Decision · ROI math · Real answers

Should you send that card to PSA? Let the math decide.

PSA submissions cost $25–$75 per card. Your Pokémon card is worth grading only if the value lift from the predicted grade beats that fee. Here's the framework — and a tool to do it in 6 seconds.

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The decision framework

Three questions. One clear answer.

1. What's the comp at the likely grade?

Look up TCGPlayer or eBay sold listings for the same card at PSA 9 and PSA 10. If the spread is less than $80, it's usually not worth submitting.

2. What grade is it likely to get?

Run a SnapGrade prediction. If it's predicted 9.5+ with high confidence, send it. If it's predicted 8 or below, skip.

3. Which PSA service tier?

Predicted 9.5+ on a $500+ card → Express. Predicted 9 on a $100 card → Regular. Predicted <9 → reconsider.

When PSA is worth it and when it isn't.

Definitely worth it

Usually not worth it

The lazy rule of thumb: if a SnapGrade prediction is 9.0+ and the raw card is worth $80+, send it. Otherwise, don't.

Common questions

Questions we hear all the time.

How do I know if my Pokémon card is worth grading?
Combine two answers: predicted grade (use SnapGrade) and comp at that grade (use TCGPlayer or eBay sold). If the predicted 9 or 10 value beats the raw value by more than ~$80 (the fee + shipping), it's worth submitting.
Should I grade a card I bought raw last week?
Only if you ran a SnapGrade or eyeballed it first. Many "raw" cards from booster boxes have centering or edge issues invisible until you look closely.
Is grading worth it for modern Pokémon cards?
For alt-arts, secret rares, and full-arts of marquee Pokémon: yes if the predicted grade is 9.5+. For commons and most uncommons: rarely.
How long does PSA take?
Economy: 60–120 days. Regular: 30–60 days. Express: 5–10 days. Speed costs money. SnapGrade gives you the answer in 6 seconds for free.
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