In 2025, Pokémon TCG continues to be exceptionally popular, making it hard to source cards at a fair price. With the separated sets of Scarlet & Violet, Black Bolt, and Pokémon TCG White Flare, Destined Rivals flying off the shelves, combined with the excitement surrounding Mega Evolution preorders, price hikes and limited stock create hurdles for affordable purchases.
The positive side? By selecting the right retailers and grasping the market dynamics, you can still secure sealed products, singles, and chase cards without incurring excessive costs. Below are the top deals from trustworthy U.S. retailers, along with advice on where to find singles and how to gear up for new set launches.
Quick links: Current best deals
Destined Rivals Elite Trainer Box — $96.50 at TCGplayer (save $10.61 compared to Amazon)
Destined Rivals Blister Pack — $27.00 at TCGplayer (save $7.66 compared to Amazon)
White Flare Binder Box — $46 at TCGPlayer (save $9.94 compared to Amazon)
Paldea Legends Tin — $29.26 at TCGplayer
Charizard ex Special Collection — $42.63 at TCGplayer (save $10.31 compared to Amazon)
Cynthia’s Garchomp ex Premium Collection — $45 at TCGplayer (save $14.90 compared to Amazon)
Slashing Legends Tin — $29.26 at TCGplayer (save $20 compared to Amazon)
Shining Fates Pikachu V Box — $41.99 at TCGplayer
Where to purchase Pokémon cards in 2025
Top retailers for sealed products
TCGplayer — Ideal for tracking prices and discovering deals from various sellers. Perfect for specific sets or market evaluations.
Amazon — Vast selection and prompt shipping, although prices can vary. Always check against MSRP.
Walmart — Frequent restocks both online and in physical stores, often at or around MSRP.
Best Buy — Strong online preorder offerings with limits on orders to deter scalping.
Target — Efficient in-store stock management; RedCard holders may gain early online access.
Sam’s Club — Member-exclusive bundle promotions; stock levels can differ.
Strategies to avoid paying too much
Understand MSRP prior to buying.
Set price alerts on TCGplayer.
Don’t succumb to FOMO — many sets are restocked within months.
Purchase singles if you’re looking for specific cards instead of risking the cost of boosters.
Where to find Pokémon TCG Singles in 2025
TCGplayer — Top marketplace for singles in the U.S.; accurate market prices and extensive search features.
eBay — Excellent for scarce Japanese cards or older promos; review completed sales for reasonable pricing.
Market movers — August 2025
Big Crashers — Prices declining (beneficial for buyers)
Pikachu — 131/091 — $27.00 (↓48% since January)
Charmander — 109/091 — $20.40 (↓19% since January)
Eevee — SV41/SV94 — $33.13 (↓8% since January)
Glaceon GX — SV55/SV94 — $40.30 (↓33% since March)
Big Climbers — Prices increasing (advantageous for sellers)
Mew ex — 232/091 — $552.29 (↑82% since October 2024)
Charizard ex — 234/091 — $160.00 (↑36% since October 2024)
Umbreon GX — SV69/SV94 — $199.99 (↑19% since October 2024)
Charizard GX — SV49/SV94 — $520.41 (↑20% since October 2024)
Pro tip: Prices frequently drop 1-2 months after release — perfect for acquiring high-value singles.
Pokémon TCG 2025 release schedule and MSRP guide
I’ve outlined new product releases at their MSRP prices, which you can still secure if you preorder from a retailer. The Pokémon TCG market is tough due to several factors, mainly because print runs do not satisfy demand. Until the market is filled with sealed products, use this pricing as a guideline for your budget.
Jan. 17 — Prismatic Evolutions
Theme: Eevee and all eight evolutions, exclusive boxed sets (no standard booster packs).
Links: TCGPlayer, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target
Super-Premium Collection — $89.99
Elite Trainer Box — $59.99
Tech Sticker Collection — $14.99
Poster Collection — $14.99
Binder Collection — $29.99
March 28 — Journey Together
Theme: Return of Gym Heroes-style Trainer’s Pokémon cards. Smaller, more collectible set.
Links: TCGPlayer, Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, Target
Elite Trainer Box — $59.99
Booster Box (36 packs) — $161.64
Booster Bundle — $26.94
Three Booster Blister