TUBBZ Collectible Ducks: The UK Collector's Guide
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Rubber ducks in cosplay. That's the pitch, and somehow it works. TUBBZ collectible ducks have grown into one of the most collected licensed lines we sell, with a range that now covers everything from Street Fighter to Jurassic Park to Jujutsu Kaisen. Spotted one on a mate's shelf and wondered where to start? This guide is for you. We'll explain what TUBBZ actually are, how the boxed and mini editions differ, which licences are worth chasing, and how to build a display without spending a fortune.
TL;DR: TUBBZ in 30 seconds
- TUBBZ are officially licensed cosplaying duck figures made by Numskull. Each one is a pop culture or gaming character in duck form.
- Two main formats: boxed editions (around 10cm, from about £14.99) and minis (around 5cm, from £5.99).
- Every duck sits on a bathtub-shaped display stand. Boxed editions add a stackable collector's box.
- The licences run deep: DC, Jurassic Park, Fallout, Silent Hill, Tomb Raider, Hazbin Hotel, horror icons and loads more.
- New to it? Start with the minis at £5.99 to £6.99. Cheap, easy to display, and they cover most of the big names.
What are TUBBZ collectible ducks?
TUBBZ are collectible duck figures dressed as characters from film, TV, gaming and music. Numskull makes them under official licence, so the DC ducks are properly DC and the Jurassic Park ducks are properly Jurassic Park. Each figure is moulded in PVC, stands roughly 9 to 10cm on the boxed editions, and comes with a small bathtub-shaped stand.
The joke is the whole point. A Xenomorph as a duck. Pennywise as a duck. Pyramid Head from Silent Hill as a duck. It sounds daft written down. Lined up in a row on a shelf, they look brilliant.
Boxed editions vs mini editions
Two formats, two jobs. Here is how we break it down for customers.
| Feature | Boxed Edition | Mini Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Height | Around 10cm (3.5 inches) | Around 5cm |
| Packaging | Stackable collector's box plus bath stand | Compact box with stand |
| Typical price | From about £14.99 | From £5.99 |
| Best for | Display pieces and favourites | Starting out, gifts, pick-and-mix |
Most people start with minis, then pick up boxed editions for their favourites. The DC Comics Dark Knight Batman mini at £6.99 is one of our steadiest sellers. The boxed Jujutsu Kaisen Yuji Itadori at £14.99 is what collectors reach for when they want the bigger, sharper version.
The best TUBBZ licences to collect
The range is broad, so pick a lane. A few that move quickly for us:
- Gaming: the Fallout Vault Boy and Doom Slayer minis (£6.99 each), plus Tomb Raider's Lara Croft and Yakuza's Ichiban Kasuga across the wider line.
- Film: John Wick (£6.99) plus the Jurassic Park dinosaurs. The T-Rex and Dilophosaurus minis (£6.99 each) are proper fun.
- DC: The Joker and Batman minis at £6.99. Simple, iconic, easy to gift.
- Anime: the boxed Jujutsu Kaisen Yuji Itadori (£14.99) leads the pack.
- Horror: the line leans hard into horror, with Silent Hill's Pyramid Head and Nurse, plus Pennywise, turning up across the waves.
We tag every duck by franchise, so mentions like Jurassic Park, Fallout, Silent Hill, Batman and Jujutsu Kaisen will point you straight back to the right shelves as you read.
How to start and display your collection
Three quick tips from years of shipping these:
- Pick a theme. A shelf of random ducks looks messy. A shelf of horror ducks, or all your favourite fighting-game characters, looks like a set.
- Keep the stands. The bathtub base is part of the look and it stops them rolling off. Lose it and the display suffers.
- Mind the sun. PVC and direct sunlight do not mix. A bright windowsill will fade the paint over months. Ask us how we know.
Common mistakes to avoid
Two we see a lot. First, buying only boxed editions while you are still working out which characters you love. The minis are cheaper and just as fun to collect. Second, trying to grab every duck at once. New waves keep landing, so there is no need to panic-buy. Collect what you actually like and let the shelf grow.
TUBBZ FAQ
Q: How big are TUBBZ ducks?
Boxed editions stand around 9 to 10cm, roughly 3.5 inches. The minis are about half that, near 5cm. Both sit on a bathtub-shaped display base.
Q: Are TUBBZ ducks bath toys?
No. They are PVC collectibles, not bath toys. Keep them on the shelf, on their stand, away from water and direct sun.
Q: Who makes TUBBZ?
Numskull makes the range under official licence, which is why the characters and logos are the real thing rather than knock-offs.
Q: How much do TUBBZ cost?
Minis start at £5.99 and most sit around £6.99. Boxed editions typically begin near £14.99, depending on the licence.
Q: Which TUBBZ should I buy first?
Start with a mini of a character you love. Our Batman, Joker and Jurassic Park minis at £6.99 are easy, affordable first buys.
Ready to start your raft?
TUBBZ are cheap to start, genuinely funny and officially licensed, which is a rare mix. Whether you want a single duck of your favourite character or a full themed shelf, there is a licence in here for you. Shop the full TUBBZ collection and pick your first.