How many pieces are in the Friendly Snails?

Friendly Snails contains 264 pieces.

What age is the Friendly Snails recommended for?

This set is recommended for ages 18+.

When was the Friendly Snails released?

Friendly Snails was released in 2025.

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Set #40788

Friendly Snails

The Friendly Snails set is a delightful and charming display piece.

Before you buy

Who it's for: Ages 18+ · Beginner build Ideal for adults and older children who enjoy relaxing, nature-themed builds.
Build: 264 pieces · about 2 hours Build time is an estimate.
Availability: Past its expected exit (Dec 31, 2025)

★★★★☆ 4.1 community rating from 36 ratings

Reviewers praise the set's charming design and relaxing building experience, making it a delightful display piece for nature lovers. Some suggest the set could benefit from more intricate details or a slightly larger scale to enhance its visual impact.

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📝 Our Take

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The Friendly Snails set is a delightful and charming display piece. With its focus on natural elements and adorable snail designs, it offers a refreshing break from typical LEGO vehicles and buildings.

This set is perfect for adult LEGO fans who appreciate nature and whimsical designs. The build is engaging without being overly complex, making it a relaxing and enjoyable experience. It also makes a great gift for someone who enjoys unique decor.

Skip this if you prefer action-oriented sets or complex building techniques. If you are looking for more challenging builds, consider the LEGO Botanical Collection sets like the Orchid 10311-1 or the Flower Bouquet 10280-1.

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🧱 Building Experience

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264

Pieces

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Estimated Build Time

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Beginner

Difficulty

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13cm × 13cm × 7cm

Dimensions

Build Highlights:

Creative use of parts to create realistic snail shells
Engaging construction of the surrounding environment
Sturdy base for easy display and relocation
Option to detach snails for customizable arrangements

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Investment Grade

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The LEGO Ideas theme often produces sets with good investment potential, especially those with unique designs and broad appeal. The Friendly Snails set, with its charming aesthetic and focus on nature, could attract a wide range of collectors. While not a licensed theme, its originality and display value may drive demand after retirement. However, its relatively small piece count may limit significant price appreciation. Monitor its performance against other Ideas sets to gauge its long-term potential.

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Compared to other display-focused sets like the LEGO Bonsai Tree (10281-1), the Friendly Snails offers a more whimsical and less demanding building experience. While the Bonsai Tree focuses on intricate techniques and botanical accuracy, the Snails prioritize charm and accessibility. This set provides a lighter and more colorful alternative for those seeking a relaxing display piece.

📦 Parts Inventory

Official piece count: 264
Parts cataloged in this inventory: 87 unique parts, 264 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 #: 11477 3× Trans-Bright Green

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Part #: 14769 2× Medium Nougat

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Part #: 15068 4× Dark Orange

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Part #: 15279 1× Dark Green

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Part #: 15573 2× Green

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 1745 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 18674 1× Reddish Brown

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Part #: 22885 1× Yellow

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 22885 1× Red

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Part #: 22885 19× Light Bluish Gray

Brick 2 x 2 Corner

Part #: 2357 2× Green

Plate 2 x 2 Corner

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Part #: 24201 2× Dark Tan

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Part #: 24246 4× Dark Blue

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Part #: 24309 1× Tan

Tile 1 x 4 with G...

Part #: 2431 3× Trans-Light Blue

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Part #: 2431 4× Dark Green

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Part #: 2454b 1× Blue

Plant, Flower Ste...

Part #: 24855 1× Reddish Brown

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Part #: 25269 4× Green

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Part #: 25269 5× Dark Tan

Tile 2 x 3

Part #: 26603 3× Green

Plant, Fern 2 x 3...

Part #: 2682 3× Green

Brick Wedged, Cur...

Part #: 29119 1× Tan

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Part #: 29119 2× Reddish Brown

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Part #: 29120 1× Tan

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Part #: 29120 3× Reddish Brown

Brick 2 x 4

Part #: 3001 1× Tan

Plant, Round 1 x ...

Part #: 30176 3× Sand Green

Plate 2 x 4

Part #: 3020 1× Dark Orange

Plate 2 x 3

Part #: 3021 1× Tan

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 2

Part #: 3022 2× Lime

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 5× Dark Green

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 1× Dark Brown

Plate 1 x 2

Part #: 3023 5× Medium Azure

Part #: 3024 1× Green

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Tan

Plate 2 x 8

Part #: 3034 1× Reddish Brown

Tile 2 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3068b 2× Dark Brown

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 6× Dark Green

Tile 1 x 2 with G...

