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10 Best Collection Tracking Apps of 2026

Statlyst data desk · updated November 12, 2026 · next review December 27, 2026

Discogs is the best collection database in 2026 for most collectors of vinyl, CDs and cassettes, because cataloging is free and runs on what its app calls the world's largest discography of physical music. Libib is the best free catalog for mixed collections of books, games, movies and music, holding up to 5,000 items on its Basic plan, while Collectr suits trading card collectors and CLZ Games suits game collectors who want daily values for $1.99 a month. Collectors of many item types should pick iCollect Everything; all prices were checked on vendor pages and the US App Store as of November 2026.

Market data

#ProductFeatures (35%)Adoption and reviews (35%)Value (30%)OverallUsers or customersFrom
1Discogs8.89.69.89.467K ratings (2026)Free
2Collectr8.69.48.48.810M+ (2026)$7.99
3Libib8.48.89.48.8800,000 (2026)$9
4CollX8.69.27.88.651K ratings (2026)$9.99
5GAMEYE8.47.89.68.62.7K ratings (2026)Free
6iCollect Everything9.28.87.68.614K ratings (2026)$49.99
7CLZ Music9.48.08.08.51.4K ratings (2026)$1.99
8CLZ Games9.28.08.08.41.6K ratings (2026)$1.99
9MusicBuddy8.07.69.28.21.1K ratings (2026)$9.99
10Memento Database8.66.88.27.9333 ratings (2026)$8

Adoption figures come from company filings, official releases or independent surveys, linked in each entry. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run hands-on tests. Scoring method

This list is for collectors who want an app or database to catalog records, video games, trading cards and other collections. Each app is scored on features (35%), adoption (35%) and value (30%). Adoption uses user or customer counts that companies publish, or US App Store rating counts where no other figure exists. Value reflects the free tier and what paid plans cost in US dollars. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not run our own tests. Specialist apps (Discogs, CLZ Music and MusicBuddy for music; GAMEYE and CLZ Games for games; Collectr and CollX for cards) know your items in detail, while general catalogs (Libib, iCollect Everything, Memento Database) hold many kinds of items in one place.

AssessmentDiscogs is the best collection database for music because it is free, huge and tied to a marketplace that shows what records sell for. Libib is the best free catalog for households with several media types, and iCollect Everything covers the widest range of collectibles with estimated values. Card collectors should use Collectr for TCGs or CollX for sports cards. Game collectors get a free tracker in GAMEYE or daily PriceCharting values in CLZ Games, and record collectors who want detailed personal fields should look at CLZ Music or the one-time MusicBuddy.

  1. 1

    Discogs

    9.4overall

    A free music catalog, collection tracker and marketplace built on what the app calls the world's largest discography of physical music.

    Best forVinyl, CD and cassette collectors who want a free catalog tied to a marketplace

    Adoption data

    67K ratingsDiscogs has 67K ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5 on the US App Store as of November 2026.

    Apple App Store, Discogs on the US App Store (2026): “4.8 out of 5 67K Ratings”

    Discogs ranks first because it gives record collectors the deepest music catalog and a collection tracker at no cost. The official app describes its source as the world's largest discography of physical music, so most pressings, reissues and cassette releases already have an entry. You add a record by scanning its barcode or searching artists and albums, then keep it in your Collection or Wantlist. The app shows a quick estimate of collection value and sends notifications when an album on your Wantlist is listed for sale, and the built-in marketplace lets you compare prices from thousands of sellers. With 67K ratings at 4.8 out of 5 on the US App Store, it has by far the largest rated user base among the music apps in this list. The limits are scope and detail: Discogs covers music only, the iOS app is for iPhone only, and collectors who log storage location, purchase store or custom fields will find more room in CLZ Music.

    Strengths

    • +Free to catalog, with no item limit stated in the app listing
    • +67K ratings at 4.8 out of 5 on the US App Store, the most of any music app here
    • +Collection value check uses the same release data the marketplace runs on

    Limitations

    • −Music only: no games, books or other collectibles
    • −The App Store listing says the app is only for iPhone, with no iPad version
    • −Fewer personal fields (location, purchase price) than CLZ Music

    SummaryDiscogs is the best choice for record collectors because it is free and pairs a huge release database with a collection value check. Collectors of games or mixed media should add Libib or iCollect Everything.

  2. 2

    Collectr

    8.8overall

    A portfolio tracker for trading card games and Funko that values raw, graded and sealed products.

