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Head-to-head

iCollect Video Games vs GAMEYE

iCollect Video Games 4.6★ · Free + IAP 60
Winner GAMEYE
GAMEYE 4.8★ · Free + IAP 75

GAMEYE is the better choice for most users due to its robust free features and collection valuation, despite some stability issues, while iCollect Video Games is hampered by its restrictive paywall and data loss complaints.

Full reviews: iCollect Video Games · GAMEYE

GAMEYE offers extensive free features like barcode scanning, collection valuation, and wishlist management, though some users report freezing and data sync issues. iCollect Video Games provides similar cataloging tools but is heavily criticized for its strict 15-game limit before a $30 paywall and frequent reports of lost data after updates.

Head to head

Features edge: GAMEYER2R6R8R9
iCollect Video Games iCollect Video Games offers barcode scanning, wishlist functionality, and customization for game entries, including custom cover art R2R8R21. Users appreciate the ability to edit various entries and the large database R14R21. However, some users desire more organization options like folders or sorting by console R6 and complain about missing cover art or information after updates R9.
GAMEYE GAMEYE provides barcode scanning, collection valuation, and integration with HowLongToBeat R62. Users value the ability to track CIB (complete in box) and loose copies, and the tagging system . Many praise the extensive database and the feature to move items from wishlist to collection R62. However, some report missing games, inaccurate database entries with homebrew titles, and issues with non-US barcodes or regional game differentiation .
Ease of Use tieR1R2R14R20
iCollect Video Games Users find iCollect Video Games generally easy and intuitive to use, with a good layout and barcode scanning R2R32R35. However, some report issues with the 'add' button not working R1, slow loading R37, and the app restarting when switching to a browser for photos R20. The interface is described as bare bones by some R14.
GAMEYE GAMEYE is described as easy to navigate and use, with a simple barcode scan-and-go process R62. However, many users report frequent freezing, crashing, and unresponsiveness, making it difficult to add games . Some also find the search option ineffective .
Reliability tieR9R21R28R31
iCollect Video Games iCollect Video Games has significant reliability issues, with numerous reports of entire collections being deleted after updates or ownership changes R28R31R37R43. Users also experience bugs like lost cover art, missing info, settings reverting, and incorrect console identification for scanned games R9R21. Some report the app being slow or unresponsive R37.
GAMEYE GAMEYE users also report reliability problems, with collections disappearing after adding hundreds or thousands of entries . Frequent freezing and crashing are common complaints, sometimes rendering the app unusable . Some users experience a persistent syncing pop-up or issues with price charting links after updates .
Price/Value edge: GAMEYER3R4R7R10
iCollect Video Games iCollect Video Games is widely criticized for its pricing model. It's advertised as free but imposes a strict 15-game limit, after which users are hit with a $30 paywall for unlimited use R3R4R7R13. Some users who previously paid for an older version or related apps feel ripped off when asked to pay again R10R25. There are also mentions of smaller IAPs like $5.99 or $9.99 for certain features or monthly subscriptions R21.
GAMEYE GAMEYE is praised for being free and not requiring a subscription, with users appreciating the value provided without cost R62. While it offers an export option, the lack of a login or import feature means collections are not easily transferable between devices, which some users find frustrating R61R82R84R90.
Support tieR5R25R31R50
iCollect Video Games Some long-time iCollect Video Games users report that problems they've had over the years were fixed after emailing support R5. However, other users complain about a lack of feedback from the company after emailing them multiple times about deleted games R50. Users also express frustration about not receiving notice when their collections were deleted during app transitions or ownership changes R25R31.
GAMEYE GAMEYE users report that contacting support is difficult without signing up for social media . The developer replies to some negative reviews, sometimes with a defensive tone . There are claims of fixes being implemented, but some users experience delays in seeing those changes reflected .
Pick iCollect Video Games if

You have a small collection (under 15 games) and don't mind the $30 one-time fee for larger collections, or if you've had good experiences with their support in the past R5.

Pick GAMEYE if

You want a free app with robust features like collection valuation and barcode scanning for a large collection R62, and are willing to tolerate occasional freezing or the lack of cloud sync between devices R82.

