Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine)
Neo Destiny · 096/105 · Rare
Current Prices
Set
Neo DestinyNumber
096/105
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Unlimited
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine) Worth?
Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine) (Unlimited variant) is a Rare card in the Neo Destiny set, card number 096/105. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it sits in the budget range, so it is an accessible addition for most collectors.
Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine) (Neo Destiny, 096/105) is worth around $7.41 in Near Mint condition. Condition drives the price hard: a Near Mint copy is worth about $7.41, while a Damaged one drops to roughly $3.66. The full condition ladder runs Near Mint $7.41, Lightly Played $5.81, Moderately Played $4.62, Heavily Played $3.62, Damaged $3.66 — so grading the condition correctly before you buy or sell matters more than almost anything else. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $299.00 — about 40x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value. PSA 9 copies sit around $25.00.
Is It Worth Grading Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine)?
Grading Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($7.41) and a PSA 10 ($299.00) is about $291.59 — a 40x uplift before grading fees. Other graded tiers we track: PSA 9 $25.00, CGC 10 $12.50, CGC 9.5 $20.00. Only grade a budget card like this if it is flawless and you plan to hold long-term.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $6.50 | $6.50 | $6.50 | 6 |
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $7.22 | $7.22 | $7.22 | 4 |
| ebay | CGC 10 | $12.50 | $12.50 | $12.50 | 1 |
| ebay | CGC 9 5 | $20.00 | $20.00 | $20.00 | 2 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $299.00 | $299.00 | $299.00 | 8 |
| ebay | PSA 7 | $15.50 | $15.50 | $15.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 8 | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 8 5 | $7.50 | $7.50 | $7.50 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 9 | $25.00 | $25.00 | $25.00 | 5 |
| tcgplayer | DAMAGED | $3.66 | $3.66 | $3.66 | 16 |
| tcgplayer | HEAVILY PLAYED | $3.62 | $3.62 | $3.62 | 12 |
| tcgplayer | LIGHTLY PLAYED | $5.81 | $8.50 | $10.31 | 64 |
| tcgplayer | MODERATELY PLAYED | $4.62 | $4.62 | $4.62 | 48 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $7.41 | $7.41 | $7.41 | 83 |
Is Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine) a Good Buy?
Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine) is a Rare that collectors actively chase for set completion. Upside is modest; the main reason to hold is enjoyment and set-building. Whatever you decide, recheck Thought Wave Machine (Rocket's Secret Machine)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