    Best forPokemon, Magic and other TCG collectors who track collection value

    Adoption data

    10M+Collectr says 10M+ collectors use its app, on its website.

    Collectr, Collectr homepage (2026): “Join 10M+ collectors who finally know what their collection is worth.”

    Collectr is the strongest pick for trading card collectors who want to see their collection as a portfolio. The app values raw, graded and sealed products from what it calls a real-time database of 1,000,000+ products, across Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Lorcana, Flesh and Blood, Funko and other lines. You can track market trends, see the biggest gains and losses in your holdings, show values in many currencies and set price alerts. Collectr's website says 10M+ collectors use it, and the iPhone app holds 4.9 out of 5 from 70K ratings on the US App Store. It is free to start; Collectr PRO costs $7.99 a month or $59.99 a year on the App Store and adds unlimited card scanning, exclusive filters and data exports. The trade-off is scope. Collectr ignores records, books and video games, so mixed collectors will still need a general catalog.

    Strengths

    • +Collectr says it has 10M+ collectors
    • +4.9 out of 5 from 70K ratings on the US App Store
    • +Tracks many card games in one portfolio

    Limitations

    • −Built for trading cards and Funko, not records, books or video games
    • −Unlimited scanning and data export need PRO
    • −Value focus suits investors more than archivists who log condition notes

    SummaryCollectr is the best choice for trading card collectors because it values raw, graded and sealed cards across many games in one portfolio. It does not cover records or video games.

  3. 3

    Libib

    8.8overall

    A cloud catalog for books, board games, movies, music and video games with a free plan for home libraries.

    Best forHome collectors who want one free catalog for several media types

    Adoption data

    800,000Libib says it has over 800,000 customers on its homepage.

    Libib, Libib homepage (2026): “Over 800,000 Happy Customers”

    Libib is the best free catalog for collectors whose shelves hold more than one kind of media. Its iPhone and iPad app scans books, board games, movies, music and video games, and the website adds tagging, reviews, notes, imports and a published library page. The Basic plan is free for up to 5,000 items in up to 100 collections, with no credit card, no advertisements and a promise not to sell or share data. Pro costs $9 a month or $99 a year in US dollars and raises the limit to 100,000 items while adding lending, holds, patron records, batch editing and the ability to edit all field data. Libib says it has over 800,000 customers. What it lacks is pricing data: there are no automatic market values for records or games, so collectors who track what their shelves are worth will want Discogs, CLZ Games or iCollect Everything alongside it.

    Strengths

    • +Free plan with no advertisements, per Libib's pricing page
    • +Mixes several media types in one account
    • +Libib says it has over 800,000 customers

    Limitations

    • −Free plan cannot edit every field; full field editing needs Pro
    • −No built-in market value estimates for games or records
    • −App Store rating of 4.4 out of 5 is the lowest of the catalog apps here

    SummaryLibib is the best free choice for mixed home collections because Basic catalogs up to 5,000 items across books, games, movies and music. Collectors who need market values should pick a specialist app.

  4. 4

    CollX

    8.6overall

    A sports and trading card scanner that identifies cards, shows market value and runs a marketplace.

    Best forSports card collectors who want to scan, value and sell cards

    Adoption data

    51K ratingsCollX has 51K ratings averaging 4.6 out of 5 on the US App Store as of November 2026.

    Apple App Store, CollX: Sports Card Scanner on the US App Store (2026): “4.6 out of 5 51K Ratings”

    CollX is built for one question collectors ask about every card: what is it worth. Point the camera at a sports, TCG or non-sport card and its visual search matches it against a database of 20+ million cards, including graded cards, parallels and reprints, then shows an average market value drawn from millions of historical auction prices. Scanned cards go into a collection you can view as a grid, list or sets, with your overall portfolio value updating as prices move. The CollX marketplace lets you buy and sell inside the app, with tracked shipping from $0.75 and CollX Protect holding payment until cards arrive. It has 51K ratings at 4.6 out of 5 on the US App Store. The free app limits collection size; CollX Pro costs $9.99 a month or $99.99 a year and adds unlimited storage, a $10 monthly marketplace credit, CSV export and checklists. Outside cards, CollX does nothing.

