Comparison

Gem vs My Card Post

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Gem

Features
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The new Gem-Mint Auctions app lets you view our auction calendar and bid live in our auctions from your mobile device. Participate in our sales wherever you are using your mobile device and by gaining access to the following features:- - View calendar of past and future sales - Search lots - Save favorite lots - Register for upcoming sales - Receive reminders to ensure you never miss a chance to bid in a sale - Leave absentee bids - Bid live - Track your bidding activity

About

My Card Post

This platform allows collectors to buy, sell, and trade sports and trading cards without any seller fees. It offers seamless card syncing, real-time notifications, and a 24/7 virtual card show experience for a secure and connected community.

Highlights
  • No seller fees
  • Seamless card syncing (PSA/TAG)
  • Real-time notifications
  • Flexible buying, selling, and trading
  • 24/7 virtual card show experience
  • Secure transactions
Features
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Welcome to My Card Post — the next-generation sports card marketplace for collectors, by collectors. Why My Card Post? Tired of high fees and impersonal transactions? My Card Post lets you buy, sell, and trade cards without the hassle of seller fees, giving you more value in every deal. Our platform goes beyond just transactions, offering a space to build real connections with fellow collectors. Key Features: • No Seller Fees: Maximize your profits by selling or trading your cards individually or in bulk without worrying about seller fees. • Seamless Card Syncing: Our PSA and TAG auto-sync feature allows you to list your graded cards in seconds—just a few taps and your listing is ready to go. • Real-Time Notifications: Get instant updates on offers, trades, and messages. Never miss a deal again with our real-time alerts. • Flexible Buying, Selling, and Trading: Whether you want to buy a card outright, trade with other users, or mix both, My Card Post gives you the flexibility to deal on your terms. • 24/7 Card Show Experience: Enjoy a live card show experience at any time—browse, make deals, and connect with fellow collectors from the comfort of your home. • Safe and Secure: All transactions are handled securely, and our platform promotes a trusted community environment for every collector. Who is My Card Post for? • Card Collectors: Whether you’re into sports cards or trading cards, you’ll find a community of like-minded collectors and a wide variety of cards to buy, sell, or trade. • Hobby Shops: Perfect for local card shops looking to expand their reach, My Card Post provides a fee-free platform to list inventory, connect with buyers, and make bulk deals to support in-store and online inventory needs and sales. • Hobby Enthusiasts: My Card Post is a space for the passionate hobbyist who loves to stay on top of market trends and build their collection. • Deal Hunters: With no seller fees, My Card Post is where the best deals happen, allowing you to maximize value on every transaction. Join the Movement Sign up today and become part of a growing community of card collectors who are changing how the hobby is experienced! Let’s keep the deals flowing, cards moving, and the fun alive. Whether you’re looking for your PC card or ready to offload a few, My Card Post is your go-to destination. Privacy Policy : https://mycardpost.com/privacy-policy Terms & Conditions : https://mycardpost.com/terms-condition

Screenshots

Gem4 screens
My Card Post4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Gem at none against My Card Post's 6. Gem also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). My Card Post's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 27 months). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. My Card Post sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Gem asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gem ships an update every 27 months, My Card Post every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Gem versus My Card Post: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGemMy Card Post
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (69 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—98.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—69 — better
Update frequencyEvery 27 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#101 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size41 MB73 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGem Mint Auctions, LLC.My Card Post

In-app purchases

None

Gem

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

My Card Post

Subscriptions6
  • Basic monthly$9.991 Month
  • Pro monthly$19.991 Month
  • All star monthly$24.991 Month
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  • Basic yearly$95.901 Year
  • Pro yearly$191.991 Year
  • All star yearly$239.991 Year

Questions

Is Gem free?
Gem is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is My Card Post free?
My Card Post is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Gem or My Card Post have ads?
Gem shows ads; My Card Post does not.
Which is updated more often, Gem or My Card Post?
Gem ships an update every 27 months, and My Card Post every 6 days. Most recently, Gem was updated on October 3, 2026 and My Card Post on October 25, 2026.

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