Transformers Blokees Galaxy Version Defender Vol.4 Review

 

 Slowly making my way through my Blokees collection again, I’m closing in on finishing my review of the current Blokees Defenders lineup. Blokees Defender 04 features Rodimus Prime as the poster figure, but, as usual, the roster is largely dominated by the Decepticons.

The main points of interest in Defender 04 are Rodimus Prime’s vehicle mode and the alternate version of Megatron, which almost looks like a protagonist mecha thanks to its unusual color scheme. For the starter Blokees that kicked off the Bruticus combiner components, Defender 04 feels a bit slow, though I expect the momentum to pick up in Defender 05 and 06. I’m looking forward to eventually completing the full Bruticus set in the Blokees Defender series just like what I did with Devastator.

Transformers Blokees Defender Devastator Review

It’s time to review one of the most elusive products from Blokees Transformers until recently: Blokees Defender Devastator! Early in the release, the add-on parts necessary to form the Devastator combiner experienced supply issues with local distributors. For a time, the official Blokees store in the region even enforced a minimum purchase of $50 to obtain the combiner parts. Naturally, this caused some frustration among the local fanbase. Though, in my opinion, some of them did take things too far.

As a collector with some industry experience, personally I don’t think Blokees Devastator really worth the drama. The item was still obtainable within a reasonable term, as long as you avoided FOMO-driven impulse buying and recognized that the consumer market in a developing country is not directly comparable to the U.S. market. It was, however, amusing to see the first-batch units resold for over $20 when supplies were scarce.

From a design perspective, Blokees Defender Devastator is a smart, minimalistic engineering feat. It transforms a set of Devastator vehicles with minimal gimmicks into a 17 cm combiner robot, offering respectable playability for its size. The price point is modest, but the product punches well above its weight.

And Blokees seems to have learned from the initial supply issues, so I expect future releases for Bruticus to be smoother and less dramatic. One thing I just noticed from review Blokees Devastator, Defender lineup doesn’t yet include the complete Devastator team in mecha form. So I’ll be waiting for them to finish the full lineup, just as they did with the Galaxy series.

Transformers Blokees Galaxy Version Defender Vol.3 Review

Continuing from my previous review of the Blokees Defenders series, it’s now time to look at Blokees Defenders 03. This release marks the final piece collectors need to complete the Devastator vehicle forms, providing the remaining combiner parts required to fully assemble Devastator.

One thing that immediately stood out in Defenders 03 is how lopsided the faction representation is. This set includes only three Autobots, compared to nine Decepticons. Interestingly, this imbalance continues into Defenders 04, which almost makes it feel like Blokees might be a secret Decepticon fanboy at heart.

Going forward, I plan to review the Blokees Defenders series on a monthly basis. At that pace, I should be able to fully cover my collection sometime before mid-2026.

Transformers Blokees Galaxy Version Defender Vol.2 Review

Another short review, and we’re heading back to the Blokees Defender Series! With a sizeable Blokees backlog waiting to be covered, I may start accelerating the review pace for this Chinese premier Blindbox lineup, starting with Defenders Vol. 02.

Blokees has truly struck the sweet spot with the Defender Series, giving Japanese manufacturers a genuine run for their money in terms of quantity and affordability. While I’ve been hesitant to spend on the Galaxy versions mainly because I’m not the biggest Transformers fan, I’m more than happy to gobble up the Blokees Defenders line.

Much like Vol. 01, Blokees Defender Transformers Vol. 02 maintains a fairly balanced lineup between Autobots and Decepticons. It also adds more members to the Devastator team, moving us closer to completing the Combiner Robot when paired with Vol. 03. So far, I’ve cracked open three boxes from the Defenders series, and I have to admit that the Super Rare editions are genuinely elusive.

Transformers Blokees Tarn Action Edition

Just as Yolopark released their Tarn action figure, Blokees quickly followed up last month with their premium edition for Tarn in Action edition! This no ordinary privilege given by Blokees considering as Tarn become the 5^th entry of the exclusive Blokees Transformers lineup. Scheduled for Q1 2026 Blokees Tarn Action Edition will be sold for 40 USD Price Tag.

