Nice review! Interestingly, the retail release only comes with one sword. Also, it doesn't come with the teal blast effects, only the blast effects with same mold as Omega Supreme's. Lastly, you got a different blue effect for the matrix. It seems what you got was the effects for Hot Rod's matrix.

I recommend looking at the included instructions for the intended transformation sequence. You'll have a much better experience. Also you'll see that the front wheels compress into his shoulders and his forearms extend from his elbows a tiny bit in robot mode.

Hasbro seems to think that they can justify a ridiculous price by giving us blast effects. I am still very excited about getting this guy though. Even if I think he's way too expensive.

I love it! Hey Chef you actually made the transformation look easy! As always excellent review brotha 👏

I am pretty sure I can find a way to transform this guy smoothly when I get him. Otherwise, great review!

I love your videos keep it up this is great

I can't wait to get this guy...I was just excited to get Jetfire. It's the kind of figure you'd keep out on the shelf and constantly fool with. The paint is lovely. I'm with you on the transformations..it's not friendly to fingers..may even need to do some shaving with a file.

That’s a mean ass looking Rodimus Prime. Galvatron doesn’t look as scary next to him.

Your one of my favorite reviewers but I’m hating that your having more fun than me at the moment…at the moment 😂 Cheers bud

I got this figure and the engineering is crazy. Strange that you get 2 swords. Should only get 1 sword which is the sword of primus. Blast effects for the matrix is different too, You got the 86 hotrod one and not the rodimus prime ones. Strange... how they handle the items during packaging process I wonder? Great review 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👏🏻

Great 👍video I enjoy very much good job 👏. Also you got lucky cause you got a extra sword. 😀. Because the figure only come with one sword.

I finally got a hold of this figure, and the only thing I disagree with is the transformation. The transformation was actually very intuitive for myself. But then again I’ve been transforming the new DS Starscream, fan toys Cyclonus, etc. but this one actually seemed pretty easy to me. Once you’ve done a few MP’s this was easy as pie.

At the end where you show off tracks going into optimus' trailer i got a Knightrider vibe. Retool tracks for KITT and optimus for the Knight Industries truck.

I really want this figure but the price....and plus I'm also broke well time to save. (I wished he was leader but oh well, great review btw)

My all time favorite transformer. 😍 He's no optimus.But dam he's cool. 😎 Great review chefatron.

Dude! You missed the chance of doing a captain planet joke! Naw it's all good. Figure looks awesome. Keep up the good work

No regrets passing on the MP ver. This is my only RP variant and it did not dissappoint!

In my opinion, he is an amazing figure. Anyway, great review.

So exited for when he gets released

honestly i think the transformation on this figure is challenging thats what makes it fun for me it gives me a real challenge cause i just got this guy on amazon

The Black plastic that goes into the exhaust is Oil. To make the roads slick.

Got this guy yesterday love it

Lining up the tabs at the end reminds me a bit of trying to align many of my Xtransbots alt modes.

Here's my two cents......I do think you are being a bit harsh on your review based on transformation. Yes, it is a bit clunky...but it does get easier after a few times. It is a great figure, maybe not a 10 out of 10...but a solid 8 or 9. One of the better modern figures. Second...your Rodimus is different than mine. I only got one sword and all my effect parts were the darker blue, I did not have any teal effect parts. Also, in your video the mismatched reds are very obvious...on my figure I really had to look closely to notice the mismatch. While the accessories are cool, they aren't anything I will ever use. I think a Leader Class like Optimus Prime with his trailer would make much more sense.

Fantastic review Chefatron!!! I'm still undecided on getting Rodimus Prime, since I have the Power of the Primes versoin of him, and I'm not as excited for Rodimus Prime as I was for the previous commander class sized figures. Keep on being amazing.

This Rodimus can be an update to SS-86 Hot Rod in terms of : Engineering , Quality and accuracy

I love this rodimus prime figure than the power of the primes one

I've have a lot of issues with my copy. Leg wheel covers don't stay closed in robot mode, also were ridiculously tight. His wings don't peg into the windscreen. Vehicle mode when connected to the trailer it's not flat, the middle wheels lift off the ground. I only got one sword ☹️

Sir you are located in Metro Manila right? Just curious where you bought this figure here in Metro Manila? Hope you read this comment since I am also interested getting this one. Thanks in advance

I love how everyone call Rodimus a Winebago, but he's actually not based off of that. Also, a winebago is much bigger than you think.

i recently got commander class skylynx and was blown away from him so i"m more iffy on rodimus now

Vehicle scale between Rodimus and Magnus: it's too large (yeah, yeah, that's what she said) Seekers: Allow us to introduce ourselves

Please tell us more about the evil black glossy polutants!

