Top 4 Best Storage and Transport Cases For Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, and Trading Card Games

[@TolarianCommunityCollege]

For those curious, I did not include the Stanely Toolkit or Amazon Basics backpack because those are 'Everyday Items' that can be used for MTG, and this video is meant to look at actual products built for the game. If you'd like to see that review, it can be found here: ua-cam.com/video/kSm49YvmBbg/v-deo.html

[@CraftingSelf]

I was wondering about that. I got a variation on the Stanley tool box and it's so far been my favorite storage. Has been great for my kids collections too as they are rough on everything. Love your appearances on Game Knights!

[@andrews5723]

I was wondering why those weren't in here, that makes perfect sense though.

[@mr.mammuthusafricanavus8299]

Silly Stanley case does not ship to Canada, found an alternate version but now it is discontinued:(

[@misomiso8228]

Professor, please can you do a video explaining the changes in competitive play? What is a Mythic CHampionship!?! is it just the pro tour by another name?
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[@mrmckenzie0]

FYI...the previous version of the Stanley Toolkit has gone out of production, though you might still be able to pick up one of the old stock in store. The new versions seems to have those odd triangular corners. and even if it didn't seems to be of iffy quality.

[@kingofsnakes1000]

So this is the...best case scenario?

[@AskDoctorBear]

*Sigh*
Take your thumbs up

[@anthonyleblanc2767]

Arkhives are pretty sweet

[@danacoleman4007]

BRILLIANT!

[@TolarianCommunityCollege]

B+

[@Gashnaw]

i wan to slap you for that one.

[@JonathanHecht]

I actually for quite some time been using the deep compartment stanley toolbox from the video "products not designed for magic that are good for it" and let me tell you, while i have more than 12 commanders, being able to come to my lgs with this thing and have my friends keep lend different commanders of mine for each game is very fun. I have been officialy been annonced as the store's "commander dealer"

[@-RTC-]

I always plan on getting one of these, but then remember I can use that money to buy more cards

[@akselhansen304]

my life in a nutshell
could use a new jacket or some winter shoes but why not by magic cards instead

[@Kattywagon29]

Same. XD One day I will have more disposable income...to spend on more cards! I rely of friends and family to gift me with deck boxes and such.

[@BloodpactORG]

This is how you become one of the people with a huge collection that's worthless due to nothing in it being near mint.

[@akselhansen304]

@@BloodpactORG first of all it doesnt make it worthless just less appealing second im sure anyone that spends any larger amount of money takes good care of their cards
unless youre rudy

[@shuboy05]

Just wait till you have this huge stack of bulk cards and nowhere to put them....

[@ryansargent661]

I really appreciate all the time and effort you put into these videos. They are a valuable resource for someone who wants a great product but doesn’t have the money to test everything out themselves.

[@buddude31]

It’s not a tolarian deck box video if the prof doesn’t somehow hurt himself flinging boxes Into the air

[@2Toadz]

Agreed. It just wouldn't be a TCC review unless the Prof is ripping sleeves, shaking deck boxes, or generally causing mayhem during a review. LOL

[@erikbraun473]

I own 3 of the Arkhive and was happy to see it on this list. The product is excellent and ive been extremely happy with the pur hase

[@RomiiPlays]

how is it for toploaders?i seen they fit but are they good to have in there?

[@alexlapeyrouse7418]

Dude, my family watches your channel. My dad got into MTG because he worked at a comic book store since he was adult (When MTG first became a game). Him and my uncle got obsessed with the game and even taught me and my cousins how to play. You're definitely a professor for sure.

[@billable1861]

It’s taken me years to realize that plush on the bookcase looks like a Craterhoof Behemoth.

[@ZoidsNut]

Huh. So it is. And here I've been thinking it was a siege rhino.

[@sonofchlar6144]

It IS a craterhoof! There’s a women on Etsy that made them a while ago.

[@skillganon606]

@@sonofchlar6144 was it Tally?

[@gemyniraptor8626]

I have owned the large Pirate Labs case for a little over a year now and its one of the best purchases I've made. its durable and while mine has seen some wear on the edges due to my carelessness, its still very strong and completely protects my travelling collection. my friends and I play a lot of Commander and as its stands my bag is carrying 6 commander decks, one Standard deck, a box of lands for when i'm doing drafts or limited, box of tokens, several dice containers, my playmat and my trade binder. its basically everything I need for a night of Magic no matter where I go, and I also would like to point out the color options. while they are varied, I particularly was please I was able to find regulation US military Coyote Brown color for mine as so I could bring it to military trips the Army sends me on and it doesn't stick out like a sore thumb amongst my other gear. 100% would buy again.

