| Decision factor | PSA | SGC | Beckett | CGC Cards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Official grading scale | Published | Published | Published | Published |
| Cert verification | Available | Available through official tools | Check current official tools | Available |
| Population data | Published population report | Published population report | Check current official tools | Check current official tools |
| Condition detail | Overall grade and qualifiers as applicable | Overall grade under SGC scale | Overall grade with subgrade options/services | Overall grade under CGC scale |
| Best choice? | Depends on the card, holder preference, target buyer, registry goals, fees and turnaround. | |||
Questions to ask
- Is the card authentic and unaltered?
- What conservative grade outcomes still make financial sense?
- Which holder does the likely buyer base prefer?
- Does a registry or population report matter to this collecting goal?
- What is the true cost after shipping, insurance and selling fees?
Keep it current: Fees, service names, turnaround estimates and policies change. Verify them on official sites immediately before submission.