Nowhere as elaborate compared to AMK Pro, but Action Edition Tarn will not disappoint casual or dedicated Blokees Transformers collectors. Blokees rendition manage to capture the imposing  juggernaut figure of upper torso heavy Tarn. Blokees might still have distribution issues for certain products like combiner parts but The Action Edition certainly worth the attention.

Transformers Blokees Wheels CT 01 Optimus Prime Trailer

A few months ago, I was puzzled by Blokees’ decision to release dedicated Transformers vehicle toys in a new lineup called Blokees Wheels. But after coming across a Micro Machines playset, I started to see the potential value of these vehicle-sized figures,especially when used alongside playsets.

Not long after the Optimus Prime truck version debuted in Blokees Wheels Vol. 01, Blokees quickly followed up with an add-on set featuring Optimus Prime’s trailer. Because let’s be honest, a G1 Optimus Prime is never truly complete without his iconic trailer-turned-command-base.

Blokees could’ve simply released a plain trailer with no gimmicks and collectors still gobble it, but instead they went all-in. This add-on includes a minicar plus the full secret-base transformation, just like a proper Optimus Prime toy should. Even better, the interior can apparently store up to nine Blokees Defender-series vehicles.

Given the features, I expect the add-on to cost around $5 USD, which feels reasonable for the amount of gimmick packed into it and likely much easier to obtain compared to Blokees Devastator combiner partswhich is still facing shortages.

I’m looking forward to seeing what other Transformers Blokees Wheels figures might receive the same luxurious treatment that Optimus just got.

Transformers Blokees Galaxy Version Defender Vol.1 Review

 
 Despite my initial apprehension toward this lineup, Blokees Defender for Transformer series has become my mainstay for the series. So far I have obtained 4 Volumes for Blokees Defender and assembled 2, given my current life situation are rather hectic due to preparing to move to new places, the pace maybe getting slower. But at least I will present the review for Blokees Transformer Defender Vol.1.

What appears to be intended product for mass consumption for casual demography still has appeal for collectors that prefer non-commital option like me and Blokees Defender enables obtaining complete set without breaking the wallet. For a very affordable blind box series, Blokees Defender really give Bandai a run for their money since their 500 Yen Gundam capsule toys does face serious challenge with this particular entry of Blokees lineup.

Overall the Blokees Defender toy quality is as expected from 2 USD product but it does certainly win in quantity. I do get special version of Optimus Prime with my copy, while not exactly the rarest secret variant out of this volume it still does give its own sense of satisfaction. If I had spare time in the future, I might even be able to do more highlights on individual basis for these fellows.

Blokees Transformers Galaxy 1-4 Review

 Around last year I got the opportunity to sample some Blokees Transformers myself. As such I bought several Blokees vol 1-4 and want to see the deal behind this Chinese blindbox that become global sensation. Overall my experience for the Blindbox purchase is rather mixed because I got several dupes especially Vol.3.

Regardless of my not so pleasant experience with the random Blokees Blindbox, in terms of product quality, Blokees Transformers is unquestionable. Their products serve as showcase for high quality mass produced consumer products that can only be accomplished with China current technology capability. These blokees product can easily give Bandai Candy Toys a run for their money and pound by pound, not even Gundam Ensembles able to win out this one.

This review will feature 9 Transformers Blokees collection that I got from Vol 1-4 along with Blokees Marvel Blindbox that I got from a particular encounter with this brand. Given the awful randomness of Blokees Galaxy could be and my attachment toward Transformers series, I will most likely stick with Blokees Defenders lineup which the whole set easily obtainable for a price of several Blokees Transformers Galaxy.

Transformers Blokees Defender Devastator

 Well, one of the most anticipated Blokees Transformers product for Devastator has finally arrived around last month! Coming as Combiner parts for existing produk lineup, one of the most imposing Decepticon combiners made it in Blokees Defenders lineup. Devastator might come in the smallest current Blokees Transformers product, but it still comes in the size that demands respect and fear for its stature. At the moment Blokees Devastator Combiner parts is only available in Mainland China as Blokees Club where collectors apparently obtain one by showing proof of their collection. This combiner parts apparently priced in 39 RMB SRP which is actually quite a steal.

