Akron has 13 verified card shops in the LocalCardShopsNearMe directory. The best-rated, The Retro Attic Akron, holds a 4.9 rating across 230 Google reviews. These are the shops local collectors use for sports cards, Pokemon, Magic and Yu-Gi-Oh, sealed wax, graded singles, and group breaks.
This guide ranks the highest-rated card shops in Akron by verified Google review score and explains what each one offers. For the complete, filterable list of every card shop in Akron — with addresses, hours, and services — see the Akron card shop directory.
Top-rated card shops in Akron
These are the highest-rated card shops in Akron, ranked by verified Google review score. Ratings reflect data at the time of writing — tap any shop for current details, hours, and directions.
The Retro Attic Akron
A 4.9 rating across 230 verified Google reviews. The store on Massillon Road carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
Red Curtain Comics & Collectibles
60 verified reviews at a 4.9 rating. This shop on Manchester Road carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
Jac Games
121 verified reviews at a 4.8 rating. This shop on West Portage Trl carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
Bills poke store
22 verified reviews at a 4.8 rating. This location on Manchester Road carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
Oddmall Outpost: Assembly of Odd
285 verified reviews at a 4.7 rating. This shop on East Turkeyfoot Lake Road carries singles, sealed wax, and supplies for collectors. See full details »
How to choose a card shop in Akron
With 13 shops in Akron, it pays to match the store to what you collect. Chasing singles for a set or a player run? Look for a shop with a deep singles case rather than one built mainly around sealed product.
Ripping sealed wax or joining group breaks is a different trip — check a shop's listing for current-year boxes and whether it runs live or recorded breaks. If you are selling cards or a whole collection, look for the shops tagged for buying and selling, and bring your cards sleeved so they can make a fair offer.
For grading, you do not have to open a PSA, BGS, or SGC account yourself. Many Akron shops are authorized grading drop-off centers that bundle submissions and handle the shipping — ask about turnaround and pricing before you go.
Card shows and events near Akron
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See all 13 shops: this guide covers the highest-rated stores. For the complete, filterable directory of card shops in Akron — with addresses, hours, and services for every shop — visit the Akron card shop directory.
Frequently asked questions
How many card shops are in Akron?
Akron has 13 verified card shops listed in the LocalCardShopsNearMe directory. This guide highlights the highest-rated. The full list with addresses, hours, and services is on the Akron directory page.
What is the best-rated card shop in Akron?
The Retro Attic Akron is among the highest-rated card shops in Akron, holding a 4.9-star rating across 230 verified Google reviews. The other shops in this guide also rank among Akron's best by review score — compare them in the list above.
Where can I get cards graded (PSA, BGS, SGC) in Akron?
Many Akron card shops act as grading drop-off centers, bundling PSA, BGS, and SGC submissions and handling shipping so you do not need your own account. Look for the grading tag on the shop listings, and call ahead for current turnaround times and pricing.
What do card shops in Akron buy?
Most Akron shops buy singles, sealed wax, vintage cardboard, graded slabs, and whole collections — across sports cards, Pokemon, Magic, and Yu-Gi-Oh. Look for listings tagged for buying and selling, and bring your cards in protective sleeves for the best offer.