MTG - Deck Boxes 14 - A Review of KakaPopo TCG for Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon and more!

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The Professor is professing thanks to the love and support you have shown, and the generous contributions from Alumni Patrons. Thank you all: / tolariancommunitycollege
Other videos in this series:
Deck Boxes Part 1: • What Is The Best Deck ...
Deck Boxes Part 2: • MTG Deck Boxes 2: Legi...
Deck Boxes Part 3: • What's The Best MTG De...
Deck Boxes Part 4: • MTG Deck Boxes 4: Ulti...
Deck Boxes Part 5: • MTG Deck Boxes 5: FLIP...
Deck Boxes Part 6: • MTG - Deck Boxes 6: Ul...
Deck Boxes Part 7: • MTG - Deck Boxes 7: Ul...
Deck Boxes Part 8: • MTG Cube Deck Boxes: R...
Deck Boxes part 9: • MTG - Deck Boxes 9: BC...
Deck Boxes Part 10: • MTG - Gaming Cases and...
Deck Boxes Part 11: • MTG - Deck Boxes 11 by...
Deck Boxes Part 12: • MTG - Deck Boxes 12 by...
Deck Boxes Part 13: • MTG - Deck Boxes 13 - ...
Evaluation Samples: For this review, I received evaluation samples from Kakapopo TCG of their respective products. Evaluation samples do not influence grades or evaluation whatsoever, nor does the lack of an evaluation sample.
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[@Hackasherpasherpa]

The U1 is great for attempting to buy a Blue-Eyes White Dragon card from an old man.

[@BigBoii1369]

Just 3 more Blue-Eyes to go + rip one up later hahahaha

[@Atanar89]

Hardware shop have the large cases like U1 for 15€ (among the tool boxes) , just put a layer on foam sponge into the top to adjust for size. You don't need this reseller company to add 350% to the price.. It's the perfect storage for my decks and cube and even the archenemy deck, and they even have a lock.

[@douglochery8641]

+Atanar89 Here in the UK those same tool boxes can retail for £24.99 - £39.99 (USD 35.96 - 57.54). I've been using two of these for my card collection for over a year now and the flexibility and protection is great, although those insert walls are universally awful (card or 3-plyboard surrounded by cheap foam). Not perfect but certainly worth a go if you need bigger storage. Oh, and on the toolboxes the lid hinges are typically better on the more expensive models. Don't like the hinge? Go get a toolbox instead.

[@xBeauGaming]

3:03 oh helll no.

[@Lumowolf]

I had to look away at that part.

[@Ecktor]

Melodically

[@MeltYourFace324]

A case similar to the U1 can be purchased at Harbor Freight Tools for under $30 I believe. It's a camera case and I've had it for over a year!

[@ResidentEyebrowAppreciator]

prof, have you ever thought of starting(or at least collaborating with a creator) a product line? you seem like you would be a good designer.

[@raky76]

+dinglebatmc macatron I would love to see TCC Branded Deckbox line, ofc he would have to team up with the right manufacturer so they were all A quality Items

[@WhoniverseReview]

as long as it would be a TCC line, and not MTACast...

[@ResidentEyebrowAppreciator]

Thats your opinion and we're all entitled to them. congratulations!!

[@raky76]

John, not everything has to resort to name-calling, I suggest you grow up. Also I believe "The Professor" has enough integrity to not endorse items of inferior quality.

[@iraydiaz5888]

I actually like the naming convention, it makes it easier to buy and search for online and store. Its very simple and logical. I say this for one reason, when buying online and searching for specific products some companies use names then try to add on words like 'premium', 'hyper', 'gold', 'silver', etc when the products themselves do not change much among the line of products; making it harder to find and purchase good quality items. Thank you again prof. always love the videos.

[@onewholeegg]

15:14 I think even the Prof was surprised when he caught that lol

[@LeeLee94TV]

Wow! I recommended the professor look into these deck boxes while he was playing mono blue merfolk on stream about 3 months back!! Very glad he did review not just the duel deck box but the whole bunch! Thanks for not only responding but actually doing my request and on a video too :D

[@tmcdon]

I just LOVE these product reviews! More please!