[@grasshopper1153]

Good to know. I might have to pick one up. It was my favorite out of the ones he showed in the video.

[@SHINTA1035]

Prof..where's the 400k Q and A? That's my Q and A question btw

[@AffinityForCommander]

A great video for those of us with a million decks! Merry Christmas Professor! 🎅

[@MrBigtexallin]

Thank you for these videos. I started MTG a few weeks ago and your videos have helped me immensely. I hope you continue to load amazing content!

[@randyzap6948]

Still love my Stanley case

[@sernanelayda49]

Same here. Best for Commander decks.

[@randyzap6948]

@@karlsmink definitely a fair failing to point out. I don't make it to very many of those events but I'll keep that in mind the next time I do

[@jasonmolenaar119]

I use one for storing socks at home
Arkhive is for traveling out of the house

[@ArticWolfv]

@@karlsmink then find a paint that will stick to plastic and make it colorful.

[@JaxMerrick]

@C S I'm assuming this: www.walmart.com/ip/STANLEY-014710R-Deep-Organizer-Professional-10-Compartments/21272746?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=1122&adid=22222222228016785450&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=m&wl3=40872333272&wl4=pla-78765096152&wl5=9026258&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=101593696&wl11=online&wl12=21272746&wl13=&veh=sem&gclid=CjwKCAiA3vfgBRB9EiwAkfpd3IHgEzLGky82JehWd9MDVsEavXUICtUqG2T_UjG1WBqsFR_Ctp6duxoCCfkQAvD_BwE

[@Kattywagon29]

Professor, thank goodness! I was starting to worry that you uploaded a card case video without throwing stuff around...I'm glad I waited before rushing to the comments. XD

[@cullanmurray46]

I want to say how much I love and appreciate what you do prof. All your videos are amazing and you help me make the best out of money when buying product. Keep up the amazing work

[@Doofindork]

The Pirate Lab carrying case is absolutely amazing! I don't regret buying it at all. Now I just wish they sold more of their accessories in Europe, because I want a few of those full-row foam inlays.

[@alberttsang1521]

I've been looking for a proper carrying case to fit a trade binder, playmat, and a couple of Commander decks but I had no idea the Piratelab case exsisted! Thank you so very much Prof!

[@TheCCGCollector]

It seems funny to have to point this out, but it didn't occur to me immediately, so I thought I'd share. The removable compartments in the Dex Protection Supreme Game Chest can hold about 95 double-sleeved cards, but if you take them out, you can put around 125 double-sleeved cards in the spots where the compartments would have been. With the compartments removed, I'm able to hold a double-sleeved 1050 card cube in the chest.

[@shawnbroussard8996]

Got the small pirate lab case and my god is it amazing. The price tag on Pirate Labs is a bit much but boy do you pay for the quality. Top notch.

[@BlainmanG12]

Thank you for making these videos so much. These are always great and I hope you can keep doing this!

[@jonathandobbs3750]

For your Q & A I want to know what's your favorite format to play? And do you prefer prerelease or draft? Also, I love your videos. I got one of my friends watching your videos and he really appreciates your views.

[@calholden9040]

I was just thinking about rewatching the storage vids yesterday as I need more room. Awesome coincidence this is uploaded a day later! Thanks prof

[@WesleyEvan87]

I have an old school KMC card case. Got it 20 years ago and still in perfect condition, no yellowing.

[@adimentiia]

My BF uses camera bags to bring decks to FNM and it honestly works so well. They're designed to protect cameras, so they protect deck boxes very well!

[@Coltdogg]

KMC card barrier box is the perfect box for a cube. It fits a large double sleeved cube perfectly or in my case I have my double sleeved 540 card cube plus basic lands

[@KLUNE]

The KMC box can hold the thin boxes that are included on Plains walker decks or guild kits?

[@daneerickson8796]

I love the KMC. I have three. One holds my pauper cube, one holds my unstable set cube, and one holds my eight budget 'gauntlet' commander decks. I'm considering dropping the commander decks box to 6-7 so it can fit dice and tokens for all of them, which don't fit with 8 decks in dragon shields (but actually because I want to upgrade a couple of those budget decks).

[@terridoesculture]

I always come and check your reviews on products before purchasing something new. Thank you so much for all the hard work!

