Amazing - able to give direct feedback to developer
I am happy user of the app for several years, it holds my entire database of cards I keep my collection in the cloud and I can go to any LGS and check to see whether I already have a card or not. Whenever there is an issue I can give direct feedback on discord and the developer answers my questions directly. A+
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Purely hot garbage
This app used to be great. Dennis gill took it over and has systematically turned it in to the most useless piece of garbage.
First he ruined the search functionality, turning a process that took 1-2 clicks plus filling in the search bar into a process that takes navigating multiple unintuitive menus and then waiting 30sec-1min for it to figure out how to pull its head out of its jockeys. Once it has finally figured out where its trousers are it spits out results that often times prioritize the art cards with no oracle text before you have to go through more navigation menus to find the actual cards with text.
Next he locked the features which LONG TIME PAYING CUSTOMER used behind a subscription paywall. I kept it for a year or two after all this, just restricting myself from using the paywall features and regularly checking for updates, because even garbage as it is; an offline card search could still be somewhat useful before I realized it was eating up over 50GB of storage on my phone.
Deleted and good riddance. Don’t support this greedy buffoon who’s trying to capitalize on someone else’s hard work and reputation.
First he ruined the search functionality, turning a process that took 1-2 clicks plus filling in the search bar into a process that takes navigating multiple unintuitive menus and then waiting 30sec-1min for it to figure out how to pull its head out of its jockeys. Once it has finally figured out where its trousers are it spits out results that often times prioritize the art cards with no oracle text before you have to go through more navigation menus to find the actual cards with text.
Next he locked the features which LONG TIME PAYING CUSTOMER used behind a subscription paywall. I kept it for a year or two after all this, just restricting myself from using the paywall features and regularly checking for updates, because even garbage as it is; an offline card search could still be somewhat useful before I realized it was eating up over 50GB of storage on my phone.
Deleted and good riddance. Don’t support this greedy buffoon who’s trying to capitalize on someone else’s hard work and reputation.
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Long time user very dissapointed by the recent update.
Navigation is now much less effecient. App runs slower in general and also now has frequent crashes. I really hope the dev's revert to the previous version, otherwise I unfortunately cannot reccomend the app.
Response from developer
Hi n.j.davis, We’re sorry that you’re experiencing issues with the app. We continue to take feedback through here and through our Discord to help shape the app as it moves forward, and we hope that upcoming fixes and continued improvements will help make your experience better again. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to hear from you again once your concerns are addressed. - “Junior Dev” Dennis
I’m done
This was may favorite app for over a decade iv bought it for myself at least twice and even for a few friends it was nothing to fancy easy to use with a robust search engine.
Now the app is harder to navigate the deck building feels worse and the search is harder to use less functional and displays cards in the worst way as of the new update a week ago.
Iv gone through many changes of this app but this one makes it unrecognizable to me and I don’t I can stick around after this one.
Now the app is harder to navigate the deck building feels worse and the search is harder to use less functional and displays cards in the worst way as of the new update a week ago.
Iv gone through many changes of this app but this one makes it unrecognizable to me and I don’t I can stick around after this one.
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The App Now Opens up with an Ad
The newest update completely changes the UI and is no longer recognizable as Decked Builder. The app now opens up with an ad before the loading screen. Change is inevitable but these updates continue to disappoint.
Response from developer
Hi, We’re sorry you take issue with the new app. We’ve been documenting openly the reasons behind why the app is in its current state on the app’s new Discord, including the decision to change to the subscription model to support future development. Please join the discussion there to help contribute to future improvements. Follow up: it’s not an ad, it’s the first part of the loading screen that identifies my brand that is managing this and other endeavors in the gaming space. I apologize for the confusion. - Dennis
Still the best Deck Builder app
Yes there is a subscription now and yes it is worth it. For those who think things should be free go ahead and climb out from under your rocks. If $20 a year is too much then Magic might not be the hobby for you.
The functionality of the new app is superb. It’s smooth and sleek. On top of that the developer has an open Discord and he quickly answers questions and addresses any problems with the functionality of the app. He also takes all suggestions for making the app better.
I see a lot of reviews saying I paid $5 for this app 15 years ago, I should never have to pay again. Time for those people to step into the real world. The developer of the old Decked Builder app dropped the project. Without the new Remastered version the project would be defunct. I appreciate the time that has been put in to keep the app alive.
The collection organization this app provides is top-tier. My collection is over 112k cards and this app easily allows me to see what cards I have and what I’m missing for any deck ideas.
Thank you for keeping this project alive.
The functionality of the new app is superb. It’s smooth and sleek. On top of that the developer has an open Discord and he quickly answers questions and addresses any problems with the functionality of the app. He also takes all suggestions for making the app better.
I see a lot of reviews saying I paid $5 for this app 15 years ago, I should never have to pay again. Time for those people to step into the real world. The developer of the old Decked Builder app dropped the project. Without the new Remastered version the project would be defunct. I appreciate the time that has been put in to keep the app alive.
The collection organization this app provides is top-tier. My collection is over 112k cards and this app easily allows me to see what cards I have and what I’m missing for any deck ideas.