[@justinrhoades2556]

The brief case style is what I've been after! Thank you very much Professor! Must save up for one. :D

[@neindanke1427]

had a mtg meeting this weekend. now 4 people ordered the b2. great product

[@dallan1944]

Finally. My parents got me the L01 for Christmas a few years ago and there was no distinct packaging or branding to identify who made it. I love it and still use it to this day, but I've never seen it in my life until watching this. Thanks Professor

[@lukasperuzovic1429]

I can see a few motivated people drilling out the rivets to the hinges and replacing the rivets with better made hinges. For the smaller cases, regular small size cabinet hinges would work but for the U1 I would look around McMaster-Carr for those heavy duty hinges that would hold in place where you place the lid but will still allow the case lid to open completely.

[@twincast2005]

If they fixed the hinges, I'd be positivly salivating over the silver S01s for my YGO Blue-Eyes deck to be - both pretty and secure. For MTG, however, I ended up deciding on style over substance when it came to my mono green deck box, and I don't regret it at all. Unlike the professor, I adore the design of Ultra-Pro's faux leather line, and while it does pop open with a single hard shake, minor rumblings pose no problem at all, which suffices for my rather limited personal needs.

[@AriosQarsute]

Necroposting pretty seriously, but do I have some great news for you! Went to their website and not only do the hinges on those deck boxes go all the way now, there's also a cover around the cards to prevent the potential damage.

[@TheOriginalBoman]

I personally own an L01 and it didn't take long for the glue that holds the divider in place to stop keeping hold of the divider. Fortunately the divider falling out wasn't much of an issue for me, as I personally would've preferred there to be no divider/a removable divider rather than one that was glued down, but it does show a certain lack of quality control

[@mohammedsarker5756]

Hey Professor, bought one of these cases based on this video and i love it for my Yugioh cards!

[@ArgenCR]

I have the small one for 2 commander decks and I really haven't run into any problems. I agree on the points that the professor made, you can feel that the plastic is not the best there is, but if you are careful, and close the box after getting your deck out, you shouldn't have any problems with it. In case that someone is on the fence of buying one :)

[@TheFleeingPhoenix]

Elegant and real, investigative reviews of products are like a fresh drink of cool water at this point. I almost wish you reviewed everything in my life! Hmm...If I become a millionaire, I may just hire you to do just that! Keep it up.

[@shawnbradleyfairweat]

Professor which soup should I order? Which girl should I date?

[@chrisiver8506]

Reviews are still the best thing you do, that was a great video.

[@benjones2514]

Great video! I am curious though, maybe a video for the future, for the protection and storage of expensive and collection cards like a black lotus, how would you store it? Sleeves, boxes, cases, locks etc. I wanna know your recommendation!

[@thegamingillustrator]

I'm looking at these for a reference to a deck box I'm making for myself that holds around 94 decks and 7 extra slots for dice and counters using the duel lid method BUT part of the compartments are part of the lids.

[@LaserfaceJones]

I've been using one of those last briefcases to carry my boxes for almost a decade, I got it as a gift to hold bits for Warhammer when I was a teenager. Has held up, can recommend if you need something like that.

[@littlebaguette4431]

Finally spend so long trying to find one of these

[@TheMonyarm]

I love how these look.

[@goodsdistributing]

my awesome wife got me the Ratchet grenade deck holder for Christmas and it is such a conversation piece

[@jacobyspurnger8488]

new company, I'm excited to see future reviews with higher quality products

[@junkyardrat2122]

I just bought a so1 case from them they definitely upgrade there boxs, there full open know and a thick plastic deck holder insert that is removable case no longer touches the card unless you turn the box upside down

[@joevonpoison834]

I would like to see a spot to add a small pad lock or other security feature. As you noted at the end of your video, these are great for plane travel, but I would still like more security when I travel with thousands of dollars worth of cards. Be it to a GP, SCG Open etc..

[@tommy-leebarney7708]

If u update this I recommend the "mac allister aluminium organiser". Good for boulders, satin tower sidewinder or two and even a binder if you get the right size fits nicely into the document pouch. Hope this helps

[@joeyboucree]

you can get a case from harbor freight tools similar to the u1 for like half the cost. i personally havent tried it for magic cards, but have used it for warhammer figures which it does a pretty good job of protecting.

[@Dannyrevv]

If it weren't for the weaker hinges I'd totally grab a few of these! Especially for an artifact based deck

[@Ghostwheel22]

A possible superior alternative to the D2 would be the discontinued Rook cases. Came in a few different sizes and the best one was like the Legion lunch box only better built with a metal divider to easily store toploaders as well as being built like a tank. I believe Rook also made steel toploaders which looked pretty shnazzy but loading/unloading sleeved decks wasn't the best.