[@adminanonymous1521]

The first time I encountered the Dex box, I was at Magicfest in Vegas and asked if I could open it and look inside. The guy at the booth said "of course" and I tried to open it and thought I was trying to open the incorrect side at first. The first time opening was difficult due to the strength. I bought the box. It houses the Unstable Cube because the red fits so well for that set.

[@stonepatberg]

Thank you tolarian for always doing the absolute best! Keep doing good work!

[@VirgilAllenMoore]

Another awesome video, Sir. Well done. I ended up getting the Stanley Deep Parts Bin because of one of these videos and it's been working wonderfully for my needs. Thank you for the great deck box alternatives and keep them coming.

[@manuelgeraldino2235]

I'm likely never getting one of these cases since I have one commander deck and one modern deck but man I love the profs vids. His voice is like ASMR for me

[@ewalt8549]

Thanks Professor! All of your review videos are very helpful for making the best decisions on how to protect and display my Magic cards. Sincerely appreciated sir and have a Merry Christmas!

[@wasted4satan390]

I own a Dex Protection Game Chest because of your review and absolutely love it! Thanks Professor!

[@cheyenneshaver4855]

just recently got back into Pokemon TCG collecting after finally learning how to play the game, this is absolutely helpful, now i don't have to find a way to shove them into old tins & shoeboxes, i appreciate your videos !! :'-0

[@robertlandrum]

Completely agree that the Ultimate Guard boxes are perfect for carrying around the your playable decks. I've got one for Modern, one for Standard, and one for the card kingdom Battle Decks.

[@RazzAlerio]

After having used it for a couple of years, the REP MTG-1 has served me incredibly well, it carries 8 of my commander decks in Ultra Pro commander deck boxes, as well as my playmat and dice! It’s been dropped, sat on, and still looks immaculate. I got it during one of the mass drop sales at 60$. Id say it’s a pretty damn good choice! I just wish they offered a larger version.

[@Poisonremedy]

So glad you re-reviewed the Arkhive, gave me enough reason to go back and order myself one! Thanks for everything you do Prof!

[@refreshdaemon]

These are all quite nice, but I'm still plenty content using my inexpensive cardboard card boxes for storage and transport. That they're inexpensive is important because I've got a ton of cards (and cubes) that need storage and sorting, but they're also easy to label, so I know what's in each box from just glancing at its side. And they don't open or spill easily. While durability is theoretically limited, I've never experienced one of these boxes getting damaged beyond use yet from regular transport, so I see little reason to pay more for a fancy box.

[@shatteredknight1129]

I have two of those Card Barrier Box. Almost 4 years. So great! For some reason they heavy duty super glue for the label sticker. So had a pretty difficult time getting off. But other than that, excellent box.
The problem I've always had with Ultimate Guard is their logo. It's ugly. I wanted to get their card box, but opted for a different brand with a nice dragon symbol logo.

[@noalb3108]

Ultimate Guard's pure text logo is one of the only good looking logos among card product companies. It's only ugly when they put that over-arching bodybuilder on top of it.

[@shatteredknight1129]

@@noalb3108 Yes that's the whole problem.

[@codydalebout8051]

"I've got it!" *Puts Ultimate Gaurd Archive inside KMC Card Barrier Box then puts that into Pirate lab case *

[@sonofchlar6144]

And inside it all is a single foil storm crow... worth it.

[@corkscrewfork]

I'll have to keep the Arkhive in mind as my roommates and I expand our collections. Thanks, Prof!

[@michaelmueller5211]

Simply because of this channel (literally because of Tolarian Community College)I try to buy all my singles at my local game store which by the way the only way i can get there is by bike and it takes one hour both ways for a combined 2 hours. It hasn't had everything I've looked for so the singles it doesn't have i usually buy at tcgplayer.com. The singles it does have that i need i will get there.

[@lennoncoleman]

thank you for this i've been looking for new storage and this was very helpful keep up the good work prof

[@DakotaAbroad]

Man, wish I could have seen this sooner. I just moved from China to Japan. XD I didn't even think about checking your older videos for cases like this. Thankfully the boxes and such I had were protective enough! =D

[@SacredCharizard]

Just a quick note on Ultimate Guard products. If your double sleeved commander deck is completely foiled or has painted cards, it will not fit in an Ultimate Guard deck box. Foil cards are ever so slightly thicker than normal cards. I creased a foil Burgeoning and a foil Dissension Ghost Quarter trying to fit my all foil, double sleeved commander deck into a flipn tray. Boulders use the same dimensions.

[@christmas6666]

Ouch!! sorry for your loss...

