What Do the Different Badges Mean?
Great Deal Badge
When you see a Great Deal badge, you're looking at a listing that offers exceptional value compared to current market prices. These listings often represent some of the best buying opportunities on the platform.
Good Deal Badge
A Good Deal badge indicates that the listing is priced close to current market value. While not as aggressive as Great Deal listings, these still represent fair opportunities that align well with current market conditions.
Fair Deal Badge
Listings with a Fair Deal badge are priced at a premium to current market value. While these may be priced higher than similar listings, they might still be worth considering depending on factors like:
- Card condition
- Card availability
- Specific card variations or features
How Are Badges Determined?
Our badge system uses sophisticated market analysis tools to evaluate each listing against current market data. We consider multiple factors including:
- Recent market transactions
- Current market trends
- Similar card sales
- Overall market conditions
Tips for Using Deal Badges
1. Use badges as one of many tools
While badges can help identify good deals, they should be part of your broader evaluation process alongside factors like card condition, seller ratings, and your collecting goals.
2. Check regularly
Badge status can change as market conditions evolve. A listing's badge may update to reflect new market data.
3. Consider the full picture
Even listings without badges might be good opportunities depending on your specific needs and the current market for that card.
Other Questions
Q: Why don't all listings have badges?
A: Badges are only assigned when we have sufficient market data to make a confident evaluation. Some rare or unique items might not receive badges due to limited market data.
Q: How often are badges updated?
A: Our system continuously monitors market conditions and updates badges accordingly to reflect current market values.