Thank you for keeping this project alive.
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Subscription fatigue
This isn’t really something that needs a subscription? Previously paid for all features to be unlocked, and now dev wants a monthly payment to get them back. I’ll be moving to ManaBox as a free alternative.
I’m out.
I used this app for years. Now they locked all functionality behind a paywall. Ignore this one. There are better options.
Not Enough Value
Had the app when it was free 5/5. Then had to pay for it after the update 2.5/5. Now has a subscription 1/5.
1 to 0
Took the best app for deck building and bricked it after people paid for it so you could release a new app with a subscription. Lost all my deck lists too. Greedy considering it wasn’t even your App to begin with.
Subscription update
I love this app. The ui never seem to bother me. but I just opened it and it’s asking me to pay for a monthly subscription. Which is wild cause I paid five dollars to download this app in its premium version I wish I could get my money back sucks sometimes to switch to something else
2 stars for what it used to be
I seriously loved this app! Years ago it was the best app available for deck building. Each iteration the app would get worse and worse. The UI has become almost unrecognizable and much more convoluted. I wish the dev would just bring back the original version from a few years ago. I also purchased the app twice and that purchase is no longer recognized so they want me to pay a SUBSCRIPTION 😂😂😂
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Do not use, subscription based to make a deck
Incredibly short sighted. Your program is not complicated. Not sure what analytics guys were looking at when you decided to switch from a one time purchase to a monthly subscription plan to look at magic cards lol. No I do not care that you’ve explained it on discord, and I do not care for your reasonings.
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Another Subscription App 👎🏼
Had this app on my Android Phone for years, and loved it. Finally got it on my iphone, annnnnnnnd Subscription based. Like EVERYTHING else in this world, because apparently, everyone thinks we're all made out of money, and feel like subbing to their services.
I'm so so over paying $5 here $7 there, ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Just charge your users a one time Fee.
Uninstalling, and moving on.
I'm so so over paying $5 here $7 there, ENOUGH is ENOUGH! Just charge your users a one time Fee.
Uninstalling, and moving on.
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“Reboot of Abandonware”
App is now paid subscription due to rebooting of abandonware. It is also not being maintained in the reboot.
The deck building app that used to be.
I used the original decked builder app religiously for years. Very disappointed this now has a paywall. The previous app provided me a place to brew and make decks even offline and I loved it. Not only is there a paywall but the functionality has also fallen off substantially in searching for different card arts to add to a deck etc. I will be looking to move everything off this platform.
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Used to be good….
UNETHICAL DEV! I can’t use the Serial Key I have for my lifetime license. They now only offer subscriptions. If you paid for a lifetime license you should actually get use of it. They stonewalled all the original supporters and now want to charge them $20/year forever. Apple should not allow this sort of bait and switch.
If the devs will do this kind of change now they will make choices against their customers again and again. Do not be surprised if you throw your money away with this guy.
Your reputation is all you have in business and trust once broken cannot be anything but earned back.
If the devs will do this kind of change now they will make choices against their customers again and again. Do not be surprised if you throw your money away with this guy.
Your reputation is all you have in business and trust once broken cannot be anything but earned back.
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Use moxfield or archidekt instead.
I would love to be able to recommend this app as it still has perhaps the best search functionality outside of scryfall, but unfortunately, locking features behind a subscription fee has destroyed this app’s usefulness.
I don’t understand how the new developers thought trying to charge a monthly fee for features that used to be free would be received positively by their user base. It feels like they have sold out the majority of us to extort the few whales that don’t care or those already too invested in the app to give it up.
Ultimately, i feel like the real villain here is capitalism, but regardless, i’m not paying any amount of money for a service that i can access for free elsewhere.
I don’t understand how the new developers thought trying to charge a monthly fee for features that used to be free would be received positively by their user base. It feels like they have sold out the majority of us to extort the few whales that don’t care or those already too invested in the app to give it up.
Ultimately, i feel like the real villain here is capitalism, but regardless, i’m not paying any amount of money for a service that i can access for free elsewhere.
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Purchase not Honored
I purchased this app in full, I understand that development costs can get away from people, but this has turned into an utter sham of what it once was. Do better.
Response from developer
Hi, We’re sorry you take issue with the new app. This version of the app is being maintained by a new person, due to the previous creator choosing to no longer provide the app active support. None of the money made on the original app was transferred to us as part of this change. We’ve been documenting openly the reasons behind why the app is in its current state on the app’s new Discord, including the decision to change to the subscription model to support future development. Please join the discussion there to help contribute to future improvements.
Don't Purchase This App
IMO, this app should have died with the old developer and now it is being used to scam many people who paid full price for this app on multiple platforms. I would rate it 0 if I could.
Update since the developer responded: Don't believe the fake sincerity.
Update since the developer responded: Don't believe the fake sincerity.
Response from developer
Hi, We’re sorry you take issue with the new app. We’ve been documenting openly the reasons behind why the app is in its current state on the app’s new Discord, including the decision to change to the subscription model to support future development. Please join the discussion there to help contribute to future improvements.