Evidence note: Recent reviews for iCollect Video Games are heavily skewed negative due to the paywall and data loss issues, which contrasts with its higher lifetime rating. GAMEYE's negative reviews frequently mention stability issues, which could impact its overall user experience despite its strong feature set.

Frequently asked

Does iCollect Video Games have a free version?
Yes, iCollect Video Games has a free version, but it limits users to cataloging only 15 games before requiring a $30 payment to add more R3R4R7R13.
Can I sync my collection between devices with GAMEYE?
GAMEYE does not currently offer cloud sync or an account login feature, meaning collections are not easily transferable between different iOS devices or between mobile and web R61R82R84R90.
Do these apps support barcode scanning for games?
Both iCollect Video Games and GAMEYE offer barcode scanning to add games to your collection R2R32R35R62. However, GAMEYE users report issues with scanning non-US or older retro game barcodes .
Have users reported losing their game collections in either app?
Yes, users of both apps have reported losing their game collections; iCollect Video Games users frequently cite data loss after updates or ownership changes R28R31R37R43, while GAMEYE users have also experienced collections disappearing after adding many entries .

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] iCollect Video Games 5/5 · US Super good: It scan it and then it Get connected, but you can also search it
  2. [R6] iCollect Video Games 3/5 · US FOLDERS: I really liked the app but I think it should have an option to separate the games into different folders, sega genesis with sega genesis, Nintendo with nintendo and not all games together in just one list.
  3. [R8] iCollect Video Games 5/5 · US Great tool to keep track of my games: Works great. I especially love the wishlist and searching for games is super easy. Keep up the great work!
  4. [R9] iCollect Video Games 3/5 · US Old version was better: Since the new version, I’ve lost most of the cover art pictures. And other info is gone. Now I have to spend hours fixing everything that was perfect before it was changed to this new company. My wanted list is missing all the info but the title.
  5. [R1] iCollect Video Games 2/5 · US “Add” button not working.: I like this app. I’ve been using it for years. I just got a new collection of games so I thought I would add them to the app and update my existing collection, but I can’t because the “+” button at the top left isn’t working.
  6. [R14] iCollect Video Games 4/5 · US Create a ‘Beauty Products Collection’ app next!: What makes this app great is the freedom users have to edit the various entries for each section…however, the only thing missing is a more polished and professional background. It’s pretty bare bones currently, as though anyone could’ve created it by going to one of those generic ‘create your own form’ websites and selecting the default option for
  7. [R20] iCollect Video Games 5/5 · US Great 👌: But When I fill out the form incompletely and go to the browser to search for a photo, When I return, the software is restarted and I have to fill out the form again.
  8. [R21] iCollect Video Games 3/5 · US Has Great Potential - Quite Buggy: Love the layout and the bookshelf appearance. Really is a nice touch. A+ for the huge database, barcode scan, metadata editing, etc. Lots of customization for each title which is great if you collect rare limited and special editions of your favorite games. Uploading custom cover art is MUCH APPRECIATED. However, after paying $5.99, it does have more bugs than I
  9. [R28] iCollect Video Games 1/5 · US Not worth my time: I added my whole collection to this app. Tracking it was nice. I could scan a barcode or do it manually when I got a new game. Well logged in today and 90% of my collection isn’t showing up 🤷‍♂️ uhh what the heck. Well I’m not adding it all back in. That would take hours. Guess I’ll find a new app
  10. [R31] iCollect Video Games 1/5 · US They Deleted my Collection: They moved to this app and Deleted my SortiApps Collection without providing any notice. They had my email address. Why not email me to let me know?
  11. [R3] iCollect Video Games 3/5 · US Nice limited experience, too expensive for me.: So I download this app and in the description it states: large collections require a fee to make unlimited. So large collections are 16 games? If I only had 15 games, I think I could remember them all. Disappointed to start scanning in my collection to find out it’s $30. My 5 minute brief experience, I like the app. But $30 is personally too s
