Toploaders are the standard for keeping cards safe from handling, storage, and display damage. Built to keep collections safe through years of handling, trading, and storage, they are trusted by collectors everywhere. Paired with our Easy Glide penny sleeves, Card Shellz top loaders create a smooth, secure fit that prevents corner damage and scratches. Together, they’re a system designed to preserve the condition and long-term value of every card.
At Card Shellz, we build toploaders that match the needs of collectors across sports, TCG, and vintage. Premium protection you can trust and you are happy with or your money back.

Our standard toploaders get the job done and are budget friendly for bulk storage or shipping. They will have a 3-piece frame with a slightly thinner window compared to our premium options.

Our premium toploaders are the best toploaders on the market.
Crystal-clear window with UV protection that blocks 99.9% of light. Prevents fading and yellowing for cards on display. Seamless frame and thicker window for a premium feel.

Our Thick Toploaders are perfect for premium stock, relics, and patch cards. Options up to 360PT keeps thicker cards snug without edge stress.

Our new compact toploader designed to pair seamlessly with our PRECISE-FIT Soft Sleeve. These toploaders take up 8% less space than a standard toploader to maintain a sleek profile, offering an optimal storage solution without bulk. Perfect for collectors looking for efficient, high-quality protection.

Our specialty toploaders cover those unique collection items that can be difficult to protect — vintage cards, tobacco cards, tallboys, currency, and photos from 4x6 up to 8x10. We are always looking to expand our specialty offerings and take customer feedback very seriously so please reach out if we don't have what you need.

Penny sleeves give you the first layer of protection. Toploaders finish the job. They prevent bends, keep surfaces clean, and hold your cards in shape over the long term. Whether you’re sleeving a new pack pull or archiving graded candidates, a toploader is the collector’s baseline.

Toploaders are just the beginning. Keep everything organized with our premium padded top loader binders built to handle years of collecting, so browsing your collection is as satisfying as building it. And when it’s time to put a grail on display, step up to our glass-clear acrylic magnetic holders, designed to showcase your best trading cards with the security they deserve.

1. Insert your card into a penny sleeve.
   
2. Slide the sleeved card into the toploader.
   
3. Store upright in a storage box or binder, or use for display.

Do you need penny sleeves inside toploaders?

Yes. Sleeves stop scratches and make loading easier.

What thickness toploader do I need?

Visit our helpful article on toploader sizes to see what size toploader will work for your colleciton

What is UV Shield? How much does it block?

Our UV shield feature is applied to our premium toploaders and blocks between 99.9% and 100% of all harmful UV rays. UV rays can cause fading of cards and autograph when exposed to light so this is an important feature for long term protection of your cards and autographs.

At Card Shellz, we make toploaders for the Hobby. Our Essentials line gives you archival-safe protection that gets the job done day in and day out for storage or shipping. For collectors who want more, our premium top loaders add UV protection, a seamless frame, and a thicker window for a crystal-clear presentation, sturdier feel and long-term peace of mind. When paired with Easy Glide Soft Sleeves, both options deliver reliable protection that preserves the condition and long-term value of your collection.