Don't rip Pokemon GO right now.
Keep it sealed.
Even the best product loses $22.38 on average.
If you must open something: Pokemon GO Collection loses the least at −$22.38.
All 7 Products
Pokemon GO Collection
4 packs
−$22.38
−64% return
$34.78 sealed → $12.40 EV
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Pokemon GO Booster Pack
1 pack
−$6.97
−71% return
$9.82 sealed → $2.85 EV
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Pokemon GO ETB
10 packs
−$84.65
−74% return
$114.15 sealed → $29.50 EV
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Pokemon GO Tin
4 packs
−$41.90
−77% return
$54.30 sealed → $12.40 EV
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Pokemon GO Mini Tin
2 packs
−$20.60
−78% return
$26.30 sealed → $5.70 EV
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Pokemon GO PC ETB Plus
12 packs
−$134.62
−78% return
$171.82 sealed → $37.20 EV
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Pokemon GO Premium Collection
6 packs
−$73.51
−79% return
$92.61 sealed → $19.10 EV
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Chase Cards — What could you pull?
Mewtwo V (Alternate Full Art)
#072/078
Ultra Rare$47.11
EV: $0.65
Radiant Charizard
#011/078
Radiant Rare$16.28
EV: $0.29
Dragonite V (Full Art)
#076/078
Ultra Rare$12.05
EV: $0.17
Mewtwo VSTAR (79) (Secret)
#079/078
Secret Rare$39.69
EV: $0.15
Radiant Blastoise
#018/078
Radiant Rare$7.90
EV: $0.14
Dragonite VSTAR (Secret)
#081/078
Secret Rare$37.45
EV: $0.14
Ditto
#053/078
Holo Rare$2.82
EV: $0.12
Charizard
#010/078
Holo Rare$2.58
EV: $0.11
Radiant Venusaur
#004/078
Radiant Rare$5.72
EV: $0.10
Mewtwo VSTAR (86) (Secret)
#086/078
Secret Rare$25.56
EV: $0.10
The Math — EV Breakdown & Pull Rates
| Rarity | Cards | Avg Value | Pull Rate | EV/Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 17 | $5.43 | 23.45% | $1.27 |
| Secret Rare(SR) | 10 | $14.64 | 3.77% | $0.55 |
| Radiant Rare(RR) | 3 | $9.97 | 5.39% | $0.54 |
| Holo Rare(H) | 16 | $0.70 | 70.35% | $0.49 |
| Total EV / Pack | $2.85 | |||
| Rarity | Pull Rate | Odds | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holo Rare(H) | 70.35% | 1 in 1 | 371 |
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 23.45% | 1 in 4 | 371 |
| Radiant Rare(RR) | 5.39% | 1 in 19 | 371 |
| Secret Rare(SR) | 3.77% | 1 in 27 | 371 |
Sources: https://www.digitaltq.com/pokemon-go-pull-rates-pokemon-tcg
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Pokemon GO worth opening?
- At current market prices, Pokemon GO Collection loses $22.38 on average. You are better off keeping it sealed or buying singles directly.
- What is the EV of a Pokemon GO booster pack?
- The expected value of a single Pokemon GO booster pack is $2.85 based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community pull rate data.
- What are the best cards to pull in Pokemon GO?
- The most valuable cards in Pokemon GO are Mewtwo V (Alternate Full Art) ($47.11), Radiant Charizard ($16.28), Dragonite V (Full Art) ($12.05).
- How often do you pull a chase card in Pokemon GO?
- Pull rates are based on 371 pack openings from community sources. See the pull rate table below for exact odds per rarity tier.
As of February 2026, Pokemon GO products lose an average of $54.95 (−75%) based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community-sourced pull rate data from 371+ pack openings.