# Krafts Inventory > Craft inventory and project management app with barcode scanning. (iPhone/iPad app by The Buddy System, LLC.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/krafts-inventory/id440630545 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [The Buddy System, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/295810928) - Category: Productivity - Price: $2.99 - Rating: 3.90/5 from 22 App Store ratings · 53 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 17+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 54 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2011-09-20 - Data updated: 2026-09-09 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/krafts-inventory/id440630545/reviews.md ## What is Krafts Inventory? Track Crafts Inventory and Projects Custom-designed with the help of experienced crafters, Krafts is smart about helping you organize your materials and projects. You can add and edit categories to suit your needs. The built-in UPC scanner uses your device’s camera to scan barcodes and automatically fetch product images (if available online). While shopping, you can scan barcodes in the store to easily check if you have those items in your inventory. You can also “flag” items that have special significance (e.g., need restocking). Krafts is not affiliated with any supplier or retailer, so the app never tries to sell you stuff. The data in the app are YOUR data — no ads, promos, or company videos. Krafts is more complicated than similar inventory apps, but that’s because it’s flexible and does so much more. Please read the extensive Help section in the app (and online at: http://mat.buddy.com/krafts). Features: • Maintain inventory of supplies and tools. • Enter new project ideas and track projects through to completion. Add more details along the way. • Designed for any craft. • Create your own categories (e.g., “Card Stock,” “Tools,” “Books”). • Add customized fields to each category (e.g., “Name,” “Quantity,” “Company,” “Photo”). • Keeps photos of your items and completed projects. • Scan UPC barcodes using the camera (only some codes have online data, see below). • Scan store items while shopping to check for matches in your inventory. • Add item photos using the camera or barcode scan. • Help page assists with learning the app. • Tutorial mode: help and tips for every screen. • In-app Backup/Restore to/from your desktop PC. • Email or print your entire database for safekeeping. The scanner uses a public database to convert UPC codes to text. The database does not include all barcodes, and new ones are being added daily. However, even if a barcode is not in the database, Krafts will still save the number to allow match-ups when scanning the same barcode in your stash or a store. Please contact me directly with questions or suggestions (hint: use the "Email Jeff..." button on all Help pages). