How many pieces are in the Birthday Buddy?

Birthday Buddy contains 134 pieces.

When was the Birthday Buddy released?

Birthday Buddy was released in 2016.

🏛 Seasonal

Set #40226

Birthday Buddy

The Birthday Buddy is a charming and customizable seasonal set.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Beginner build Great for kids and adults looking for a quick and fun build to celebrate birthdays.
Build: 134 pieces · about 1 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Likely retired

★★★☆☆ 3.7 community rating from 14 ratings

Fans appreciate the Birthday Buddy for its cute design and easy build, making it a great gift or small display piece. Some wish it included more customization options beyond the birthday banner.

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📝 Our Take

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The Birthday Buddy is a charming and customizable seasonal set. This little bear makes a delightful desk decoration, perfect for celebrating birthdays year-round.

This set is perfect for LEGO fans of all ages looking for a small, fun build. The posable arms and rotating head add a playful element, and the customizable birthday banner is a nice touch.

Skip this if you prefer larger, more complex builds. Consider other seasonal sets like the Thanksgiving Turkey (40204) or Valentine's Dinner (40236) for a different holiday theme.

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🧱 Building Experience

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134

Pieces

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1.0h

Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

Build Highlights:

Simple and straightforward building process
Posable arms and rotating head for added playability
Customizable birthday banner with letter tiles
Sturdy design suitable for display

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Investment Grade

⏳ Retired

The Birthday Buddy, being a retired seasonal set, has a moderate investment potential. Its relatively low piece count might limit significant appreciation, but its appeal as a gift item and the LEGO brand's enduring popularity could lead to gradual value increases. The stable price trend suggests it's holding its value well. However, the lack of unique or rare parts may hinder substantial gains.

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⚖ Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other small seasonal sets, the Birthday Buddy offers a unique customization feature with the birthday banner. While sets like the Easter Bunny (40237) or Halloween Cat (40272) offer different holiday themes, the Birthday Buddy's generic appeal makes it suitable for year-round display. Its lower price point compared to larger sets makes it an accessible option for casual collectors.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 134
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 33 unique parts, 134 pieces

Missing a piece? Check this set piece by piece, with look-alike colors flagged and element IDs for replacements.

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Part #: 11153 6× White

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Part #: 11153 6× Medium Azure

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Part #: 14417 2× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 14769 4× White

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Part #: 15068 4× Reddish Brown

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Part #: 22890 2× Dark Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 2× Reddish Brown

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Part #: 24947 1× Yellow

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Reddish Brown

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 1× Medium Azure

Brick 1 x 1

Part #: 3005 3× White

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 6× White

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 1× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 4× Medium Azure

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 7× White

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 6× Medium Azure

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 8× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 4× Black

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× Medium Azure

Plate 1 x 1

Part #: 3024 1× White

Plate 4 x 4

Part #: 3031 1× Tan

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Part #: 30414 3× Light Bluish Gray

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Part #: 33291 1× Bright Light Orange

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× White

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 4× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 4

Part #: 3710 3× Medium Azure

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Part #: 3795 3× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 6

Part #: 3795 1× Dark Bluish Gray

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Part #: 59900 1× Trans-Yellow

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 6177b 1× Black

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Part #: 63965 2× White

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 1× White

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 87087 8× Reddish Brown

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 2× Bright Pink

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Part #: 27106 1× [No Color/Any Color]

The set features a good selection of reddish-brown and medium azure elements, useful for creating earth-toned or aquatic-themed MOCs. The inclusion of curved slopes and SNOT bricks allows for interesting building techniques in a small-scale build.