Popmart Labubu UK Buying Guide: Where to Buy, Prices, Popular Series & Verification
Labubu—POP MART’s mischievous creature from THE MONSTERS by artist Kasing Lung—comes in blind boxes, pendants, and larger display pieces. This guide covers where to buy in the UK, typical price bands, popular series, and a no-nonsense authenticity checklist so you can shop with confidence.
What is Labubu?
Labubu is a collectible character under POP MART’s THE MONSTERS line, known for expressive faces, playful outfits, and formats ranging from mini blind boxes to statement-size figures—great for beginners and seasoned collectors alike.
Popular Series (fan favourites)
- Big Into Energy (Vinyl Plush Pendant Blind Box): punchy colors and playful props; highly giftable.
- Exciting Macaron (Vinyl Face Blind Box): macaron-inspired palette; frequently sells out.
- Have a Seat (Vinyl Plush Blind Box): seated poses with cute accessories; compact and display-friendly.
Where to Buy Labubu in the UK
- DOUBLE BOXED (recommended): UK shipping, authenticity guaranteed, regular drops across blind boxes, dolls, and pendants. Browse our Labubu collection.
- Official & authorised retailers: POP MART UK and trusted partners. Avoid marketplaces with unclear provenance.
Labubu UK Price Guide (typical retail)
Pricing varies by series, license, and release. Use these ranges as a quick anchor.
| Category | Typical UK Retail |
|---|---|
| Blind Box (THE MONSTERS sub-series) | £14–£18 per single box; secret/chase figures may resell higher |
| Vinyl Plush Doll (standard display pieces) | ~£80+ |
| Vinyl Face Doll (higher-tier face sculpt) | Up to ~£164 on select releases |
| Pendant / Keychain (bag/letter/vinyl plush pendants) | £14–£18 |
| Collector Tier (MEGA / 400%) | ~£250+ in the UK; overseas MSRP references vary |
How to Verify Authentic vs Counterfeit (checklist)
1) Check the Box
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Holographic logo
Authentic: crisp, slanted holographic stripes with clean light reflection
Counterfeit: patchy reflection; indistinct or blurry stripes
Hologram stripes — authentic vs counterfeit. -
Box texture & colour
Genuine: sturdy carton with a slightly off-white tone; cover art has raised embossing
Replica: bright pure-white, softer board; cover art looks flat and smooth
Embossed cover (authentic) vs flat print (replica). -
Side-panel print quality
Official: sharp lines and vivid colours
Knock-off: fuzzy edges; colours appear dull/greyish -
Anti-fake QR
Legit: scratch code digits are clear and tightly spaced; scan resolves to POP MART’s official domainfwsy.popmart.com
Bootleg: blurry digits; redirects to non-official sites
2) Check the Figure
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Sole imprint
Authentic: even, smooth lettering; look for a clear circled “C” before “Kasing”
Counterfeit: imprint is rough, too deep/too shallow, or muddy
Sole imprint — circled “C” before “Kasing”. -
Eyes
Genuine: eye whites fit the socket with no gaps; pupils show a colour gradient with fine sparkle
Replica: visible gaps/rough edges; pupils are flat, single-colour
Eye gradient and fine sparkle on genuine figures. -
UV reaction
Official: under UV light (blacklight), eyes, teeth, and toes glow
Knock-off: no glow
Under UV: glow on eyes, teeth, and toes. -
Materials & seams
Authentic: short, dense, velvety fur; hidden seams; firm, full stuffing
Dupe: shiny/cheap fur; large visible seams (“centipede legs”); under-stuffed body
Bottom line: The fastest, most reliable checks are QR → official domain, circled “C” on the sole, eye gradient/sparkle, and UV glow.
FAQ
Do all authentic Labubu figures glow under UV?
Genuine pieces typically show glow on eyes, teeth, and toes under UV.
Is a QR that opens a personal or random site valid?
No. It should resolve to POP MART’s official anti-fake domain: fwsy.popmart.com.
What’s the quickest in-store check?
Scan the QR and confirm the circled “C” on the sole imprint; then glance at the eye gradient.
CTA & Guarantee
Shop our Authentic Labubu Collection with UK shipping and easy returns. Questions before you buy? Contact us—we’re happy to help.
