If I could only buy one rare Breaking Bad Funko Pop, I would choose Blue Crystal Heisenberg #162. It has a design that makes sense for the character, a real convention release history, and it looks different enough from a normal Heisenberg Pop to justify hunting down the older version.
But it is not the only one worth collecting. Beat Up Jesse #159, Walter White Glow #160, Dead Gus Fring #167, and the original Crystal Ship #09 are also older releases I would put ahead of most of the Breaking Bad line.
I am not ranking these by the highest asking price on eBay. I care more about why the Pop exists, how well it represents Breaking Bad, how hard the original version is to replace, and whether I would still want it if resale value disappeared tomorrow.
That is an important distinction in 2026 because Funko has released new Breaking Bad Pops again. If you like keeping up with current drops, our Funko Pop August 2026 new releases guide covers more of what is arriving now.
If you just want Walter, Jesse, Gus, or Heisenberg on your shelf, newer releases are much easier to buy. The five below make more sense for collectors who specifically want older Breaking Bad Funko Pops.
1. Heisenberg Blue Crystal #162
Released: San Diego Comic-Con 2015, held July 9 to 12
Collection: Pop! Television, Breaking Bad
Original release: SDCC exclusive
Current status: Vaulted
Blue Crystal Heisenberg #162 is my clear number one.
The figure was released for San Diego Comic-Con 2015. Funko now lists Blue Crystal Heisenberg #162 as a vaulted product, so the original version is officially retired from production.
What makes it special is the blue body. This is not a random repaint made just to create another exclusive. The translucent blue directly connects the figure to the blue meth associated with Walter White’s Heisenberg identity.
That gives collectors a real reason to prefer this version over a normal Heisenberg Pop.
It also looks noticeably different on a shelf. You do not need to inspect a small sticker or know the production history to understand that you are looking at a special variant.
That matters to me. Some expensive Pops are interesting mainly because they are scarce. Blue Crystal Heisenberg would still be one of my favorite Breaking Bad Pops even if it were easier to find.
You cannot buy the original #162 as a normal new product from Funko anymore. If you want one, you will need to look at resellers and collector marketplaces such as eBay, Mercari, Whatnot, specialist Funko stores, collectible shops, conventions, and established collector groups.
I would be careful before spending serious money on this one. Older high-demand Pops attract fakes, and Blue Crystal Heisenberg is popular enough that authenticity should be part of the buying decision. Good photos of the figure, box, sticker, and bottom of the box matter.
If your budget only allows one premium Breaking Bad piece, this is where I would put the money. It works as a centerpiece even if you never complete the rest of the collection.
2. Jesse Pinkman Beat Up #159
Released: San Diego Comic-Con 2014, held July 24 to 27
Collection: Pop! Television, Breaking Bad
Original release: SDCC exclusive
Edition: 2,500 pieces
Current status: Secondary market only
There are several Jesse Pinkman Pops, but Beat Up Jesse #159 is the one I would want in my collection.
The figure was released as a San Diego Comic-Con exclusive in 2014. The hobbyDB entry for Beat Up Jesse identifies it as an SDCC exclusive, and collector records document the 2,500-piece edition.
The limited production helps, but that is not the main reason I like it.
Beat Up Jesse actually looks like a version of Jesse that belongs in Breaking Bad. His bruised and bloodied appearance connects with what the character goes through during the series. It gives this Pop more meaning than a simple outfit change.
If you are a Jesse fan, I think that makes Beat Up Jesse much more interesting than buying several small variations of the regular character.
The limited SDCC history is also important here. With only 2,500 pieces originally produced, this was never a normal mass-market release that simply became hard to find after a few years.
Today, you will need to search places such as eBay, Mercari, Whatnot, collectible dealers, conventions, and collector groups.
This is also one of the Pops where I would pay attention to the sticker. The SDCC release history is part of what makes Beat Up Jesse special, so you should know exactly which version a seller is offering before paying a premium.
If Jesse is your favorite Breaking Bad character, I would buy this before trying to own every standard Jesse Pop. One strong version tells you more about the character than several small variants sitting next to each other.
3. Walter White Glow #160
Released: San Diego Comic-Con 2014, held July 24 to 27
Collection: Pop! Television, Breaking Bad
Original release: SDCC exclusive
Current status: Vaulted
Walter White Glow #160 takes one of Walt’s most recognizable looks and turns it into an older convention collectible.
The yellow hazmat suit already makes sense for the character. The SDCC version adds a Glow in the Dark finish, and Funko currently lists Walter White Glow #160 as both an exclusive and a vaulted product.
I do not think glow automatically makes a Pop worth collecting. Funko has released too many glow variants for the effect alone to justify a high price.
What makes this one more interesting is the combination of the hazmat design, its place in the older Breaking Bad line, and its SDCC history.
Would I buy it before Blue Crystal Heisenberg? No.
Blue Heisenberg has a stronger visual identity and the blue treatment connects more directly to the story. Walter Glow makes more sense once you already own one or two standout Breaking Bad Pops and want to move deeper into the older exclusives.
The original #160 is no longer sold as an active Funko product, so expect to find it through eBay, Mercari, Whatnot, specialist resellers, comic and collectible shops, conventions, or private collectors.
Check the exact variant before buying. Do not assume every listing with Walter White and #160 is the SDCC Glow version.
