10 Best Gifts for Pokémon Card Collectors in 2023

Pokemon 151 is by far the best set to come out this year!

Taking us back to the Kanto region, with all original 151 Pokemon, this nostalgic set is the perfect combination of both new and old.

So if you’re looking for the best gift possible for the Pokemon lover in your life, an Elite Trainer Box has to be it!

Nothing beats the thrill of opening packs, and with so many wonderful artworks to potentially get, this box is guaranteed to put smiles on faces!

TIP: See my other recommendations for the best Pokemon Booster Boxes to buy this year!

The Birthday Pikachu promo is one of the most unique and recognised cards in the hobby.

It has a beautiful colourful holographic design, and (unlike any other card) a space to write your loved one’s name!

Now, when it comes to purchasing one, there a lots of options.

The most cost effective will be the reprinted version that came as part of the 2021 Celebrations set. There’s also the Japanese celebrations versions which has a very cool gold border.

But you could also go vintage for a bit more money and pick up an original 2001 version.

Ultimately though, whether you go new or old school, it’s a great little gift that kids and “big kids” will love.

A Vault X Premium Exo-Tec Zip Binder is the perfect gift for any serious collector – particularly if they like building and completing sets.

Vault X has quickly established itself as the leading binder producer on the market, because of their attention to quality, security and design innovation.

I can speak first hand as I use these binders for many of my cards; everything from the stitching to card sleeves inside is just class. They’re durable, long-lasting and keep your cards safe.

I also love that they give plenty of colour options, enabling you to present your cards in a personal way.

Some packs alongside a binder like this would make a lovely gift!

Now this is really cool, and something I did for my son’s 5th birthday.

There are some awesome sellers on Etsy that will create custom Pokemon card for you based off a photo!

Some sellers will insert the photo right into the card, and others can even create a bespoke anime character for you!

What a meaningful way to do something different, and that doesn’t break the bank either.

I absolutely love these miniature Pokemon card keyrings – the attention to detail is top notch!

Okay, it wouldn’t be the main gift, but what a fun little supplementary goodie to include.

Any Pokemon fan, myself included, would be proud to show off these neat little cards on their keyring.

Now these are REALLY fun!

You can find some great sellers who piece together well though-out mystery boxes on eBay.

They often included sealed packs, custom boosters, rare cards, Poke Coins and sometimes even graded cards. Obviously the content of the box will be relevant to the amount you spend.

What might also be a nice idea is to contact one of these sellers beforehand, and ask them to put together a bespoke mystery box based on your loved-ones favourite Pokemon – that way you’ll know that’ll absolutely love it!

So this one is a lot of fun!

You could buy your loved one a pack to be opened up on a famous Pokemon YouTuber’s channel!

It’s quite a thrill tuning in, and seeing if you get anything good!

In the past I’ve bought packs to be opened on PokeRev’s channel is. He has a huge audience, great boxes to open and he’s well respected and trusted in the community to ship the cards to you safely afterwards.

The image above is a screenshot of my pack being opened on his channel!

For those looking to buy a really special gift, perhaps for an adult, nothing is more nostalgic than the original Base Set Charizard from 1999!

This was the card that everyone chased as a kid, and I can honestly say that having several back in my possession now as an adult is incredibly nostalgic and means a great deal!

If you really want to wow that special person in your life, that perhaps got back into Pokemon recently, this card is king!

We can’t mention a list of gifts without mentioning Pokemon Plushies right?!

Kids love to pretend that they’re real life Pokemon, and adults love to pretend that they’re collectibles!

As long as they sit on the display shelf next to some graded cards, it’s alright for grown adults to have teddies right?!

Joking aside, plushies make a lovely gift, and there are loads to choose from, so you’re sure to be able to find their favourite Pokemon!

Graded Pokemon cards can make a wonderful gift for serious collectors.

Helping them add to their collection is a really meaningful way of showing you, and understand their passion for the hobby.

It’s probably worth checking with the recipient first as to what they collect, but if you’re already clued up on what they’re chasing this can be a great way to surprise them.

If you’re a bit of a newbie to graded cards, feel free to check out the category of my site all about grading.