    Strengths

    • +51K ratings at 4.6 out of 5 on the US App Store
    • +Covers sports, TCG and non-sport cards in one scanner
    • +Selling and shipping tools inside the same app

    Limitations

    • −Collection size is limited without Pro
    • −Pro at $9.99 a month is the priciest monthly plan here
    • −Cards only: no records, games or other collectibles

    SummaryCollX is the best choice for sports card collectors because its scanner matches against 20+ million cards and shows market value instantly. Large collections need Pro at $9.99 a month.

  5. 5

    GAMEYE

    8.6overall

    A free video game collection tracker covering games, consoles, accessories, guides and amiibo.

    Best forRetro and modern game collectors who want a free, private tracker

    Adoption data

    2.7K ratingsGAMEYE has 2.7K ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5 on the US App Store as of November 2026.

    Apple App Store, GAMEYE on the US App Store (2026): “4.8 out of 5 2.7K Ratings”

    GAMEYE is the best free tool for video game collectors. Its database covers nearly 200 platforms and more than 160,000 games with regional releases, images of the actual items, and even manuals and maps. Beyond games it tracks consoles, peripherals, strategy guides, amiibo, Skylanders and Disney Infinity figures, and each entry records components, condition and cost. You add items with a barcode scanner, a manual adder for ticking off long lists, or the on-device cart scanner that recognizes cartridges for a growing list of platforms. Filters cover platform, region, price, price change, beaten status and missing components, and pricing insight shows what a collection is worth. GAMEYE has no ads, needs no account and keeps data local unless you create a free account to sync with gameye.app and share lists. It holds 4.8 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings on the US App Store. The limits are a games-only scope and a smaller user base than the category leaders.

    Strengths

    • +Free with no ads and no account required
    • +4.8 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings on the US App Store
    • +Optional free sync to the website for sharing collections and wishlists

    Limitations

    • −Games only
    • −Smaller rated user base than the card and music leaders
    • −Community reviews and playtimes are listed as coming soon

    SummaryGAMEYE is the best choice for game collectors on a budget because it tracks 160,000+ games across nearly 200 platforms for free. CLZ Games suits collectors who want daily PriceCharting values and custom fields.

  6. 6

    iCollect Everything

    8.6overall

    A catalog app for dozens of collectible types, from movies and LEGO to coins, stamps and trading cards.

    Best forCollectors with many kinds of items who want estimated values

    Adoption data

    14K ratingsiCollect Everything has 14K ratings averaging 4.6 out of 5 on the US App Store as of November 2026.

    Apple App Store, iCollect Everything: Inventory on the US App Store (2026): “4.6 out of 5 14K Ratings”

    iCollect Everything covers more kinds of collectibles out of the box than any other app here. Its App Store listing names built-in types for movies, books, video games, comics, music, Hot Wheels, LEGO, wine, coins, art, Funko, stamps, sports and non-sports trading cards and more, and you can create custom types for anything else. Items go in by barcode, ISBN or package scan, by database search, or with AI identification for things without barcodes. The app shows automatic estimated values on nearly all built-in types and a total collection value, and it stores personal details such as loaned status, purchase price, storage location and notes. It has 14K ratings at 4.6 out of 5 on the US App Store. Cost is the drawback. The app is free with limits, but unlimited storage for a single type is a $49.99 purchase, all types together are listed at $79.99 and $99.99, and AI scan packs cost extra.

    Strengths

    • +Widest range of built-in collection types in this list
    • +Shows full collection value
    • +14K ratings at 4.6 out of 5 on the US App Store

    Limitations

    • −Large collections need an in-app purchase per type, $49.99 each for many types
    • −Lifetime access to all item types is listed at $79.99 and $99.99
    • −AI identification scans are sold in packs, 50 scans for $9.99

    SummaryiCollect Everything is the best choice for collectors of many item types because it ships built-in databases and estimated values for dozens of categories. Expect to pay $49.99 per type for large collections.

  7. 7

    CLZ Music

    8.5overall

    A paid CD and vinyl catalog app from CLZ that fills in album details from CLZ Core or Discogs.

    Best forRecord and CD collectors who want detailed, editable records of each copy

    Adoption data

    1.4K ratingsCLZ Music has 1.4K ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5 on the US App Store as of November 2026.