[@joeywalsh1949]

Great reviews, would you ever make a compilation of all of the A rated products you have reviewed?

[@trondragon44]

You Professor I have this same problem. I mean I am always trying to find the best way to transport my cards for my weekly MTG night with my friends. Although some of these look nice and might do the trick, I think I just may end up making my own traveling case so I have exactly what I am needing.

[@balisticjoe]

I use a tool suitcase from harbor freight to carry my decks and binders. Have been for years. For $25-30 you get more space, the dividers, robust handle, locking latches, hooks for a carry strap, and better hinges than the best ones these offer. You only lose the synthetic leather liner, replaced with foam. For your consideration.

[@douglochery8641]

+balisticjoe I do pretty much the same thing but here in the UK we pay a lot more for that honour from our usual DIY hardware suppliers. In the UK those same tool boxes can retail for GBP24.99 - 39.99 (USD 35.96 - 57.54). The flexibility and protection is great, although those insert walls are universally awful (card or 3-plyboard surrounded by cheap foam depending on how much you pay).  Depth can be an issue (as not designed around deckbox dimensions) but some foam sorts that out. Usually better hinges on the more expensive models.

[@JordansLifeXD]

I wonder if you could remove the hinges it comes with and put on your own that freely let the sides hang when opened.

[@phoxhole]

Hopefully we'll see an S02 / L02. I really like the concept.

[@matthoward8296]

+Tolarian Community College Are the hinges on the S01 riveted in or screwed in? If screwed in, you could replace the hinges with a piano hinge and that should fix the problem (though, of course, it would be better if it came that way)

[@deathpyre42]

So, for the later series of deck boxes, they need to make the card compartment signifigantly narrower than the interior of the lid so the inside of the lid isn't flush with inside of the card compartment. Other than that, seems a well constructed deckbox.

[@OblivionKisame]

I also collect sports cards and B2 and A1 case would beperfect for storing my more expensive and favorite cards while the U1 would be great for both the top loader and graded cards so thanks for this video cause I have wanted a way to better protect my sports cards as well not just my mtg cards.

[@hannahsantamaria4017]

I use a fatpack. It stores cards well, has a nice feel and art to it. It holds in other deckboxes too c:

[@JosephFitts]

Thank you so much for finding one for top loaders! Any estimate on how many top loaders the B02 and D02 will hold?

[@salimarassiwalla9104]

The D2 sort of resemble's a pencil box with a handle.

[@slightlysavvy]

that u1 looks good. I found a birthday present for my boyfriend. thanks!

[@idodo32]

i have a case simillar to the U1 i purchused in an hardware store, pretty sure its the same latch at the very least... i recommand checking hardware stores especially if your lgs doesnt have great variety...

[@sethchapman1425]

always feel you are on point.

[@haxpet]

I think these boxes are a very good option as they should be very protectiv of your cards when you transport them. Ofcourse are there small things like the hinges and the handle, but I think that are very small things in whole aspect of the boxes. I would buy these as I think they do a very good jobb.

[@SpiritualOnslaught]

yea that last one with the sturdier latches looks pretty sweet. I see you have one of those wooden EDH deckboxes with the General window display? Those look pretty cool i must say! :)

[@demetrisgavrielides8878]

That burn at the end though!

[@dominicsevilla1189]

The moveable walls are standard dividers for stuff like that. I use the same stuff for my paintball equipment I don't think they could get better ones in that style

[@GlutzahnLP]

I use an A6 for my binding of Isaac Four Souls Cards and I never ran into any problems with it. No breaking of hinges or handle and the deck has over 400 cards atm and is double sleeved.

[@seryntheon8195]

Kiwii Dove Hawk Eagle Pelican Condor Albatross

[@BigBoii1369]

California Condor Ostrich Flamingo Penguin Tucan Sam Bird of Paradise Parrot Raven Seagull Hummingbird There were probably some copyright infringements they were worried about... lol jk :D

[@Minervastouch]

What video do you review the cube vault in you refer to in this video?

[@jordanmcneal2088]

What would you recommend for storing a 720 double sleeved cube with an additional 250 double sleeved lands? Would the U2 be good for this? Or would the cards move around too much and the dividers come loose? Have you reviewed a better product for these needs?

[@thebearistheish]

Would you say the B2 can fit one or two fatpack boxes? They've become my go-to cases for Commander decks, and I'm in need of a reliable carrying case for a few.

