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iCollect Everything vs iCollect Video Games

iCollect Everything 4.6★ · Free + IAP 45
Winner iCollect Video Games
iCollect Video Games 4.6★ · Free + IAP 50

iCollect Everything offers more comprehensive collection management for diverse items, but both apps suffer from significant pricing confusion and reliability issues, making iCollect Video Games a slightly less problematic choice if you only collect games.

Full reviews: iCollect Everything · iCollect Video Games

Both iCollect Everything and iCollect Video Games are designed for cataloging collections, offering barcode scanning and customization. However, both apps are plagued by confusing pricing, hidden paywalls, and recurring issues with data loss and app stability, with iCollect Everything having a broader scope but more pronounced problems.

Head to head

Features and Scope edge: iCollect EverythingR2R8R38R41
iCollect Everything iCollect Everything is praised for its ability to catalog a wide variety of items, from books and movies to action figures and sports cards, with users appreciating its custom categories and detailed information fields R2R8R38. The bulk scan feature is also highlighted as a time-saver for large collections R8R41.
iCollect Video Games iCollect Video Games is specifically designed for video game collections, offering barcode scanning and a wishlist feature . Users appreciate the ability to edit metadata and upload custom cover art . However, some users desire more advanced organization features like folders for different consoles or a total software count per platform .
Ease of Use tieR2R5R8R9
iCollect Everything Many users find iCollect Everything easy to use and navigate, especially for cataloging and adding items R5R38. The barcode scanning is generally effective for many items R2R8. However, some experience issues with the barcode reader not working or the app being clunky with design choices, such as selecting contacts for loans R9.
iCollect Video Games iCollect Video Games is generally considered easy to use, with its barcode scanning feature being a highlight for quick entry . Users appreciate the intuitive interface for adding games and managing wishlists . However, some users report issues with the 'add' button not working or the app restarting when switching to a browser for photos .
Reliability and Performance edge: iCollect Video GamesR3R16R19R21
iCollect Everything iCollect Everything has significant reliability issues. Users report the app being glitchy, not accessible, or failing to load inventory R3R21. There are frequent complaints about collections disappearing or being wiped R16R21R46, and the app becoming unusably slow with a large number of items R19R58. Server-based issues can also prevent app usage R24.
iCollect Video Games iCollect Video Games also struggles with reliability. Many users report their collections being deleted or wiped after updates or ownership changes . The app is described as slow, buggy, and prone to crashing, especially after updates . Some users also report issues with barcode scanning .
Price and Value tieR1R3R6R7
iCollect Everything iCollect Everything is heavily criticized for its pricing model, which many users describe as a 'bait and switch' R1R7. It's advertised as free but imposes strict limits (15-30 items) before requiring payment R6R7R12R13. Users report multiple paywalls, including separate fees for 'lifetime', 'Pro', and 'AI scans', leading to costs of $99, $100, or more R1R15R37. Many feel it's overpriced for its functionality and glitches R3R15R37.
iCollect Video Games iCollect Video Games also faces strong criticism for its pricing. It's advertised as free but has a strict limit of 15 games before a $30 paywall R63R64R67R70. Users find this 'hidden fee' outrageous and misleading for a basic collection app R64R67. Some older users who paid for previous versions are frustrated by new paywalls R70. There are also mentions of smaller IAPs like $5.99 for certain features .
Customer Support tieR14R16R21R24
iCollect Everything Customer support for iCollect Everything receives mixed reviews. Some users report quick, concise, and clear responses from developers R14. However, many others complain about zero customer service, unresponsiveness, or lack of replies to issues R16R21R24. There are also complaints about price hike scare tactics via email .
iCollect Video Games Customer support for iCollect Video Games is also mixed. Some users report that problems they've had over the years were fixed after emailing the company . However, others complain about a lack of feedback despite multiple emails . There are also reports of no notice given when collections were deleted during app transitions .
Pick iCollect Everything if

Pick iCollect Everything if you have a very diverse collection spanning multiple categories like books, movies, action figures, and cards, and you prioritize a single app solution for all your items R38. It's also suitable if you need extensive customization options for different collection types .

