Beckett platforms are still down. Base/Standard/Express are open via a temporary form.
Beckett.com remains on maintenance since September 9. As of September 15 afternoon, Beckett reopened Base ($17.95), Standard ($34.95), and Express ($79.95) through a temporary Jotform. Here is how to verify, submit, prepare your stack, or compare alternatives.
Updated September 15, 2026
The situation as of September 15 (afternoon update)
Beckett.com is still offline. The maintenance page that went live at 7:00 p.m. CT on September 9, 2026 is still serving. Website checkout and the app remain unavailable.
Temporary form is open for Base, Standard, and Express. Beckett's maintenance FAQ and live Jotform list Base with subgrades at $17.95, Standard at $34.95, and Express at $79.95. The earlier Sep 15 website reopen estimate is superseded.
Open the temporary submission form · CGN outage update · CGN Sep 15 estimate correction
Step 1: Verify the live status yourself
Do not rely on estimates, forum posts, or articles (including this one) for the live status. Check the source of truth:
- Go to beckett.com. Expect the maintenance page while platforms stay offline. Look for the temporary submission form link Beckett publishes there.
- Confirm the temporary form before you ship. Open the live Jotform and verify Base/Standard/Express options and prices still match what you expect.
- Do not wait on a restored website for those tiers. The Sep 15 estimate did not bring checkout back. Use the temporary form, HQ appointment, or another grader if timing matters.
Step 2: Prepare your submission stack now
Even with the temporary form open, pre-screen and pack carefully. Final invoice happens after Beckett receives the order, and tiers can pause again if backlog threatens turnaround times.
- Pre-screen your cards. Identify your strongest candidates before committing to grading fees. A photo-based AI pre-screen can help you catch surface flaws and estimate condition. Try a free AI pre-screen
- Check centering. Centering is one of the most common reasons cards miss a gem grade. Measure now so you know which cards are borderline.
- Sort by submission priority. Group your cards: high-value candidates worth premium tiers, mid-tier cards for standard services, and cards that may not justify the all-in cost at any grader.
- Gather supplies. Ensure you have proper holders, sleeves, and packing materials ready so you can ship the day submissions reopen.
Full outage checklist: everything to do while Beckett is down
Step 3: Compare open alternatives (with caveats)
If you have a hard deadline or simply want to grade cards now, other services are accepting submissions. But switching graders is not automatic. Each company has different pricing, turnarounds, and market perception.
PSA Standard: $59.99 (now live)
PSA Standard opened September 14, 2026 at $59.99 per card with 90-100 business day turnaround and $1,000 max insured value. Priority (formerly Regular) is $79.99 with 70-80 BD turnaround. Express is now $199.
Caveat: PSA Value tiers remain paused. Standard is not the return of the old $24.99-$64.99 Value tiers. PSA also notes Standard orders will be processed after existing Value/Bulk backlog, so initial turnaround may exceed estimates.
CGC
CGC is popular for Pokemon, trading card games, and comics. Turnaround times and pricing vary by tier. Check their current services page for live availability.
Caveat: CGC market perception differs from PSA and Beckett for sports cards. Research resale values for your specific card type before switching.
SGC
SGC often has faster turnarounds than PSA or Beckett. Popular for vintage sports cards. Their tuxedo slabs have a distinct look.
Caveat: SGC slabs historically trade at a discount to PSA for modern cards. That gap has narrowed for vintage, but research your specific card.
The rule: Always check a grader's live services page before assuming a tier is open. Tier availability changes. Do not ship cards based on an old fee chart or someone else's report.
What NOT to do
- Do not ship cards to Beckett hoping the site comes back mid-transit. If platforms are offline, your package will arrive with no way to submit it online.
- Do not treat an estimate as a promise. The Sep 15 date was described as when Beckett “expects to begin reopening.” Infrastructure work can extend timelines.
- Do not panic-switch graders without research. If your cards have strong Beckett market value, rushing to another grader may not serve your goals.
Decision flowchart
- Check beckett.com right now.
- If normal homepage and submission flow: Beckett is back. Submit if that was your plan.
- If maintenance page: Continue to step 2.
- Do you have a hard deadline?
- Yes: Evaluate PSA Standard ($59.99, 90-100 BD), PSA Priority ($79.99, 70-80 BD), or other graders with live tiers.
- No: Use the downtime to pre-screen and prepare. Check beckett.com again tomorrow.
- Is your card type strong at another grader?
- Research resale values for your specific cards at PSA, CGC, or SGC before committing.
- Some cards command Beckett premiums that other graders do not match.
- Pre-screen before you submit anywhere.
- A free AI pre-screen helps you filter out cards that will not justify submission fees at any price.
Related resources
Sources
- Card Grading News: Beckett Digital Platforms Offline Since Sept 9 (re-verified September 15, 2026)
- Beckett Collectibles maintenance notice on beckett.com (primary source, live as of September 15, 2026)
- PSA services page (verified September 15, 2026): Standard $59.99 now live
Frequently asked questions
Is Beckett.com back online on September 15?
No. As of September 15, 2026, Beckett.com still displays the maintenance page that went live on September 9. Platforms are offline, but Base, Standard, and Express are available through Beckett temporary Jotform linked from that page.
How do I submit Base, Standard, or Express while platforms are down?
Use the temporary Jotform Beckett links from the maintenance page. Live prices this check: Base with subgrades $17.95, Standard $34.95, Express $79.95. Final totals are confirmed after Beckett invoices the order.
What was the September 15 date about?
Beckett previously estimated September 15 as the date to begin reopening paused Base and Standard online tiers. That estimate is superseded: the website did not restore, and the temporary form is the current path for those tiers.
Should I submit to PSA instead?
PSA Standard at $59.99 is now live (as of September 14). It has a 90-100 business day turnaround and $1,000 max insured value. PSA Value tiers remain paused. Whether PSA is the right choice depends on your cards, timeline, and expected grade. Check PSA's live services page for current tier availability.
Can I still drop off cards at a Beckett show booth or HQ?
Beckett FAQ still describes HQ Plano drop-off/pickup with appointment. Dallas/LA show drop-off language from the earlier full pause may not appear on the current maintenance page. Confirm any live event listing before you travel.
What happens to submissions I already sent to Beckett?
Beckett states existing orders already received are not impacted and will continue to be processed in-house. Track your submission through whatever status channel Beckett restores.
Pre-screen your cards while you wait
Use the downtime to identify your best submission candidates. AI pre-screening helps you sort cards before Beckett reopens or you choose another grader.