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5 Best LED Funko Pop Case Display Ideas For Collectors

Nothing beats the beautiful sight of a Funko Pop gloriously standing in a display shelf or case, which is why many collectors go through hoops to find the perfect display option for their figurines. At best, display shelves and cases can protect and preserve our Funko Pops. But to bring out their radiance and splendor, Funko Pop display with lights is inevitable. So are you ready to bring out the ‘Wow’ factor in your Funko Pops collection? These five LED lights options may be the best thing you ever did for your Pops.  1. Customized Funko Pop Glowbox (Silver Edition) by Float Pop Want to raise your Funko Pop display to another level? Then get this Customized Funko Pop Glowbox. They not only keep your pop dust-free, but they also preserve their mint state. Each box can perfectly fit a four inches Funko Pop. Their expertly designed LED Lights annihilates…

Figurine vs. Figure – What is the Difference?

What’s the difference between Figurine vs. Figure? We break down all you need to know to define these types of toys for all ages.  Are you new to the world of collecting figures? Or are you looking to switch between figures and figurines, and you don’t understand the difference?  This piece will let you in on the differences and similarities between Action Figures and Statues. You will also discover some factors that can influence your decision when buying an action figure or a statue.  Let’s dive in:  Action Figure vs. Figurine First, it is imperative to note that figurine is a related term of the figure. However, like nouns, the two terms differ. Figurine refers to a diminutive curved or molded figure, also known as a statuette.  On the other hand, a figure refers to a drawing or representation passing on information. Here’s a great video that illustrates the difference…

Why Funko Pop Sun Damage Is Real & How To Prevent It

As a Funko Pop collector, our top concern is protecting our collection and what it’s worth. Mint pop boxes and acrylic pop figures makes us happy, and we don’t want funko pop sun damage to ruin our collection. We will share collector tips on how to prevent funko pop sun damage  and minimize the effects of UV rays. It’s important to remember UV rays from sunlight can do real damage to these fantastic toys.  Can Funko Pops Get Sun Damage?  Do Funko Pops fade?  Yes, Funko Pops can get sun damage when exposed to Ultraviolet lights for long periods of time (many hours, days or months), especially when these acrylic vinyl figures are unprotected outside of their box or a pop box protector. On sunny days with clear skies 100%,  scattered clouds 89%, broken clouds 73%, and overcast skies 31%, UV rays come through. A fellow Redditor explained their chrome…

How to Identify & Prevent Buying a Fake Funko Pop

Raise your hand if you’ve bought a fake Funko Pop. Ouch!  Sometimes we buy one, and we don’t even know if we’ve bought one. How do we know if a funko pop is fake? Is there phony funko pops out there in the market? Sadly, yes.  Well, these are the right questions. Don’t worry; you are not alone. Funko Pops have garnered recent attention that it’s valuable to learn how to identify fake funko pops. Learn How To Prevent Buying Fake Funko Pops Quickly.  Many collectors have ended up with fake figurines. The most painful part is that they bought them at the price of their counterpart. That can hurt. But what if we can show you how not to make that mistake ever again? When buying funko pops online, it’s essential to look at the pop’s bottom to ensure a number is associated with it.  Identifying fake funko pops…

Why Are Funko Pops So Popular? First-Ever Pops Look

Funko’s remain relevant no matter the environment, even when times are tough. Yet, for most, Funko Pops suddenly started appearing in stores — before they took the internet by storm. It raises the question, what makes these plastic vinyl figures so desirable?  Funko Pops are popular because of three factors:  1. Affordability: They are cheaper than most figurines or toys. Averaging between $15 to $25 depending on what’s available and where you buy them. 2. Nostalgia: Each pop line represents a character, tv-series or movie making for fans to fully appreciate it even more. 3. Longevity: Funko.Inc has been selling these figures for more than 8+ years and has built a brand others admire. And there’s a Pop for everyone. Why Funko Pops Became Popular Funko has numerous licenses to brands and characters other companies simply can’t compete with, giving them an advantage. Since all the pop lines make it easy to buy…

What Makes a Funko Pop Rare?