Pick iCollect Video Games if

Pick iCollect Video Games if you exclusively collect video games and are looking for a dedicated app with barcode scanning and wishlist features . It might be a slightly better choice if you are wary of the more complex and expensive multi-tiered pricing structure of iCollect Everything.

Evidence note: Both apps have a strong negative skew in recent reviews, primarily due to confusing pricing models, hidden paywalls after a small number of free entries, and significant issues with data loss and app stability. The lifetime ratings are high, but recent experiences suggest a decline in user satisfaction, especially regarding reliability and pricing transparency. The free-vs-paid asymmetry is very pronounced, with many negative reviews stemming from users hitting unexpected paywalls after limited free usage.

Frequently asked

What is the free limit for iCollect Everything?
iCollect Everything allows users to add a very limited number of items, typically 15 to 30, before requiring a paid subscription or one-time purchase to continue adding to their collection R6R7R12R13.
How much does iCollect Everything cost?
iCollect Everything has a complex and often confusing pricing structure, with users reporting costs ranging from $30 for basic unlimited access to $99 for a 'lifetime' subscription, and additional 'Pro' upgrades for another $99, or yearly fees for 'AI scans' R1R7R15R37.
Does iCollect Video Games have a free trial or limit?
Yes, iCollect Video Games is advertised as free but has a strict limit of 15 games that can be added before a $30 one-time payment is required to continue cataloging R63R64R67R70.
Do these apps lose user data?
Both iCollect Everything and iCollect Video Games have significant issues with users reporting their collections disappearing, being wiped, or not loading, especially after updates or changes in app ownership R16R21R46R58.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R2] iCollect Everything 5/5 · US Great for organizing my action figure collection: I love the ease of the barcode scanning system as well the built value estimates provided by the app. I’m really excited to get a handle on my collection and this app checks all the boxes.
  2. [R8] iCollect Everything 5/5 · US Excellent to book keep: I got the app because I was ordering movies I already had. iCollect makes me keep an inventory of my movies and books. Their scan functionality is a great feature which allows me to scan multiple items in one streak! Love the app. Highly recommended if you have a large collection :)
  3. [R38] iCollect Everything 5/5 · US Great app: Very easy to use. I can tailor things to the way I want to see them. And it can keep an inventory on pretty much everything. It has a lot of preset categories from books and movies to action figures (I use for Funko) to sports cards. If you find something not listed you can create your own category.
  4. [R41] iCollect Everything 5/5 · US Exactly what I wanted - almost: iCollect is exactly what I needed to catalog my anime/video collection, the bulk scan feature made adding my collection much simpler, and quicker. My only suggestions are: 1) I wish it stored the database on my iCloud account instead of the iCollect servers. 2) it would be nice to be able to duplicate the default collections - I would like to be able to duplicate
  5. [R5] iCollect Everything 5/5 · US I collect seems to work very well: First time user and so far it seems to work well. Easy to catalog open items. Easy to add to a list.
  6. [R9] iCollect Everything 3/5 · US Good But Needs More Attention: This works ok. Given the 1-time cost and all it tries to do across platforms it stands out. But there are a lot of design choices that make it clunky. When loaning out to someone it really punishes when trying to select someone from your contact list and you have a lot of contacts. Should be able to favorite people and search. Also, basic search doesn’t work at all t
  7. [R3] iCollect Everything 3/5 · US I like the format and functions but expensive and glitchy: I like the format and functions which is why I pay for it, however for an expensive paid app, it has been way too glitchy, many times not accessible when I need it, won’t load my inventory without any notification of an update or whatever. I expect better from something that costs this much.
  8. [R16] iCollect Everything 1/5 · US ZERO Customer Service: They take your money, then upgrade in a year and your old version is no good. And half your collection just disappears without earning or explanation. If you are smart enough to export a backup, great, but it can only be added by them and they never respond.
