Re-Ment vs Bandai Candy Pokémon Figures: Which to Buy (2026)
By Dexhaul Team · October 12, 2026 · 6 min read
Buy Re-Ment if you want a detailed display piece. Buy Bandai candy figures if you want more characters at a lower entry price.
Both are officially licensed Japanese blind-box figure lines, available from independent shops shipping worldwide, and both packaged as random pulls from a themed series. The choice splits almost entirely on what you plan to do with the figure once it arrives.
At a Glance
| Re-Ment Pokémon Series | Bandai Candy Figures | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Re-Ment (Japan) | Bandai (Japan) |
| Figure size | 40–90 mm | ~25–38 mm (1–1.5 in) |
| Scene props included | Yes: themed diorama elements | No |
| Candy included | No | Yes (gum or biscuit) |
| Price per blind box | $13–$20, observed Oct 12, 2026 | $3–$11, observed Oct 12, 2026 |
| Designs per series | 6–8 random | 8–14 random |
| Best for | Collector display | Gift, play, entry-level collecting |
On this page 5 sections
Where Re-Ment Wins
Re-Ment Pokémon sets are not standalone figures. Each blind box contains one Pokémon paired with scene props: a bonsai tree and clay pot, a glass terrarium dome, a jewelry-box backdrop, a neon party spread, or a stargazing diorama base, depending on the series.
That context changes the display entirely. A Re-Ment piece reads as a finished object on a shelf, not a toy placed on one.
The Terrarium Collection, Re-Ment's flagship Pokémon series, places each figure inside a clear acrylic dome with a themed base. It ran from its first volume through a 30th Anniversary edition for volume ten, then reached volume fifteen in current production. Each dome takes up roughly the space of a large coffee mug.
Series variety is a genuine strength
The Bonsai series poses Pokémon with scale-accurate bonsai trees and clay pots. The Romantic Collection pairs figures with jewelry-box and floral backdrops. The Neon Party series adds acrylic party stands and food props.
The Starrium Series uses stargazing and moonlit night scenes. Each series is a distinct design language, so a shelf of three Re-Ment sets from different series reads as variety rather than repetition.
More than fifteen Pokémon series appear in Re-Ment's current active catalog, with several still in print from earlier years. That depth means a collector can add one or two boxes a month and not exhaust the available themes quickly.
Display quality per dollar
Re-Ment figures use finer paint application and more accessory parts than any mass-market candy toy format. A Roserade in the Little Forest series comes with sculpted leaf-floor elements and a multi-part forest backdrop.
At $14 to $16 per box, that detail level rivals the per-piece cost of much larger figure lines. The price stings more when you pull a Pokémon you already own, but the scene quality keeps even duplicates worth keeping.
See our full guide to every Re-Ment Pokémon series for a breakdown of which collections are still in print and which Pokémon appear in each volume.
Where Bandai Wins
The price-per-figure math is the clearest argument for Bandai. A Coo'nuts series 9 blind bag runs $5 to $10 observed, compared to $14 to $20 for a Re-Ment box. At that entry point, Bandai figures become an impulse buy and a birthday-bag filler that Re-Ment cannot match.
Three distinct candy-toy figure formats
Three main Pokémon candy toy figure lines carry the Bandai name, each with a slightly different look. Coo'nuts are small balancing figures, roughly one inch tall, that wobble on their weighted base without falling over. Each blind bag comes with a piece of candy.
Pokémon Kids are soft PVC finger puppets, produced since 1997 and still in print through themed editions, running about 1.5 inches. Crystal Mascot adds a translucent acrylic element to each figure, giving them a gem-like finish at a similar price. All three are officially licensed products listed on the official Pokémon merchandise page.
Character breadth across decades
Bandai has produced Pokémon candy toy lines since the original games launched. That continuous output means several hundred Pokémon appear across their back catalog.
Re-Ment's Pokémon lineup is curated and scene-themed, which limits which characters appear in any given series. If your target Pokémon falls outside Re-Ment's current design focus, Bandai's volume gives it the better odds.
Better for younger fans and gifting
Re-Ment sets are fragile. The scene props include small pieces, painted elements, and acrylic parts that do not survive rough handling or a five-year-old's bedroom intact.
Bandai's PVC candy figures are built for play from the start. The Pokémon Kids line has been designed as a child-safe toy for nearly three decades. For gift shopping for a child, Bandai is the clear choice.
The Deciding Question
Three questions settle this.
Are you displaying or playing? Re-Ment scene sets are built for shelves and glass cabinets. Bandai candy figures handle pockets, play, and rough handling without worrying about scene elements separating.
Is this a single gift or a bulk fill? Bandai at $5 to $10 works for party bags, stocking stuffers, and mixed-lot gifts. Re-Ment at $15 or more is a deliberate present for someone who collects Japanese figures specifically.
Do you need a specific Pokémon? Neither line lets you choose your pull. Re-Ment series have 6 to 8 designs per collection; each Bandai series typically has 8 to 14.
Both are blind-box formats, meaning duplicates happen. If a specific character matters, check the current series lineup for each brand before buying. The Re-Ment Pokémon series guide walks through which Pokémon appear in each collection.
For a different scale and price tier entirely, the Banpresto prize figure guide covers larger display-scale figures from crane-game lines, and our Scale World vs Moncolle comparison covers the 1:20-scale and standard-size figure lines aimed at adult collectors.
FAQ
Are Re-Ment and Bandai candy figures officially licensed?
Both lines are officially licensed by The Pokémon Company International: neither is a proxy or unofficial product. Official product ranges are listed on the Pokémon merchandise page at pokemon.com.
What size are Re-Ment Pokémon figures?
Re-Ment Pokémon figures typically run 40 to 90 mm, depending on the Pokémon and the series theme. Scene props and bases add to the display footprint beyond the figure itself, and the overall box display piece is usually larger than the figure measurement alone.
What are Bandai Pokémon Kids figures?
Pokémon Kids are small PVC finger puppet figures from Bandai, produced since 1997 alongside a piece of gum. They run about 1.5 inches tall. They are a separate product from Bandai's Scale World and Moncolle lines, which use a 1:20 scale format aimed at adult collectors at a higher price point.
Can I buy a complete Re-Ment series box instead of individual pulls?
Yes. Many independent sellers stock complete display box sets covering all six to eight figures in a single Re-Ment series. Full Terrarium Collection box sets appear in the $60 to $100 range observed in 2026, depending on the volume number and the seller's importer pricing.
Which is better as a holiday gift?
Bandai candy figures work for most gifting situations. The sub-$10 price, candy inclusion, and durable construction make them easy to add to gift bags or stockings. Re-Ment is the right call when the recipient specifically collects Japanese display figures and you know which series they want.
Browse the full selection of Re-Ment and Bandai candy figure sets from independent shops at DexHaul's figures collection. DexHaul is independent and unofficial, not affiliated with The Pokémon Company, Nintendo, or Game Freak.
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