What is the difference between LEGO Ideas and Bricklink Designer sets?

LEGO Ideas and BrickLink Designer programs are both platforms where fans can design their own LEGO sets, but there are some differences:

1. LEGO Ideas: This is an official platform of the LEGO Group where fans can submit their own designs. If a project reaches 10,000 supporters, it will be reviewed by LEGO for possible production as an official LEGO set. If approved, the design will be fully produced and marketed as a LEGO Ideas set. The designers receive royalties for the sales of their set.

2. BrickLink Designer Program: This is an initiative of BrickLink, an online marketplace for LEGO bricks and sets. BrickLink Designer program allows designers to create and sell their own sets through the BrickLink platform. The designers have complete control over the design and production of their sets. BrickLink provides support for the production and distribution of the sets, but the designers are responsible for the entire process, including marketing and sales. BrickLink designers typically retain a larger share of the profits compared to LEGO Ideas designers.

In short, LEGO Ideas is an official platform of the LEGO Group where fans can submit their designs for possible production as official LEGO sets, while the BrickLink Designer program is a platform that allows designers to create and sell their own sets through BrickLink.