Courtyard vs Phygitals at a glance
| Feature | Courtyard | Phygitals |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | 4.5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Games | Pokémon, One Piece, sports cards, MTG and comics | Pokémon, One Piece, sports cards, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Riftbound and Dragon Ball |
| Pack prices | $25–$5,000 | $1–$5,000 |
| Instant buyback | 90% of market value in cash | 85% of market value in cash |
| Odds published | Yes | Yes |
| Provably fair | Unknown | Yes |
| Vault | Yes | Yes |
| Trustpilot | 3.7 (797 reviews) | 2.8 (4 reviews) |
| Welcome offer | None right now | None right now |
| Type | Pokémon + other TCGs | Pokémon-first |
| Market position | Market leader | Market leader |
Packs and games
Courtyard sells Pokémon, One Piece, sports cards, MTG and comics packs priced $25–$5,000, while Phygitals sells Pokémon, One Piece, sports cards, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Riftbound and Dragon Ball packs priced $1–$5,000. Courtyard is a multi-TCG site, with Pokémon next to other card games, while Phygitals is a Pokémon-first site.
Fairness and trust
Courtyard: no public fairness proof, odds published before you buy, Trustpilot 3.7 from 797 reviews. Phygitals: provably fair draws, odds published before you buy, Trustpilot 2.8 from 4 reviews.
Buyback and cash-out
Courtyard buys pulls back at 90% of market value in cash; Phygitals at 85% of market value in cash. Cash buybacks can be withdrawn, while credit only buys more packs.
Courtyard or Phygitals: which one to pick?
Pick Courtyard if…
- You plan to sell pulls back (90% vs 85%).
- You want a long public track record of reviews.
- You also collect MTG and comics.
Pick Phygitals if…
- You want cheaper entry packs (from $1).
- You want draws you can verify yourself.
- You also collect Yu-Gi-Oh!, Riftbound and Dragon Ball.
Courtyard and Phygitals both get 4.5 out of 5 from us. Courtyard is stronger on value for players, Phygitals on Pokémon focus. Choose on the games you collect and how you want to cash out.
Full reviews: Courtyard review and promo code · Phygitals review and promo code
FAQ
Is Courtyard better than Phygitals?
They get the same rating from us (4.5 out of 5). Pick on games, pack prices and buyback terms.
Which has the better buyback, Courtyard or Phygitals?
Courtyard: 90% of market value in cash. Phygitals: 85% of market value in cash. Cash buybacks are worth more than site credit, which can only buy more packs.
Can I use both Courtyard and Phygitals?
Yes. Each site has its own account, balance and welcome offer, so you can sign up to both and compare packs before you deposit more.