What brand should I buy for anime models? Popular brands and purchasing guides across the Internet
In recent years, the popularity of anime model collections has continued to rise. Whether it is Japanese comics, Chinese comics or game IP derivatives, they have become the favorites of fans. Faced with the dazzling array of brands on the market, how to choose a cost-effective and reliable model? This article combines the hot topic data of the entire Internet in the past 10 days to sort out the most popular anime model brands and purchasing points for you.
1. Ranking of popular animation model brands

| brand name | Origin | Popular series | price range | User rating (5-point scale) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BANDAI | Japan | Gundam, Dragon Ball, One Piece | 200-3000 yuan | 4.8 |
| Good Smile Company | Japan | Nendoroid, Figma | 300-1500 yuan | 4.7 |
| ALTER | Japan | Girls Frontline, Fate series | 500-2500 yuan | 4.9 |
| Max Factory | Japan | Hatsune Miku, EVA | 400-2000 yuan | 4.6 |
| miHoYo | China | Genshin Impact, Honkai Impact 3 | 200-1800 yuan | 4.5 |
2. Five key points when purchasing anime models
1.Genuine authorized certification: The quality issues of pirated models have been mentioned many times in popular discussions. It is recommended to choose brands with anti-counterfeiting labels on packaging, such as Bandai’s “Blue Label” or Good Smile’s laser stickers.
2.Materials and craftsmanship: PVC and ABS resin are the mainstream materials, and the ALTER brand has received the most praise in recent evaluations due to its high-precision coating process.
3.Ratio selection: 1/8 and 1/7 ratios are the most popular and suitable for display; the Q version of the Nendoroid series has recently seen a 35% increase in orders on social platforms.
4.Purchase channels: Bilibili membership purchase, Amazon Japan, and Tmall International are the three most popular and reliable channels in recent times. Please pay attention to the repayment time limit for pre-sale products.
5.Hedging space: The price of limited-edition models (such as the Bandai METAL BUILD series) fluctuates greatly in the second-hand market. Recently, the resale price of a certain EVA Unit 1 model has increased by 120%.
3. Preview of popular new products in Q1 2024
| brand | Product name | Release date | reference price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Smile | Nendoroid Spy Play House-Annia | 2024.3.15 | 458 yuan |
| Bandai | MGEX Strike Freedom Gundam | 2024.2.28 | 1899 yuan |
| ALTER | Fate/Grand Order-Altoria | 2024.4.10 | 1680 yuan |
4. Maintenance tips
According to the latest discussion in the model enthusiast community, it is recommended:
- Use special dust-proof display boxes (recent Tmall data shows sales increased by 40% year-on-year)
- Avoid direct sunlight. PVC material is easily deformed in environments above 30°C.
- Use a soft bristle brush to clean the electroplated parts. Do not use alcohol to wipe the electroplated parts.
Conclusion: Choosing anime models depends not only on brand reputation, but also on personal collection preferences. The recent rise of domestic brands in the Genshin Impact series models is worthy of attention, but the old Japanese brands still maintain their advantages in craftsmanship. It is recommended that novices start with the entry-level model within 500 yuan to experience the fun of assembly.
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