SGC in 2026
- SGC Standard is $50 a card, up from $15 in September 2026 (checked October 22, 2026).
- SGC posts turnaround estimates of 40+ business days.
- SGC gives a single overall grade.
SGC alternative
SGC Alternative: Card Grading from $12 a Card
SGC's Standard tier went from $15 to $50 a card in September 2026. White Whale grades for $12–$15 a card with four subgrades and a digital report included, a 14-day turnaround, and payment only after grading.
Updated October 22, 2026
What White Whale does instead
- $12–$15 a card with no minimum and no membership.
- Four subgrades and a digital report on every card.
- 14-day turnaround from arrival.
- Pay after grading.
Side by side
See White Whale against SGC, PSA, CGC, Beckett and TAG in our card grading cost comparison.
Common questions
How much does SGC charge in 2026?
SGC Standard is $50 a card after rising from $15 in September 2026 (checked October 22, 2026). White Whale is $12–$15 a card.
Is White Whale faster than SGC?
White Whale's turnaround is 14 days from arrival. SGC posts 40+ business days for Standard.
Does White Whale include subgrades?
Yes, four subgrades on every card at no extra charge.
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