Labubu vs Molly: Which Pop Mart Icon Wins?
In the world of Pop Mart, two names rise above the rest—Labubu and Molly. Both are icons, both have massive fanbases, and both show up in mystery boxes, limited editions, and collector shelves worldwide. But which character truly reigns supreme?
Let’s break it down category by category and see who takes the crown.
🎨 Design & Aesthetic
- Molly: With her pouty lips, dreamy eyes, and vintage doll vibes, Molly is all about elegance and simplicity. Designed by artist Kenny Wong, she gives off a timeless, fashion-forward aura.
- Labubu: Labubu is the mischievous wild child of Pop Mart. Created by Kasing Lung, Labubu has big eyes, pointy ears, and a scruffy grin. It’s quirky, edgy, and totally unpredictable. If you would like to know more about Labubu, check out BSN for more fun facts!
Winner👑: Tie. Classic beauty vs chaotic charm—it depends on your taste.
📦 Mystery Box Variety
- Molly has been part of countless themed series: space, fairy tale, retro, you name it. There’s even crossover collections with luxury brands and museums.
- Labubu’s range is also impressive, especially from V1 to V3. Each series adds more emotional depth, expressions, and seasonal outfits—think Halloween, rainy day, even pirate Labubu!
Winner👑: Labubu. The variety within its expressions and storytelling is a notch more playful.
🌍 Fan Base & Community
- Molly appeals to fashionistas, art toy collectors, and fans of minimal design. Her audience is slightly more niche and polished.
- Labubu has an explosive fanbase, especially in Asia. It’s loved by collectors of all ages and has built a fun, chaotic fan culture—from fan art to cosplay.
Winner👑: Labubu. It’s got that loud, community-driven energy that keeps growing.
💸 Resale & Rarity Value
- Molly’s older or collaboration pieces often command serious resale prices—especially museum crossovers and art exhibitions.
- Labubu chase figures, especially from V2 and special drops, are also high in demand. Some rare editions have skyrocketed in value thanks to limited print runs. However due to its popularity the market is flooded with spin off and fake versions. So the war of real and fake Labubu in the market has stirred up the fun for this IP.
Winner👑: Molly. She’s been around longer and some of her vintage editions are now collectors’ gold.
🧚♀️ Personality & Lore
- Molly is elegant, mysterious, and subtle. But she doesn’t come with an official backstory—it’s all about visual interpretation.
- Labubu, on the other hand, comes with whimsical forest lore, weird monster friends, and tons of fan theories. The origin story, fun facts, and growing universe make it ripe for storytelling—even animation-worthy.
Winner👑: Labubu. There’s more personality and room to imagine.
🏆 Final Verdict: Who Wins?
It’s close, but Labubu edges out the win for sheer character, creativity, and connection with fans. While Molly is iconic in her own right, Labubu’s chaotic energy, expressive designs, and playful spirit make it feel like a living character—not just a toy.
Still, you can’t really go wrong with either—unless you’re short on shelf space.