Comparison

Pack Magik vs Card Grading AI

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

Head to head
About

Pack Magik

This app helps Pokémon TCG collectors track their cards, analyze market trends, and assess grading potential. It offers tools for calculating ROI on sets and packs, with direct links to marketplaces and grading services.

Highlights
  • Collection tracking with live valuations
  • Market trend analysis and price charts
  • Grading insights and ROI predictions
  • Centering analysis and ding detection
  • Set and pack profitability calculation
  • Integrated marketplace links
Features
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Scan it. Price it. Grade it. Track it. Pack Magik is the unofficial all-in-one toolkit for TCG collectors — Pokemon, One Piece, Magic: The Gathering and Disney Lorcana. Point your camera at any card to get its live value in seconds, see what it's worth at every grade, and track your whole collection like a portfolio. 230,000+ cards. 60,000+ AI grades run. Built by collectors. AI CARD SCANNER • Identify any card instantly with your camera — ~96% match accuracy • Live raw AND graded prices (PSA, BGS, CGC and more) the moment it's recognized • Scan graded slabs too: cert number, grade and value read automatically • Bulk scan, then save, add to collection or export CSV in one tap COLLECTION PORTFOLIO • Track cards and sealed products with live valuations • Watch winners and losers, organize into groups, import in bulk • 200,000+ cards already cataloged by collectors AI GRADING • Upload photos for centering analysis, corner/edge/surface checks and a predicted grade — before you pay for grading • See which cards are actually worth submitting, backed by real population data LIVE PRICES & CHARTS • 230,000+ cards across 1,700+ sets, including Japanese and Chinese Pokémon • Price history charts, sold comps and market signals • Full graded price ladders: what your card is worth at every grade PACK & BOX ROI • Pull odds for boosters, ETBs and booster boxes — "rip it or flip it?" answered with math • Hit calculators and breakeven odds before you buy DEALS & ALERTS • A deal feed that scores live listings against real market value • Price alerts and a release calendar so you never miss a drop FREE TO USE Search, scan, grade and track — free. Go further with Lite, Prime or Pro subscriptions for higher limits and advanced tools (prices shown in-app). Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://packmagik.com/privacy_policy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ The text and imagery related to trading card games, including card images, are copyrighted materials of their respective owners. Pack Magik is an independent application and is not produced, endorsed, supported by, or associated with The Pokémon Company International, Nintendo, Creatures Inc., GAME FREAK, Bandai, Wizards of the Coast, or Disney. Card images are used for identification and informational purposes only.

About

Card Grading AI

Instantly grade your trading cards with AI-powered analysis of corners, edges, and surface. Track your collection's value, view market trends, and create immersive 3D previews of your cards. Collect and trade with greater confidence.

Highlights
  • Instant AI grading with sub-grades
  • Precision centering analysis
  • Detailed condition reports
  • Dynamic portfolio management
  • Real-time market intelligence
  • Immersive 3D card previews
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GemiScan is the ultimate AI-powered tool for TCG collectors to instantly grade, track, and visualize their Pokémon collection in 3D. From precision centering analysis to real-time portfolio tracking, GemiScan provides the market data and grading evidence you need to trade, sell, and collect with total confidence. AI-POWERED GRADING & INSPECTION Stop guessing and start grading with confidence. GemiScan’s advanced AI analyzes your card’s corners, edges, surface, and centering in seconds to deliver a detailed digital report. Easily identify your strongest candidates for physical authentication and avoid wasting fees on cards that aren’t ready for the slab. PRECISION CENTERING ANALYSIS Skip the manual tools. GemiScan automatically detects card borders to estimate front and back centering with surgical precision. Review the raw data, adjust measurements if needed, and store the evidence directly with your scan. DETAILED CONDITION REPORTS A grade is only as good as the evidence behind it. GemiScan maps out every flaw—from edge whitening to surface micro-scratches—to provide a fully transparent report. With detailed sub-grades and visual markers, you’ll never have to wonder how your card earned its score. DYNAMIC PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT Turn your binder into a high-performance portfolio. Organize your collection by set, rarity, or grade. Track your total portfolio value, calculate profit/loss, and log purchase costs to see exactly how your investment is performing over time. REAL-TIME MARKET INTELLIGENCE Stay ahead of the curve with live market data. View estimated values, price history charts, and active comparable listings for every card you own. GemiScan helps you identify your top performers and market trends at a glance. IMMERSIVE 3D PREVIEWS Experience your cards like never before. GemiScan transforms your standard scans into interactive 3D previews. Showcase your "grails" to the community or share your digital portfolio with friends in a stunning, modern format. KEY FEATURES: • Instant AI Grading: Get sub-grades for Centering, Corners, Edges, and Surface. • Auto-Centering Tool: Precise front/back analysis without the ruler. • Defect Detection: Visual mapping of wear, scratches, and whitening. • 3D Scanning: Create and share immersive digital versions of your cards. • Portfolio Tracking: Total value, P/L tracking, and advanced filtering. • Market Data: Live pricing, historical trends, and comp listings. GemiScan is built for TCG collectors who want a deeper look at their cards. Whether you are a master set collector, a high-end investor, or a casual fan, GemiScan gives you the data to collect smarter. DISCLAIMER AI grading and market values are estimates for informational purposes only. GemiScan is not affiliated with any TCG Company, The Pokémon Company, any grading company, or any online marketplace.

Screenshots

Pack Magik4 screens
Card Grading AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Card Grading AI at 100% against Pack Magik's 72%. Card Grading AI also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). Pack Magik's advantage is ratings volume (29 vs 4) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Pack Magik sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Card Grading AI sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Card Grading AI holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pack Magik has 29 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Pack Magik's written reviews are positive against 100% of Card Grading AI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pack Magik ships an update monthly, Card Grading AI every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Pack Magik versus Card Grading AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPack MagikCard Grading AI
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (29 ratings)4.8 (4 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.2% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings29 — better4
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB40 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperNathaniel GerdesF2House Pty Ltd

Customer experience

Pack Magik

All ratings29 ratings
Positive86.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative13.8%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive72.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative27.8%

Card Grading AI

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Pack Magik

Subscriptions6
  • Pack Magik Lite$2.991 Month
  • Pack Magik$7.991 Month
  • Pack Magik Pro$24.991 Month
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  • Pack Magik Lite$29.991 Year
  • Pack Magik Prime Yearly$79.991 Year
  • Pack Magik Pro$249.991 Year
One-time3
  • 5 credits$1.99
  • 15 credits$3.99
  • 40 credits$7.99
3 purchases

Card Grading AI

One-time3
  • 1 Gem$0.99
  • 20 Gems$1.99
  • 5 Gems$2.99

Questions

Is Pack Magik free?
Pack Magik is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Card Grading AI free?
Card Grading AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pack Magik or Card Grading AI?
Card Grading AI is rated higher. Pack Magik averages 4.4 out of 5 from 29 ratings, while Card Grading AI averages 4.8 from 4 ratings.
Do Pack Magik or Card Grading AI have ads?
Neither Pack Magik nor Card Grading AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pack Magik or Card Grading AI?
Pack Magik ships an update monthly, and Card Grading AI every 9 days. Most recently, Pack Magik was updated on October 24, 2026 and Card Grading AI on October 25, 2026.

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