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Home Contents vs iCollect Everything

Home Contents 4.7★ · Free to download 75
Winner Home Contents
iCollect Everything 4.6★ · Free + IAP 60

For general home inventory and insurance purposes, Home Contents is the better choice due to its simpler pricing and focus, while iCollect Everything is better for dedicated collectors willing to pay for extensive features.

Full reviews: Home Contents · iCollect Everything

Home Contents is a user-friendly app for general home inventory, praised for its simplicity and one-time purchase, though it has limitations in collaboration and advanced organization. iCollect Everything caters to serious collectors with extensive features and barcode scanning, but faces criticism for its complex, expensive pricing model and performance issues.

Head to head

Features & Specialization tieR2R5R9R17
Home Contents Home Contents is designed specifically for home inventory, helping users catalog items for insurance and organization R2R17. Users appreciate its ability to add photos, values, and locations R17. However, it lacks advanced features like sub-locations , the ability to add receipts , and a desktop version R2R9R20. Some users also desire QR code support R5 or the ability to tag items for moving .
iCollect Everything iCollect Everything is built for diverse collections (movies, books, action figures, cards, LEGO) with specialized categories and barcode scanning . It offers value estimates and detailed information fields . However, users report issues with barcode scanner accuracy R112 and the value estimates being inaccurate . Some features like 'AI scans' are behind additional paywalls .
Ease of Use edge: Home ContentsR8R11R17R19
Home Contents Many users find Home Contents easy to use for cataloging items with photos and details R8R11R17. The interface is described as simple and user-friendly R8R11. However, some users struggle with the interface, finding it confusing R22 or reporting issues with adding items, especially if sync is enabled R19R37. There are also complaints about tiny thumbnails and the inability to rename or delete categories .
iCollect Everything iCollect Everything is generally considered easy to use for cataloging once understood, particularly with its barcode scanning . Users appreciate the simple design and customization options . However, some find the menu structure takes getting used to and the interface can be clunky . Recent updates have also led to complaints about a 'dumbed down' interface and difficulty with basic functions .
Reliability & Sync tieR7R19R30R37
Home Contents Home Contents has significant issues with syncing and data loss. Users report items disappearing R19R37, data not transferring between devices , and a lack of reliable cloud backup R7. Some users found workarounds by disabling sync R19, but this defeats core functionality. There are also reports of poor camera performance R30 and the app crashing .
iCollect Everything iCollect Everything also suffers from reliability issues, particularly with loading and data access. Users frequently report the app being slow to load , collections disappearing , and freezing or crashing . These issues are often linked to server-based data storage, making the app unusable when servers are down . Some users have lost hundreds of items .
Price & Value edge: Home ContentsR5R6R10R20
Home Contents Home Contents offers a free download with a 25-item limit R31. The full version is available via a one-time purchase, which many users find reasonable and prefer over subscriptions R5R20R60. However, some users feel the $5.99 price tag is too high given the app's limitations or missing features R6R46. There was also a report of an unauthorized charge R10.
iCollect Everything iCollect Everything has a complex and often criticized pricing model. It's free to download but severely limited (15-30 items/scans) . Unlocking features requires multiple, often expensive, purchases: 'lifetime' for everything ($99) R61, then an additional 'Pro' upgrade (another $99 or yearly fee) R61R112. Users feel it's overpriced , misleading R112, and that legacy users are being fleeced with new paywalls .
Support & Development tieR6R22R25R74
Home Contents Support for Home Contents appears limited. One user mentioned contacting the developer about subcategories but was unsatisfied with the response R6. There's no clear contact for support or tutorials within the app, leading to frustration R22R25.
iCollect Everything iCollect Everything's support has declined. Early users reported quick and concise responses R74, but recent reviews indicate a lack of response to issues . Users also complain about aggressive price hike notifications and updates breaking the app or changing the interface negatively .
Pick Home Contents if

You need a straightforward, one-time purchase app for general home inventory and insurance purposes, prioritizing ease of adding items and local data storage over advanced organizational features or multi-user collaboration R17R20.

