# CHOIL — The collector's knife vault

> Digital vault and marketplace for knife and EDC collectors to catalog, value, and trade items. (iPhone/iPad app by Airglow, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/choil/id6778882472 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Airglow, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/410175593)
- Category: Lifestyle, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 60 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-07-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-23
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/choil/id6778882472/reviews.md

## What is CHOIL?

CHOIL is the precision-milled digital vault for knife and EDC collectors.

Catalog every folder, fixed blade, and EDC piece you own, see what your
collection is really worth, and go deeper on the steel and craft than any
spreadsheet ever could. Built for people who care about the details.

YOUR VAULT
• Log knives, pens, lighters, and more — brand, model, steel, lock, blade
  geometry, provenance, condition, and photos
• Add a piece fast, your way: snap a photo for AI identification, scan a barcode
  (free UPC lookup), paste a product link, search the built-in catalog of known
  models, or enter it by hand
• A live portfolio value that tracks what you've invested vs. what it's worth
• Every record gets a permanent, never-reused inventory number, separate from
  your order/reference number
• Print one item, a number range, or the active vault on Avery 5160 or 5163
  labels, with a private QR link back to each record
• Organize with color labels and sub-vaults, mark favorites, track quantities,
  and set maintenance reminders so a blade never goes too long without care

BUILT FOR THE FIELD
• Optional Offline access keeps a read-only copy of your vault, sold pieces,
  sub-vaults, daily carry, maintenance, labels, wishlists, and photos on one
  device
• Reconnect-aware refresh checks the server automatically; pull down on vault
  and wishlist screens whenever you want the latest changes immediately
• Crop, rotate, flip, straighten, tune, or filter a new camera photo before it
  uploads

WISHLISTS
• Keep as many wishlists as you want of the knives you're hunting
• Capture wants the same fast ways you log owned pieces — photo, barcode, link,
  or catalog
• Swipe through a list, share it privately or with a public link, and convert any
  wishlist item into your vault the moment you buy it

KNOW WHAT IT'S WORTH
• AI-powered valuation grounded in real resale data
• Per-model price intel: typical range, recent sales, floor and ceiling
• Brand resale leaderboards — see which makers actually hold their value
• Drop Watch: follow the models you want and catch new arrivals and price moves

GO DEEPER ON THE STEEL
• A CAD-style blueprint for every blade shape
• The Steel Matrix: edge retention, toughness, corrosion resistance, and
  sharpenability mapped as a live metallurgy radar
• Compare any two knives head to head

THE CURATOR (AI)
• Ask anything about your collection — gaps, value, what to sell, what's overdue
  for maintenance — and get answers grounded in your actual vault
• Run an AI Analysis for a scored rating of your collection across seven
  dimensions, with concrete ways to level it up

SELLING, HISTORY & DOCUMENTS
• Mark pieces available in The Case, prepare listing drafts and cross-post copy,
  then record the actual sale, fees, shipping, and realized P&L
• Keep an append-only provenance chain and transfer that history to another
  collector with a claim link
• Generate a Bill of Sale for one piece or an insurance schedule for the whole
  collection

COMMUNITY
• Trading Post: a community board to list pieces and connect with fellow
  collectors. CHOIL processes no payments and brokers no sales — any deals are
  arranged directly between members, off-app.
• Settle the great debates (framelock vs. crossbar, S30V vs. MagnaCut) with the
  community
• Collection leaderboards, a public showcase for your best pieces, plus friends
  and direct messaging

CHOIL PRO
Free to start. CHOIL Pro adds 100 AI credits every month, member-only credit
packs (more credits per dollar), and member perks & badges. One-time credit packs
are available for heavier AI use. Subscriptions renew until cancelled; manage or
cancel anytime in your store account settings.

Made by collectors, for collectors.