Collecting $1000 plus funko pops comes down to understanding what makes a funko pop rare in the first place. We break out all the different factors that makes a funko pop rare so you can identify them quickly and effectively. It’s amazing how these tiny figurines standing just about 3.75 inches tall and 4 ounces in weight could take the world by storm. Since its first launch in 2011, Funko Pops have held its collectors captive. But wait, they are not the ones holding unto collectors; it’s the other way round! With the increase in the demand for Funko Pops, collectors find themselves nearly chasing their tails in a bid to get their preferences. And as Funko launches new designs, more and more of these toys become rare Funko Pops! The real question is ‘does luck play a role in finding rare funko pops?’ or ‘can you find rare funko…

How to Hang Funko Pops on Walls or Ceilings

Do you want to display your funko pops differently? Common question collectors have ‘how to hang a funko pop on the wall?’ or ‘how to hang a funko pop on a ceiling?’.  We’re going to share multiple methods for getting your funko pops or action figures hung properly.  Moreover, we listed the different ways to showcase funko pops when hanging them on walls or from the ceiling.  But, first, we will want to tackle how we prevent damaging our figures when hang funko pops on the walls?  Let’s dive in.  How to Hang Funko Pops on Walls Safely The best way to hang funko pops on a wall safely without damaging the outer box, or the figure itself is by using the ‘Floating Pops’ approach. When displaying floating funko pops, it’s all about how you position the box on the wall that makes the desired perspective without actually messing up…

How to Sell Funko Pops Online Quickly & Be Profitable

Selling Funko Pops online doesn’t have to be difficult, and making a profit comes from knowing which pops are most valuable or rare. In this article, will share how to sell funko pops for profit, the process for flipping funko pops and what you need to know to get started.  How To Sell Funko Pops Quickly It might seem obvious — a simple use case of uploading a photo of the figure to a marketplace like eBay or Mercari and listing the Funko Pop for a reasonable price. However, you want to see your beloved figure turn a decent profit— and the uncertainty of whether it will or not can be a source of anxiety.  We’re here to help you overcome that with the definitive guide on how to sell Funko Pops online and offline. Let’s dive in.   What’s the Best Way To sell Funko Pops? (3 Options) We share three ways…

12 Best Video Game Funko Pops for Toy Collectors

The video game industry is one of the world’s largest, so it’s hardly surprising Funko is capitalizing on it with video game Funko Pops. Did you know there’s over 600+ gaming Funko Pops? That’s a lot.  We’ve compiled a list of the 12 Best Video Games Funko Pop to help narrow it down for you. We wanted to share Funko Pops that are popular and highly sought-after, since the gaming space continues to grow.  Halo — Master Chief with Active Camo #12 (E3 2018 Limited Edition Exclusive) Halo Infinite — Spartan Mark VII with VK78, Blue & Yellow #15 Fortnite — P.A.N.D.A. Team Leader #515 Sonic The Hedgehog — 30th Anniversary Classic Sonic #632 Sonic The Hedgehog — 30th Anniversary Silver the Hedgehog #633 Street Fighter — Ken #138 Street Fighter — Dan #142 League of Legends — Miss Fortune #09 League of Legends — Jinx #05 Overwatch — Zenyatta…

12 Rare Vaulted Harry Potter Funko Pops List for Collectors

There’s more to the Harry Potter universe than Harry himself. If it weren’t for his friends, his teachers, and Dumbledore’s Army, he’d never have made it through the seven years at Hogwarts he did.  To honor that, we’ve compiled a list of 12 rare Vaulted Harry Potter Funko Pops. These vaulted pops are no longer being produced from Funko and are worth adding to your collection if you see them around.  When you think of the famous phrase, “The Boy Who Lived,” you may think it refers to the fact that Harry Potter was the only survivor of Voldemort’s attack on Godric’s Hollow. That isn’t quite the case. In fact, “The Boy Who Lived” refers to the fact that Harry Potter is a boy immortalized as a Funko Pop on your shelf—living forever. And like finishing Harry’s 7th year at Hogwarts, these 12 Funko’s Pop’s have left the shops for good.…