Part #: 3069b 1× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 32028 2× Dark Orange

Plant, Plate 1 x ...

Part #: 32607 2× Yellow

Plant, Plate 1 x ...

Part #: 32607 2× Reddish Orange

Plate Special Rou...

Part #: 32828 4× Tan

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 32952 4× Dark Bluish Gray

Cone 1 1/2 x 1 1/...

Part #: 33492 1× White

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 3× Dark Green

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 33909 2× Dark Orange

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 2× Green

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 34103 2× Reddish Brown

Tile Special 1 x ...

Part #: 35459 1× Tan

Brick Sloped Doub...

Part #: 35464 1× Dark Orange

Plate 1 x 3

Part #: 3623 2× Black

Part #: 3666 1× Dark Brown

Plate 1 x 6

Part #: 3666 2× Tan

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3679 1× Light Bluish Gray

Turntable 2 x 2 P...

Part #: 3680 1× Black

Part #: 3795 1× Dark Orange

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 3× Dark Bluish Gray

Plate 6 x 6

Part #: 3958 1× Medium Azure

Dish 4 x 4 Invert...

Part #: 3960pr0060 2× Dark Blue

Plate Round 2 x 2...

Part #: 4032a 5× Tan

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 4× Reddish Brown

Tile 1 x 8 with G...

Part #: 4162 6× Black

Plate Special 1 x...

Part #: 41740 6× Reddish Brown

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4304 1× Black

Plate Special 2 x...

Part #: 4304 1× Tan

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Part #: 44375bpr0020 2× Dark Orange

Part #: 49153 1× Black

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Part #: 49307 1× Dark Tan

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Part #: 54200 1× Dark Tan

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 1× Tan

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 54200 1× Trans-Bright Green

Cone 1 x 1 [Top G...

Part #: 59900 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 1 x 12

Part #: 60479 2× Reddish Brown

Plant, Bush 2 x 2...

Part #: 6064 1× Green

Brick Curved 1 x ...

Part #: 6091 2× Tan

Brick Sloped 18° ...

Part #: 61409 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Tile 1 x 3

Part #: 63864 4× Black

Brick Wedged, Slo...

Part #: 64867 1× Dark Bluish Gray

Bar, Angled with ...

Part #: 65578 2× Medium Nougat

Bar, Angled with ...

Part #: 65578 1× Trans-Clear

Tile 2 x 6

Part #: 69729 3× Reddish Brown

Technic Brick Spe...

Part #: 73109 1× Red

Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...

Part #: 79389 2× Black

Plate Round Corne...

Part #: 79491 2× Dark Tan

Brick Special 1 x...

Part #: 80796 1× Trans-Clear

Plate Round 1 x 1...

Part #: 85861 5× Reddish Brown

Brick Sloped 30° ...

Part #: 85984 1× Tan

Tile 2 x 4 with G...

Part #: 87079 4× Olive Green

Bar 3L

Part #: 87994 1× White

Plate 2 x 14

Part #: 91988 2× Reddish Brown

Plate 2 x 14

Part #: 91988 4× Black

Bar 1L with Top S...

Part #: 92690 2× Pearl Gold

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 1× Trans-Bright Green

Tile Round 1 x 1

Part #: 98138 6× Light Bluish Gray

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Part #: 98138pr0208 1× Trans-Clear

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Part #: 98138pr9977 2× White

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Part #: 98138pr9981 2× White

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Part #: 98138pr9989 1× Red

The set offers a good selection of earth-toned colors, including tan, reddish brown, and dark green, which are useful for creating natural landscapes and organic shapes. The inclusion of several 'Special' bricks and plates adds to the versatility of the parts inventory for MOC builders.

Community Insights

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What Reddit Says

No Reddit discussions found for this set.

What YouTubers Say

Based on 5 videos

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

BlockTalk AI

Overall sentiment towards the Friendly Snails (40788) set is mixed, leaning towards neutral. While there's limited direct commentary on the set itself in these specific videos, the general tone is appreciative of new LEGO Ideas and promotional sets, although not overwhelmingly enthusiastic.

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Community Sentiment

Based on 5 YouTube reviews

Not enough Reddit data

YouTube

3.0 /5

Mixed

0% positive

Positive

Mixed

Critical

BlockTalk AI Analysis

What the Community Says

2 YouTube reviews

BlockTalk AI Summary

Reviews touch on LEGO Ideas GWP (Gift With Purchase) sets and new releases, highlighting their charm and display potential, as seen on BrickRexTV. Eurobricks collaborative efforts, like the snail relay mentioned by Beyond the Brick, showcase creative uses of LEGO elements.