    Apple App Store, CLZ Music CD / Vinyl database on the US App Store (2026): “4.8 out of 5 1.4K Ratings”

    CLZ Music is the most detailed paid catalog for CD and vinyl collectors. You add albums by scanning barcodes, which CLZ says succeeds 95% of the time, by searching artist and title, or by catalog number, which is useful for matching Discogs entries. Album details, track lists and cover art come from the CLZ Core database or Discogs, and every field is editable, including your own front and back cover scans. Personal fields cover condition, location, purchase date, price, store and notes, and custom fields handle anything else. Multiple collections appear as tabs, so you can separate vinyl from CDs or track what you sold, and CLZ Cloud keeps a backup, syncs devices and shares the collection online. The app costs $1.99 a month or $19.99 a year after a 7-day trial. CLZ has developed collection software since 1996. Compared with Discogs, it trades a free tier and a marketplace for deeper personal records.

    Strengths

    • +Most detailed per-copy fields among the music apps here
    • +Catalog number search finds Discogs entries
    • +CLZ has made collection software since 1996

    Limitations

    • −No permanent free plan, only a 7-day trial
    • −1.4K ratings is a smaller base than Discogs
    • −Separate subscription for each CLZ app

    SummaryCLZ Music is the best choice for record collectors who track condition, location and purchase details because every field is editable and custom fields are supported. It costs $1.99 a month with no free plan.

  8. 8

    CLZ Games

    8.4overall

    A paid video game catalog app from CLZ with daily game values from PriceCharting.

    Best forGame collectors who want daily price values and completeness tracking

    Adoption data

    1.6K ratingsCLZ Games has 1.6K ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5 on the US App Store as of November 2026.

    Apple App Store, CLZ Games: collection database on the US App Store (2026): “4.8 out of 5 1.6K Ratings”

    CLZ Games is the paid pick for video game collectors who care about what their shelf is worth. It catalogs games, consoles and accessories, and toys-to-life figures such as amiibo and Skylanders. You scan barcodes, which CLZ says succeed 99% of the time, search by platform and title and pick the edition you own, or scan an amiibo's NFC code with your phone. The CLZ Core database supplies cover art, release dates, publishers, developers, descriptions and trailers, plus game values from PriceCharting updated daily. Personal fields record completeness as loose, complete in box or new, along with condition, location, purchase details and notes, and custom fields cover anything missing. Collections can be split into tabs, for example physical and digital, and CLZ Cloud adds backup, sync and online sharing. It costs $1.99 a month or $19.99 a year after a 7-day trial. GAMEYE covers similar ground for free, so the case for CLZ rests on daily pricing and editable records.

    Strengths

    • +Daily PriceCharting values built in
    • +Tracks completeness, which matters for retro game value
    • +Same CLZ Cloud backup and sharing as other CLZ apps

    Limitations

    • −No permanent free plan
    • −Subscription required where GAMEYE is free
    • −1.6K ratings is a modest base

    SummaryCLZ Games is the best choice for game collectors who track value because it includes daily PriceCharting prices and completeness fields. Collectors who do not need pricing can use GAMEYE for free.

  9. 9

    MusicBuddy

    8.2overall

    A vinyl and CD tracker for iPhone, iPad and Mac with a one-time Pro upgrade.

    Best forApple users who want a music catalog without a subscription

    Adoption data

    1.1K ratingsMusicBuddy has 1.1K ratings averaging 4.8 out of 5 on the US App Store as of November 2026.

    Apple App Store, MusicBuddy: Vinyl & CD Tracker on the US App Store (2026): “4.8 out of 5 1.1K Ratings”

    MusicBuddy suits Apple users who want to catalog records and CDs without paying every month. The free version includes every feature but stops at 50 albums, and a single $9.99 in-app purchase adds unlimited storage. Albums go in by camera or Bluetooth barcode scanner, UPC or EAN-13 entry, keyword search, manual entry or CSV import, and land on shelves for albums you own, wish to own, borrowed or previously owned. Loans are tracked with a full activity history, duplicates can be detected and removed, and the library exports to CSV, PDF or HTML. Sync runs through iCloud or Dropbox, and one purchase covers iPhone, iPad and Apple Silicon Mac. The listing says your library is saved locally and privately on your device. MusicBuddy has 1.1K ratings at 4.8 out of 5 on the US App Store. It does not estimate market values and its listing covers Apple devices only, so Discogs is a better fit for pricing.

    Strengths

    • +One payment of $9.99, no subscription
    • +Free version has every Pro feature up to 50 albums
    • +Library is stored locally on your device

    Limitations

    • −Apple devices only
    • −No market value estimates
    • −Free tier stops at 50 albums

    SummaryMusicBuddy is the best choice for Apple users who dislike subscriptions because unlimited albums cost $9.99 once. It does not show what records are worth.