Pick iCollect Everything if

You are a serious collector with diverse collections (movies, books, action figures, etc.) and are willing to invest in a complex, multi-tiered pricing model for extensive cataloging features, barcode scanning, and detailed information fields .

Evidence note: Reviews for iCollect Everything are heavily skewed towards negative feedback regarding its pricing model and recent performance issues, despite a high lifetime rating. Many positive reviews are older or from users who purchased before recent price changes. Home Contents has a smaller review base, but its issues are consistently reported.

Frequently asked

What are the main pricing differences between Home Contents and iCollect Everything?
Home Contents is free to download but limits you to 25 items; a one-time purchase (around $5.99) unlocks full features R31R46R60. iCollect Everything is free to download but limits you to 15-30 items or scans; unlocking full features requires multiple, expensive purchases, including 'lifetime' for $99 and an additional 'Pro' upgrade for another $99 or a yearly fee R61.
Do either of these apps support multi-user or family sharing?
No, Home Contents does not support multiple users or family sharing as it only syncs with one Apple ID R4R12. iCollect Everything's reviews do not explicitly mention multi-user support, but its server-based nature and individual account issues suggest it's primarily single-user focused.
Can I access my inventory on a desktop computer with either app?
Home Contents does not have a desktop version or website R2R9R20. iCollect Everything's reviews indicate that accessing or setting up sorts on a PC requires an additional, separate yearly fee R112.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] Home Contents 5/5 · US Love it - just one downside: I love the app - it’s a game changer. Only thing I wish was different is that there was a desktop version or website you could login through. When you have a lot to upload, it sucks having to do it from your phone. But that’s not a big deal, just a personal preference so I would 100% still give it 5 stars!
  2. [R5] Home Contents 4/5 · US Almost perfect: I’ve been trying to find a solid inventory/belongings app that supports QR codes (for labels), doesn’t require a user account, a monthly subscription, or cloud storage: this app checks all but one of these and I’d be more than happy to pay the quite reasonable one-time fee to unlock full use if QR scab and print support was included. Developer: please, if possible, add this feature
  3. [R9] Home Contents 3/5 · US MacOS App?: At first I thought that this was the solution I’ve been looking for until I realized there’s no companion app for MacOS. Not even a ported in version from iOS or iPadOS. Many people work from their Mac and use iOS as the companion app.
  4. [R17] Home Contents 5/5 · US Love this app!: Let’s face it, creating a home inventory is a lot of effort, but this app makes it so much easier. Open a drawer, snap a photo, list the contents and value. Open a cabinet, snap, list. Lather, rinse, repeat. Once the initial inventory is complete, it’s a snap to keep it updated. Oh, and did I mention how I can now find every single thing in my house? Every. Single. Thing! Best
  5. [R8] Home Contents 5/5 · US Terracotta: Excellent all round app for home inventory. Simple to use but very useful!
  6. [R11] Home Contents 5/5 · US Simple and powerful: I really like this app. I struggle with object permanence so to have my belongings catalogued in one user-friendly, robust, and convenient app is a godsend. I upgraded to premium immediately not just to remove the ads but bc it only seemed fair to pay the developer for something that I use so much.
  7. [R19] Home Contents 1/5 · US Won’t save items if sync enabled: I’ve added several items with photos and descriptions, put them in a category and location, and they simply disappear after a few minutes. This app used to work correctly when I downloaded it two years ago. The workaround seems to be that you can disable all sync functions between iCloud or other devices running the app. Since I’ve done that, it stopped wiping ou
  8. [R7] Home Contents 1/5 · US Great concept, easy to use, fatal flaw: I welcomed this app and bragged about it to my husband while boxing up our home. The categories, the ease of photography and boxes, and inventory. It was great. Flash forward a few years, we discovered our storage was broken into. At least I had it inventoried, right? No. I had assumed that Home Contents operated like ScannerPro and uploaded and backed up an
