set. Set to launch in February for $200, it’s a hefty four times the price of the Mega Bloks version. Ouch. When comparing the two, it’s hard to justify the price difference. Lego’s set stands at 13 inches tall, but that measurement includes the brick-built stand. The actual Pikachu build is around 11 inches, similar to the Mega Bloks set, yet it costs $150 more. It does come with over 2,000 pieces, and while Lego’s Pikachu has a cleaner aesthetic with fewer exposed studs, that might not appeal to everyone. A notable downside is that the Lego version seems less posable. However, I do prefer Lego’s take on Pikachu’s hands, which resemble cute paws rather than the blocky, human-like hands of the 2022 set. Lego also includes a brick-built Poké Ball, which is a nice touch, though I could have done without it.

The comparison between Mega Bloks’ Jumbo Eevee and Lego’s Eevee set is less compelling. Both appear to be roughly the same size and are similarly priced. Mega Bloks priced Eevee at $50 upon its 2020 release, while Lego plans to sell its version for $60. A $10 increase for more pieces and a better-looking build seems reasonable.

On the downside, the Lego Pikachu feels like an expensive option that may not measure up to Mega Bloks’ take on the character. While I appreciate the cleaner design and the included stand, the Poké Ball feels like an unnecessary addition, and I wish Lego had included more posable limbs and joints for that price.

In the end, if you’re eager to add a brick-built Pikachu to your collection without shelling out $200, the Mega Bloks Pikachu for $50 or less offers a solid alternative, leaving you with enough cash to grab Lego’s more affordable Eevee set.