Quick answer

If you want one large, dramatic centerpiece, choose the Ichiban Kuji My Hero Academia A Story of Reaching Out Forever Prize A Izuku Midoriya Figure at 8.97 inches (23 cm) tall. If you want a lower-cost shelf filler that still reads clearly, the Banpresto Umamusume: Pretty Derby Satono Diamond Figure at 6.63 inches (17 cm) shows how much display presence you can get below the 7-inch mark. For a balanced trio, pair a 7-inch class figure like the Banpresto Umamusume: Pretty Derby Mejiro McQueen Figure with a smaller 5.07-inch (13 cm) piece such as the Banpresto Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Season 3 Relax time Cheval Grand Figure so your lineup steps down in height instead of fighting for the same eye level.

What actually changes between these figures

Height is the first practical difference. The Midoriya figure is 8.97 inches (23 cm), the Satono Diamond figure is 6.63 inches (17 cm), the Mejiro McQueen figure is 7.02 inches (18 cm), and the Cheval Grand figure is 5.07 inches (13 cm). On a standard shelf, that range means the tallest figure will dominate the front row while the shortest can sit in front or on a lower tier without blocking anything behind it.

The second difference is line and pose. The Midoriya figure comes from the Ichiban Kuji My Hero Academia A Story of Reaching Out Forever series as Prize A MASTERLISE, which signals a larger, more sculpted presentation than a standard prize figure. The three Banpresto Uma Musume figures come from different series and moments, so their poses are not designed to interlock. If you are building a My Hero Academia collectible figures shelf, the Midoriya piece is the only MHA character in this group, so treat it as the anchor rather than one part of a matched set.

How to compare Deku, Bakugo and Todoroki when only one is in stock

A true Deku figure vs Bakugo figure comparison depends on the specific release, scale and pose, not just the character name. The same character can appear at 5 inches in a relaxed pose or at 9 inches in a dynamic pose, and those two figures serve completely different display jobs. When a specific Bakugo or Todoroki release is not available, do not guess at its height or sculpt quality. Instead, compare the figures you can actually verify and decide which role is still empty on your shelf.

Use this rule: pick the character you want to feature, then match the height to the space. A 23 cm figure needs roughly a 9-inch clearance and looks best alone or with one other large piece. A 13-17 cm figure can sit in a tighter row and lets you fit three or four characters across a single shelf. If your goal is a full MHA figure lineup, you will usually need a mix of heights, because a row of identical 23 cm figures will crowd each other and hide faces.

Where the MHA figure lineup usually breaks

Most collections look uneven because the figures were bought one at a time without a height plan. Before you add another piece, measure your shelf depth and height, then note the tallest figure you already own. Anything taller than that becomes the new anchor and forces everything else to move. Anything much shorter can disappear next to a large figure unless you raise it on a riser or place it in front.

Price also shapes the lineup. The Midoriya figure is listed at USD 42.16 against a comparison price of USD 62.00, while the Satono Diamond figure is USD 25.20 against USD 35.00. The gap is small in absolute terms, but it matters when you are buying three or four figures at once. A practical approach is to spend the most on the character you care about most and use lower-priced figures to fill the rest of the shelf.

Authenticity and packaging checks before you commit

All four figures are described as 100% authentic JAPAN figures dispatched directly from Osaka, Japan, and each listing notes well-packaged delivery. That matters more for taller figures, because a 23 cm figure has more leverage in transit and a weak box can mean a bent ankle or a snapped effect part. If you are buying a large centerpiece, ask about the outer packaging before shipping, not after.

The listings do not state optional parts, bases or interchangeable faces for these figures. If a swappable expression or accessory is essential to your decision, treat that as an open question and confirm it before purchase rather than assuming it is included. Absent information is a reason to ask, not a reason to guess.

Trade-offs to weigh before you buy

  • Size vs shelf space: The 23 cm Midoriya figure has the strongest presence but needs the most clearance and will crowd a shallow shelf. The 13 cm Cheval Grand figure is easy to place but can look lost beside a large piece. Measure your shelf height and depth before choosing, not after.
  • Anchor figure vs matched lineup: Only the Midoriya figure is a My Hero Academia character in this group. The three Uma Musume figures share a franchise but come from different series and poses, so they will not form a perfectly matched set. Decide whether you are building one character shelf or a mixed display.
  • Price vs quantity: The Midoriya figure costs more than the Satono Diamond figure, but the difference is small enough that buying several lower-priced figures at once can still add up quickly. Spend the most on the character you care about most.
  • Confirmed facts vs missing details: Heights, brands, series and prices are listed, but optional parts, bases and interchangeable faces are not stated for these figures. Confirm accessories before purchase if they affect your decision.

Figure facts at a glance

  • Ichiban Kuji My Hero Academia A Story of Reaching Out Forever Prize A Izuku Midoriya Figure: Ichiban Kuji My Hero Academia A Story of Reaching Out Forever Prize A Izuku Midoriya Figure, Bandai, 8.97 inches (23 cm), listed at USD 42.16 against a USD 62.00 comparison price. The tallest figure here and the only My Hero Academia character in this group, so it works as a solo centerpiece or the anchor of an MHA shelf.
  • Banpresto Umamusume: Pretty Derby Satono Diamond Figure: Banpresto Umamusume: Pretty Derby Satono Diamond Figure, Bandai Banpresto, 6.63 inches (17 cm), listed at USD 25.20 against a USD 35.00 comparison price. A mid-height, lower-cost option that fills a shelf row without competing with a 23 cm centerpiece.
  • Banpresto Umamusume: Pretty Derby Mejiro McQueen Figure: Banpresto Umamusume: Pretty Derby Mejiro McQueen Figure, Bandai Banpresto, 7.02 inches (18 cm), listed at USD 34.78 against a USD 47.00 comparison price. Sits just above the 7-inch line, making it a useful bridge between a small figure and a large centerpiece.
  • Banpresto Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Season 3 Relax time Cheval Grand Figure: Banpresto Uma Musume: Pretty Derby Season 3 Relax time Cheval Grand Figure, Bandai Banpresto, 5.07 inches (13 cm), listed at USD 28.40 against a USD 40.00 comparison price. The shortest figure here, best placed in front or on a lower tier so it stays visible instead of being hidden.

Which figure fits your shelf

Best for

  • Collectors who want one large My Hero Academia centerpiece and have at least 9 inches of clearance
  • Buyers who want a lower-cost mid-height figure that still reads clearly on a shelf
  • Collectors building a stepped lineup who need a small front-row piece

Not for

  • Buyers who need a matched Deku, Bakugo and Todoroki set from the same series and scale
  • Collectors with very shallow shelves who cannot fit a 23 cm figure safely
  • Anyone who needs confirmed interchangeable parts before buying