Emily the Bat Squishmallow: Complete Guide (2026)

Bat Squishmallows are some of the most beloved characters in the entire Halloween Squad — and Emily the vampire bat leads the flock. Whether you're hunting for a specific size, building out your Halloween Squad lineup, or just curious which squishmallow bat characters are worth adding to your collection, we've got everything you need right here.

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Key Takeaways

• Emily the Bat is the most popular bat Squishmallow, available in sizes from 5 inches up to 24 inches — though the 24-inch sells out fast, especially around Halloween.

• Bat Squishmallows aren't just for Halloween — Fruit Bat characters like Aldous and Meghan are year-round releases with distinct, non-spooky aesthetics.

• The Halloween Squad restocks seasonally — the best time to buy is August through October. Waiting until November often means waiting a full year for new stock.

• Always buy from an authorized retailer to avoid counterfeit Squishmallows circulating on third-party selling platforms.

Here's Emily the Bat Squishmallow!

• Name: Emily the Bat

• Type: Bat

• Color: Emily is primarily black with a dark grey belly and inner ear. She has round black eyes with white rims, thin, smiley red lips, and little white fangs.

• Available Size/s: 3.5", 5", 8", 12", 16", 20", 24"

• Squishdate: 2020

• Squad: Halloween

• Relatives: Bart the Bat (older brother)

• Model/SKU Number: KTY-SQH21-20BT-V-C

Short Bio

Emily the Bat is a black vampire Squishmallow from the Halloween Squad whose name means "striving and thriving." She is primarily black with a dark grey belly and inner ears, round black eyes with white rims, thin smiley red lips, and tiny white fangs that make her irresistibly cute.

Emily loves space, and her dream is to become an astronomer someday so she can help name newly discovered planets and stars. In her spare time, she uses her telescope to study star patterns and creates horoscopes for her friends. Just like her older brother Bart, the cosmos are always on her mind.

If you love stargazing, outer space, or just want a spooky-cute plush companion for Halloween and beyond, Emily is the perfect pick.

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Key Features

Material

Kellytoy's has been producing quality Squishmallow characters that will provide warmth and comfort. Emily plush is all made from super-soft spandex and polyester stuffing.

Moreover, Squishmallow materials are machine-wash-friendly and easily washable to ensure your loveable buddies like Emily can withstand time.

Appearance

Emily the Bat is a spooky yet adorable Squishmallow with a primarily black color, dark grey belly, and inner ears.

Emily is a black Squishmallow with rounded black eyes, white rims, flappy black wings, inner ears, thin red smiling lips, and tiny white fangs that make her irresistibly cute.

So this Halloween, bring Emily and spook everyone with her charm!

What Sizes Does the Emily Bat Squishmallow Come In?

Emily the Bat is available in a wide range of sizes to fit every collector's needs:

The 20-inch Emily the Bat Squishmallow is the most popular jumbo option and a great alternative when the 24-inch is out of stock. When in doubt, the 12- to 16-inch range hits the sweet spot for most collectors — big enough to cuddle, easy enough to display. Both items are worth considering if you're unsure which size to purchase first.

Emily the Bat Squishmallow Variants

Beyond her classic design, Emily has appeared in several special variants that are worth knowing if you're building a complete collection:

1. Classic Emily: The original vampire bat design — primarily black with dark grey belly, inner ears, and wings. Round black eyes with white rims, thin red smile, and two white fangs. One of the most recognizable items in the Halloween Squad lineup.

2. Holographic Belly Emily: A Halloween Squad variant featuring a shimmery, holographic belly panel — a fan-favorite for the extra visual detail.

3. Sparkly Ears and Wings Emily: Features glittery ear and wing detailing for an elevated, limited-release look.

4. Emily (Jolly Rancher Costume): Part of the Hershey's crossover collection — Emily in a candy wrapper costume with silver wings and lilac inner ears. A fun option for fans who love both Halloween and candy-themed plush.

5. Flip-A-Mallow (Emily and Paxton): A reversible plush featuring Emily the Bat on one side and Paxton the Pirate Pumpkin on the other. Two Halloween Squad members in one.

6. Flip-A-Mallow (Emily and Winnie): Similar reversible format pairing Emily with Winnie the Witch — another great option for fans collecting the full Halloween Squad.

