Cardmatic vs Ludex
Both apps scan cards and list them on eBay. Ludex covers sports and other TCGs with native phone apps. Cardmatic adds photo Condition reports, CSV import from other apps and a full desktop workspace.
Ludex details checked October 8, 2026 from its own website and app store listings. Not verified means we could not confirm it from those sources, not that it is missing. Features change, so check their site for the latest.
| Feature | Cardmatic | Ludex |
|---|---|---|
| Scan cards with your phone | YesPhoto and live camera, plus whole binder pages | YesPokémon, sports and other TCGs |
| Phone apps | PartlyInstallable web app on iPhone and Android, no app store app | YesiOS and Android |
| Desktop web app | YesFull workspace in the browser | PartlyCollection Web Management, in beta |
| Price sources | YesTCGplayer market data and active eBay listings, with source and date shown | YeseBay completed sales and other marketplaces |
| Condition or grade estimate from photos | YesPhoto based Condition reports with centering tools, 5 a month free | Not verifiedYou choose condition when listing |
| Create eBay listings | YesLive eBay listing on every plan | YesMonthly listing limits vary by plan |
| Built in marketplace | NoSell through your own eBay account | Not verified |
| CSV import | YesTCGplayer, Collectr, Dragon Shield or a standard CSV | Not verified |
| CSV export | PartlySales export on every plan, marketplace CSVs from Pro | YesStandard and Pro, without images |
| Price | YesFree, then $9.99, $14.99 or $24.99 a month, 20% off yearly | YesFree, Lite $4.99, Standard $9.99, Pro $24.99 a month |
Cardmatic may suit you if
- You want condition help before deciding to grade.
- You are moving a collection over from another app by CSV.
- You do a lot of listing work at a desk.
Ludex may suit you if
- You sell sports cards as well as Pokémon.
- You want a native app store app.
Switching to Cardmatic
If your Ludex CSV export includes card name, set and number columns, use Import CSV on the Cardmatic Upload page. Cardmatic matches each row to catalog images and prices and lists any rows it could not match.
Try Cardmatic free
Scan a few cards without an account, or create a free account and import your collection.
Sources
- Ludex scan and price plans
- Ludex on Google Play
- Ludex help: list a card on eBay
- Ludex help: export your collection
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