Identify any card in seconds

Identify any Pokemon card with AI-powered recognition

Found a card you don't recognize? Point your camera at it and Pokex tells you the exact name, set, card number, rarity, and current market value in under a second.

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Identifies every card type

Base Set CardsModern ex CardsJapanese CardsPromo CardsError CardsSecret RaresTrainer Cards

Why collectors use it

Why Pokex is the best card identifier

01

Works when you have zero context

No set symbol knowledge needed. Scan a card with no idea what it is, and Pokex returns the full identity — name, set, number, year, and rarity.

02

Distinguishes between printings

The same Pokemon appears in dozens of sets. Pokex identifies the exact printing, telling apart a Base Set Pikachu from a Celebrations reprint.

03

Handles foreign language cards

Japanese, Korean, Chinese, and European-language cards are fully supported. You don't need to read the text to identify the card.

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Why identifying Pokemon cards can be tricky

With over 16,000 unique cards across hundreds of sets, identifying a Pokemon card by eye is nearly impossible unless you specialize in a specific era. Set symbols are tiny, numbering schemes overlap, and reprints look almost identical to originals. Pokex solves this by analyzing the entire card image — artwork, layout, text, and borders — to find the exact match.

02

Perfect for inherited or bulk collections

When you inherit a collection or buy a bulk lot, you often have no idea what you're looking at. Instead of spending hours cross-referencing online databases, scan each card and let the AI do the identification. Collectors have cataloged entire binders of unknown cards in minutes using Pokex.

FAQ

Common questions

01 Can Pokex identify damaged or worn cards?

Yes. The AI can identify most cards even with moderate wear, creasing, or edge damage. Heavily damaged cards where the artwork is obscured may require manual confirmation from the suggested matches.

02 Does it identify fake or counterfeit cards?

Pokex is designed to identify authentic Pokemon cards. While it may flag unusual matches for suspected counterfeits, it is not a dedicated authentication tool. For high-value cards, professional grading is recommended.

03 Can I identify cards from a photo I already took?

Yes. You can use the live camera or upload an existing photo from your gallery. The AI processes both the same way.

04 How many sets does the identifier cover?

Pokex covers every English Pokemon TCG set ever released, plus Japanese and other international sets. The database is updated with each new expansion within days of release.

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