Detailed Comparison

Lear Capital vs. Noble Gold

The veteran (Lear) vs the rising star (Noble). Both have A+ ratings, but one is much better for smaller investors.

(Intro: Frame the battle. Lear is the "Old Guard" with history. Noble is the "New Guard" with better service for small accounts.)

Our Verdict

Winner: Noble Gold (For Most People)

Noble Gold wins for almost everyone due to their lower minimum ($2,000) and transparent flat fees. Lear Capital is only recommended if you demand a company with 20+ years of history.

Best For: Small-to-Mid Sized Accounts

Head-to-Head Comparison

FeatureLear CapitalNoble Gold
Minimum Investment$10,000$2,000
BBB RatingA+A+
Years in Business25+ YearsFounded 2016
Fees$225-$280/year$225-$250/year
Home DeliveryYesYes (Royal Survival Packs)
Buyback ProgramYesYes, No-Quibble

Noble Gold Overview

(Overview of Noble: Low minimums, simple process, Texas storage option.)

Lear Capital Overview

(Overview of Lear: Huge inventory, price match guarantee, older company.)

Fees & Minimums

(Comparison of fees. Noble is flat rate. Lear can be higher for premium coins.)

Pros & Cons

Noble Gold Advantages

  • • $2,000 minimum (vs $10k)
  • • Texas storage option
  • • "Royal Survival Packs"

Lear Capital Advantages

  • • Longer track record (1997)
  • • Price Match Guarantee
  • • huge coin selection

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Thomas Richardson

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Thomas Richardson

Thomas is a former wealth manager with 20+ years of experience. He founded Rich Dad Retirement to expose the flaws of traditional "paper asset" retirement planning and educate Americans on the stability of physical precious metals.

Certified Financial Planner™ (Ret.)Precious Metals Expert