[@ThePurpleGM]

I'm considering building a cube and I wanted to know what would you recommend among these would be best to contain the cards? I have heard about the Cube Vault but haven't researched it so I don't know if it actually is viable for holding a small cube to medium sized cube. If you have any recommendations beyond these then I'd love to hear them.

[@SaggiDarkClownlike]

Your product reviews are super handy, keep up the good work and thank you! I am curious if you know of any cases that would carry up to nine of the Ultimate Guard single deck boxes apart from the A1, A2 and U1? Especially for carrying decks to friends or stores Also would you have any recommendations for home storage of up to 30 Ultimate Guard single deck boxes or deck storage at home in general?

[@Brawler_1337]

The A1 is the same case I mentioned in the Cube video, though without the logo. I've used it for my cube without trouble for almost a year now, though I do agree that the hinges are worryingly thin. Maybe I might want to look into the U1 if I want to improve, but I did get my A1 for about $30, so I don't have to rush.

[@TolarianCommunityCollege]

+Brawler_1337 I've since been speaking to a lot of folks (crafters, engineers) about hinges and they agree that Kakapopo really should have used better quality hinges. I should not have been able to bend them like I did. It's too bad, because the overall design of all these items is really neat and clever. Maybe they will upgrade materials int he next production.

[@Brawler_1337]

+Tolarian Community College Indeed. It's really the hinges. (I don't mind the latches and the handle as much.) On the bright side, these cases are really good at looking really baller. I mean, come on! You look like freaking Seto Kaiba!

[@sankethbhaskar4236]

Can B2 hold poker chips effectively?

[@alfsgx7200]

Hi, Professor! Do toploaders in team bags fit in the B2? I'm thinking about getting one, but only if the team bags fit :)

[@warmachineacc]

Reminds me of Seto Kaiba and his brief case full of cards.

[@jamesakeson2079]

Can the D2 and B2 fit the S01 and L01? I was thinking of dropping by the hardware store and replacing the hinges with 360 hinges (allowing it to rest down like you recommended) ill give specs for the hinges I use if it works out

[@EveHawthorne]

Hey Professor, would it be possible to see a video on a Marchesa, the Black Rose commander deck? Probably my favorite commander ever, but I can never seem to get her deck just right.

[@aiman7362]

I agree about the S01 its so cute .

[@DarthSmirnoff]

Professor, is there somewhere you have a listing of all the deck boxes you've reviewed with the grades? I seem to remember you doing that at the end of your videos for the sleeves.

[@sleepingdog588]

Hey Professor, It seems that one can't patent a deck box design as BCW have changed their Deck Locker to be identical to the Ultimate Guard Flip'N'Tray. It now has trays for both dice and deck as well as a faux suede interior lining. The outer shell is still the same faux leather and only comes in 80 sleeved (single? doesn't specify) card sizes. Available in the 5 colors of magic and brown which I suppose is meant to resemble natural leather. Their web site lists them a new higher price of $21.45. I wonder If the quality has improved? I bought the 100+ Ultimate Guard Flip'N'Tray off your recommendation and it's everything you said it was plus more. The "more" being that you can't get the physical feeling of quality through the video, not to mention that awesome Xenoskin. I love your channel and all the wonderful content. I'm looking forward to more great reviews, information and fun in the future. Speaking of which, what happen to the podcasts between you and Wedge from TheManaSource? Also, will you be doing an Office Hours for the exceptional beauty that is Liliana? Happy Magic Professor :-)

[@kehmsen8022]

Please professor! Would you review/look at the block constructed format?

[@dragonmk123]

The U1 looks good can it fit a play-mat tube on the inside of it?

[@nerdtvch5]

There's no lining on the inside of these single and duel deck boxes? Normally for something like this there's some type of inside felt, or velvet to protect the cards. I'd also recammend perhaps a removable tray for the deck it's self even a light plastic one would help. Sometype of inner protection :(

[@heck_n_degenerate940]

Could you fit 720 perfect fit single sleeved cards in the B2?

[@griffinriley3675]

Can the D2 box hold a Ultra Pro Satin Tower deck box along with other cards?

[@TheNutCase657]

Would the B2 hold six single sleeved edh decks? (sleeves are dragon shields)

[@tcgbattlingmaster925]

so I need a box that can hold like 20 normal decks and 2 commander decks, would I be better off buying multiple boxes or trying to build my own

[@magicguy1988]

What metal are the hinges made of, if they're so easily bendable?

