At a Glance
- Pop Mart and similar brands sell mystery vinyl figures and plush toys online.
- Secret editions drop at ratios as low as 1:168, driving collector demand.
- Prices range from $10 to $30 per sealed box; most ship within days.
Why it matters: Fans avoid sold-out stores and inflated resale prices by ordering direct.
Blind boxes-sealed packages hiding random collectibles-have jumped from Japanese gashapon machines to TikTok unboxing feeds. Cameron R. Hayes tested ten current series that can be ordered online without standing in line or paying scalper mark-ups.
Top Picks for Vinyl Figures
Labubu Alphabet Mini Series
- 26 regular letters plus two secrets (1:168 pull rate)
- 4.13 in tall with keychain loop
- Flocked polyester body, swiveling feet, matching sticker
Cameron R. Hayes pulled the turquoise letter I with green nose and mischievous grin.
Dimoo Shapes in Nature
- 12 designs plus one secret (1:144)
- 2.7-3.9 in height
- Glow, magnetic or connectable bases included
The reviewer received Withering Flowers, a shimmery purple rose-headed figure.
Hirono Reshape
- 9 regular, 1 secret (1:108)
- 3.3-4 in, detachable base
- PVC/ABS build, melancholy theme
Parasite sports scratches, mushrooms, and a bandaged foot.
Care Bears Colorful Hugs
- 9 bears plus secret (1:108)
- 2.3-3.5 in, flocked fur, glitter-filled bellies
- Shaker-style beads inside
Always There Bear, clad in red with heart badge, proved one of the sturdiest figures tested.
Hirono x Le Petit Prince
- 12 designs, 1 secret, 1 super-secret (1:72 and 1:144)
- 3.1-4.7 in, magnets or detachable bases
The reviewer pulled The Rose, thorny stem wrapped around the character standing on a moon base; card quote reads “Of course I love you.”
Skullpanda The Paradox
- 12 plus secret (1:144)
- 2.9-4.3 in, glitter finishes
- Artist Xiong Miao designed the series around uncertainty
The Cyclical Path spins like a top inside its detachable base.
Best Plush & Bag Charms
Hacipupu Gummy Bear
- 6 scents plus secret (1:72)
- 5 in, blueberry scent fades after unboxing
- Keychain-ready, TPE/PVC build
Blueberry edition arrived with crisp stitching and a sturdy loop.
Kimmon You’re the Protagonist
- 6 plush, big & small secrets (1:96 and 1:48)
- 6-7 in, rotatable hands/feet
- Outfit and crown included
Neon doll with detachable crown scored high for display value.
Kimmon Spring New Growth
Same size and chase odds as above, but adds built-in keychain and sunflower-cape theme.
Quick Facts
| Series | Price Range | Where to Buy |
|---|---|---|
| Pop Mart Labubu | $12-15 | Pop Mart official site |
| Dimoo Nature | $13-16 | Amazon, Pop Mart |
| Care Bears | $15-18 | News Of Fort Worth tested via Pop Mart US |
| Hacipupu | $14 | Available at Miniso online |
| Kimmon Plush | $25-30 | Incredible Group store |
What You Need to Know
Blind boxes ship sealed; some contain internal weights to thwart weigh-scalpers. Secret editions can resell for triple retail once supply dries up. Most vendors limit purchases to two per customer during fresh drops.
Key Takeaways
- Order directly from brand sites or major retailers to avoid fakes.
- Expect 1-5 business-day shipping within the US.
- Chase ratios below 1:100 mean multiple boxes are usually needed to land a secret.
- Plush blind boxes offer keychain versatility; vinyl figures excel at desk display.
Cameron R. Hayes confirmed every pick ships now, no waiting lists required.
