Updated October 18, 2026 · LootCue Editorial Team
Funko vs Zavvi
Funko
Higher score in this comparison
Zavvi
Where Funko and Zavvi differ
| Compare | FunkoReviewVisitVisit | ZavviReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Brand or store | Brand | Store |
| Price from | $3.49 | £6.99 |
| Return window | 30 daysHigher | 14 days |
| Markets | US, CA, MX, GB, GG, IM, JE, IE, AT, BE, BG, HR, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, DE, GR, HU, IT, LV, LT, LU, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH, AECovers more | GB |
Same on both: Pre-orders (Yes), Officially licensed only (Yes).
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Key differences
- Funko scores higher overall: 9.6 vs 9.1.
- Return window is higher at Funko: 30 days vs 14 days.
- Funko is available in 36 more countries.
- Products: only Funko offers Vinyl figures, Action figures, Plush.
- Products: only Zavvi offers Sealed boxes, Booster packs, Accessories.
- Markets: only Funko offers US, CA, MX.
Our verdict on each
Funko
Funko suits fans who want officially licensed collectibles and preorder access from the same company across many fandoms. A 30 days return window from delivery gives room to open a piece, judge it and send it back, and a fan rewards program keeps repeat buying moving.
Zavvi
Zavvi suits UK collectors who want trading cards, figures and licensed apparel ordered from one catalog, and who like to queue for new releases early. You have 14 days from receipt to start a return, and delivery comes free once a basket passes £10.
Score breakdown
| Area | Funko | Zavvi |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.9A sale-section price of $3.49 plus free delivery from $65 shape the cost of a first order. | Not confirmed |
| Offer | 9.3Wide catalogue of vinyl figures, action figures, plush and more, drawn from anime, video games, marvel and more, with preorders for new drops. | 9.6HigherSealed card product sits beside licensed apparel, figures and posters, and free delivery starts above £10. |
| Trust | Not confirmed | 8.2Operated by ZAVVIGROUP Limited from the United Kingdom and incorporated in 2023. |
How they place
| Ranking | Funko | Zavvi |
|---|---|---|
| Anime figures | 1 of 47 | 24 of 47 |
| Statues, action figures and collectibles | 1 of 64 | 33 of 64 |
| Blind boxes and designer toys | 1 of 48 | 24 of 48 |
| Anime, manga and comics shops | 2 of 34 | 20 of 34 |
| Game, band and pop-culture merch | 2 of 75 | 52 of 75 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Funko | Zavvi |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | United Kingdom |
Available in 1 country for both. Additional countries for Funko: 36.
Also worth a look
Large has return window at 30 to 100 days, against 30 days for Funko and 14 days for Zavvi.
Large reviewWhat we checked
Funko
- funko.com: 6 facts, checked October 1, 2026
- investor.funko.com: 4 facts, checked October 1, 2026
Zavvi
- zavvi.com: 11 facts, checked October 1, 2026
- find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk: 1 fact, checked October 1, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Funko | Zavvi |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Vinyl figures, Action figures, Plush, Blind boxes | Sealed boxes, Booster packs, Accessories |
| Franchises | Anime, Video games, Marvel, Dc, Star wars, Harry potter, Disney, Horror, Sci fi | Anime, Video games, Marvel, Dc, Star wars, Harry potter, Disney, Horror, Sci fi |
| Legal entity | Not confirmed | ZAVVIGROUP Limited |
| Headquarters | United States | United Kingdom |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 2023 |
| Support channels | Help centre, Email, Community | Email, Help centre, Community |
Fandom merchandise stores
| Fact | Funko | Zavvi |
|---|---|---|
| Departments | Anime merch, Comics, Figures, Game merch, Band merch, Posters and art, Apparel, Mystery boxes, PlushCovers more | Anime merch, Apparel, Comics, Figures, Game merch, Plush, Posters and art |
| Free delivery threshold | $65 | £10 |
| Loyalty scheme | Yes | Yes |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Funko | Zavvi | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return window | 30 daysat the median | 14 daysbelow the median | 30 days |
Median across 51 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Funko
Pros
- The products are officially licensed, so characters carry the approval of the studios and publishers behind the shows.
- A fan rewards program gives repeat buyers perks, now in a simpler design that is easier to track and use.
- Shelves are grouped into anime merch, comics, figures and more, so a hunt can start by fandom or by format rather than by scrolling a long flat list.
Cons
- The $3.49 figure comes from a marked-down Mystery Pocket Pop! Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer in the sale section, so it reflects a discount rather than a standard shelf price.
- Free delivery starts at $65, so a small basket still pays postage at checkout.
- Returns close 30 days after delivery, which is tight when a preorder arrives late or a piece turns up damaged.
Zavvi
Pros
- Returns open for 14 days counted from the day an item arrives.
- Preorders are offered, so steelbook and Hasbro releases can be queued before they land.
- Officially licensed merchandise is stocked, including t-shirts, hoodies and trainers.
Cons
- Delivery options cover the United Kingdom, so a buyer elsewhere needs a forwarding service.
- Free delivery needs a basket past £10, so a low priced item still carries a shipping fee.
Who each suits
Funko
Who it suits
- Collectors building a shelf across many fandoms who would rather buy from a single supplier.
- Fans who chase release-day drops and want preorder access before a run sells through.
- Repeat buyers who value a rewards program and a stated return window.
Who should look elsewhere
- Shoppers who want to talk a problem through on the phone, since the support mix leans on written channels.
- Buyers chasing a permanently low price, since $3.49 is a reduced sale price rather than a standard shelf figure.
Zavvi
Who it suits
- Collectors who want trading cards and pop culture collectibles in one basket.
- Fans of officially licensed apparel and figures ordering alongside a booster box.
- UK buyers who plan ahead around a preorder or join the loyalty membership for delivery.
Who should look elsewhere
- Buyers outside the United Kingdom, who would need a forwarding service for delivery.
- Shoppers who want a phone line or live chat for support.
- Card-only players, who would browse past figures and apparel in a catalog built this way.
Country by country
| Country | Funko | Zavvi |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | Yes | No |
| Belgium | Yes | No |
| Bulgaria | Yes | No |
| Canada | Yes | No |
| Croatia | Yes | No |
| Cyprus | Yes | No |
| Czechia | Yes | No |
| Denmark | Yes | No |
8 of 37 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Funko
What does a Funko piece cost when it is marked down?+
A Mystery Pocket Pop! Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is reduced to $3.49 in the sale section, so that figure belongs to a single discounted item. Full-price releases sit above it. For a buyer weighing price at entry, treat the sale number as a one-off and budget more for a standard release piece.
When does shipping become free?+
Free shipping starts at $65. Below that order value, postage is charged at checkout, so an inexpensive figure still carries a delivery fee. The practical move is to add a small extra item to clear the threshold and keep the delivery free.
Zavvi
How much will an item cost at Zavvi?+
Price depends on the line you pick. An Indiana Jones Retro Collection German Mechanic Action Figure is listed at £6.99, so a small piece makes an easy opening order without a large basket. Delivery is charged on its own unless your basket passes £10, at which point it is free across the site.
How long do I have to return something?+
You have 14 days from the date an item is received to start a return. That is a window to begin the process rather than a promise about how long a refund takes. The store sets out the steps in its own help content, which is worth reading before you open a preorder that ships later.
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