Transformers Blokees Soundwave Action Edition

  Soundwave has always been one of my favorite Transformers design, maybe due to the vague childhood memory of having a version of the knockoff toys at some point. Being one of the most popular Decepticons transformers, obviously Soundwave is one of the prime candidate of getting the Action edition by Blokees which was available on Mainland China since 8^th May 2025.

Standing 18cm tall with 45 points of articulation, Action Edition is one of the high end lineup by Blokees offering a Master Grade equivalent for Transformers series. Not sure in the west, but Blokees Transformers Action edition in SE Asia has been relatively affordable. Considering Blokees did try to make the best rendition for Soundwave, personally I am very highly interested with this product and wouldn’t mind to double dip despite I have a copy of Soundwave MPM myself, considering the Casseticons gimmick are pretty good for its price points. Apparently there is a transformed version of Shockwave available as addon for Blokees Soundwave Action edition though I will need to do further check on how to get one. To wrap up this post, I will just leave the reference picture for Blokees Soundwave Action Edition Contents. In near future, I wouldn't be surprised if Shockwave or Starscream will be the one to get an Action edition from Blokees.

Blokees Evangelion Eva-01 Test Type Action Edition Model Kit

 Just shortly after Hatsune Miku model kit announcement, Blokees shows yet another product and this one is a mecha model kit for no other than Evangelion! Having the Eva-01 as the first model, Blokees make an Action Edition model kit that will stand 17 cm and scheduled for Q1 2025 with 169 RMB price tag.

Vocaloid Blokees Hatsune Miku Model Kit - Miracle Version

 After enjoying tremendous success with their Blindbox products for series like Transformers and Ultraman. Blokees deem themselves ready to make some Waifu related products starting with Vocaloid and their eternal mascot, Hatsune Miku! Released as a Model Kit dubbed Miracle version, Blokees Hatsune Miku will be sold for 169 RMB with Q4 2024 - Q1 2025 release schedule.

For a price equivalent to their Blokees Transformer Action Version, Blokees could release a Vocaloid action figure product that could give Figma counterpart a run of their money. For half of the Figma price, Blokees could come up with decent Hatsune Miku product with generous amount of accessories as she comes with plenty of musical instrument and even a concert stage as early batch bonus. Seriously, Blokees got some top talent to work on their products since their portfolios are mainly Mecha and Tokusatsu stuff yet they could come up with good Waifu products.

 If Blokees wish to go with Blindbox products, they could have field day with Miku already who comes with tons of outfits available from Project Diva games or PVC figures. Given the ovewhelming popularity of Miku compared to other Vocaloid characters, I still wonder if other Vocaloid like Kaito, Rin/Len or Meiko will be getting their turn as well, though I could see Luka have a good odds to be getting the same treatment like Miku by Blokees. I will look forward to Blokees future products for other portfolios since they are still quite eager on expanding to mainstream Japanese popular IPs like Pokemon, Saint Seiya and Detective Conan.

October 2024 Loot

  Some hauls arriving from mid of this month! Not as fancy compared to previous batch but overall still a solid addition to my collection. This month got some significant addition for Transformers which I bought some Blokees Blindbox as well as BFF Kalavinka and Trailer Convoy for my KBB Optimus which is totally worth it. On top of that I got my remainder preorder for Macross series which is VF-Hi Metal VF-19 and Tiny Session YF-19. Still waiting for VF-Hi Metal rendition for Macross Plus to follow up someday. The most expensive of the lot is definitely Frame Arms Girl Star Gaogaigar as a gesture for my willingness to invest on Kotobukiya Mecha Musumes. Lastly I got myself Pop Up Parade Marcille which I might consider to sell since I am getting the Figma and SHF Gohan as my part of paying homage to Toriyama Sensei.