A pull rate is the probability of getting a specific card, or a card of a specific rarity, when you open a trading card pack. It is usually shown as a percentage or as a ratio, such as "1 in 100 packs". Collectors use pull rates to understand how rare a card is and what to expect from a pack.
How to read a pull rate
Percentage: a 2% pull rate means about 2 out of every 100 packs contain that card or rarity.
Ratio: "1 in 50" means one pack in 50 on average.
Averages, not guarantees: each pack is random. You can open many packs without pulling a rare card, or pull one in your first pack.
Why Pokémon pull rates vary by set
Each Pokémon set has its own rarities and print runs, so pull rates change from set to set. Special sets, such as anniversary releases, often have very rare chase cards with much lower pull rates. For physical packs, these rates are usually estimated by collectors after opening many packs.
Pull rates vs odds vs expected value
| Term | What it tells you |
|---|---|
| Pull rate | How often a card or rarity appears in packs |
| Odds | The chance of each possible outcome in one pack |
| Expected value (EV) | The average value of the cards in a pack, compared with its price |
Pull rates for digital packs
With digital packs, the platform can show the odds before you buy. In Trust Wallet, every Pokémon card pack shows its odds, EV and possible cards before you pay.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pull Rates
What does "pull" mean in trading cards? To pull a card means to get it from a pack you open.
Are pull rates guaranteed? No. A pull rate is an average across many packs. Every pack is random.
Where can I see pull rates before opening a pack? Digital pack platforms can show them upfront. In Trust Wallet, the odds are shown on each pack before you buy.
Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and is not financial advice. The card you receive is random, and its value can be lower than the price of the pack.