  9. [R19] iCollect Everything 1/5 · US App unusably slow to load if you add “too many” items, like 1000: …So in other words, it’s not fit for purpose. Developer claims 1400 movies is too many for their app to handle on older hardware, ~10 second delay is to be expected. Save your money.
  10. [R21] iCollect Everything 3/5 · US Used to be great: I have the paid version. In the beginning, all was great. Support was responsive and things worked, and worked well. Now, I have constant loading issues, my collections disappear or won’t load for several days at a time, I can’t switch between collections without freezing and crashing, and support does not respond. If you’re looking for a good collection app, it may be best to lo
  11. [R1] 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
  12. [R6] iCollect Everything 3/5 · US LIMITED: not a bad app overall but unfortunately it’s not really free. It only gives you about 30 scans before it makes you pay for “unlimited access” and of course the subscriptions range from $40 to $100.
  13. [R7] iCollect Everything 1/5 · US Mehhh: I was looking for an app to keep track of my Black Series figures and Funko pop collection and this app was in all of my google searches labeled as FREE. Which it is NOT. you only get 15 scans until you have to buy a membership or upgrade. The price isn’t even reasonable. The cheap option is like $30. I’m sorry, I’m not paying $30 for something I can do in my Notes app. The pricing o
  14. [R14] 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!
  15. [R24] iCollect Everything 3/5 · US Best, when it works: Strong app that makes inventory easy. Rich media support. The issue is it’s all server based and when their servers are down, you can’t use the app whatsoever. I fear that with all this time and effort I’ve put into catalog in my collections if their servers go down permanently, it’s all for not Tech-support used to be very responsive, but the last couple times I’ve had issue
  16. [R12] iCollect Everything 3/5 · US Good but… not actually free: Looks like a free app, has really good customization- but you can only do up to 15 of an item before you have to pay :(
  17. [R13] iCollect Everything 1/5 · US 30 Movie Limit: It needs to be made abundantly clear that you cannot add more than 30 movies to a collection. I would not have downloaded this app had I known that. After 30 movies, you have to pay to add any more items. I personally think a 30 item limit for a collection app called "I Collect Everything" is absurd.
  18. [R15] iCollect Everything 3/5 · US OK but overpriced for what it does: Bought “Unlimited All” to track/organize ornaments in bulk and maybe other things down the road. The functionality is fine 70% of the time but now the constant nagging notifications to upgrade to “Pro” which is an additional yearly fee?!? Come on… I had to disable notifications. So it’s just OK for me. Maybe if you’re a hardcore collector of many things $60 +
  19. [R37] iCollect Everything 2/5 · US Pro App vs Unlimited LAME do not buy: So I already paid $59 for this app to open more items. Every once in a while a pop up happens with a sale. $79 “not a subscription” does less than the $59 I spent. Misleading and lame. Apple denied refund. So now this App still does nothing after $130 of purchase. Still not “pro” and totally lame and worthless extras. Pay for something else. Don’t download thi
  20. [R63] 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
  21. [R64] 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
  22. [R67] 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!
  23. [R70] 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?
  24. [R46] iCollect Everything 1/5 · US Everything’s gone: Put in about 400 items 2 days ago now it’s all gone. Glad I paid 70 dollars for the unlimited plan. Guess that means I will be rescanning my collection unlimited times. They suggest you sign up for a cloud backup in case you switch devices. They should tell you to sign up for cloud backup if you don’t switch devices. And yes I went through the FAQ and did all the suggestions to
  25. [R58] iCollect Everything 2/5 · US 9.7.8 update ruins the app: Updated the app and now it’s either so slow I get bored waiting for it to show me my stuff, or it never loads at all. Also, it’s apparent the devs want to squeeze every last dime out of you, even after you upgrade your account. I can only store 4 images now, if I want more I have to upgrade yet again. I used to really love this app but the writing is on the wall. It’

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