# GrailVinyl: Record Scanner — Vinyl value, pressing & ID

> Vinyl record identification, value estimation, and collection management app. (iPhone/iPad app by GRAILVINYL LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grailvinyl-record-scanner/id6769194291 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [GRAILVINYL LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896638229)
- Category: Music, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 327 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-11
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grailvinyl-record-scanner/id6769194291/reviews.md

## What is GrailVinyl?

Point your phone at any record and know it in seconds — which album, which pressing, and what it's worth. GrailVinyl runs on your device: your photos, voice, and audio are read right on your iPhone with Apple's Vision framework and never uploaded. That's why it's fast — and private.

IDENTIFY IN SECONDS — ON DEVICE
Apple Vision reads the label or sleeve directly on your iPhone, so results come back in milliseconds — no server round-trip, no waiting, no account.
• Photograph it — point at the cover or label; the text is read on-device.
• Say it — speak the artist, album, or catalog number, even in a noisy shop.
• Type it — search anything you can read off the sleeve.
• Play it — let the app listen to a track that's spinning.
• Scan it — the back-cover barcode for a one-tap lookup.
The catalog ships inside the app, so core search is instant and works offline.

KNOW YOUR PRESSING — FAST
Not all copies are equal — an original, an early repress, an import, and a budget reissue can be worlds apart in value. GrailVinyl shows which pressing you're holding and how it sits among every other pressing of the same album, by era, country, and pressing markers. Type the dead-wax/runout codes etched in the groove to narrow down your exact copy in seconds. (Collector reference for entertainment — not an appraisal or authentication.)

ALL-IN-ONE — DISCOGS + LAST.FM IN YOUR POCKET
One app for the whole vinyl life, connected to the services you already use:
• Discogs — live release data, prices, and your collection; every pressing of every master at your fingertips.
• Last.fm — drop the needle and GrailVinyl follows track by track, joining your vinyl spins to your streaming scrobbles, so you finally see what you actually listen to.
• Crate mode — walk a shop and call out what you see, hands-free; GrailVinyl transcribes, matches, and tallies your finds.
• Your collection — what your shelf is worth, which records are grails, what you own but never play, and what to chase next.
• Share — turn your shelf into a clean, ready-to-post cover card.

ON-DEVICE BY DESIGN
No account required. Your photos, voice, and audio are processed on your iPhone with Apple Vision and never uploaded. The bundled catalog keeps core search instant and private. (Live data, prices, and cover art are fetched from Discogs, MusicBrainz, the Cover Art Archive, and Last.fm when you look beyond the bundled catalog.)

FREE: identify by photo, voice, text, sound, or barcode · on-device catalog · basic pressing info · play & track with Last.fm · shareable collection cards — plus 14 days of full Grail Member access.

GRAIL MEMBER: every pressing of every master · pressing deep-dives & sibling comparison · dead-wax / runout identification · audiophile reissues & curated pressing notes · unlimited Crate sessions · challenge breakdowns · seasonal badges.

Prices, pressing details, and notes are collector reference offered for entertainment — not a guarantee, appraisal, or authentication. Always do your own research before buying or selling.

Release data from Discogs · recording metadata from MusicBrainz · cover art from Cover Art Archive · listening data from Last.fm. Voice, photos, and audio are processed on-device and never uploaded; no advertising identifier; anonymous crash + usage diagnostics via Firebase.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://grailvinyl.app/privacy

## Key features

- On-device record identification
- Pressing variation analysis
- Value estimation
- Discogs integration
- Last.fm scrobbling
- Crate mode for record shopping
- Collection management

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grail Member - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Grail Member - Annual | $34.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grail Member - Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about GrailVinyl

### How does GrailVinyl identify records?

GrailVinyl uses Apple's Vision framework to read labels or sleeves directly on your iPhone via photo. It can also identify records by voice, typed text, barcode scan, or by listening to a spinning track. This on-device processing ensures speed and privacy.

### What kind of pressing information does GrailVinyl provide?

GrailVinyl helps you know your pressing by showing how it sits among every other pressing of the same album, categorized by era, country, and pressing markers. You can also type in dead-wax/runout codes for more precise identification.

### How does GrailVinyl integrate with Discogs and Last.fm?

GrailVinyl connects to Discogs for live release data, prices, and your collection management. It also links with Last.fm to track your vinyl spins and combine them with your streaming scrobbles, showing your true listening habits.

### What are the benefits of the Grail Member subscription?

The Grail Member subscription unlocks access to every pressing of every master, detailed pressing deep-dives, dead-wax/runout identification, audiophile reissue notes, unlimited Crate sessions, and seasonal badges. A 14-day free trial is available.

### Is GrailVinyl available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, GrailVinyl is currently only supported on iPhone devices. It utilizes Apple's Vision framework for its on-device processing capabilities.

### How often is GrailVinyl updated?

The latest version of GrailVinyl is 1.0.3, which was last updated on July 9, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support.

### Does GrailVinyl have ads?

GrailVinyl does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to be ad-free, with monetization coming from optional in-app purchases for the Grail Member subscription.

### What is the age rating for GrailVinyl?

GrailVinyl has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content or themes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.8 — 2026-08-08

A brighter new app icon and a fresh App Store look. Under the hood: faster pressing identification and the same dead-wax, barcode and catalog-number lookups. Point your camera, know the exact pressing and what it's worth.

### 1.0.7 — 2026-07-21

Value a whole crate in one session, then see a dig receipt totaling what you found. New weekly Shelf Report tracks your collection's estimated value and what you've actually played, with a one-tap pick for tonight's record. Press play and the record player opens straight away. Faster crate sessions that keep the screen awake, with a live pace count. Fixes and refinements throughout.

### 1.0.5 — 2026-07-16

• Hear it before you buy — 30-second track previews on every album
• Track durations, label, and release facts from Apple Music
• Your library is now a wall of covers — denser shelf, faster browsing
• Shelf Wrapped story cards go full screen
• Crate digs spotlight your best find
• No exact dead-wax match? You still get a value estimate from your etchings

### 1.0.4 — 2026-07-14

Your collection, reimagined: the Library is now a cover wall, Crate Mode opens ready to dig, and every identification ends in a shareable verdict card.
- Identify your pressing faster: dead-wax, barcode, or visual checks - one hub
- No exact match? New estimates from your etchings (RVG, plant marks, matrix families)
- Daily spin prompts and streaks, Dig Reports, Now Spinning cards, and Shelf Wrapped
- A brand-new App Store look, sharper covers, bug fixes

### 1.0.3 — 2026-07-09

• Fixed a case where the on-device catalog and cover art could get stuck downloading right after install.
• Pressing/grail accuracy fixes and the latest catalog data.
• Stability improvements.

## More apps by GRAILVINYL LLC

- [Spinning Image: Music Games](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spinning-image-music-games/id6784252471)
- [Grail Tape: Cassette Scanner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grail-tape-cassette-scanner/id6786137334)

All apps by GRAILVINYL LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1896638229

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