Universal Automaton
Universal Automaton Price Summary
As of Aug 8, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Universal Automaton is $0.60 (MH1 #235), and the most expensive is $4.31 (MH1 #235, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $0.71, flat over 7 days, up 4.4% over 30 days, up 10.9% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $0.86 (2026).
Universal Automaton Printings & Prices
Universal Automaton has 5 tracked printings across 4 sets, in nonfoil, foil and etched finishes, including alt art treatments.
Sell Universal Automaton: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $3.20 cash for H1R #38 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 42% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | H1R #38 | Foil | $3.20 | $5.49 | 42% |
| Card Kingdom | H1R #38 | Etched | $3.20 | $5.49 | 42% |
| Card Kingdom | MH1 #235 | Foil | $1.60 | $3.99 | 60% |
| Card Kingdom | PLST #MH1-235 | Nonfoil | $0.65 | $1.29 | 50% |
| CoolStuffInc | J22 #803 | Nonfoil | $0.50 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MH1 #235 | Nonfoil | $0.26 | $1.29 | 80% |
| Card Kingdom | PLST #J22-803 | Nonfoil | $0.19 | $1.49 | 87% |
| Card Kingdom | J22 #803 | Nonfoil | $0.17 | $1.29 | 87% |
Universal Automaton Rules Text & Legality
Changeling (This card is every creature type.)
Universal Automaton is legal in Modern, Legacy, Commander and Pauper, and not legal in Standard and Pioneer.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Universal Automaton has been reprinted 7 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| J22 #803 | 2022-12-02 | Common | Standard |
| PLST #J22-803 | 2022-04-29 | Common | Standard |
| PLST #MH1-235 | 2022-04-29 | Common | Standard |
| H1R #38 | 2021-06-18 | Uncommon | Alt Art |
| H1R #38 | 2021-06-18 | Uncommon | Alt Art |
| MH1 #235 | 2019-06-14 | Common | Standard |
| MH1 #235 | 2019-06-14 | Common | Standard |
J22 #803 
PLST #J22-803 
H1R #38 
MH1 #235 Universal Automaton in Commander
Universal Automaton is the #2,093 most-played card on EDHREC, down 17 places over the last 30 days.
Universal Automaton FAQ
How much is Universal Automaton worth?
Universal Automaton is worth about $0.71 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 8, 2026. Prices range from $0.60 to $4.31 across 5 tracked printings.
Is Universal Automaton legal in Commander?
Yes — Universal Automaton is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern, Legacy and Pauper.
Has Universal Automaton been reprinted?
Yes — Universal Automaton has been reprinted 7 times, with 5 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Universal Automaton cheap?
Universal Automaton trades at about $0.71 — 7 reprints keep supply plentiful.