I know a lot of collectors have been c collecting for a decade or longer so their used to size determining class & price point...the CHUG figures of yesteryear were pretty much bricks imo which is why I didn't start collecting until Hasbro & Takara Tomy stepped their engineering up with WFC (although PRIME & POTP was ok)...I feel like we have to get away from "size" & focus on "engineering quality"...these modern figures are killing it in quality...I wouldn't purchase 2 POTP Rodimus Primes over 1 Commander Class WFC Rodimus Prime...as a CHUG collector who can't get EVERY figure in MP I am thankful I can collect & my shelves look great...I don't mind this price point at all for great looking figures like this & pretty much ALL of WFC...CHUG is "almost" making MP collectors jealous & 2nd guessing...jmt

Does that mean Rodimus is a dirty diesel with its DPF removed? I’m not using the black smoke things when mine comes tomorrow I like to think he has at least a v12 petrol

Thanks for the review, and extra thanks for the very (very) end. Aside, when is the next Chefatron "chef" video?

lol never would've thought i'd love this figure. I personally never really liked kingdom figures that doesn't transform into beast mode (i.e. those who didn't appeared on the beast wars cartoon), but yeah this might be the only one i liked on the kingdom line that doesn't transform into beast mode. One thing to note about the transformation tho, i think you were doing it wrong. Not exactly wrong but you're doing it on a not-smooth way. It's possible to tab the arms on the sides very easily, you have to align them and tab them to the sides BEFORE you bring down the back panel, save you a lot of time.

Now scared he'll drop this month too along with Galvatron. Was hoping to save up more while waiting for them for a few more months :)))) I'll see for myself if I hate that complex transformation or not. Not gonna be a favorite and probably won't ruin the figure and everything else I like about this big boi, but will see if I outright hate it. I dunno if he'll be sold cheaper, but good thing I still PO'd him with Hobby Korner coz that PO price looks to be the cheapest he'll ever be. Still certainly not a fan of the trailer and accessories jacking up the price. But even without that obligation, he's still really the best option to pair with the current figures, which I have. Just wish he was like only 4000 than near 5000

Your reviews r great dude!

found it on clearance!

He looks a bit small in bot mode compared to Galavatron and Optimus Prime..

I think he's only supposed to come with one sword and the light blue blast effects are from a different box set. Why do you have so much extra?

What is the name of the intro song. I have heard of it before, but can't recall what's it name is.

Best Commander Class figure

Rodimus Prime is Epic

Love your review chef!

Was not thrilled when this was initially announced, but upon seeing reviews it certainly looks better and well made than anticipated. Doesn’t justify the Commander price though.

It's not a Winnabago it's a Truck. Where's the Side Door? How does one get from the Cab up into the trailer? It's a Futuristic Truck.

The best review for this toy. Thanks.

I don’t necessarily agree with Everything you said for the simple fact(s) of the transformation as you mentioned.… Also, he doesn’t scale in robot mode. Well with Masterpiece figures as does DX9 Carry - I DO realize that he isn’t supposed to, but this is simply points of view 😊

With the release of this figure and the ss 86 figure do we still need Potp Evolution Rodimus/hot rod?

Is he suppose to come with two identical swords or…

Great figure but Lots of unnecessary Accessoires. You didn't Show the matrix chamber😔

Good 👍!!!!

OPTIMUS PRIME: ARISE RODIMUS PRIME RODIMUS: THIS IS THE END OF THE ROAD GALVATRON.

Rodimus Prime Never ever had a targetmaster. Just Hot Rod Did & That was After he was Rodimus Prime.In the rebirth After Optimus came back, When Hot rod gave up his leadership & just stuck around

You forgot to transform the wheels on his shoulders

Wait I thought he has one sword

Question does rodimus prime come with two swords

I thought he only came with one sword

Arise Rodimus prime.

they made rodimus into a commander but Optimus is a leader.

Great video. Funny about the pollution. True.

Yep sticking with potp, im not fond of overly complicated transformations

Thats not pollution. They are beef jerky blades lol

Just based on the extra detail and extra panel lining looks like this particular Rodimus Prime is based on his Studio Ox design like the DX 9 Carry figure as opposed to the original G1 design which looked kinda derpy like the original masterpiece figure.

ang pogi po tlga ni hotrod este rodimus

Arise!!!!

He is great looking rodimus but still not for that price point

That ost rocks

This looks fine but, if the transformation becomes a pain, what's the point? Also, can we move on from G1? I would love an IDW Rodimus from Hasbro, without having to pay a small fortune for a 3rd party one... let's face it, IDW designs wipe the floor with G1 desigs while still being inspired by them.

Sound effects not included

Wish the face was a bit "younger" but this will a nice possible end for my collecting TFs.

Leader class figure being sold as a commander,this figure might be equal to ultra Magnus in size, weight and assecories.

Impressive

great review chef !! Yes Hasbro always used cheap tactics to justify more money .. shouldnt the joint areas be using a more expensive durable plastic? Common sense rite ...anyways overall a A great figure ... Just picked it up !!🤟

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Rodimus

😂🤣😂 14:11 getting a little x-rated with the figure there buddy?

2 swords? What

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Yeeeeeah no, not worth the Commander Price point, size classes are a joke, it actively feels like Hasbro is scamming us. The only way I would ever buy it is if I see it on heavy clearance, I'm not paying a cent more than what a leader class toy would.

I'm gonna have to disagree on the transformation, at least with SS86 Hot Rod. I got it in two tries and now I cant stop transforming him, I do it almost everyday. Amazing video otherwise

That’s what she said.

You're 100% correct about the tabs of doom and the foot transformation not having enough room clearance. It's a damn shame Rodimus was engineered like this, because it's literally going to break if you transform him over n' over.

The scale is off just so hasbro could charge commander price for essentially a leader class figure. Really should’ve been a leader figure and they could’ve done another toy for commander.