Collector Guides
Funko Pop Sizes Explained
Most people picture one size when they hear "Funko Pop," but the line has grown a lot since it started in 2010. If you've ever ordered what you thought was a regular Pop and opened a 10-inch box, t...
What Is a Chase Funko Pop?
If you've spent any time around Funko collectors, you've heard someone say they "pulled the chase." It's one of the most fun parts of collecting Pops, and it's also one of the most misunderstood. H...
Funko Pop Stickers Explained
That little sticker in the corner of a Pop box can change what it's worth and how hard it is to find. New collectors ask us about stickers all the time at our booth, so here's a plain-English rundo...
How to Spot a Fake Funko Pop
Fake Funko Pops are more common than most people think, especially for exclusives, chases and anything that sells for more than retail. We've been buying and selling collectibles since 2005, and we...
Funko Convention Exclusives Explained
Convention exclusives are some of the most wanted Pops out there. We do a lot of the big West Coast shows ourselves, so we've seen the lines and the sellouts firsthand. Here's how convention Pops w...
How to Protect and Display Your Funko Pops
A Pop that sat in the sun for a year looks very different from one that was kept in a protector on a shaded shelf. If you care about keeping your collection in good shape (or ever plan to sell part...
What Makes a Funko Pop Valuable?
Most Pops are bought to enjoy, not to flip, and that's how it should be. But it's still nice to know which Pops hold their value and why some sell for many times their original price. Here's what a...
The Best Horror Funko Pops for Halloween
Horror Pops have always been some of our best sellers, and every October they fly off the shelves. If you're putting together a Halloween display or starting a horror collection, these are the char...
Thrilljoy PIX! Figures Explained
Thrilljoy has quietly become one of our favorite lines to carry. If you've only collected Funko, Thrilljoy's PIX! figures are worth a look, especially if you like movies, horror and pop culture cha...
Labubu and Pop Mart Blind Boxes for Beginners
Blind boxes have taken over the collectibles world over the last couple of years, and Labubu is a big reason why. If you're new to them and wondering what all the fuss is about, here's what you nee...
Pokemon Booster Box vs Elite Trainer Box: Which Should You Buy?
"Should I get a booster box or an Elite Trainer Box?" is probably the most common question we get about Pokémon cards. The honest answer is that it depends on what you want out of it. Here's how th...
How to Spot Fake Pokemon Cards
Fake Pokémon cards are everywhere, from cheap "mystery packs" online to binders at swap meets. Some are obvious, some are surprisingly good. Here are the checks we use, starting with the easiest. 1...
Should You Grade Your Pokemon Cards?
You pulled something good and now you're wondering whether to send it off for grading. Grading can add a lot of value to the right card, and it can also cost more than it's worth for the wrong one....
How to Store and Protect Trading Cards
It doesn't matter if you collect Pokémon, One Piece or Magic. A good card can lose most of its value from one bent corner or a scratch. Protecting your cards is cheap and easy once you know what ea...
One Piece Card Game for Beginners
The One Piece Card Game has grown fast, and a lot of new collectors are coming in from the anime and manga. If you're trying to figure out where to start and what to buy, here's the simple version....
Magic: The Gathering Play Booster vs Collector Booster
Magic: The Gathering has a lot of different products for every set, and the names can be confusing if you're new or coming back after a few years. Here's what each one is and who it's for. Play Boo...
How to Tell if a Labubu Is Real
Labubu got so popular that fakes ended up nearly as common as the real thing. Collectors even have a name for them: "Lafufus." Some fakes are obvious, some are close. Here's what to check before yo...
Blokees Model Kits for Beginners
Blokees has quickly become one of the most talked-about brands in collectible figures, especially with Transformers fans. If you've seen them and wondered what they are, or which one to start with,...
How to Spot a Fake Loungefly Bag
Loungefly mini backpacks are one of the most copied bags out there, especially the Disney ones. A fake can look fine in a photo and fall apart in a month. Here's how to tell the difference. 1. The ...
Monogram Figural Banks Explained
If you've walked through a comic shop or a convention lately, you've probably seen a row of chunky character busts with a coin slot in the back. Those are Monogram figural banks, and they've become...