[@SacredCharizard]

@@christmas6666 Luckily the damage isn't that noticeable. The creases are right directly on the border edge of the text box, so it kind of blends in and it's not visible on the back of the cards. It's just that I know the crease is there and you can see it in the right lighting and it drives me nuts lol

[@DimebagDan81]

Can we get an updated version of this please professor? 😊 Thank you for all you do!

[@HerrDerpington]

That Stanley case now houses Guild Kits. I'm waiting for the other set to arrive so I can finally complete my custom game night "Guild Night" box.

[@createchannel3542]

I won an arkhive at a charity event a year ago and I’ve beaten that thing hard! Still in great shape (easy way to have multiple decks to go)

[@mtg.delirium6632]

Based on your recommendations, I bought the PirateLabs case earlier this year, and I love it.

[@kevinmiller1881]

You Sir, simply rock! You seem like someone that accepts everyone just as they are. Keep being you!

[@lahojaqueflota]

I love my Dex case. I have the gray one. It gets nowhere near as many hand prints on the outside. That Velcro has not worn out. Soooooo good. The only thing I've noticed is that the inner corners of the suede are starting to wear out. Otherwise, best case out there!!!

[@hkctac13]

The Dex protect box does allow for 60 card decks (single sleeved as I do) left in dragon shield boxes.. This is quite nice. Otherwise, using ribbon to separate decks works great to allow you to grab them out with ease. I have one and it is amazing.

[@nickvgallo]

the quality of your camera is amazing. Job well done!

[@Lara-ht5zp]

I use the "Ultimate Guard Archive". Placing 4 Boulder in it to go to any tournaments. Way more efficient in terms of storage and space than single boxes in a backpack.
Boulders are excellent too. I'm using only the 100+ ones, offering me enough space for a double sleeved legacy deck + a lot tokens. I use about 13 thick sleeved tokens from GnD and still have room.

[@simong4252]

Thanks Prof, just ordered a couple of the KMC's - definitely time to upgrade storage for my overflowing Arkham Horror LCG , AEONS End and Legendary collections - it's not just my MTG collection that needs some box love 😋

[@derrickwatson2041]

The best MTG deck cases you can get at a thrift store.. go to your thrift store and buy a brief case metal or leather. Then cut out all the inserts in it and it will hold 30 decks. Also most brief cases comes with combination locks.

[@Azalzan]

I really enjoyed the Wyrmwood TCC deckbox on the shelf matching the professors outfit. Coincidence? I don't think so.

[@abelexclusa9856]

Congrats on 400k subs Prof! Insane numbers climbing the ladder. Looking forward to the Q and A soon!

[@Dizaster1995]

Do you have a video debating when it's a good time to get a binder over a storage case? Or vice versa? My magic cards are in a big 4 inch binder, but idk if that's the best way to go :(

[@ong5589]

As much as I like the Stanley Deep Pro Box, it did not sell overseas or post to overseas :(

[@coolyoutubeluke]

Ok this is scary!, last night I was watching Professors old vids on cases and deck boxes and said to myself, I wish he had an updated one.
Woke up this morning and look whats on my feed! are you spying on me Professor?

[@nsward99]

As a new player to MTG, I always look forward to these videos :) thanks prof

[@gramou3592]

Always confident in your reviews and never regret it

[@ElDocBruh]

Oh man, I was recently thinking of getting a Piratelab case, then I saw this video and wondered "will it come up? I hope it does". And it did :D

[@louistetrault6729]

I usually agree with the professor, and again he is almost 100% right here. But The best deck box is the one my student 3D printed for me! It's the companion cube from portal, it can hold 2 decks, 2 sideboard and 32 small D6.

[@TCGTaj]

So useful! As always. Thank you Professor 😊✌

[@64bitrobot]

I gotta admit, as someone who owns half a dozen EDH decks, the Dex Protection Game Chest looks great,

[@Martin-bk7ur]

Why can't I like twice?! The flips at the end made the video.

[@DarthVincentiusOfficial]

I love the Ark Hive, but I use the Super Hive. Holds 5 or 6 Boulders (depending on 80+ or 100+) 2 playmats and a dice compartment. It has the same magnet closure.

[@tylerzilkie6339]

I love seeing these reviews, but I've always wondered what are some storage solutions for large collections at home?

[@runs_with_dragons]

We need an updated video!!

