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Pikachu VMAX is without a doubt one of the most recognisable cards from the Sword & Shield era. The gigantic “chonkachu” form made an immediate impact upon release and grew into a favourite 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 22 March 2026.

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

Pikachu VMAX (JP) 265/S-P from the Corocoro Comics Promo

  • Set: Corocoro Comics Promo (JP)
  • Date: 22 March 2026
  • Raw value: €19.23
  • PSA 10 value: €77.93
    Source: GetCollectr

#6 Pikachu VMAX (JP) 279/184

Pikachu VMAX (JP) 279/184 from VMAX Climax

  • Set: VMAX Climax
  • Date: 22 March 2026
  • Raw value: €23.24
  • PSA 10 value: €172.79
    Source: GetCollectr

#5 Pikachu VMAX (JP) 223/184

Pikachu VMAX (JP) 223/184 from VMAX Climax

  • Set: VMAX Climax
  • Date: 21 March 2026
  • Raw value: €46.07
  • PSA 10 value: €166.75
    Source: GetCollectr

#4 Pikachu VMAX TG17/TG30

Pikachu VMAX TG17/TG30 from Lost Origin Trainer Gallery

#3 Pikachu VMAX 188/185

Pikachu VMAX 188/185 from Vivid Voltage

  • Set: Vivid Voltage
  • Date: 21 March 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 from Amazing Volt Tackle

  • Set: Amazing Volt Tackle
  • Date: 21 March 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 from Prize Pack Series One

  • Set: Prize Pack Series One
  • Date: 21 March 2026
  • Raw value: €248.62
  • PSA 10 value: not yet known
    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 thanks to:
    • Japanese exclusives
    • Promo cards
    • Trainer Gallery releases
    • Prize Pack exclusives

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