  9. [R30] Home Contents 3/5 · US Nice, but poor camera performance with iPhone: It works OK but the camera performance is poor. No autofocus. Also why can’t I paste text in the fields?
  10. [R37] Home Contents 1/5 · US Just installed: Installed on Xs and entered 6 properties with locations and categories then started entering data and almost all info I entered disappeared? Not going well from the start
  11. [R6] Home Contents 3/5 · US Meh: Not detailed enough. I asked the developer about subcategories and he responded with something about not wanting people to record every paperclip they own. Maybe I expected too much for the $5.99 price tag. I just want to be able to record items that are in boxes in various storage places rather that searching the entire room for an item I use once a year.
  12. [R10] Home Contents 1/5 · US Scam!: This company charged my credit card without any authorization from me! Fraud big time!
  13. [R20] Home Contents 4/5 · US Fantastic: Honestly my only qualm with this app is that it doesn’t have an android or desktop equivalent. Other than that this app of perfect in my opinion. I love the one time fee instead of having to subscribe as someone on the low income side.
  14. [R22] Home Contents 1/5 · US ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA HOW TO ADD OR MANAGE: Do you really think no one needs any “how-to” info??? DELETED!
  15. [R25] Home Contents 1/5 · US No help,: Trying use this app I scan a barcode and get NOTHING. So how am I suppose to find the value of the item? There is only a short a& section and no tutorial. Also, no one to contact for support. Wasted my money
  16. [R74] iCollect Everything 5/5 · US Exceptional: My husband has an extensive book collection, built over 50+ years. This app is making it easy to catalogue/rate/track his books. We had a few little glitches in the beginning but the response from the developers was quick, concise and clear, enabling us to quickly get back on track. Thanks for developing such a useful tool!
  17. [R31] Home Contents 1/5 · US 25 Item Limit???: Haha! I have more than 25 items in just one kitchen cabinet. I downloaded this app to help with a full home inventory. The app is free to download, however, you are limited to 25 items, unless you pay. Just charge for the app, instead of wasting people’s time! Installed and deleted within minutes. I’ll be using Google Drive for my home inventory.
  18. [R46] Home Contents 2/5 · GB Looks okay but…: Trying to find a decent inventory app. This looks quite good but why do I have to pay £8.99 for ‘most’ features and an extra £1.99 to remove branding. Then I see one review mentioning that in the last version features were removed and then re-added at an extra charge. Starts to worry me. I’ve bought too many apps that cost a lot and then flip to subscription and rip me off. I’ll k
  19. [R60] Home Contents 5/5 · US Easy to use…: I was able to add my whole collection in a few hours & will be working on adding the rest of our things in the house to it as well. Worth the 5.99 one time charge
  20. [R61] iCollect Everything 1/5 · US Bait n switch: I have a very extensive collection of die cast , action figures . Sports card , Pokémon cards etc. so I decided to try this app right off the bat you have to pick your subscription level.. I chose lifetime since it was for everything 99$. Then comes the upgrade to pro to unlock all the special features .. another 99$ I passed on that one n glad I did. On the action figures it was s
  21. [R4] Home Contents 1/5 · US Not for multiple users: It does not work with a spouse or family as it only syncs with 1 Apple ID. Allow it to sync with other devices for family members or use a different sync service that allows this basic functionality.
  22. [R12] Home Contents 3/5 · US Great but missing one thing!: Would be 5 stars but can’t collaborate with spouse on our home inventory. It’s limited to one Apple account Bummer…
  23. [R112] iCollect Everything 2/5 · US Expensive and misleading: What a ripoff! The basic access is lame: can’t create different sort or filters so you just get one giant list by player name (baseball cards). So I get an offer for “unlimited” for $50, which I took to mean unlimited access. Nope. Still can’t sort AND can’t access to set up sorts on my PC as that’s ANOTHER $80 PER YEAR. I want my money back. Also, scan feature is very

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store