MyStuff2 Pro vs Home Contents

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

1. [R2] MyStuff2 Pro 5/5 · US Personal touch: This app does what it claims and makes any collector’s life more manageable. But the person behind it puts it over the top. I used an earlier version of this app from 2015-18, and recently started using it again. On happenstance, I crashed the app and it generated an email to Rick, the developer, and he emailed me several times to walk me through upgrading to the newer version of t
2. [R3] MyStuff2 Pro 3/5 · US Simple features are overly complicated: I was excited to find the app, but adding items to a container takes three to four clicks per-item; and it will not let me scan and add duplicates - scanning a barcode of two of the same items to put into a single container throws a uniqueness constraint error saying I have to name them differently. So much for keeping track of how many widgets of the same t
3. [R4] MyStuff2 Pro 2/5 · US Bar code scanner is messed up!: It seems that every other update issued for this app results in the barcode scanner using my Ipad's camera becoming royally screwed up. It results in a disoriented camera that displays the image at a rotated 90 degrees from what it should be. It makes trying to center the barcode on the bluray/dvd case nearly impossible. In most cases, I just enter the barcode numbe
4. [R5] MyStuff2 Pro 5/5 · US Very useful: I started using this app on my iPhone years ago and revisited it occasionally to add more items, mostly craft supplies, to keep track of them more easily. Today I tried it on my MacBook for the first time, and to my surprise it was very easy! It even has a paste-from-clipboard function which is great for quick screenshots of my order. I will be adding more “stuff” not craft-supply rel
5. [R14] MyStuff2 Pro 4/5 · US Excellent app, but no global undo.: I recently auditioned over 20 database apps before landing on this one -- at least for now. It has the functionality I need and the freedom to manipulate information that I'm looking for in home and small business management. The UI is smooth and intuitive, once you've spent some time with it. There's hardly anything in the way of videos or a manual. That said,
6. [R16] MyStuff2 Pro 1/5 · US Terrible UI, unusable: Whoever designed this app has to have zero training in UI design or usability. You open the app and there are no clear instructions, help button, or commonly recognizable icons. I’ve worked in UI design and we’re well past people building apps with such a terrible interface. Read a design book. Ask AI to improve your interface. I’m moving on to another app.
7. [R19] MyStuff2 Pro 1/5 · US Doesn’t work: Spent ten minutes trying to add a single item and the + button never appeared. None of the official FAQs helped either.
8. [R22] MyStuff2 Pro 2/5 · US Not user friendly: I purchased the pro version to prep for a PCS and it just didn’t deliver like I expected. It’s not user friendly at all, and there’s a lot of bugs that need to be fixed. The item description shows up twice on the title (example: ItemItem) which is super annoying. I’m completely unable to remove a barcode. And it’s just overall difficult to navigate. Save your money and just make
9. [R1] MyStuff2 Pro 1/5 · US Disabled Editing: I’ve used this app for ever and I used to love it. It’s so convenient and versatile, and can be easily configured to your needs. You can also add pictures to your items. I had no issues with it until the latest update which forces me to save to the cloud, which I don’t want or need to do. The app gives me no choice however, and has locked the editing function until I do. I am so
10. [R6] MyStuff2 Pro 3/5 · US Horrible iCloud syncing: This used to be a great app, but maybe iCloud doesn’t work with it anymore. Anytime I update info on device 1 and then open the app on device 2, the outdated information on 2 overwrites the information, and then when I open the app on device 1, all my work has been replaced. It’s fine if you only work with one device, but I don’t trust it at all on any more than that anymo
11. [R7] MyStuff2 Pro 1/5 · US Glitchy Crashy Mess: I’ve been using the app for years and for the last year the quality has gone down hill. It constantly refreshes to the top of the list when searching through your library, exits out of the search function mid typing, and now it has started freezing and crashing. If there is an alternative out there, use it. Library without access is no use to anyone.
12. [R8] MyStuff2 Pro 4/5 · US It was good…: I use to love this app. Even after the iCloud integration almost deleted my entire database before (glad I back up regularly) I have loved using this app. Until recently that it where the UI updated. The new update that pushed the Liquid Glass design has broken the app. I cannot make edits or copy entries to make new entries with similar data. This used to be the best database app on
13. [R9] MyStuff2 Pro 3/5 · US Entry Scan barcode: After scanning barcode why do I still have to enter information about the movie when it should already be captured and entered automatically. I expect better for a PRO version that I paid for, it would take me months to enter all that information of over 1,000 blu-ray and DVD.. seriously, this app needs some serious improvements.
14. [R13] MyStuff2 Pro 1/5 · US Just a money grab: I’ve used this app for years to track my personal library. When I first got it, I paid to upgrade to a pro version. Later upgrades tried to make me pay again, but I was able to sort that out with support. Now it’s asking me to pay 20 more dollars to upgrade to unlimited items, which I’m already supposed to have. Don’t waste your money or time.
15. [R18] MyStuff2 Pro 3/5 · US Not very easy to use: I can only give this 3 stars and only that reluctantly. Using the bar code reader, it only enters the title. I’ve used a similar db (which unfortunately was discontinued in the US) that entered all the other values like run time, genre, #of discs, director and a description, as well as all the types of formats it came in for that version, like 4K, bluray and digital for the c
16. [R56] MyStuff2 Pro 1/5 · US Awful: Title says it all. This app is an absolute WASTE OF TIME. Poor developer support. They charge you for tools the DO NOT work. $.99 here, $1.99 there….for nothing. Do not waste your time, you’ll end up regretting it.
17. [R11] MyStuff2 Pro 5/5 · US Took me a minute…: The naming convention was new to me. Once I got the UI (two modes, create and edit) and the names of the features I needed. Well I was still a bit lost. Two emails to support, and I was back on track. It is the combination of features and thoughtful help that deserves real praise.
18. [R17] MyStuff2 Pro 5/5 · US Best Database Program Out there!: I have used this programs to create various databases including home inventory and other collections. The developer has been amazing supporting the product over the years. Recently, I asked him a question regarding the summary average and lo and behold, he has updated the app with the latest upgrade to allow for Calculated Summary. Thank you Rick for your work,
19. [R28] MyStuff2 Pro 1/5 · US iCloud Sync doesn't work: I share a large databse with my wife and have her idenfied as being able to make changes to the database. Anything she does does not sync to the cloud and any changes I make don't make it to her devices no matter how long we wait. I reached out for support a few days ago and am still waiting for a reply. Time to look for another solution. The vendors need to understan
20. [R64] 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.
21. [R67] 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
22. [R72] 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. [R79] 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
24. [R33] MyStuff2 Pro 3/5 · GB How do I use it?: Now, I’m a techie, and I can see how to set up categories and pick lists etc but I’m blowed if I can figure out how to actually add items! Doesn’t seem very intuitive to me so far.
25. [R42] MyStuff2 Pro 1/5 · US Useless app: It doesn’t do anything. I can’t add an item. It’s worthless.
26. [R91] 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.
27. [R100] Home Contents 1/5 · US Only 25 pictures allowed: Terrible app. Allows a maximum of 25 pictures. Forget this app I’ll simply store the photos of my home contents on my phone.
28. [R111] Home Contents 3/5 · GB Limited free offering: Can only store up to 25 items in fee version. Like the functionality but not sure I’d pay £4.99 for all features.