Because of the small amount of material, Sinocoelurus has attracted little attention since its description, outside of reviews. It is usually considered a nomen dubium of either coelurosaurian\coelurid affinities (if the source predates the acceptance of Coelurosauria as a wastebasket taxon as traditionally used), or uncertain theropod affinities (if published after this).
Sinocoelurus is often considered a doubtful name, either belonging to coelurosaurian or uncertain theropod affinities. Its taxonomic placement has been debated based on the available material and the evolving understanding of dinosaur classification.