APMEX Review
America's largest online precious metals retailer with 20,000+ products and guaranteed authenticity. Independent APMEX review: 4.8/5 for bullion dealer.
By Michael Hewitt, Founder & Editor-in-Chief.
Our verdict
APMEX's premiums over spot run slightly higher than discount dealers charge, and that's the price of its range: 20,000+ gold, silver, platinum and palladium products, all guaranteed authentic. There's no minimum order, but free shipping starts at $199. Buy the hard-to-find item here and check a discount dealer for common bullion.
Skip it if you're buying common coins or bars on price alone, or ordering under $199.
About APMEX
America's largest online precious metals retailer with 20,000+ products and guaranteed authenticity. APMEX is offered by APMEX Inc. Our editorial rating is 4.8 out of 5.
Best for: Widest selection of coins, bars, and bullion.
Editorial grade: A+ (composite score 93/100).
Highlights
- 20,000+ gold, silver, platinum, and palladium products
- All products guaranteed authentic
- IRA-eligible metals available
What we like
- Largest selection of any online dealer
- Transparent pricing with live spot tracking
- Fast shipping with full insurance
Where it falls short
- Premiums slightly higher than discount dealers
- Minimum order for free shipping ($199)
Fees, minimums, and rates
Monthly fee: Premium over spot. Minimum to open: $0 (no minimum order). Rates and promotional offers change often, so check the provider's own page before you apply.
How we reviewed it
This is a desk review: we have not opened an account with APMEX Inc.. It is built from APMEX Inc.'s published rates, fee schedule and terms and from the public complaint record, and compared with the other products in the Bullion Dealer shortlist. The rubric is the same for every brand.
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