  12. [R4] iCollect Video Games 1/5 · US $30 Payment Required: I was eager to start cataloging which video games I owned, and scanning the bar codes on the back made it seem so easy… that is, until you try to add a 16th game into the app. Then you are hit with a $30 paywall with no alternative. Such a disappointment. I really wish the App Store wouldn’t allow apps like this to even be considered “free” because it isn’t, it’s thirty dolla
  13. [R7] iCollect Video Games 2/5 · US Hidden Fee: Amazing app except for the fact that there was no warning of a 15 game limit. $30 is outrageous!
  14. [R10] iCollect Video Games 1/5 · US I bought it: I bought this app years ago.. just now started using it again and it told me I can only upload 15 games then wants me to pay $29.99 I bought this app years ago for $10… bid I just lose my money or what?
  15. [R5] iCollect Video Games 5/5 · US Have used for over 10 years.: I have thousands of titles that I wouldn’t be able to keep track of otherwise. I own the Games, Movies, and Books collections of the app. The few problems I’ve had over the years have all been fixed after sending them an email.
  16. [R25] iCollect Video Games 1/5 · US Why not allow me to transfer my collection from Collectors???: I would consider purchasing (even though I Purchased Full access from the app they cancelled) but only if I could transfer the collection I put in in over several years. It’s really short sited to expect me to spend hours re entering stuff I already put into your previous app. I never received any notice and I’m certain they have my
  17. [R50] iCollect Video Games 4/5 · US Sort it! Video game app: This is a great app when it works. This app has deleted hundreds of games on 4 different times. Wasted hundreds of hours inputting data. I have emailed company over a dozen times...NO FEEDBACK! If you have only a few games. Go ahead and use. Serious game collection collectors beware. John H
  18. [R13] iCollect Video Games 1/5 · US Always a subscription: You can only store 15 games and then they want you to buy more space…..
  19. [R61] GAMEYE 1/5 · US Can’t sync with website: The app works great, but the fact that you can’t log in with an account you made on the website means you can’t sync your library across both mobile and computer.
  20. [R82] GAMEYE 2/5 · US Was Perfect Until….: So I downloaded this on a whim. It was great better than great it was almost perfect, with the barcode scan and go, until I downloaded it on my ipad to continue adding on from there only to realize its not transferable. Theres an export option but no import. No account to log into so you cant go from iphone to ipad to pc if you wanted to. So basically if I was to lose my iphon
  21. [R84] GAMEYE 3/5 · US Great app but impossible to restore to new phone: Love the app easy way to organize. Would love an easier way to restore the collection to a new phone or device
  22. [R90] GAMEYE 3/5 · US Good so far but one important thing: Does anyone know, or perhaps the developer could reply. Can you export your list between two different iOS devices? For example if I do all the work on my iPad can I get all of those games listed on my iPhone as well without having to do all of the work all over again?
  23. [R32] iCollect Video Games 5/5 · US Great organizer: Great app! It’s been organizing my games list very well. Love the barcode scanning features
  24. [R35] iCollect Video Games 5/5 · US A nice app for managing my collection.: I personally quite like this app. The barcode scanner has been working well for me, which makes it easy to scan games into my personal database quickly. Works well enough for my purposes, and I think it’s easy and intuitive to use.
  25. [R62] GAMEYE 5/5 · US Great App for Video Game Collectors.: I NEVER leave reviews on anything….but this…this caught my attention. Having a database for your game collection and estimated worth is such a nice such in the event you unfortunately had to sell some for your games. Easy to navigate and use is a ++. Linking HowLongToBeat for games is so freaking cool, I can go to the app and compare before I start a new game.
  26. [R37] iCollect Video Games 1/5 · US Well, I guess it is time to try something new: I’ve had the app for several years with only a few minor issues (slow to load list, etc). Yesterday I opened it and found my list of 1800+ games gone. Wishlist still there, but my entire collection is just…gone.
  27. [R43] iCollect Video Games 1/5 · US Once awesome, now worthless: Used this app for YEARS to organize my collection and wishlist. After the update at the beginning of the year, my collection got wiped, requested money to add more games, and ran so slow it was practically worthless to use. For what was once free and almost perfect, it’s a shame that it’s now as bad as it is. Better off using an excel sheet.

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