📦 Booster, Display, Box – The big TCG product guide 2025

If you're new to the TCG world, the sheer range of products can be overwhelming: boosters, displays, tins, Elite Trainer Boxes, collector's boxes... What's what? What's worth it for beginners? And what exactly is the difference? Don't worry – we'll guide you through the most popular TCG products and show you exactly what's behind them. This way, you can quickly find the right one for your entry or your next highlight for your shelf.

🃏 Booster – The little grab bag with a big heart

A booster pack usually contains between 5 and 11 cards and is the classic TCG product. You can find them everywhere—in toy stores, supermarkets, and, of course, in our shop.

What makes booster packs so special?

• Surprise effect: You never know what you'll get – each pack is a little adventure.

• Perfect for in between: Ideal if you just want to open up a little or are specifically chasing individual hits.

• Affordable entry: Boosters often cost only a few euros – the perfect start.

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📦 Display – More boosters, more excitement, more chances

A display usually contains 24 to 36 booster packs of a specific set. It's the bulk pack, so to speak—ideal for collectors, breakouts, or anyone who just can't get enough.

Why a display?

• Better pull rates: You have significantly higher chances of getting rares, SARs, or Chase Cards.

• Price advantage: Often cheaper per pack compared to individual purchases.

• Pure collector's joy: A freshly opened display – goosebumps guaranteed.

✨ Example: Pokémon 151 Display (JP) – Booster box with 20 packs – pure nostalgia & s

🎁 Boxes & Tins – The perfect gift with extras

Boxes are sets that offer more than just boosters: promo cards, coins, pins, oversized cards, dice – these vary greatly depending on the brand.

Typical variants:

• Collection Box: Often contains exclusive promo cards, such as Charizard V or Pikachu EX.

• Tin Box: Metal box with special boosters and sometimes holo cards.

• Premium Box / Special Sets: High-quality products with multiple extras – ideal for collectors or as a gift.

🎉 Our recommendation: Pokémon 2 Year Anniversary Box (Chinese) – A feast for collectors and players

🎒 Elite Trainer Box (ETB) – For strategists & aesthetes

The ETB is especially popular in the Pokémon universe. It contains:

• 8 to 10 boosters

• Dice & Markers

• Sleeves with set design

• Game instructions & rules

• And a beautiful collector's box

Ideal for anyone who wants to collect AND play – or simply loves order.

📚 Tip: Pokémon Surging Sparks Elite Trainer Box (ENG) – A must-have for Sam

💼 Collector's folders, bundles & mystery boxes – the individual way

In addition to the standard products, you will also find:

• Bundles: Themed compilations – e.g., “Dragon Bundle” or “Starter Bundle”

• Mystery Boxes: For brave adventurers – the contents are (almost) secret!

• Binders + accessories: Keep your best cards safe and beautifully stored.

🛡️ Check out our accessories guide – there we explain sleeves, toploaders, and more in detail! 🛡️ How do I properly protect my cards?

🛍️ Conclusion: The right product for everyone

Whether you're just starting out collecting or already a dragon among card masters, the TCG world is vast, colorful, and full of magical products. The important thing is: You don't have to know everything or buy everything right away. Start with what appeals to you—whether it's a small booster pack or a large display.

At Habibicards, you get not only the products, but also the advice, the love of the hobby, and the joy of collecting. And if you're ever unsure, feel free to write to us. Or check out the stream – we're always here to help ❤️