  10. 10

    Memento Database

    7.9overall

    A general-purpose database app with collection templates, barcode search and desktop versions.

    Best forCollectors who want to design their own database fields

    Adoption data

    333 ratingsMemento Database has 333 ratings averaging 4.7 out of 5 on the US App Store as of November 2026.

    Apple App Store, Memento Database on the US App Store (2026): “4.7 out of 5 333 Ratings”

    Memento Database is a flexible database app rather than a collector app, which makes it useful for collections no specialist covers. You build libraries from dozens of field types, including image, rating, currency, calculation and JavaScript, or start from thousands of community templates that include books, music, movies, games and board games. Entries can be found by barcode and filled from web services, data can be grouped, charted and filtered by any field, and views include lists, cards, tables and maps. It works offline, syncs to the cloud, and has Mac and PC versions with a reporting system. The free plan includes 3 libraries with unlimited entries and 100 MB of cloud storage; Pro costs $8 a month for unlimited libraries and 5 GB. Memento has 333 ratings at 4.7 out of 5 on the US App Store. There is no built-in catalog of releases or prices, so expect to set up fields yourself.

    Strengths

    • +Free plan with unlimited entries in 3 libraries
    • +Fully custom fields for odd collectibles
    • +Works offline and syncs later

    Limitations

    • −No built-in collectible database or market values
    • −Setup takes more work than a dedicated collector app
    • −Smallest rated user base here, 333 ratings on the US App Store

    SummaryMemento Database is the best choice for unusual collections because you define every field yourself and the free plan allows unlimited entries in 3 libraries. Collectors of records, games or cards get more from a specialist app.

Choosing a product

Pick a specialist or a general catalog
Specialist apps such as Discogs, GAMEYE, Collectr and CollX come with large item databases for one hobby, so scanning fills in details and values. General catalogs such as Libib, iCollect Everything and Memento Database hold several kinds of items but carry less hobby-specific data. Many collectors use one of each.
Check whether you need market values
Discogs, Collectr, CollX, CLZ Games, GAMEYE and iCollect Everything estimate what items are worth. Libib, MusicBuddy and Memento Database do not, which is fine for cataloging but not for insurance or resale.
Know how items get in
Every app here except Memento's blank templates can look up items from a built-in database. CollX and Collectr identify cards by camera, GAMEYE recognizes cartridges, CLZ Games reads amiibo by NFC, and MusicBuddy works with Bluetooth barcode scanners and CSV imports.
Compare free tiers and pricing models
Discogs and GAMEYE are free, Libib Basic holds 5,000 items and Memento's free plan allows 3 libraries. CLZ apps cost $1.99 a month each, MusicBuddy Pro is $9.99 once, iCollect Everything charges $49.99 per collection type, and CollX Pro is $9.99 a month.
Make sure you can leave
Libib exports at any time, MusicBuddy exports to CSV, PDF or HTML, and Memento imports and exports CSV. Collectr and CollX put data export behind their paid plans, so check that before building a large portfolio.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best collection database?

Discogs is the best collection database for music collectors in 2026: it is free and has 67K ratings at 4.8 out of 5 on the US App Store. For mixed collections, Libib catalogs up to 5,000 books, games, movies and music items for free, and iCollect Everything covers dozens of collectible types with estimated values.

What is the best vinyl record database?

Discogs is the best vinyl record database. Its app describes it as the world's largest discography of physical music, lets you scan barcodes and checks your collection value for free. CLZ Music adds more personal fields for $1.99 a month and can pull album data from Discogs.

Is there a free app to track a collection?

Yes. Discogs and GAMEYE are free, Libib Basic is free for up to 5,000 items with no ads, and Memento Database has a free plan with unlimited entries in 3 libraries. MusicBuddy is free up to 50 albums.

What is the best app to track a video game collection?

GAMEYE is the best free choice, with a database of 160,000+ games across nearly 200 platforms. CLZ Games costs $1.99 a month and adds game values from PriceCharting updated daily.

What is the best app for tracking trading cards?

Collectr is best for trading card games such as Pokemon and Magic, and says it has 10M+ collectors. CollX is best for sports cards, matching scans against 20+ million cards; its Pro plan costs $9.99 a month.

Which collection app tracks the most kinds of items?

iCollect Everything tracks the most item types, with built-in categories from movies and LEGO to coins, stamps and trading cards plus custom types. Unlimited storage for a type costs $49.99 once on the US App Store.

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