Q Pocket Opens 3rd Store in Central i-City Mall, Is It Another Miniso? | ENGLISH

Recently, Q Pocket, a variety store chain emerges in Malaysian retail industry. The brand opened its first store in October 2024. It occupies a a two-story building in Bukit Bintang (Kuala Lumpur). In just two months, the brand opens two more stores in Berjaya Times Square and Central i-City Mall.

Q Pocket storefront in Central i-City - Source: Xiaohongshu/Q Pocket

The store's design scheme centers around orange and black color. Wood themed furnishings can also be found, creating a warm atmosphere and not too bright.

Q Pocket store in Berjaya Times Square  - Source: Instagram/Berjaya Times Square

At first glance, it might seem like another Miniso or KKV. Q Pocket distinguishes itself from its competitors by offering more collectibles (blind boxes, plushies, figure, toys) from different IPs, including Labubu, Capybara, Garfield, Mega Space Molly, Cry Baby, Crayon Shinchan, Hello Kitty, Tom and Jerry, and Nailoong.

Q Pocket interior - Source: Xiaohongshu/Q Pocket

Q Pocket in Bukit Bintang - Source: Xiaohongshu/Q Pocket

While other stores focuses on collectibles, Q Pocket's branch in Bukit Bintang offers more products. In addition to collectibles, customers can find necklaces, earrings, keychains, mugs, eyewear, and travel gears.

What do you think about Q Pocket, do you prefer this brand compared to KKV? Miniso? or other brands?

Q Pocket store list:

• Bukit Bintang standalone store
• Berjaya Times Square
• Central i-City Mall
• Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur
• Quill City Mall (soon)