I still remember the day the first images of the Have a Seat Labubus dropped. It was a genuine "shut up and take my money" moment for the entire community. A plush body with a vinyl face? And they sit? It was such a simple, brilliant twist on the classic Labubu form factor. As a seller, my inbox exploded. As a collector, my wallet cried.
That initial release, which we now call V1, was chaos. Pure, unadulterated hype. They sold out instantly, and the aftermarket prices went ballistic. People were paying triple the retail for commons, and the secret figure? Forget about it. It was unicorn-level stuff.
Then, POP MART did something interesting. They saw the frenzy and decided to do a second production run, a V2. This is where a lot of new collectors get confused, and honestly, where a lot of the value proposition changed. The V2 release made the sitting labubus much more accessible, which was great for fans but cooled the insane aftermarket fire of V1.
So, what's the actual difference? Honestly, not much, and that's the point. The V2 boxes have slightly updated branding and legal text, but the figures themselves are virtually identical. I've had dozens of both V1 and V2 pass through my hands at PopNya, and side-by-side, you can't tell them apart. The plush feels the same, the vinyl faces have the same matte finish. The only real difference is the manufactured scarcity of that first run. Some hardcore collectors will still pay a premium for a sealed V1 box, but for 99% of people, a V2 is the exact same toy. Don't let anyone on eBay try to convince you their V1 Tycoco is somehow superior. It's not.
Let's get into the nitty-gritty of what you're actually trying to get from these labubu have a seat boxes. The set consists of six standard figures plus one secret.
The lineup is classic Monsters: * Zimomo: The little green guy, always a fan favorite. * Tycoco: The one with the skull mask. His plush body is a clean white, which looks great but is a magnet for dust. * Spooky: The ghost-like one. The plush on this is super soft. * Pato: The one that looks like a little duck or platypus. Kinda underrated, in my opinion. * Yaya: The pink one. Always popular. If you want to understand the market for pink Labubus, it's a whole world unto itself. * Soy: The fluffy, cloud-like one. Simple, but adorable.
And then there's the secret. It's a tiny plush Labubu wearing a mini Labubu hoodie. The meta-level cuteness is off the charts. The official pull rate is 1/144, meaning one secret per 24 cases of 6. I can tell you from experience, that feels about right. I've opened entire master cartons for the shop and found nothing. Then I've had customers buy two random boxes and pull it. That's the blind box life.
This brings us to the price. The official have a seat labubu retail price for a single pop mart labubu the monsters have a seat blind box is usually between $17 and $18 USD, depending on the retailer. A full case of six will run you about $105-$110. This is your baseline.
Now, the aftermarket. This is where it gets wild. Right now, the secret can fetch anywhere from $180 to $250. Tycoco and Zimomo are usually the most popular of the regular set, sometimes going for $30-$40, especially if someone is trying to complete their labubu have a set. The others tend to hover a bit above retail, maybe $20-$25. If you see a common V2 figure listed for $50, walk away. That's just price gouging. The hype has cooled enough that you can be patient and find a better deal. The frenzy is more focused on newer releases now, like the wild popularity we saw with the Labubu Big into Energy series.
A Seller's Playbook: Tips You Won't Find Elsewhere
Alright, let's talk strategy. You want to collect these, but you want to be smart about it. Here's what I tell my customers.
First: forget about shaking or weighing the boxes. It's a complete waste of time for this series. I've tried it, just for science. The plush bodies are all roughly the same weight and density. The vinyl faces are the only solid part, and they're too light to make a difference. You can't feel for Tycoco's skull or Zimomo's ears through the plush and the box. Anyone who tells you they have a "trick" is either lying or got lucky once.
Second: To case or not to case? If you want the whole set and want to avoid duplicates, buying a sealed case of six is the way to go. You're guaranteed six different figures from the main set. You are not guaranteed a secret. A secret can replace any of the regular figures in a case. So, you could get five regulars and one secret. If you just want one or two specific seat labubus, it's probably cheaper to just buy them on the secondary market than to gamble with single boxes. The thrill of the unboxing is real, but so is the pain of pulling your third Pato in a row.
Third, and this is the most important part: spotting fakes. The popularity of this series means the fakes are everywhere. They are getting better, but there are still tells.
* The Face: This is the biggest giveaway. A real labubu pop mart have a seat figure has a vinyl face with a beautiful, matte finish. Fakes are almost always a bit too shiny, made from a cheaper, glossier plastic. The paint on the eyes and mouth will be crisp on a real one; on a fake, look for fuzzy edges or slight misprints. * The Plush: Squeeze it. The plush on a genuine figure is dense and soft. Fakes use cheaper filling that feels crunchy or overly squishy. Check the seams. POP MART's quality control is pretty good; you shouldn't see tons of loose threads or sloppy stitching. * The Box: Fakes often have blurry printing or slightly "off" colors. The biggest tell is the QR code sticker. A real box will have an official POP MART anti-counterfeit sticker. If it's missing, or if the QR code looks printed directly onto the box, it's a huge red flag. The fake market is something we've covered before, especially with hot items like the Macaron series, and the same rules apply here.
Real Talk: My Honest Verdict
So, are the Have a Seat Labubus still worth it?
Absolutely. Yes. 100%.
For me, this series is a cornerstone of the modern LABUBU collection. It's the perfect blend of the art toy world and the plush world. They look incredible on a shelf, sitting on the edge of a monitor, or tucked into a bookshelf. They are, without a doubt, one of Kasing Lung's most iconic designs for POP MART.
However, the V2 release changed the game from a collector's investment perspective. They are no longer the "grail" they once were, simply because they are more available. And that's a good thing! It means real fans can get them without paying an arm and a leg. If you're looking for pure investment potential, you might be better off chasing a more limited release. But if you're collecting for the love of the design, this is a must-have set. It's a foundational piece of any serious LABUBU collection.
When it comes to displaying them, the beauty is their simplicity. You don't need stands. Just find a ledge, and they'll sit. I have a Tycoco sitting on top of my PC case and a Spooky on my nightstand. You can get a great have a seat labubu picture by placing them on tiny dollhouse chairs or benches. It really brings out their character.
Ultimately, whether you're buying a single pop mart the monsters have a seat blind box for a thrill or hunting down the last one to complete your set, this series delivers joy. It's a design that just makes you smile. Be smart about where you buy, know what a fair price is, and watch out for fakes.
If you're just starting your journey or looking to fill a gap in your display, you can always browse our current selection of LABUBU figures at the shop. We do our best to keep these little guys in stock when we can. Happy hunting, and may your blind box pulls be ever in your favor.
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