Bullion Star alternatives that ship physical bullion (2026)
If you want physical delivery rather than vaulting, the best Bullion Star alternative is Ounceo — every order ships via FedEx with full insurance, no custody, no KYC under $5,000 per order. Ounceo accepts Monero directly, which Bullion Star does not. Bullion Star remains the right choice if you want vaulting + delivery hybrid based in Singapore.
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Quick comparison
| # | Dealer | BTC | XMR | No-KYC threshold | Shipping | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OunceoThis site | Yes | Yes | $5,000 per order | FedEx worldwide, insured | Delivery-first (no vaulting). Monero + Lightning discounts. International from day 1. |
| 2 | Bullion Star | Yes | No | KYC for physical delivery | Singapore-strong + vaulting | Reference: vault + delivery hybrid. Higher premiums. KYC required to ship out. |
| 3 | Silver Bullion SG | Yes | No | Account required | Singapore-strong + vaulting | Vaulting model. Strong silver inventory. KYC required. |
| 4 | Vaultoro | Yes | No | KYC required | Vault only (no physical delivery) | Crypto-native vault. No physical shipment. |
The vaulting vs delivery split
Bullion Star, Silver Bullion SG, and Vaultoro all share a hybrid model: you can either take delivery or store in their vault. Vaulting reduces shipping cost but introduces counterparty risk — your bullion sits on their balance sheet until you withdraw.
Ounceo is delivery-only. We never custody customer metal. The bullion is shipped to your address at order completion, and we have no further claim.
When Bullion Star wins
- You want a Singapore-based vault (great tax position via IPM exemption).
- You want to allocate value across many small bars without paying per-bar shipping.
- You're comfortable with KYC + the vault counterparty model.
When we win
- You want the metal in your hand or at your chosen address.
- You want to pay in Monero.
- You want no-KYC under $5,000 per order.
Frequently asked questions
Why look for a Bullion Star alternative?+
Bullion Star is a strong Singapore-based dealer with vaulting and delivery options, but they require full KYC to ship metal out of the vault. Buyers who want to take immediate physical delivery without identity verification under threshold need a different dealer.
Is Bullion Star's vaulting model the same as buying delivered bullion?+
No. Vaulted bullion is held in the dealer's custody; you have a claim, not the bar in your hand. Counterparty risk applies. Ounceo only delivers — no vaulting, no custody, no claim risk.
Sources
- LBMA Good Delivery refiner list
- LBMA precious metals prices
- FATF Recommendation 22 (DNFBP)
- EU AMLD6 (Directive 2024/1640)
- EU VAT investment-gold exemption (Directive 2006/112/EC, Article 346)
- US FinCEN Form 8300 guidance
See also how Ounceo works end-to-end, our shipping and customs notes, the AML threshold policy, and the glossary.