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Other Bat Squishmallows

Tangie

Tangie is an orange bat from the Halloween Squad and a Walgreens Exclusive Squishmallow. She loves attending the bat class to study how to fly with her shiny bronze flappy wings and belly.

Tangie also wishes to be the fastest flyer in her class, and racing is her game.

Bart

Bart the Bat is Emily's older brother. He loves to explore and often dreams of being an astronaut. Like Emily, Bart is primarily black, while his ears, soft belly, and inner ears are lime green.

Aside from astrology, Bart is also into photography, and taking space photos is his specialty. His dream is to uncover new planets and stars and read horoscopes.

Bessie the Blueberry Bat

Meet Bessie the Blueberry Bat, a delightful addition to the Fruit Animals Squad of Squishmallows! With her vibrant blue coloring and adorable design, Bessie will surely capture your heart. 

But Bessie isn't just cute—she's also a community organizer extraordinaire! She loves to watch movies and spend time with her squad. 

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Awards

Founded in 2017, Squishmallow by Kellytoys has been awarded the Best Toy of The Year in 2020 and the Toy of the Year Award & People's Choice Award in 2022.

Care Instructions

Just like Emily's older brother Bart, Emily loves space. If you plan on bringing Emily the Bat to all your adventures, it shouldn't be a problem since she can survive inside the washer.

Note that the wash cycle should be gentle and cold, and the plush toys should be put in a roomy pillowcase before putting them in the washer to prevent the polyester from being damaged.

Then, you can air dry these squishy toys or set the dryer settings on low and gentle. Once fully dry, squish Emily to restore her to her super-soft, original form.

Tips for Collecting Bat Squishmallows

Know the seasonal window. Most bat Squishmallows are part of the Halloween Squad, which means they hit retail shelves in August and typically sell out before the end of October. If you miss the window, you're often waiting a full year for the next Halloween drop. Fruit Bat characters like Aldous, Meghan, and Bessie are the exception — those are available year-round.

Check your tag for rarity. Since 2023, Jazwares has included rarity indicators on Squishmallow bio tags. A silver foil tag means Rare (around 75,000 units), a gold foil tag means Ultra Rare (around 50,000 units), a holographic tag means Special Edition (around 20,000 units), and a black tag means Select Series (around 10,000 units). Most standard Emily releases don't carry these indicators, but variant and limited editions sometimes do.

Buy from authorized retailers. Counterfeits are a real problem in the Squishmallow market, especially for popular Halloween characters like vampire bat items. If you're shopping online, stick to authorized retailers to guarantee you're getting the real thing — and always purchase directly from a trusted source. Our full Squishmallow collection features only officially licensed items. For more on spotting fakes and understanding what makes certain characters rare, see our rarest Squishmallows guide.

Use the SquadApp. The SquadApp (rated 4.9 stars) is the community's go-to tool for tracking their collections, verifying character details, and setting restock alerts at retailers like Five Below. If you're serious about completing your bat squad, it's worth downloading. Some collectors also use it to track craft projects and custom displays built around their squishmallow bat collections.

FAQs

Is the bat Squishmallow rare?

Most bat Squishmallows — including standard Emily releases — are not considered rare. You can find these items at major retailers during the Halloween season each year. That said, certain variants like the holographic belly Emily or limited-edition vampire costume crossovers do carry rarity indicators on their tags. The 24-inch Emily is frequently out of stock, which can make it feel rare even if it isn't technically designated as such.

How many bat Squishmallows are there?

The Squishmallows community has catalogued more than 59 bat characters across all squads and series, including size variants and special editions. The lineup continues to grow with each new Halloween Squad drop and the ongoing expansion of the Fruit Bat sub-category.

What is the biggest bat Squishmallow?

The largest Emily the Bat Squishmallow available is 24 inches, though this size is frequently out of stock. The 20-inch Emily the Bat is a reliable jumbo option and a great choice when the 24-inch isn't available.

Final Thoughts

Take home your new best friend and enjoy all the warmth Emily the Bat [1] offers by adding her to your Squishlist!

Whether you're a fan of animal plush or Halloween merchandise, Emily the black Squishmallow and other Bat Squishmallows to add to your growing spooky collection.

You can bring Toynk 20-inch Emily the Bat Squishmallow home and enjoy lots of cuddles with this life-size companion, perfect for bedtime and car rides [2].

This plush would also make a great present for your friends and family this coming Halloween - a spooky yet charming bat that will surely capture everyone's heart.