Card Consignment Fees Compared: Fanatics Collect vs Probstein vs COMC vs ORB
Choosing a consignment service for your trading cards isn’t just about finding the lowest fee. The right platform depends on what you’re selling, how much it’s worth, how long you’re willing to wait, and whether you care about knowing what’s happening while you wait.
This comparison is honest, including about ourselves. Each of these services is the right answer for someone. The goal here is to help you figure out which one is right for you.
Note: Fee structures change. All figures below reflect our best research as of April 2026. Verify current rates directly with each platform before submitting cards.
Quick Comparison Table
| Platform | Fee Structure | Best For | Processing | Transparency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fanatics Collect (formerly PWCC) | 6% Buy Now; 0% seller fee at auction (20% buyer premium) | High-end, auction-ready slabs | Weeks to auction close | Limited until sale |
| Probstein (P123 Auctions) | Competitive for high-value cards; verify current tiers directly | High-value eBay auction | 30-90 days | Moderate (watch auction live) |
| COMC | Ingestion fee per card + 5% on sale | High-volume raw collections | 2-16 weeks depending on tier | Good (self-managed) |
| MySlabs | ~1% seller fee on graded (+ payment processing) | Graded-only, self-managed | Self-listed, immediate | Full (you control it) |
| ORB | 10-15% (full-service) | $500-$10K mixed collections | Typically 1-4 weeks | Best-in-class (OmniList) |
Fanatics Collect (Formerly PWCC Marketplace)
PWCC was acquired by Fanatics and fully rebranded as Fanatics Collect in 2024. If you’ve searched “PWCC consignment,” this is the current platform.
Fee structure: Two models depending on how you sell.
Buy Now Marketplace: A 6% seller fee applies to listings priced at or below 120% of the card’s market value (as determined by Card Ladder). Listings above 120% of market value are charged 15%.
Weekly and Premier Auctions: Sellers pay no seller-side fee to submit to auction. Instead, a 20% buyer’s premium is added to the hammer price on top of what buyers pay. The seller receives the hammer price plus a bonus commission on the winning bid. In practice, the buyer’s premium affects what bidders are willing to pay, so it’s economically meaningful even though sellers don’t see a direct fee deducted.
Vault storage: Free storage terms have been extended indefinitely for most items. Cards valued under $50 that aren’t submitted to auction or sold within 30 days incur a one-time $3 fee.
What they accept: Premium graded cards and high-value sports memorabilia. Fanatics Collect’s clientele skews toward serious collectors and investors, think PSA 9s and 10s of star players, vintage material, and high-grade modern rookies.
Payout speed: After an auction closes and the buyer pays. Depending on the auction cycle and hold periods, expect 30-90 days from submission to payout.
Transparency: You know the auction schedule and can track results after the fact. Real-time status during the pre-auction hold period is limited.
Strengths:
– Legitimate premium market reach with serious buyers
– Auction model drives competitive bidding on desirable cards
– Strong brand credibility in the high-end market
– Vault storage for long-term collection management
– 6% Buy Now fee is competitive for fixed-price selling
Weaknesses:
– Not practical for mid-tier collections; the platform and audience skew high-end
– The 20% buyer’s premium in auctions can dampen effective bids even with no seller fee
– Slower timeline than fixed-price options
– Less transparency during the pre-sale period
Right for you if: You have a PSA 9 or 10 of a major player, vintage material worth $1,000+, or a collection that warrants auction-level exposure.
Probstein Auctions / P123 Auctions
Fee structure: Probstein does not publish a detailed public rate schedule. Based on available third-party reporting, they offer competitive payouts for high-value cards, with reported payout percentages generally in the 88-95% range (8-12% effective fee) depending on sale price, with higher-value cards receiving better rates. Cards below a certain value threshold are rejected outright. Verify current rates directly with Probstein before submitting cards, contact them at probstein123@gmail.com or via their site at p123auctions.com.
