Add a Filter to Your Fun!
The perfect aquarium companion

Expand your LEGO Icons Tropical Aquarium with a buildable filter, a hidden creature, and a fish food packet. A fun and realistic addition!

🏛 Promotional
Set #5009823

Fish Tank Filter & Fish Food

The Fish Tank Filter & Fish Food set is a charming little promotional item.

🏆 Best For: Perfect for LEGO fans of all ages who enjoy small, decorative builds. ⏱ 1.5 hr build 🧩 177 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.0

Fans appreciate the set's clever design and ease of build, making it a satisfying quick project. Some feel it's a bit too simple, but most agree it's a charming and unique promotional item.

📝 Our Take

The Fish Tank Filter & Fish Food set is a charming little promotional item. It cleverly recreates the look of a fish tank filter using LEGO bricks, offering a fun and quick building experience.

This set is perfect for LEGO enthusiasts who enjoy small, decorative builds. It's a great addition to a desk or shelf, adding a touch of LEGO whimsy to any space.

Skip this if you're looking for a complex or challenging build. This set is designed for a quick and easy experience, so consider larger sets with more intricate designs if that's your preference.

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🧱 Building Experience

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177
Pieces
1.5h
Build Time
📊
Beginner
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Clever use of transparent blue elements to simulate water.
  • Simple techniques make it an accessible build for beginners.
  • Compact design is ideal for display on desks or shelves.
  • Unique parts usage to create the filter shape.

📈 Investment Analysis

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B
Investment Grade
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As a promotional set, the Fish Tank Filter & Fish Food has potential for appreciation, especially if it's a limited-time offer or exclusive to certain regions. Its small size and unique theme could appeal to collectors looking for unusual LEGO items. However, its low piece count and limited play value may restrict significant long-term gains. Monitor its availability and demand after retirement to gauge its investment prospects.

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Compare Similar Sets

This set is similar to other small promotional sets in that it offers a quick and easy build experience with a focus on display appeal. While it may not have the complexity of larger sets, its unique theme and compact size make it a fun and affordable addition to any LEGO collection. Consider other promotional sets like polybags or mini-builds if you enjoy these smaller LEGO experiences.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 43 unique parts • 177 total pieces

Slope Curved 2 x 1 No Studs [1/2 Bow] Slope Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 11477 Red
Tile Round 2 x 2 with Bottom Stud Holder Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 14769 Black
Brick 2 x 6 Brick 2 x 6
Part #: 2456 Black
Panel 3 x 4 x 6 Curved Top Panel 3 x 4 x 6 C...
Part #: 2571 Trans-Light Blue
Tile 2 x 3 Tile 2 x 3
Part #: 26603 Medium Azure
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Red
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Black
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Medium Azure
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Black
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Medium Azure
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Red
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Orange
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 12× Trans-Light Blue
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Black
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Black
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Red
Plate 4 x 8 Plate 4 x 8
Part #: 3035 Medium Azure
Plate 6 x 8 Plate 6 x 8
Part #: 3036 Black
Brick 1 x 2 without Bottom Tube Brick 1 x 2 witho...
Part #: 3065 33× Trans-Light Blue
Technic Axle 2 Notched Technic Axle 2 No...
Part #: 32062 Red
Technic Brick 1 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 [+ Opening] and Bottom Pin Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 32064a Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Arch 1 x 4 Brick Arch 1 x 4
Part #: 3659 Black
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Medium Azure
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Inverted Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36840 Red
Bracket 1 x 1 - 1 x 1 Bracket 1 x 1 - 1...
Part #: 36841 White
Technic Axle 6 Technic Axle 6
Part #: 3706 Black
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 15× Medium Azure
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 14× Black
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 Trans-Light Blue
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 Trans-Clear
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Red
Tile 1 x 8 with Groove Tile 1 x 8 with G...
Part #: 4162 Black
Plate Special 1 x 4 with 2 Studs with Groove [New Underside] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 41740 Black
Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 Bracket 1 x 2 - 2...
Part #: 44728 Black
Tile Special 2 x 2 with Top Pin [Squared Holes] Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 49153 Red
Brick 1 x 4 x 3 Brick 1 x 4 x 3
Part #: 49311 White
Brick 1 x 4 x 3 with Red Fish, Orange Plates print Brick 1 x 4 x 3 w...
Part #: 49311pr0018 White
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Studs on 2 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 52107 Black
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Red
Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [Side Supports / Hollow Studs] Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [...
Part #: 60581 Trans-Light Blue
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 White
Brick Round 2 x 2 D. Tube with 45° Elbow and Axle Holes (Crossholes) at Each End [SHORT] Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 65473 Black
Tile 2 x 6 Tile 2 x 6
Part #: 69729 Black
Brick Curved 2 x 1 with Inverted Cutout Brick Curved 2 x ...
Part #: 78666 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Stud on 1 Side Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 87087 Dark Red
Slope Brick Curved 2 x 4 x 2/3 No Studs, with Bottom Tubes Slope Brick Curve...
Part #: 88930 Black
Brick Round 2 x 2 [Grill] Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 92947 Black
Tile Round 1 x 1 with Offset Black Eye Print Tile Round 1 x 1 ...
Part #: 98138pr0008 White
This set features a good selection of transparent light blue elements, ideal for creating water effects in MOCs. The black plates and bricks provide a solid base for building, while the medium azure plates add a splash of color.

💎 Notable Parts

Trans-Light Blue Brick 1 x 2 without Bottom Tube (33x) $3.30
Medium Azure Plate 1 x 4 (15x) $1.50
Black Bracket 1 x 2 - 2 x 2 (8x) $1.20
Trans-Light Blue Panel 1 x 4 x 3 [Side Supports / Hollow Studs] (4x) $0.80
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$6.80

💡 MOC Potential

🌳 Small aquarium scene with different fish and plants
🏙 Microscale building facade with water feature
🚗 Miniature submarine or underwater vehicle

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MyBrickTime's review of the LEGO Fish Tank Filter & Fish Food (5009823) highlights its role as a gift with purchase that expands the LEGO Icons Tropical Aquarium. The review details the filter's external placement and the inclusion of a fish food box as key features that enhance the aquarium set.

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MyBrickTime's review of the LEGO Fish Tank Filter & Fish Food (5009823) highlights its role as a gift with purchase that expands the LEGO Icons Tropical Aquarium. The review details the filter's external placement and the inclusion of a fish food box as key features that enhance the aquarium set.

Community Content: These reviews are from Reddit and YouTube users sharing their personal experiences. Opinions may vary.

Charts Inventory Statistics

43
Unique Parts
177
Total Pieces
0
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 1