CGC PRICING · 2026
CGC Funko Pop grading cost, 2026.
What CGC actually charges to grade a Funko Pop in 2026 — every tier, every add-on, with shipping factored in. Updated quarterly as fees move.
CGC's 2026 Funko Pop fee tiers
Modern Economy $23/Pop · ~3-5 weeks · for Pops declared ≤$200
Modern Standard $36/Pop · ~2-3 weeks · for Pops ≤$500
Express $75/Pop · ~5-7 days · any value
Signature Series add-on +$25 per witnessed signature
Bulk discount: 15% off Modern Economy at 10+ Pops in a single submission.
What CGC charges beyond the grading fee
Round-trip shipping: $20-40 depending on declared value and signature requirement.
Slab insurance during transit: Recommended for Pops worth $200+ graded. ~$3-8 per Pop.
Return shipping upgrade: Signature-required adds $5-10.
Re-holder (cracked or damaged slab): $15/Pop. Reholder service guide →
Total cost example — modern $100 Pop
$23 (Modern Economy) + $15 (one-way to CGC) + $20 (signature return) + $5 (insurance) = $63 all-in. For a Pop worth $100 raw, that means you need ~$160 graded resale to break even after eBay fees. Use the full ROI calculator →
How CGC pricing compares to other 2026 graders
| Grader | Economy | Standard | Express |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | $23 | $36 | $75 |
| Beckett | $25 | $50 | $100 |
| SWAU | $30 | $45 | $90 |
| VVGS | $22 | $35 | $70 |
| PGS | $18 | $28 | $60 |
CGC isn't the cheapest, but it has the best fee-to-resale-liquidity ratio. Why the cheapest isn't always the smart pick →
FAQ · cgc funko pop grading cost 2026
Asked & answered.
How much does CGC charge to grade a Funko Pop in 2026?
$23 for Modern Economy (3-5 weeks), $36 for Modern Standard (2-3 weeks), $75 for Express (5-7 days). Add $20-40 round-trip shipping, $3-8 insurance, and a $25 Signature Series add-on if you have a signed Pop.
Is CGC cheaper than PSA was for Funko Pops?
CGC's $23 economy is slightly more than PSA's old $20 Pop Economy tier. But PSA exited in December 2025, so the comparison is academic. PSA exit explainer →
Does CGC offer bulk discounts on Funko Pops?
Yes — 15% off Modern Economy at 10+ Pops in a single submission. Bulk discount math →
What's the cheapest CGC tier for grading a Funko Pop?
Modern Economy at $23 for any Pop you'd insure for ≤$200. Pops above that value have to use Standard ($36) or higher because the included insurance during grading caps at the tier limit.
Is Popinspect an official grader?
No. We are pre-grade intelligence — we predict what CGC, Beckett, SWAU, VVGS, or PGS are likely to grade your Pop. The official grade still comes from them. We just make sure you only ship the ones worth shipping. See our 47-point rubric →
How much does Popinspect cost?
Credit packs that never expire. Curious — 2 free credits. Starter — $29 / 10. Collector — $99 / 50 ($1.98/credit). Bulk — $349 / 250 ($1.40/credit + concierge submission to CGC, Beckett, SWAU, VVGS, or PGS). See full pricing →
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