What they accept: Primarily sports cards with meaningful individual value. Raw cards accepted above their threshold; graded cards preferred for higher values. Probstein runs via eBay auctions, so your card reaches eBay’s full buyer base.
How it works: You ship cards to Probstein, they authenticate, photograph, and list on eBay as auction items, handle shipping, and pay you out after the sale. Full-service in the traditional sense.
Payout speed: Depends on auction timing and eBay’s clearing cycle. Typically 30-90 days from submission to payout.
Transparency: You can watch your auction on eBay in real time, which is a genuine advantage. You know what it’s listed for and what it’s bid at. Post-sale payout calculation is clear.
Strengths:
– Industry-competitive fees for high-value cards
– eBay’s full buyer audience with none of the self-management
– You can watch your auction live
– Probstein’s established reputation drives bidder confidence
Weaknesses:
– High-value cards only; not practical for mixed mid-tier collections
– You ship everything out of state and trust the process
– eBay-only listing; no multi-channel exposure
– No self-service portal; you check in by phone or email
Right for you if: You have a single card or a handful of high-value slabs, you’re comfortable with eBay auctions, and competitive fees on high-end items are your priority.
COMC (Check Out My Cards)
Fee structure: A two-part model. You pay an ingestion fee when you submit, then a 5% transaction fee when each card sells.
Current ingestion tiers (verify at blog.comc.com for latest rates before submitting):
– Standard: 16-week processing, 100-card minimum. Best for large volume batches.
– Select: Falls between Standard and Elite on price and turnaround. Check current pricing directly.
– Elite: $2.00/card (raw), $2.50/card (graded), $5.00/card (odd-sized). 2-week processing. Best for cards over $50 where speed matters.
Additional fees: $0.50/card for holder removal. Oversized items: $3.00/card.
What they accept: COMC excels at high-volume raw collections. If you have 500 commons and mid-range cards and want them all listed on a searchable marketplace, COMC was built for that volume. Graded cards accepted too.
How it works: You ship cards to COMC. They process, photograph, and list each card on their marketplace. You manage your own pricing within their system. When cards sell, COMC takes their 5% and you cash out.
Payout speed: Cards sell when buyers find them. Popular cards move quickly; obscure ones may sit indefinitely. COMC has been working through operational backlogs as of early 2026, check their blog at blog.comc.com for current service level updates before submitting.
Transparency: Self-managed, you set prices, you see your inventory, you watch sales. The processing wait (up to 16 weeks on Standard) is the main gap in visibility.
Strengths:
– Best option for high-volume raw collections at low per-card cost
– 5% transaction fee is competitive once ingestion is paid
– Self-managed pricing gives you control
– Established marketplace with real buyer traffic
Weaknesses:
– Up-front ingestion fee required before cards even sell
– 16-week Standard processing is a significant commitment
– Operational challenges in 2025-2026 have extended some timelines
– Works best at volume; not practical for 10-20 card consignments
– No local option, you ship everything
Right for you if: You have 100+ raw cards to move and the patience to wait for ingestion. High-volume sellers who build COMC inventories over time get the best economics.
MySlabs
Fee structure: Per their current Terms and Conditions, sellers of graded cards (slabs) pay a 1% seller fee. Raw card sellers pay 3%. Buyers pay 1%. Standard payment processing fees (PayPal or Stripe, typically 3-4%) apply on top, bringing the effective cost for graded sellers to roughly 4-5% total.
What it is: MySlabs is a peer-to-peer marketplace, not a consignment service. You list your own cards, set your own prices, handle your own shipping. No middleman manages listings or fulfillment. The low headline fee is the platform’s main advantage.
What they accept: Primarily graded cards (slabs). The platform was built for PSA, BGS, and SGC-graded material. Raw cards are accepted but less common.
Transparency: Total, because it’s your listing, your dashboard, your sale. That also means it’s your responsibility.
