Card Grading Turnaround & Cost Tracker
| Grader | Cheapest open tier | Fastest |
|---|---|---|
| PSA | $59.99 Standard, 90–100 business days (new Sept 14; Value tiers still paused since June 2) | $599 Premier, 7–10 days |
| CGC | $17 Bulk (25-card min, ~150 working days); $20 Economy, ~90 working days | $300 WalkThrough, ~2 working days ($55 Standard is ~10 working days) |
| SGC | $50 Standard, 40+ days | $150 Expedited, 2–3 days |
Updated Oct 28, 2026: PSA's cheapest open tier is now Standard at $59.99 (PSA prices, PSA announcement); CGC tiers per CGC. Earlier sources: pregradecards.com, tcgtalk.com. Prices change often; check each grader before you submit.
See also: cheapest way to grade by card value · BGS vs TAG cost and turnaround
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