[@AngelOfDeathComplex]

I hope you get Katana sleeves soon. I really want a review so bad lol

[@MasterFalkner]

about 15 years ago i got this "Jammers Quality Cases Jumbo Card Case" and doing a quick online search i can't seem to find it being sold or reviewed anywhere.
it looks a lot like the KMC Card Barrier Box except it has 6 compartments that are about the same size and instead of the cards being sideways they are upright. on the box it says it could hold 1000 jumbo card capacity or 2000 standard card capacity but from my experience i could probably hold 2,100 sleeveless yugioh cards in it or 350 cards per compartment. i don't have a lot of sleeved cards but if i guessed i'd say it would probably fit about 1,800 sleeved yugioh cards or 300 per compartment i dont know.
the Jammers Quality Cases Jumbo Card Case can also fit sleeveless pokemon cards but i know it can't fit sleeved pokemon cards. the sleeve size is just too big to fit.

[@camaloncrack9737]

I bought a KMC Card Barrier Box after I saw another review you made on it before. Mine cracked after a bit, but it is still very usable and that Crack is pretty superficial and doesn’t effect the protection.

[@bart1105]

I bought arkhives after watching your reviews ofnit. very happy with it.

[@derrickbarrett9173]

Your awesome professor I really appreciate all the time and effort you put into making these videos your a godsend

[@alicemoore2036]

The Ultimate Guard is aesthetically pleasing.

[@puffin-onehandedgamer1164]

I really like the Pirate Lab one, I might have to buy one when I go abroad sometime, I can't order one because it costs too much, it will be taxed orders over 300 Danish Kroner (about 45 $) get taxed by the post office and you have to pay extra to receive the package, I don't fancy that, tried that once on a booster box, I almost payed double for it, original price was around 600 (100 $), I ended up paying 1000-1100, that hurt, I wouldn't have ordered it if I knew about the taxing, so now I don't order over the limit. So therefor I need to buy these when I go on vacation or something.

[@guybrushftw]

I was wondering how best to store my 8 commander decks. Now I know! Thank you.

[@izmazix2148]

Liked. Subscribed. Watched to the end. Commented. Lol
Thanks Prof!

[@alexandrosvezyropoulos2344]

I bought a camera bag . I am super happy with it

[@ChazMichaelMorganz]

That music put me in a good mood coming into the video my good sir

[@goremall4330]

This is awesome! I have been looking for one of these, thanks professor 👊

[@AlmostSkillfull]

The Dex Supreme game chest has been amazing so far in my experience. My only qualm is that it holds so much it gets heavy when full.

[@cassdunn2504]

thought for sure kakapopotcg would be here. I own five and their newest designs are leaps and bounds above any of these. they also smell good lol

[@asblade]

Damm you Professor. You are really tempting me to go back playing magic...
I love your videos and I don`t even play anymore...

[@giantrobotz]

Twin Peaks box set on VHS? NICE!

[@olliegrant5375]

also i think that some of the products not made for magic should have had a place in this video, XCD Essentials SLR Camera Backpack in particular which is what i use

[@StefVanDerVelden]

Amazing top notch quality yet again

[@lewdycutey3988]

Please test if sleeves that use over sleeves fit into deck boxes in reviews, would be very helpful for those of us that use art sleeves and over sleeves on them.

[@thewitchcoven]

Waiting for the Professor to say Yu-Gi-Oh in a title

[@jujukisszz]

Nice video. I really think you underestimate the quiver and i would fit him easily in this top product list but thats my opinion.

[@verum117]

My fav tcg product reviewer

[@jameszahm3476]

i absolutely love the arkhive. i have two of them, one for commander decks and one for my standard/modern decks. and in combination with the boulders, they are unbeatable.

[@KFOD91]

James Zahm do they open if you flip or shake them upside down?

[@jameszahm3476]

@@KFOD91 i haven't given them an actual shake, but i've never had one accidentally open on me from tipping over or being in my bag.

[@raicudona6395]

Those do seem nice but I'm going to stick with the method I have. I store all my Commander decks in the clear plastic mystery boxes with the commander facing outwards so I know which deck it is and they are side loaded because that's how they fit best. They are also in plastics that reach both ends and the boxes are usually kept in either my Poke'mon Shining Legends or my Poke'mon Dragon Majesty big boxes inside of my backpack. All things are from my local game stores. It's usually a lot too carry but I'm use to it. (also I have a large waterproof bag in case there's a downpour)

[@daveraghanti8149]

Man dragon sleeves are expensive!!! It only makes sense to protect your cards. Thanks professor

[@StickyBombLauncher]

Perfect, was just looking for a box for my deckboxes!

[@mudkrab]

Nice fallen empire box, pride of place! lol

[@grasshopper1153]

Excellent video. I think I like the piratelab case the best out of the ones you showed.