Which Yodas toys are the best?

With the recent Baby Yoda craze, it’s easy to forget the original Yoda from the classic Star Wars movies. His first appearance was in 1980 in “The Empire Strikes Back”, and he died in 1983 in “Return of the Jedi”. The character has remained popular and has reappeared in earlier films and as a “ghost of the Force” in recent sequels.

Yoda’s toys have been popular since his debut in the franchise. A great toy for kids and collectors is the Star Wars Interactive Legendary Yoda.

What to know before buying a Yoda toy

Baby Yoda or Master Yoda?

Baby Yoda is not really the name of this character. His name is Grogu. During the weeks of Disney+ series “The Mandalorian,” when audiences didn’t know his name, fans came up with Baby Yoda. Amazingly, the name stuck, even when her real name was revealed. Baby Yoda toys are all the rage, but it’s essential to know the difference between the two characters. The main difference is age. Baby Yoda was around 50 years old in the series (still a baby for his species), while Master Yoda died at the ripe old age of 900.

Character preference

Younger fans of the Star Wars franchise may know Baby Yoda best. They may very well feel disappointed or confused to receive a Master Yoda toy. They may even be more interested in characters from recent Star Wars movies or TV shows such as “The Rise of Skywalker” or “The Mandalorian.” On the other hand, older fans and collectors will likely be happy with a Master Yoda toy. Starting with favorite characters won’t lead to disappointment if this is the start of a Star Wars toy collection.

Security

Small parts are always a safety concern, and most Yoda toys will have them. Manufacturers’ age range recommendations are there for a reason, and they should be followed. Choking hazards are the main concern and common sense should be used when giving a toy to your child.

What to Look for in a Quality Yoda Toy

Detail

Master Yoda’s face has very distinctive features. Modern toy detailing techniques are of such a high standard that even budget toys should have enough detail to look like the character. Any drop in quality will mean a weird-looking Yoda. If you are unfamiliar with Yoda’s features and are buying a toy as a gift, use a good photo from the internet to compare features before purchasing.

Movement

Yoda is a very animated character and has many iconic poses. The closed-eyes meditation as he uses the Force to move objects is his most famous pose. His distinguished lightsaber moves became apparent in the prequel film “Star Wars: Attack of the Clones.” Yoda toys should be able to perform some of these poses for both play and display.

Accessories

Accessories for a Yoda toy should be related to the movie it is based on. For example, Yoda didn’t wield his famous green lightsaber until the 2002 prequel movie “Attack of the Clones.” However, he always had his signature cane to help him get around, even before he got into a high-octane lightsaber duel. So most Yoda toys should have it.

How much you can expect to spend on a Yoda toy

Yoda figurines can be found for less than $10. However, Star Wars Lego is highly collectible, and some kits featuring Yoda can fetch $1,000 or more. Collectible figures can also be expensive, running into several hundred dollars.

Yoda Toys FAQ

What are the best characters a Yoda toy can interact with?

A. Yoda is mostly on screen with Luke Skywalker in the original trilogy. This is the best character to pair a Yoda toy with. In the previous films, Yoda fights with Count Dooku and Palpatine and allies himself with Obi-Wan Kenobi and the other Jedi Knights.

How can I make a good investment in a Yoda toy?

A. As mentioned, Lego Star Wars is a good place to start. Purchasing kits that are about to go out of production will ensure a big increase in value. You can find out which kits are about to go out of production on the Lego website. However, care must be taken with the set, and it should not even be removed from the packaging to ensure maximum value. This also applies to action figures. Storage is also vital, and any Yoda toy should be carefully stored at room temperature.

What is the best Yoda toy to buy?

Top toy Yoda

Legendary Yoda from Star Wars

What do you want to know: It’s the only Star Wars toy that makes Jedi training dreams come true for kids ages 6-8.

What you will love: Yoda has 115 interactive phrases powered by voice recognition. Ask Yoda questions and train with him to learn the ways of the Force. He has 360 degree movements and uses them to wield his lightsaber. Latex skin and fabric robes add realism to detail.

What you should consider: Six C batteries are required to operate and are not included in the item.

Or buy: Sold by Amazon

Best Yoda toy for the money

Star Wars: The Black Series: Luke Skywalker and Yoda Figures

What do you want to know: This two-pack of action figures has been released to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the 1980 classic “The Empire Strikes Back”.

What you will love: Re-enact classic scenes featuring Luke’s Jedi training with Master Yoda. Yoda comes with two heads, one with closed eyes and one with open eyes, for those meditative moments when he invokes the Force. The detail is of quality on the two figures, with good resemblances to the cinema.

What you should consider: There’s no lightsaber for Yoda, because he didn’t have one in this movie.

Or buy: Sold by Amazon

Worth checking out

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Lego Star Wars: Attack of the Clones: Yoda

What do you want to know: This 1,771-piece Lego construction kit is suitable for ages 10 and up.

What you will love: When built, Master Yoda stands 16 inches tall. He is complete with his famous green lightsaber and robes. The fun is in the building, which will appeal to Lego enthusiasts. It will be a great focal point of any Star Wars Lego collection.

What you should consider: This is a Lego construction model, so action poses are not possible.

Or buy: Sold by Amazon

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