PSA vs Ace vs CGC: comparing the logistics
Compare grading routes by currency, value caps, membership and stated turnaround without predicting grades or resale prices.
Compare the route you would actually use
| Service in our checked data | Route | Currency | Important eligibility check |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ace | Direct UK | GBP | Core and Value need AceSelect; caps unconfirmed |
| PSA | Direct US | USD | Maximum insured value for each tier |
| CGC Cards | CCG UK office | GBP | Tier value cap and account requirements |
A service name alone does not identify the submission route. A dealer's package and a direct submission can include different services and costs.
Put like costs beside like costs
Use the same quantity, appropriate value declaration and required speed when comparing. Add the costs outside the grading fee before deciding. Our tool shows separate currencies and does not create a cheapest-overall ranking across dollars and pounds.
The selected CGC UK rows use published VAT-inclusive fees with no paid-member discount. We excluded its Economy row because the checked page's inclusive and exclusive figures were inconsistent. That omission is an evidence limit, not a judgement on the service.
Speed is only one input
Check what starts the service's clock, whether quoted days are working days, and how your cards travel back. An express label can still carry an estimate rather than a guaranteed arrival date.
This comparison concerns submission logistics. It does not forecast which grade a card will receive or how buyers will value it afterwards. Use the comparer for the dated fee rows and verify the final conditions with the service.
Sources & checks
- Ace pricing · Checked 2026-10-25
- PSA pricing · Checked 2026-10-25
- CGC UK fees · Checked 2026-10-25