LEGO 17101 Creative Toolbox is a Boost set valued at $247 for new and sealed sets, up 55% from an original retail price of $159.99. The set retired in December 2022 with annual appreciation averaging 5.33% since. On the used market, values range from $95 to $145 based on condition. Secondary market prices for new and sealed sets typically fall between $220 and $310. It holds steady as recent value gains balance against a drop in member interest.
LEGO 17101 Creative Toolbox is a Boost set released in 2017, containing 843 pieces and no minifigures. The set includes a Move Hub, an Interactive Motor, and a Color & Distance Sensor; the Move Hub features Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity, two built-in encoded motors, an activation button, a tilt sensor, and a light. Builders can create and code five models: Vernie the Robot, the M.T.R.4 rover, the Guitar4000, Frankie the Cat, and the AutoBuilder. Programming is done via the LEGO Boost app’s block-based interface to control movement, sensing, and interactive behaviors.
Sealed copies of Creative Toolbox go for about $247 today. Since it retired, the set has grown roughly 5.3% a year, and our forecast puts it near $258 by this time next year. The average used price is $118 for those in good overall condition. New and sealed listings currently range from $250 to $352. Recent market trends show a period of price correction, with values declining over the past year. The set was available for 64 months, from August 2017 to December 2022.
Collector and Investor Standing
The Boost line found its audience among tinkerers who love the blend of building and coding. With five distinct models like Vernie, it appeals to those wanting interactive play. It is a solid step for fans of this specific robotic tech.
Collector
A steady following
Five reconfigurable robotic builds with app support
Investor
In the middle of the pack
High secondary market turnover from many owners