Short answer: Rare Candy as a single is the statistically smarter choice. Below you'll find the single price, pull rate, and how many Mega Evolution packs you need for realistic odds.
Recommendation
Buying the single is statistically better
For a 50% chance to pull this card you need roughly 185 packs. That costs around 1127 €, while the single price is 3.94 €.
Probability, pack count, and cost compared to buying the single.
Chance
Packs
Pack Cost
Diff vs. Buy
50% Chance
185
1127 €
+1123 €
75% Chance
370
2253 €
+2249 €
90% Chance
615
3745 €
+3741 €
99% Chance
1229
7485 €
+7481 €
Buy vs. Pull Analysis for Rare Candy
If you specifically want Rare Candy from Mega Evolution, buying the single is the reliable path. A booster currently costs 6.09 €, but the pull rate is only 0.374% per pack. Even the 50% threshold sits at 185 packs.
Packs can still be fun if you want multiple cards from the set or if the opening experience itself is the value. As a pure price decision, pullrates.gg always compares the cost of getting one specific card against its market price as a single.
FAQ about Rare Candy from Mega Evolution
Should I buy Rare Candy as a single?
Rare Candy as a single is the statistically smarter choice.
How many Mega Evolution packs do I need for Rare Candy?
For a 50% chance you need about 185 packs, for a 90% chance about 615 packs.
What is the pull rate of Rare Candy in Mega Evolution?
The pull rate is 0.374% per booster, roughly 1 out of 267 packs.
Why is buying the single often cheaper?
With rare cards, opening packs means paying for many unsuccessful pulls. Buying the single removes that risk and gives you exactly the card you want.