How to Get a LABUBU Secret Edition: Tips for Collectors

LABUBU, one of POP MART’s most beloved characters, has won the hearts of collectors worldwide with its playful charm and themed blind box series. Among all the figures, the “secret edition” (also called hidden figure or chase) is the most exciting—and rarest—prize to collect. These hidden versions are not shown on the box and appear randomly, making them highly valuable and desirable.

So, how can you improve your chances of getting a LABUBU secret edition? While there’s no guaranteed method, here are some tips that may increase your odds and help you collect smarter.

1. Understand the Odds

Each blind box series contains 1 or 2 hidden figures that are randomly inserted into cases.

• Common ratio: 1 secret figure per 72 blind boxes
• Some series have ultra-rare secrets at 1 per 144 boxes or more
• A full case (usually 12 boxes) gives you no guarantee of getting a secret

It’s all about luck—but strategy helps.

2. Buy a Full Sealed Case

While not guaranteed, buying a sealed case of 12 blind boxes increases your chances of getting:

• A complete standard set (no repeats)
• Possibly 1 hidden edition (randomly replaces one figure in the case)

Tip: Make sure it’s a factory-sealed case, not handpicked or opened.

3. Don’t Buy Single Boxes from Open Cases

If you buy a single blind box from a display in a physical store, especially near the end of a release cycle:

• There’s a low chance the hidden figure is still available
• Some sellers open boxes secretly to find secrets, then resell the rest

Risk of being left with only common figures

4. Shop at Launch Time

Buy blind boxes or cases right after a new series is released, especially from:

• Official POP MART stores
• Authorized resellers or partners
• POP MART's official website or app

Early purchases reduce the chance of getting leftover stock that may already have the secrets pulled.

5. Join Collector Communities

Sometimes, other collectors pull a secret figure they don’t want and are willing to:

• Trade for figures they’re missing
• Sell at a fair (or sometimes high) price

Check platforms like:

• Facebook collector groups
• Reddit (r/PopMart)
• Xiaohongshu / Instagram (many collectors post their pulls)

Building relationships in the toy community can help you find secrets faster than blind luck.

6. Try POP MART’s Online Mini Game (Blind Box App)

POP MART's app offers:

• Virtual blind box openings
• Lucky draw games
• Occasionally higher chances or limited-time events

While digital, these games can be used to earn real physical figures shipped to your address.

7. Be Cautious of Fakes

Secret editions are valuable, which means counterfeit versions exist—especially on resale platforms.

• Always check for authenticity stickers or QR codes
• Buy from verified stores or trusted collectors
• Be wary of deals that seem too good to be true

Conclusion: Secret LABUBU = Luck + Smart Strategy

Getting a LABUBU secret edition is partly about luck, but you can improve your chances by:

• Buying sealed cases early
• Avoiding suspicious sellers
• Connecting with the collector community
• Exploring both physical and digital POP MART channels

In the end, the thrill of the mystery is what makes collecting so fun. And when you finally pull that rare LABUBU, it’ll all be worth it.