Choosing between two Funko Pops can come down to which world you prefer to collect. On one side is a Monkey D. Luffy vinyl figure, a character known to anime fans. On the other is a Notorious B.I.G Funko Pop, a figure that speaks to hip-hop and music history. Both are new vinyl figures, but the themes, exclusivity, and listed prices are far from identical. Think about what you want the Pop to anchor: a favorite series or a favorite recording artist.
Quick verdict
The right choice comes down to whether your collection leans toward anime/manga or music icons. If you know which genre dominates your shelf, the decision becomes much simpler.
Comparison at a glance
| Attribute | One Piece Luffy (BoxLunch) | Notorious B.I.G (Toy Tokyo) |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 99.99 | USD 24.99 |
| Collection | Animation | Rocks |
| Exclusive to | BoxLunch | Toy Tokyo |
| Limited edition | LE 9500 | LE NYCC 2018 |
| Included extras | None mentioned | POP Protector, Original (Unopened) packaging |
| Character/franchise | Monkey D. Luffy / One Piece | Notorious B.I.G / Rocks |
| Condition | New | New |
Where each product wins
Pick the Luffy if your Funko collecting tends toward anime figures. Pick the B.I.G if your shelf features musical artists. The two don't compete for the same shelf space, so your personal genre loyalty will do most of the work.
Product notes
Funko Pop! One Piece Monkey D. Luffy LE 9500 #2375 Vinyl Figure BoxLunch IN HAND
At $99.99, this Luffy figure is the higher-priced listing. Made of vinyl and part of the Pop line, it is a limited edition run of 9,500, exclusive to BoxLunch, and part of the Animation collection. No protective case or unopened packaging is mentioned, so the figure comes as the standard boxed collectible. If your collection centers on animation and you want an exclusive with a stated edition count, this is the one to consider. The higher listed price reflects a limited run and a specific retailer collaboration, but you need to decide whether that fits your collecting goals.
Funko Pop! Rocks Notorious B.I.G #82 Toy Tokyo LE NYCC 2018 with POP Protector
For $24.99, this Notorious B.I.G Pop is the lower-priced listing. Made of vinyl and part of the Pop line, it is a Toy Tokyo NYCC 2018 limited edition, part of the Rocks collection, and the title lists a POP Protector and original unopened packaging. The Rocks collection places it among music-themed Pops, and the protector is included with the item. Its limitation is that no edition size is stated, so the LE label ties to the event rather than a specific run count. If you want a music-themed collectible with protection included, this one is the straightforward choice.
Final choice by use case
- For anime/manga collectors: The Luffy figure is the one to choose when your display is centered on anime and manga.
- For music collectors: The Notorious B.I.G Pop is the one that fits a shelf built around musical artists.
- For collectors who want event-specific pieces: The B.I.G Pop carries a convention-event link.
- If you can only choose one, the deciding factor usually comes down to the character you connect with most.