For me, this is a collection-building purchase rather than a first purchase. I would spend on it after Blue Heisenberg or a strong Gus or Jesse piece, not before.
4. Dead Gus Fring #167
Released: Original Breaking Bad Funko line, 2014 era
Collection: Pop! Television, Breaking Bad
Box number: 167
Current status: Vaulted
Dead Gus Fring #167 does not need an SDCC sticker to be interesting.
The figure shows Gus after the nursing home explosion, with half of his face damaged. It is one of the most recognizable moments connected to the character, and Funko turned it into a Pop that looks completely different from the normal Gus Fring figure.
Funko lists Dead Gustavo Fring #167 as vaulted. Its current archive does not give a precise original retail day, so I would rather leave the date at the original 2014-era line than pretend there is an exact date I can confidently verify.
Dead Gus is also a good reminder that rarity is not the only reason a Pop becomes desirable.
You can show this figure to a Breaking Bad fan who knows nothing about Funko stickers or convention exclusives, and the design still makes sense. That is a big reason I rank it this high.
You may also see older sticker variations when shopping for #167. Unless sticker collecting is a major part of your hobby, I would focus on getting an authentic figure in good condition instead of paying much more for a sticker you do not personally care about.
The original Dead Gus is no longer available as a regular Funko product. Check eBay, Mercari, Whatnot, specialist collectible stores, conventions, and collector groups.
If Blue Crystal Heisenberg is more than you want to spend, Dead Gus is probably the older Breaking Bad Pop I would hunt next. You are paying for a strong design first, not just a harder-to-find label.
5. The Crystal Ship #09 with Jesse Pinkman
Announced: January 13, 2015
Released: February 2015
Collection: Pop! Rides, Breaking Bad
Box number: 09
Current status: Vaulted
The original Crystal Ship #09 is different from the other picks because the reason to buy it is not just the character.
It is the RV.
Funko announced the original Crystal Ship Pop! Ride in January 2015 and said it would arrive the following month with Jesse Pinkman included. The company now keeps The Crystal Ship #09 in its Funko Vault, confirming that the original release has been retired.
I would not buy this before owning at least one good Walter, Jesse, or Heisenberg Pop. Once you have a few characters, though, the Crystal Ship adds something the standard figures cannot.
It makes the Breaking Bad part of the shelf easier to recognize without adding yet another version of the same character.
There is also an important detail to know if you are shopping in 2026.
Funko has released Walt with the Crystal Ship #310, which is a current Pop! Rides product. That is not the same figure as the old #09 with Jesse. The character, box number, and release are different.
If a reseller simply writes “Breaking Bad Crystal Ship Funko Pop,” check the box number before buying.
The old #09 is a secondary-market collectible now. You can look for it through eBay, Mercari, Whatnot, specialist Funko sellers, collectible shops, conventions, and collector communities.
I would choose the Crystal Ship over another minor Walter or Jesse variant once the basic collection is in place. It adds something new to the shelf instead of repeating a character you already own.
Which rare Breaking Bad Funko Pop should you collect first?
If you want one rare Breaking Bad Funko Pop, I would buy Blue Crystal Heisenberg #162 first.
It has the best mix of character connection, unusual design, older convention history, and collector appeal.
If Blue Heisenberg costs more than you want to spend, Dead Gus #167 would be my next target. The figure is interesting even without a rare sticker.
Beat Up Jesse #159 makes the most sense for a Jesse-focused collection. Walter White Glow #160 is better for someone already chasing older exclusives. The Crystal Ship #09 is the one I would add after I already had a few strong character Pops.
I would not try to complete the entire old Breaking Bad line just because many of the Pops are vaulted.
Vaulted simply means Funko has retired the product from production. It does not mean every vaulted figure is equally rare, desirable, or worth the price a reseller is asking.
Where can you buy rare Breaking Bad Funko Pops?
Most of the older Pops in this list are no longer available directly from Funko, so the secondary market is your main option.
Places worth checking include:
- eBay
- Mercari
- Whatnot
- Specialist Funko resellers
- Local collectible and comic stores
- Collector conventions
- Established Funko collector groups
Our full guide to where you can buy Funko Pops goes deeper into official retailers, specialty stores, and secondary-market options if you are not sure where to start.
For an expensive Pop, I would check the seller as carefully as the figure. Look at clear photos, box condition, the correct sticker, box number, seller history, and any details commonly used to identify fake versions.
A low price is not useful if the Pop is fake. A high price does not prove it is real either.
Are old Breaking Bad Funko Pops still worth collecting in 2026?
Yes, but I would be more selective now.
Funko has a new Breaking Bad Funko Pop collection with current versions of characters including Heisenberg, Jesse Pinkman, Gus Fring, and Walt with the Crystal Ship. If you only want your favorite Breaking Bad character on the shelf, buying a current release is much easier than hunting an older vaulted Pop.
That makes the reason for buying an old one much clearer.
You should be paying extra because you specifically want that version, not because an old listing says “rare.”
Blue Crystal Heisenberg earns the premium because the blue design is tied to the show. Beat Up Jesse has a real limited release and a design that fits the character. Walter Glow is worth considering if you care about early convention exclusives. Dead Gus works because the figure itself is memorable. The original Crystal Ship gives a collection something the newer character Pops do not.
That is the standard I would use for any older Breaking Bad Pop.
I would rather own five Breaking Bad Pops I really wanted than twenty I bought just to finish a checklist.