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Newmont Capital Group
Editor's Choice4.9
- Fees
- 4.9
- Transparency
- 5.0
- Storage
- 4.9
- Support
- 4.8
Min. $50,000Visit site
Independently rated5 companies reviewedUpdated June 15, 2026
The best gold IRA companies of 2026, rated and ranked.
We pressure-test every major gold IRA provider on fees, transparency, storage, minimums and buyback terms — then score them on a single, consistent editorial scale. No fluff, no fake testimonials. Just a comparison you can act on.
#1
Visit NewmontEditor's Choice · Featured Partner
Newmont Capital Group
Editorial score 4.9/5 · $50,000 minimum · BBB A+
The 2026 Scorecard
Every major gold IRA company, scored on one scale.
Headline scores are our editorial verdict out of 5. Sub-scores break down fees, transparency, storage and support. The featured partner is our #1 pick.
- Fees & pricing
- 30%
- Transparency
- 30%
- Storage & custody
- 25%
- Support & track record
- 15%
Liberty Gold USA editorial weighting · applied identically to every company
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Augusta Precious Metals
Best for Education4.6
- Fees
- 4.3
- Transparency
- 4.7
- Storage
- 4.6
- Support
- 4.7
Min. $50,000Read review
3
Goldco
Most Established4.5
- Fees
- 4.4
- Transparency
- 4.5
- Storage
- 4.6
- Support
- 4.5
Min. $25,000Read review
4
Birch Gold Group
Widest Metals Range4.2
- Fees
- 4.1
- Transparency
- 4.2
- Storage
- 4.3
- Support
- 4.2
Min. $10,000Read review
5
American Hartford Gold
Best for Low Minimum4.0
- Fees
- 4.3
- Transparency
- 4.2
- Storage
- 4.4
- Support
- 4.5
Min. $10,000Read review
Ratings are our independent editorial opinion, not user reviews.
Category Winners
Different needs, different winners.
The right gold IRA company depends on your starting balance, how much guidance you want, and what you value. Here's who we'd shortlist by category.
Newmont Capital Group
4.9editorial / 5
Top of our scorecard across every category we weigh.
- BBB A+ rating
- Transparent, spot-based pricing
- Delaware Depository, Brinks & Loomis storage
Augusta Precious Metals
4.6editorial / 5
Education-first onboarding for first-time IRA buyers.
- Education-first onboarding
- High $50k minimum
- Lifetime account support
Goldco
4.5editorial / 5
Broad brand recognition and a long operating history.
- Established brand
- $25k minimum
- Promotional incentives common
American Hartford Gold
4.0editorial / 5
A low entry point for smaller rollovers.
- Low minimum
- Family-owned
- Frequent promotions
Newmont Capital Group is our featured partner and our #1 overall pick. Other companies named here are reviewed on factual, publicly available information using the same criteria.
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A consistent, weighted scorecard.
Every company is scored against the same five criteria, weighted by how much they actually affect your outcome. Scores are our editorial opinion, based on publicly available information — not paid placements and not user reviews.
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- 130%
Fees & pricing transparency
Whether pricing is spot-based and disclosed up front, plus setup, annual, and storage costs over a realistic holding period.
- 225%
Credentials & track record
BBB rating, registrations, complaint history, and years in operation — verified against public records, not marketing claims.
- 320%
Storage & custody
Use of IRS-approved depositories (e.g. Delaware Depository, Brinks, Loomis), segregated vs. commingled options, and insurance.
- 415%
Account minimum & accessibility
How large a rollover you need to get started, and whether smaller investors are realistically served.
- 510%
Buyback & exit terms
Whether there's a clear, no-obligation buyback commitment and how liquid your metals are when you want out.
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How do you decide the best gold IRA companies?+
We score every company against the same five weighted criteria — fees and pricing transparency, credentials and track record, storage and custody, account minimum, and buyback terms — using publicly available information. The result is a single editorial score out of 5. These are our opinions, not user reviews.
Is Liberty Gold USA independent?+
We are an independent publisher. Our editorial team scores every company on the same five weighted criteria, and our rankings reflect that assessment rather than any company's relationship with us. See our advertiser disclosure for details.
Why is Newmont Capital Group ranked #1?+
Newmont Capital Group tops our 2026 scorecard on transparency, storage and buyback terms, and is also our disclosed featured partner. It carries a BBB A+ rating, uses IRS-approved depositories such as Delaware Depository, Brinks and Loomis, and offers a no-obligation buyback commitment. Verify all details directly with the company before investing.
What is the typical minimum to open a gold IRA?+
Minimums vary widely by provider — from around $10,000 at some dealers to $50,000 at others. A higher minimum is not necessarily better; it simply changes who a company is the right fit for. Our scorecard lists each company's stated minimum.
What fees should I expect with a gold IRA?+
Most gold IRAs involve a one-time setup fee, an annual custodian or administration fee, and annual storage fees at an approved depository. Spreads on the metals themselves also matter. We weight fee transparency heavily because undisclosed markups are the most common complaint in this space.
Are these rankings financial advice?+
No. Everything on this site is general education and our editorial opinion. It is not financial, tax, legal or investment advice. Precious metals carry risk, including loss of principal. Consult a licensed professional before making any decision.
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