A blind survey

There are two types of people in the world.

Those who like to buy bags or boxes without knowing what is inside.
Those who hate buying bags or boxes without knowing what is inside.
Those who have no idea what I’m talking about.

These items are called mystery packs or blind packs. You’ve probably seen them near the registers at grocery stores. All the packs have a themed item (for example, a Disney pin), and the available styles are printed on the display. However, you don’t know which style you’re getting until you buy the pack and open it.

I have dear friends who buy blind packs all the time and have great success with what they get. Since I usually want just one specific style, I don’t like to buy a blind pack and possibly get something different.

This marketing gimmick is a moneymaker for the manufacturer because people will buy several blind packs trying to get the one style they want. But it feels like gambling to me, and I’m not a fan. If I buy something, I want to pay for what I want. It shouldn’t be a game of chance.

I wonder if I’m the only one who dislikes blind packs. Since I know a lot of people who buy them, I might be. So it’s time for a survey.

Have you ever heard of blind packs?
Do you buy blind packs?
Have you been pleased with what you find in blind packs?

My answers: 1. Yes. 2. Once in a blue moon. 3. Rarely