## Key features

- Digital knife and EDC vault
- AI-powered item identification
- Live portfolio valuation
- Wishlist management
- Steel metallurgy exploration
- Community trading post
- AI collection analysis

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CHOIL Pro (Annual) | $48.00 | per year |
| CHOIL Pro (Monthly) | $6.00 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 60 Credits | $5.00 | one-time |
| 140 Credits | $10.00 | one-time |
| 75 AI Credits (Member) | $5.00 | one-time |
| 170 AI Credits (Member) | $10.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/choil/id6778882472/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fabulous Product

*2026-08-03*

This is a truly fantastic app for anyone looking to keep their collection organized. You can import from a spreadsheet or let the AI tool pull all of the relevant info in from a website listing saving you from manually inputting all of the info. The ability to print labels with QR codes to put on your boxes is another game changer. Just scan the QR code with your phone and it brings you to the item in the app.  I can’t recommend this product enough!

### 5/5 — Amazing Tool!

*2026-07-19*

Allows me to import my knife collection from a spreadsheet and enter in new knives just using the web product page of a knife. Saves so much time!

## Frequently asked questions about CHOIL

### What is CHOIL?

CHOIL is a digital vault designed for knife and EDC collectors. It allows users to catalog their items with detailed specifications, track their collection's value, manage wishlists, and connect with other collectors.

### How does CHOIL help me identify my knives?

CHOIL uses AI-powered identification to help you add pieces to your collection quickly. You can also scan barcodes, paste product links, search a built-in catalog, or enter details manually.

### Can I see what my collection is worth with CHOIL?

Yes, CHOIL provides a live portfolio value that tracks what you've invested versus what your collection is currently worth, using AI valuation grounded in real resale data.

### Does CHOIL have a community feature?

Yes, CHOIL features a 'Trading Post' where collectors can list pieces and connect with others. It also includes collection leaderboards and direct messaging.

### What is CHOIL Pro?

CHOIL Pro is a subscription service that offers additional benefits such as monthly AI credits, member-only credit packs, and exclusive perks and badges. Subscriptions can be managed or canceled in your store account settings.

### What devices does CHOIL support?

CHOIL is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, making it accessible to a wide range of Apple users.

### How often is CHOIL updated?

The latest version of CHOIL is 1.0.61, and it was last updated on July 17, 2026. This indicates active development and regular updates.

### What are the subscription options for CHOIL Pro?

CHOIL Pro offers both monthly and annual subscription plans. The monthly plan costs $6.00 per month, while the annual plan is available for $48.00 per year.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.84 — 2026-08-18

• Giveaways are now drawn live on stream — announced on the CHOIL channel, and you must be present to win. Entry is still free with your CHOIL account; no purchase necessary.

### 1.0.83 — 2026-08-17

• Offline vault: add and edit pieces with no signal — everything syncs itself when you're back online
• Collection now shows your whole vault, and every vault can be filtered by item type
• Smoother back navigation in Trading Post, Shows, and Community
• Portfolio accuracy improvements

### 1.0.81 — 2026-08-16

Monthly Giveaway — enter free from the Community tab, see your entries, and claim a win without leaving the app.
Win notifications now open the claim form directly, and prize tracking is included when your prize ships.
Links in your Inbox are now tappable.
The shows list no longer surfaces shows that have already ended.
Assorted fixes and polish.

### 1.0.77 — 2026-08-11

Batch intake, a weekly showcase, and scanners that read more.

• Rapid intake: scan and shoot back to back, then commit the whole batch to your vault at once
• Best in Show: a weekly photo contest — enter a piece, vote, and see the winners
• Scanners now read manufacturer barcodes too — Code 128, Code 39, ITF and Data Matrix — and match part numbers to the catalog
• Insurance schedules can now include a cover photo for every piece
• Box labels match the web layout exactly, with presets for thermal roll printers
• Scan a box label and it opens that piece right in the app
• Choose which details print on each label

### 1.0.74 — 2026-08-06

Your whole EDC carry, first-class.

• Every gear category now has its own icon across the app
• Flashlights get proper spec fields — no more knife diagrams on a light
• Print inventory box labels on thermal roll stock, with shorter QR codes
• Custom avatars now show everywhere, including the Trading Post
• Your friends list is now easy to find on mobile
• More accurate vault and portfolio value totals
• Billing updates and reliability fixes

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-23.*
