Voltorb #80
Voltorb #80 sits in the EX series and carries a live market value of $72.50, backed by real TCGplayer and Cardmarket data.
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By CardLedger Research · Market data updated · Prices from TCGplayer & Cardmarket
Net estimates use each marketplace's default seller tier and typical shipping — fees vary by category, account status and payment method, so confirm current rates before selling.
Voltorb #80 is moving little either way. No rush to sell or to hold — decide on your own timeline.
Voltorb at a glance
- Cardmarket values it at €1.19 (EUR).
- From Team Rocket Returns (EX), released 2004.
- Rarity: Common.
- Recent averages: €0.96 (7d), €0.95 (30d).
- Trades around $72.50 on TCGplayer.
Voltorb price by printing
Live TCGplayer and Cardmarket values for Voltorb #80.
TCGplayer prices, updated 2026/10/26.
- Low
- $59.95
- Mid
- $79.99
- High
- —
- Low
- $1.92
- Mid
- $3.69
- High
- —
Cardmarket pricing (EUR)
Cardmarket data updated 2026/10/26.
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Is this Voltorb a good deal?
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About Voltorb #80
Team Rocket Returns placed Voltorb at #80; the Pokémon card entered the market in 2004 within the EX series. It is a Lightning-type Pokémon with 40 HP, printed as Basic.
Artwork is by Sachiko Adachi; the Reverse Holofoil printing sits around $72.50, spanning $59.95–— between the cheapest and priciest listings.
Card facts
- Set
- Team Rocket Returns
- Series
- EX
- Number
- #80 / 109
- Rarity
- Common
- Illustrator
- Sachiko Adachi
- HP
- 40
- Type
- Lightning
- Subtype
- Basic
- Pokédex
- #100
- Released
- 2004/11/01
Voltorb attacks, abilities & battle stats
Printed card text and battle statistics for Voltorb #80 — the playability layer behind the price.
Psycho Waves
Discard an Energy card attached to Voltorb. The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
Thunder Wave
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Battle stats
- Weakness
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat cost
- —
- Attacks
- 2
Voltorb price analysis
What drives the current market value of Voltorb #80.
There are 2 tracked printings here — Reverse Holofoil at $72.50, Normal at $3.19.
This $72.50 tier rewards clean copies: a well-centred example sells well above a scuffed one.
A $72.50 card attracts serious buyers, so condition, centring and the specific print variant matter more than the headline price.
In EUR, Voltorb trends at €1.19 on Cardmarket (avg sold €0.95, lowest NM €0.25).
Voltorb price history & movement
Momentum reads holding steady — a 7-day average of €0.96 against a 30-day average of €0.95 (+1.1%).
Latest daily average €0.99 against a trend price of €1.19.
Across 4 recorded days the price spanned $72.50–$72.50. The most recent snapshot of $72.50 sits 100% up that range.
Daily moves average a volatility of 0%, and the largest peak-to-trough drawdown recorded is 0%.
Cardmarket averages
Price fingerprint
Built from CardLedger's own daily snapshots · 4 days tracked · latest
Real recorded values from our daily TCGplayer snapshots — not estimates or back-filled history. Methodology
How much would you net selling Voltorb?
Model the real take-home on a [object Object] sale across eBay, TCGplayer, Cardmarket and direct — fees and shipping included.
On a $72.50 sale, the take-home differs by platform: about $62.59 via eBay's default tier, $62.96 on TCGplayer, $68.53 on Cardmarket, $64.30 on Whatnot and $72.50 selling directly — a $9.91 spread after fees and typical shipping.
As a common card, Voltorb sells differently by venue: marketplaces maximise reach, personal channels maximise margin. Use the calculator to weigh reach against take-home.
Your sale
Pre-filled with the current TCGplayer market for Voltorb #80.
Modelled on each marketplace's default seller tier with your shipping input. Net payout = sale price − selling fees − outbound shipping. Fee figures are estimates (last reviewed October 15, 2026) and vary by category, account status and payment method — confirm current rates with the marketplace. Open the full seller fee calculator to model account tiers and buyer-paid shipping.
Should you grade Voltorb?
Model the break-even and PSA 9 vs PSA 10 profit on grading Voltorb #80 against today's raw market value.
Grading plan
Pre-filled with the live market value for Voltorb #80.
Both-way postage plus declared-value insurance.
Estimated graded values below are a transparent starting point based on the raw price band — edit them with real graded comps before deciding.
At $72.50 raw and $40.00 all-in grading cost, a PSA 10 nets $149.22 versus selling raw, a PSA 9 nets $23.07. You need a graded sale of $118.48 to break even on grading.
At your stated grade odds the expected profit is $57.45 (51.1% return on cost basis).
Grading costs, turnaround and grade outcomes vary by service and card. The estimated PSA 9 and PSA 10 values are heuristics, not predictions — always sanity-check against recent graded sold listings before committing. This is a modelling tool, not financial advice.
Voltorb within Team Rocket Returns
Voltorb ranks #61 of 106 tracked Team Rocket Returns cards by market value, against a set median of $79.82.
Relative to the set median it is a value pick, placing it in the top 43%.
The set's top card is Rocket's Mewtwo ex (#99), valued at $1,499.99.
What makes Voltorb valuable
- At $72.50 it is liquid enough to sell on major marketplaces, and its thin supply status means buyers compete for clean copies.
- Its Lightning typing means Voltorb has a dual collector-and-player audience.
- Classic-era (2004) cards have a dedicated collector base and no prospect of new supply.
- Voltorb is a Common, so condition and the specific print variant matter more than raw rarity.
- Sachiko Adachi illustrated this card, which adds appeal for artist-focused collectors.
Buying & selling Voltorb
- Because it is a Pokémon card, Voltorb has both collector and player demand — a broader buyer pool than purely collectible cards.
- Check sold listings rather than asking prices — the Reverse Holofoil market of $72.50 reflects actual transactions on TCGplayer.
- If you are buying to resell, model marketplace fees first — the $72.50 value is pre-fee, and the seller-fee calculator shows the net take-home per platform.
- Bulk lots of Voltorb can hide condition issues; inspect edges and holo surfaces before paying near the — high.
- Track the Cardmarket 7- and 30-day averages (€0.96 and €0.95) to time entries and exits.
Voltorb value questions
How much is Voltorb worth?
Voltorb trades near $72.50 on TCGplayer (Reverse Holofoil), ranging $59.95–—; Cardmarket shows €1.19.
Is Voltorb a good investment?
Short-term momentum is steady (+1.1%). Older print runs tend to be more defensive holds.
What rarity is Voltorb?
Voltorb is a Common card from Team Rocket Returns (EX series, 2004). It sits in a common-to-mid rarity tier, so condition and variant matter more than raw scarcity.
Does Voltorb have multiple printings?
TCGplayer tracks 2 printings: Reverse Holofoil ($72.50), Normal ($3.19). Prices differ between variants, so always confirm which one you own or are buying.
Where can I buy or sell Voltorb?
The main marketplaces are TCGplayer (USD), Cardmarket (EUR) and eBay. Current TCGplayer market is $72.50. When selling, compare net proceeds after fees — eBay and TCGplayer typically charge 9–13%, while direct sales carry lower or no fees.
What drives Voltorb's value?
Four factors dominate: the Common rarity tier, the classic-era EX set pedigree, playability (Pokémon, Lightning), and condition. Artwork by Sachiko Adachi also matters to collector demand.
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