Pokémon plush gift guide by budget
The right Pokémon plush gift depends on three things: the budget, how old the recipient is, and whether they collect a line or love a particular Pokémon. This guide works through the budget bands with the lines and sizes that fit each, using prices from our catalogue.
Under $15: keychains and small Sitting Cuties
Plush keychains (3 to 6 inches, $8.99 and up) and the smaller Sitting Cuties sit here. They are the stocking-stuffer tier and the easiest way to give a specific Pokémon. If the recipient has a favourite, search it by name; almost every Pokémon from the first seven regions exists as a Sitting Cuties. See everything under $15.
Under $25: Sitting Cuties and small Poké Plush
Most Sitting Cuties and the 6 to 9 inch Poké Plush. For a collector, the Sitting Cuties of a Pokémon they do not yet own; the region pages show what is in stock. For a child, a Poké Plush of a starter or Pikachu at 8 inches is the classic choice. See everything under $25.
Under $50: Poké Plush, Pokémon Dolls and collections
The 10 to 15 inch Poké Plush, Comfy Friends, Squishmallows and the Ditto As line. This is the display-piece tier: accurate sculpts, more detail, and the sizes that look right on a shelf or bed. See everything $25 to $50.
Over $50: large and jumbo plush
Plush over 15 inches, up to life size, from $16.99 to $499.99. These are the gifts people remember: a Snorlax to lean on, a 24 inch Eevee, a life-size starter. Check the dimensions on the listing before buying; a "24 in" lying-down Pokémon may be 10 inches tall. See large and jumbo plush.
By recipient
| Recipient | Choose | Avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Under 3 | Comfy Cuddlers (washable terry, no hard parts) | Keychains and anything with a clip or pellets |
| Ages 4 to 10 | Poké Plush 8 to 12 in, Pokémon Dolls, Squishmallows | Delicate posable or wired plush |
| Teen or adult fan | Their favourite Pokémon in the largest Poké Plush you can afford, or a Sitting Cuties they are missing | Guessing the Pokémon; ask, or give the starter trio |
| Collector | Sitting Cuties from a region they are completing, seasonal releases, Ditto As | Duplicates of common Pikachu |
Sizing a gift
Sizes are quoted by the longest side. As a rule of thumb: under 18 cm (7 in) fits in a hand, 20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in) is the size of a small pillow, 38 to 61 cm (15 to 24 in) is a large cushion, and over 61 cm needs its own space. Every listing gives length, width and height in both units.
Questions
What is the most popular Pokémon plush to give?
Pikachu, Eevee, Snorlax and the Kanto starters (Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle) are the safest choices for someone whose favourite you do not know.
Are Pokémon plush suitable for babies?
Only the lines the manufacturer rates for the youngest ages. Comfy Cuddlers are made for this. Most Poké Plush and Sitting Cuties are rated 4 and up because of small embroidered or pellet-filled parts.
Can I have a gift shipped directly to the recipient?
Yes, in any country we ship to. Enter their address as the shipping address at checkout. Prices are not printed on the packing slip. For the UK and EU, the recipient may be asked to pay VAT before delivery, and in the EU a €3 customs duty per item as well. The shipping page has the details.
