You’ve probably heard of Webkinz by now; the massively popular animal plush toys with the innovation of a code to use on a computer giving access to the continued fun of a virtual pet. This article explains what to keep in mind when buying Webkinz.

Rarity

Not all Webkinz are created equal. While there are many that were released en masse, there are limited releases of more rare Webkinz. This rarity naturally increases their perceived and actual value, and in turn the price goes up.

Be sure to check our list of all rare Webkinz.

Photos

Be careful of buying online from any source that doesn’t include a photo of the Webkinz toy, just so you have be more sure of what you’re getting.

New vs Used

Naturally, something previously used is worth much less than something new, buy also keep in mind that the virtual codes follow the same principle, and lose their value once used as well!