How does AI trading card grading work?

REC Grading uses AI computer vision to scan your card's front and back images. The system detects specific defects in centering, corners, edges, and surface condition. A deterministic rule engine then converts defect severities into transparent sub-grades (1–10) and an overall grade. You see every deduction explained — no black box.

How accurate is REC Grading compared to PSA, BGS, or SGC?

REC Grading uses advanced AI defect detection and a transparent rule engine to analyze centering, corners, edges, and surface condition. Our estimates provide transparency into how cards would likely grade with major grading companies like PSA, BGS, SGC, CGC, and TAG. While no AI can guarantee an exact match, our sub-grade breakdowns help you understand exactly why a card receives its grade.

What types of trading cards can I grade?

REC Grading supports Pokémon cards, Yu-Gi-Oh! cards, Magic: The Gathering cards, baseball cards, basketball cards, football cards, soccer cards, hockey cards, and other sports and trading cards.

How much does REC Grading cost?

REC Grading offers a one-time payment of $9.99 for unlimited access to all features — AI card grading, defect detection, market value estimates across PSA/BGS/SGC/CGC/TAG, portfolio tracking, eBay price lookup, and the REC Swap marketplace. No subscription or recurring fees required.

Can I check my card's value before grading?

Yes. REC Grading provides instant market value estimates at every grade level (raw, PSA 9, PSA 10, BGS 9, BGS 9.5, BGS 10, SGC, CGC, and TAG) using live eBay sold listings, TCGPlayer prices, and PriceCharting data. This helps you decide whether professional grading is worth the cost before you send your card.

Is REC Grading available as a mobile app?

Yes. REC Grading is available on the Google Play Store for Android devices and the Apple App Store for iOS. You can also use the web app at recgrading.io on any device.

What is the REC Score?

The REC Score is a 1–100% grading worthiness metric that summarizes how likely your card is to receive a high grade from professional grading companies. It combines centering, corners, edges, and surface sub-grades into a single easy-to-understand percentage.

Can I buy and sell graded cards on REC Grading?

Yes. The REC Swap marketplace lets collectors buy and sell graded trading cards peer-to-peer. Sellers can list cards from their portfolio, accept offers, and manage orders. Buyers can make offers or buy instantly with secure Stripe checkout.

REC Grading manages 5 data types including graded cards. Helps you organize, track, and share your work in 1 place for teams and solo users.

Now available on iOS & Android

Grade Smarter.
Win More.

The only card grading app that shows you exactly why your card got its grade — before you spend a dime on PSA or BGS.

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✦ One-time $9.99 — no subscription, no recurring fees

What you get

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AI Defect Detection

Corner whitening, edge chipping, surface scratches, and centering — every flaw found and explained.

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Sub-Grades Like PSA

Get individual scores for Centering, Corners, Edges, and Surface — plus an overall 1–10 grade.

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Live Market Values

See what your card is worth raw and at every grade level across PSA, BGS, SGC, CGC, and TAG.

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Global Leaderboard

Submit your best cards and compete with collectors worldwide on the public leaderboard.

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Personal Portfolio

Track all your graded cards in one place — your own private collection dashboard.

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REC Swap Marketplace

Buy and sell graded cards directly with other collectors inside the app.

What collectors are saying

★★★★★

"The app is very accessible and easy to use! Also very helpful and worth the money!"

kay_826 · App Store Review

💡 Pro tip: One bad submission to PSA costs $20–$100. REC Grading pays for itself the first time it saves you from a low grade.

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