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Pikachu VMAX is without a doubt one of the most recognizable cards from the Sword & Shield era. The gigantic “chonkachu” form made an immediate impact upon release and grew into a favorite among collectors.

In this blog, we list the Top 7 most expensive Pikachu VMAX cards, based on current market values. All price information in this overview comes from Collectr and is based on data from March 22, 2026.

#7 Pikachu VMAX (JP) 265/S-P

Pikachu VMAX (JP) 265/S-P
  • Set: Corocoro Comics Promo (JP)
  • Date: March 22, 2026
  • Raw value: €19.23
  • PSA 10 value: €77.93
    Source: GetCollectr

#6 Pikachu VMAX (JP) 279/184

Pikachu VMAX (JP) 279/184
  • Set: VMAX Climax
  • Date: March 22, 2026
  • Raw value: €23.24
  • PSA 10 value: €172.79
    Source: GetCollectr

#5 Pikachu VMAX (JP) 223/184

Pikachu VMAX (JP) 223/184
  • Set: VMAX Climax
  • Date: March 21, 2026
  • Raw value: €46.07
  • PSA 10 value: €166.75
    Source: GetCollectr

#4 Pikachu VMAX TG17/TG30

Pikachu VMAX TG17/TG30

#3 Pikachu VMAX 188/185

Pikachu VMAX 188/185
  • Set: Vivid Voltage
  • Date: March 21, 2026
  • Raw value: €118.84
  • PSA 10 value: €288.59
  • BGS Black Label: €2,409.64
    Source: GetCollectr

#2 Pikachu VMAX (JP) 114/100

Pikachu VMAX (JP) 114/100
  • Set: Amazing Volt Tackle
  • Date: March 21, 2026
  • Raw value: €127.46
  • PSA 10 value: €523.93
  • BGS Black Label: €986.21
    Source: GetCollectr

#1 Pikachu VMAX 044/185

Pikachu VMAX 044/185
  • Set: Prize Pack Series One
  • Date: March 21, 2026
  • Raw value: €248.62
  • PSA 10 value: /
    Source: GetCollectr

Information about Pikachu VMAX

Pikachu VMAX was introduced during the Sword & Shield era (2020), with its first appearance in the Japanese set Amazing Volt Tackle and later worldwide in Vivid Voltage.

What makes these cards special:

  • The iconic “chonkachu” design (giant, round Pikachu)
  • Strong nostalgic value combined with modern mechanics
  • The Rainbow Rare from Vivid Voltage immediately became a top chase card worldwide
  • Many variants due to:
    • Japanese exclusives
    • Promo cards
    • Trainer Gallery releases
    • Prize Pack exclusives

The combination of recognition, meme value, and collector status ensures that Pikachu VMAX cards remain consistently sought after. Especially the rarer variants such as the Rainbow Rare and Prize Pack version have proven to be strong long-term collectibles.