[@kazukimoto12]

Can the cases hold ultra pro satin towers? The ones besides A2.

[@isuzuoasis]

The U1 looks like a box i purchased from Harbor Freight Tools. But my boxes only cost me $30. They have taken extreme beating in the trunk of my car and both have the dividers and locks. Haven't noticed any hinge issues. One of mine came with foam inserts, so it is able to be customized to my liking. you should try to do a video on generic cases that will work as a budget case.

[@Ratchetfan321]

+Tolarian Community College would you recommend these cases to someone who already uses a Pirate Lab care in conjunction with Satin Towers. Or are the benefits not their.

[@bdawg8877]

looking for something sturdy to hold 20+ casual 60 card decks, and 5+ commander decks. currently employed a bcw and a box from the resident evil deckbuilding game but want something different. nothing flashy, but better than cardboard. any ideas?

[@billycyph]

they shoul make it double hinged. attach a hinge to a bar that attaches to the top of the lid so it can flip 540 degrees and make some sort of sleeve for it to slide into place to protect the cards. or just make it so the sides that are sliding against the cards are part of the bottom piece and no the lid. they cant brush against the side if the never move.

[@GaruruTheWolf]

Hello Professor! Really enjoy your reviews. They're very helpful to someone like me who has a lot of knowledge about Magic CARDS but doesn't know much at all about ACCESSORIES. I have a question! The B2 deck carrying case looks amazing. I'm mainly a Commander player and have quite a few Commander decks. Do you happen to know which, if any made-for-Commander deck boxes will fit into the B2 case and do you happen to know of any other good deck carrying cases that would suit someone with a lot of Commander decks (more than 6)?

[@CrimsonFox36]

i use to use a backpack, but it was falling apart. then i switched to a wide satchel i got for christmas. i could only fit two fatpacks and a playmat in it. then i found an old briefcase at a yardsale. it was the Perfect size! it could hold four fatpacks, two playmats, AND a little wiggle room left over for dice and counters. i always use it! i will never not use it. it's light brown, and i painted a lotus on the front. :3

[@danielschaumburg4709]

I'm really interested to buy the B2 Version, anyone knows if 3 Ultra Pro Dual Deck Boxes (the big version) will fit in there?

[@Frostman1255]

You should review the new version of these, they have a card holder and the lids open the way you recommend now

[@robwindsor7016]

Professor, what style lapel do you prefer on suits, notched or peaked?

[@Yukiba_ice]

professor you missed the deck box which is like S01 but with a extra compartment for dice

[@13I9I20I3I7]

Hey Professor! Very insightful video! After your review I have mentally committed to picking up the D2 in full black for me decks. The only issue is... Its impossible to find anywhere right now on a site that seems legitimate. Would you happen to know of a site that currently has one available or do you have access to a supply yourself? Thank you!

[@alexanderleon1507]

I'm sure that anyone could find a heavy duty hinge to replace the hinges?

[@jestersage44]

Would you recommend these for decks of playing cards?

[@kermitdafrog444]

how many satin towers can you fit in the U1?

[@gerardogutierrez9591]

Can the D2 hold ultimate guard boulder deck boxes

[@reap--ent4434]

These look similar to instrument cases imo. The U1 reminds me most of a clarinet case, which usually have leather handles and full range of motion on the hinges. Instrument cases last a while considering the borderline abuse they endure from generation to generation in a school setting.

[@MrGengar-gy7pn]

could you do a video of the best deck box for pokemon cards

[@Mrbigmike311]

I will wait for the second line of product where they will improve all the point to get one, to be honest the A02 is my personal favorite

[@ProtagonistOfficial]

13:25 What happened to the two extra pluses?

[@BigBoii1369]

That bugged me to lol

[@alexandercaedmonbranum8801]

I don't know about anybody else but I tend to knock my deck boxes off of tables so can you show a test of you throwing it on the ground from table height to see hoe it holds up

[@ZERO_42069]

Sams club sells pelican style cases that you can use to hold cards

[@chrisjones6369]

How many toploaders does the B2/D2 hold?

[@thorwrigglesworth5116]

the kiwi actually suits the S01 because of its tiny wings

[@breezycaesar]

Does the D01 hold satin towers?

[@ozg89]

Near the end of the video you mention the cube vault but I don't think you have reviewed the cube vault in your videos. Is there ever a plan to review it in a video? If not what grade would you give it?