2025 Topps Chrome SpongeBob SquarePants Blaster Box Review

🧽 2025 Topps Chrome SpongeBob SquarePants Blaster Box Review

By David Codye Satterwhite – Cardboard Addict DCS

🎬 A Chrome-Dipped Trip to Bikini Bottom

Every once in a while, a trading card release drops that perfectly blends nostalgia, humor, and collector energy — and the 2025 Topps Chrome SpongeBob SquarePants set does exactly that. As a lifelong card ripper and SpongeBob fanatic, I cracked open three blaster boxes of this chrome-coated madness, chasing everything from refractors to autographs to that elusive 1-of-1 DoodleBob sketch card.

Let’s just say… we didn’t catch the mythical DoodleBob, but we did pull something pretty special.

🦞 The Pull of the Day: Larry the Lobster Autograph

Midway through the rip, the sea gods smiled upon us. Out came a Doug Lawrence (Mr. Lawrence) signature card, the voice of none other than Larry the Lobster himself.
The autograph looks fantastic on the Chrome surface — crisp ink, great placement, and that nostalgic SpongeBob flair that makes the set so fun to chase. For autograph hunters and animation fans alike, this is a major hit.

💎 Chrome Quality & Card Design

Topps absolutely nailed the look. The Chrome finish brings the world of Bikini Bottom to life — bright, reflective, and just the right level of silly. Characters like SpongeBob, Patrick, Sandy Cheeks, and Barnacle Boy all pop off the card stock.

The refractors and parallels shimmer beautifully, though a few cards came with minor off-centering (nothing unusual for Chrome). Still, the print quality is high, and the artwork selection is top-tier — everything from iconic memes (“Imagination!”) to deep cuts like the Shady Shoals Rest Home and Krusty Krab Five-Star Review.

🎲 What’s Inside a Blaster Box

Each 2025 Topps Chrome SpongeBob Blaster Box contains:

• 28 Chrome cards per box (7 packs of 4 cards)

• A mix of base, refractors, and numbered parallels

• The chance for autographs, sketch cards, and meme inserts

Across our three boxes, we pulled:

• Multiple green parallels and numbered cards (including #121/199)

• A few standout refractors like Painty the Pirate

• The Doug Lawrence / Larry the Lobster autograph

Not bad for three retail boxes!

💰 Value & Collector Appeal

Retail price per blaster box sits around $35–$40, though it’s expected to rise as demand grows (anything SpongeBob-related usually does). These aren’t cards you flip for big money — they’re pure fun and nostalgia, perfect for collectors who grew up quoting “Is mayonnaise an instrument?” or “Firmly grasp it!”

From a collector’s standpoint, I’d give this set a solid 3 out of 5. The fun factor is a perfect 5, but the chase odds and distribution make hitting a major card a little tough. Still, the set’s charm and humor make it an easy recommend.

🧩 Final Thoughts

The 2025 Topps Chrome SpongeBob SquarePants set is an absolute blast — shiny, chaotic, and soaked in childhood memories. Whether you’re hunting for the DoodleBob sketch card or just want a stack of Chrome SpongeBob memes to show off, this release hits all the right nostalgic notes.

If you’re a collector who loves SpongeBob, animation history, or just a good Chrome rip — this is a must-try product.

⭐ Final Score: 3/5 (Fun Factor: 5/5 | Value: 3/5 | Print Quality: 4/5)
🦞 Highlight Pull: Doug Lawrence “Larry the Lobster” Autograph
🎯 Verdict: “Firmly grasp it” and grab a box while you can — they won’t stay on shelves for long.

Watch the full unboxing video on YouTube @CardboardAddictDCS for live reactions, signature pulls, and SpongeBob-level chaos!