Pokémon Boxes

Box sets, Pokéboxes, UPCs: a range tiered from beginner to seasoned collector.
Pokémon sets are not a single product but a family structured into tiers by The Pokémon Company International. Each tier targets a distinct buyer profile, from a first purchase given to a child to a limited-edition collector's item kept sealed in a display case. Identifying the right tier prevents you from paying for items you won't use.

The four levels of Pokémon boxes
Collection Box / V Box / ex Box: entry-level. Typically contains 3 to 4 booster packs + 1 holographic promo card of the featured Pokémon (Charizard ex, Pikachu ex, Mew ex, etc.), sometimes supplemented with a non-playable jumbo oversized card. Ideal as a gift for a child or for a dedicated collector hunting for a specific promotion.
Premium Collection: mid-range. 6 to 8 booster packs, 2 to 3 promo cards, and often a plastic figure of the central Pokémon. Recent Premium Collections (Charizard V-STAR, Mewtwo V-STAR, Miraidon ex) have become display pieces in their own right.
Super Premium Collection: top of the line. 12 to 16 booster packs, multiple promo cards, a detailed miniature, and sometimes a sealed sleeved card edition. The Super Premium Collection 151 is the iconic reference at this level, now permanently sold out on the official circuit.
Ultra Premium Collection (UPC): limited edition, distributed in limited quantities. 16 to 20 booster packs, premium figure, exclusive jumbo cards, limited edition sleeves, themed deck box. The Mew, Charizard, Lugia, and Zacian & Zamazenta UPCs are among the key pieces in the modern Pokémon collection.

The Pokébox Tin (and Mini-Tin), the metal collector's item
Alongside cardboard boxes, Pokébox Tins are reusable metal boxes typically containing 3 to 4 booster packs, a holo promo card, and a code card. The Mini-Tin version includes 2 booster packs and a smaller-sized Pokémon art card. Metal Tins have a dual collector value: the sealed card inside and the box itself. Older Tins focused on Kanto starters or Arceus have become sought-after items for collectors of packaging, regardless of the cards they contain.

Pokémon theme vs. Expansion theme
The box sets are divided into two editorial categories:
Pokémon theme: the box focuses on a single species, regardless of its release expansion. Current examples include Charizard, Mewtwo, Mega Kangaskhan, Mega Lucario, and Mega Gardevoir. These boxes appeal to fans of a specific Pokémon, who are often willing to pay more for a dedicated promotion.
Expansion Theme: The box accompanies the release of a set and features its artwork. Examples: Star Crown, Adventures Together, Transcendent Heroes (ME2.5), Black Lightning & White Flame (SV10.5). Targets collectors of complete sets and players starting with the latest expansion.

The box sets that have already been designated as collector's items
Super Premium Collection 151: a tribute to Kanto Pokémon, permanently out of stock on the official circuit since 2024.
Ultra Premium Collection Mew: limited edition, secondary value continuously rising.
Mega ex Kangaskhan Box: first official appearance of Mega Kangaskhan in the current Mega Evolution cycle, opening piece of a major block.
Mega Lucario + Mega Gardevoir bundle: introductory combo of the Mega Evolution block, often referred to as a collector's entry point.

Why does the gift box remain the ultimate gift product?
For a non-gamer looking to give Pokémon as a gift, this box set offers five advantages that no other format combines:
Neatly presented, ready to give as a gift without additional gift wrapping
Versatility: suitable for both the player who opens immediately and the collector who keeps it sealed
Guaranteed promo card upon opening, regardless of booster pack usage.
Figurine (on Premium and above) that permanently complements a display stand
A range of options to suit every budget: there's a kit for every level, from the beginner child to the experienced adult.

Also worth discovering
• Pokémon
• Pokémon Accessories
• Pokémon Import Asia
• Pokémon Booster Artset

See also
• By extension: Darkest Night (ME05) , Rising Chaos (ME04) , Perfect Balance (ME03) , Transcendent Heroes (ME2.5) , Phantasmagorical Flames (ME02) , Mega Evolution (ME01) , Pokémon 30th Anniversary
• Other formats: Pokémon displays of 36 booster packs , Pokémon Elite Trainer Boxes (ETB) , Pokémon bundles of 6 booster packs , Pokémon blisters, duopacks and tripacks , individual Pokémon booster packs

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Pokémon box contain?
Depending on the format: booster packs, one or more promo cards, and sometimes a figurine, pin, or poster. The exact contents are detailed on each product page.

What is the difference with an ETB?
The ETB is a game kit (9 boosters, card sleeves, Energy cards, dice). The box features promo cards and collectibles.

Are the boxes in French?
Yes, the language is indicated in the product name.