Strengths:
– Among the lowest fees in the industry for graded cards
– Peer-to-peer means no middleman in the process
– Collector-focused community features
Weaknesses:
– Not a consignment service; you do all the work
– Smaller buyer pool than eBay or Fanatics Collect
– Best suited for graded cards
– You’re responsible for shipping, disputes, returns, everything
– Platform size limits exposure compared to major marketplaces
Right for you if: You have a graded collection, you’re comfortable managing your own listings, and you want to save every possible dollar on fees. Think of it as a collector-friendly alternative to eBay, not a hands-off consignment service.
ORB Trading Cards
Fee structure:
– Items individually valued at $1,000 and above: 10%
– Items under $1,000: 15%
No ingestion fees. No storage fees. No hidden charges. Payout via ACH, check, PayPal (2.99% + $0.49), or Venmo (1.9% + $0.10).
What they accept: Sports cards (all major sports), Pokemon TCG, Magic: The Gathering, and other trading card games. Graded and raw. Authentication during intake, trimmed or altered cards not accepted.
How it works: Drop off cards at the Oregon City location. Trained staff authenticate and assess condition. OmniList software pushes listings to six or more channels simultaneously: Shopify, eBay, Whatnot, TikTok Shop, and more. You get a real-time consignor portal tracking every card’s status.
Payout speed: Most active items sell within 1-4 weeks. Niche or high-value items vary. Multi-channel exposure puts each card in front of more buyers simultaneously.
Transparency: OmniList is proprietary consignment management software that gives consignors a real-time portal, accessible 24/7 from any browser, showing every card listed, which platform it’s on, the current price, sale status, and payout timeline.
View your active consignments anytime.
Strengths:
– Real-time consignor visibility via OmniList portal
– Multi-channel listing (6+ platforms) from one drop-off
– Local option, you see the shop, meet the team, verify cards are received
– Full-service: authentication, photography, listing, shipping, customer service all handled
– Strong fit for $500-$10,000 mixed collections
Weaknesses:
– Fees are higher than Probstein or MySlabs on a percentage basis
– Local drop-off required (Oregon City, OR); not practical for out-of-state consignors
– Not the right fit for 500+ raw card volume plays (COMC serves that better)
– Not an auction-house experience for ultra-premium $5,000+ single cards (Fanatics Collect may be better)
Right for you if: You’re a Pacific Northwest collector with a real collection, graded cards, modern sealed, sports or TCG, worth $500 to $10,000, and you want full-service consignment with real-time visibility and no guessing about what’s happening to your cards.
The Honest Breakdown: Who Should Use What
Single high-value slab ($1,000+, graded, sports): Fanatics Collect or Probstein. Their auction reach and reputation justify the setup for serious individual cards. ORB is a viable local alternative, especially if you want faster resolution and real-time tracking.
Large raw collection (100+ cards, patient seller): COMC. The economics work at volume and the per-card fee structure fits mass ingestion. Budget for a 4-16 week wait and check current service levels before submitting.
Graded-only, self-managed seller: MySlabs. The lowest headline fees available, but you’re running the full operation yourself. Factor in payment processing fees when comparing.
Mixed collection ($500-$10,000, Pacific Northwest, want full-service): ORB. Multi-channel exposure, real-time tracking, no shipping required, and a team that knows what they’re looking at.
Fee Math: The Same $3,000 Card Across Every Platform
To make this concrete, here’s what a $3,000 PSA 9 nets you at each service, excluding outbound shipping costs on your end, and using the most current fee structures as of April 2026:
| Platform | Fee | Net to You |
|---|---|---|
| Fanatics Collect (Buy Now, under 120% market) | 6% | ~$2,820 |
| Fanatics Collect (Auction) | 0% seller side* | ~$3,000* |
| Probstein | ~8-12% (verify current tiers) | ~$2,640-$2,760 |
| COMC | $2 ingestion + 5% | ~$2,848 |
| MySlabs | ~1% + ~3-4% payment processing | ~$2,850-$2,880 |
| ORB | 10% (above $1,000 tier) | ~$2,700 |
*Fanatics Collect auction sellers technically pay no fee, but buyers pay a 20% premium on top of the hammer price. This affects what buyers bid, meaning the effective return depends on auction demand. The $3,000 hammer is not guaranteed to match the card’s $3,000 market value.
