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Where to buy precious metals

We order from these dealers, compare what they charge, and report what the experience is like. Rankings are based on real testing, updated monthly.

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Tested and ranked by our team for UK buyers

Coins & Bars UK

Best UK gold dealers

We've tested and compared the top UK gold dealers on price, delivery, service, and selection. Here are our honest recommendations for 2026.

BullionByPost

BullionByPost

Score: 9.8/10

10 ranked · Updated 26 January 2026 Next review: February 2026
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Coins & Bars UK

Best UK silver dealers

We've tested and compared the top UK silver dealers on price, delivery, service, and selection. Here are our honest recommendations for 2026.

BullionByPost

BullionByPost

Score: 9.8/10

10 ranked · Updated 26 January 2026 Next review: February 2026
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ETFs UK

Best UK gold ETFs

We've compared every gold ETC available to UK investors on cost, liquidity, structure, and track record. Here are the 10 best for 2026.

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iShares Physical Gold ETC

Score: 9.6/10

10 ranked · Updated 1 February 2026 Next review: March 2026
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ETFs UK

Best UK silver ETFs

We've compared the top silver ETCs available to UK investors on cost, liquidity, and structure. Here are the best options for 2026.

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iShares Physical Silver ETC

Score: 9.5/10

10 ranked · Updated 1 February 2026 Next review: March 2026
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Storage Vaults UK

Best UK gold storage

We've compared the top professional gold storage vaults available to UK investors on security, fees, insurance, and accessibility.

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BullionVault

Score: 9.6/10

10 ranked · Updated 1 February 2026 Next review: March 2026
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Storage Vaults UK

Best UK silver storage

We've compared the top professional silver storage vaults in the UK. Silver's bulk makes professional storage especially important.

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BullionVault

Score: 9.5/10

10 ranked · Updated 1 February 2026 Next review: March 2026
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Combined UK

Best gold options (UK)

The definitive UK gold investment guide — we rank the top dealers, ETFs, and vault storage providers together to find the best overall options.

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BullionByPost

Score: 9.8/10

10 ranked · Updated 1 February 2026 Next review: March 2026
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Combined UK

Best silver options (UK)

The definitive UK silver investment guide — dealers, ETFs, and vault storage ranked together to find the best overall options.

1

BullionByPost

Score: 9.8/10

10 ranked · Updated 1 February 2026 Next review: March 2026
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Editor's pick

Dealer reviews

In-depth reviews of every major UK bullion dealer — UX, pricing, trust, and who they're best for.

Dealer Review

Baird & Co Review 2026: UK's Own Gold Refinery Tested

Is Baird & Co any good? We review the UK's largest gold refinery and LBMA Good Delivery refiner - product range, pricing, delivery times, and what 250+ Trustpilot reviews say. Our honest assessment for 2026.

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Dealer Review

BullionVault Review 2026: Fees, Storage & Platform Tested

Is BullionVault any good? We explore the world's largest online gold investment service - fees, vault storage, the trading platform, and what 3,200+ customer reviews say. Our honest assessment for 2026.

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Dealer Review

Gold.co.uk Review 2026: Fees, Storage & Service Tested

Is Gold.co.uk any good? We review the premium bullion brand from the BullionByPost stable - Brink's vault storage, pricing, product range, and what 1,300+ Trustpilot reviews say. Our honest assessment for 2026.

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How we test and rank dealers

We don't just compare websites — we place real orders with dealers to test their service, delivery times, packaging, and customer support. Our rankings are based on actual experience, updated monthly.

Pricing

Premiums over spot, shipping costs, volume discounts, and hidden fees. We calculate total cost including delivery.

Delivery

Speed, packaging quality, tracking, insurance, and delivery reliability. We measure from order to doorstep.

Trust

Industry certifications, years in business, customer reviews, BBB ratings, and dispute resolution history.

Service

Response times, staff knowledge, return policies, and post-sale support. We test customer service before and after purchase.

What makes a dealer "the best"?

There's no single "best" dealer for everyone. The right choice depends on your specific needs:

  • How much you're buying — volume discounts can save hundreds
  • What you're buying — some excel at coins, others at bars
  • Where you are — UK vs US dealers have different strengths
  • Storage needs — delivered to you vs. professional vaulting
  • Urgency — some ship same-day, others take a week

Our rankings weigh these factors and highlight which dealers excel in which areas, so you can make an informed choice based on what matters most to you.

New to buying precious metals?

Start with our beginner guides to understand taxes, storage, premiums, and what to avoid.

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