SSD vs PSA vs BGS
The established graders are trusted but slow, expensive, and blind — you submit without knowing the grade. SSD adds an instant AI pre-grade, a modern anti-fraud slab, and member pricing on top of a certified physical grade.
| Feature | SSD Grading | PSA Reference | BGS Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
Instant AI pre-grade Know the likely grade before you pay | |||
On-device analysis Photos never leave your phone | |||
Grading scale | 400-point (4 × 100) | 1–10 | 1–10 |
Published sub-scores Centering / corners / edges / surface | Overall only | ||
Starting price / card | From $19 | Typically higher | Typically higher |
Fastest turnaround | ~1 business day | Weeks to months | Weeks to months |
NFC anti-fraud slab Tamper-evident, tap-to-verify | |||
Public population report | |||
Tamper flag on the record A broken seal auto-marks the cert | |||
3D digital-twin NFT | |||
Subscription + member discount 10–20% off every grade | Club program | ||
Loyalty rewards program |
A free 400-point AI pre-grade tells you what a card will likely grade — so you only pay to slab the winners.
Every slab seals an NFC anti-fraud tag; a broken seal auto-flags the cert on a public, tamper-evident record.
Grade from $19, go unlimited on the app, and members save 10–20% on every physical submission.
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SSD Grading is an independent grading service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator) or BGS (Beckett Grading Services). PSA and BGS are trademarks of their respective owners. Comparison points for PSA and BGS are general and approximate, reflect typical industry practice, and may change; verify current details with each provider.