At the high end, MySlabs and COMC show the lowest effective fees on paper for a card this size. But fee math only holds if the card sells at your target price, and on a smaller platform with fewer buyers, that’s not guaranteed. Multi-channel listing is designed to find the right buyer faster.
What OmniList Changes About the Consignment Equation
Every traditional consignment relationship has an information problem. You hand over property, then wait. The shop knows where every card is and what it’s doing. You don’t.
OmniList changes that. When you consign with ORB, you see what our team sees: every card, every platform, every price, every sale, every payout. That’s not a feature description, it’s a functional portal you can access right now at /consignment/my-consignments.
For many consignors, the ability to check in at any time, without calling anyone, is worth the difference in fees compared to lower-cost but opaque alternatives. If you’re newer to consignment and want a full walkthrough of what the process actually looks like from drop-off to payout, our beginner’s guide to card consignment covers it step by step.
Consignment Red Flags (At Any Shop, Including Ours)
Before signing any consignment agreement, anywhere, verify:
- You receive a written itemized list of every card consigned
- The fee structure is documented before you hand anything over
- You have a clear mechanism to check card status (portal, phone, email, but ideally a portal)
- You know the payout schedule and payment methods in advance
- There is a stated policy for what happens to unsold cards
If a shop can’t answer all five of those clearly, walk out with your cards.
See ORB’s full consignment terms and rate schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does ORB accept out-of-state consignors?
Currently, ORB’s consignment service is set up for local and Pacific Northwest collectors who can drop off in person. Drop-off is part of how we authenticate and document intake accurately. Reach out via the consignment page if you’re outside the area and we’ll discuss options.
Q: How does OmniList list on eBay if I’m consigning with ORB?
OmniList integrates with ORB’s eBay seller account. Your cards list on eBay through ORB, giving you eBay’s full buyer audience without you managing an account or handling shipping. Sales flow back into your consignor payout.
Q: Can I consign with COMC and ORB at the same time?
Technically yes, but only if you’re sending different cards to each. You can’t consign the same physical card to two places. COMC works well for volume raw cards; ORB works well for graded and higher-value singles.
Q: What happens if my card sells for less than I expected?
During intake, you can set a floor price below which we will not sell. We price based on recent sold comps and will explain the pricing rationale. If market conditions change during the consignment period, we communicate with you before repricing below your floor.
Q: Is COMC’s processing time still long in 2026?
Standard tier is quoted at 16 weeks. COMC has been working through operational challenges in early 2026, check their blog at blog.comc.com for current service level updates before submitting. Elite tier ($2/card for raw) is quoted at 2 weeks and is the best option for higher-value cards where timing matters.
Ready to Consign at ORB?
We’re not the cheapest option on the spreadsheet. We’re the most transparent, and the most hands-off for you as a consignor. OmniList gives you visibility into your own collection that no other local shop provides, and our multi-channel listing puts each card in front of buyers across six or more platforms simultaneously.
If lowest possible fee is the only factor and you’re willing to manage everything yourself, MySlabs is worth a look for graded cards. If you have a single high-value slab and want maximum auction exposure, Fanatics Collect or Probstein may be right for that specific card.
If you want full-service consignment with real-time tracking from a shop that knows the hobby, we’re the answer for most Pacific Northwest collectors.
ORB Trading Cards
1900 McLoughlin Blvd, Suite 127, Oregon City, OR 97045
(503) 389-5404 | Hours: 11am – 7pm, 7 days a week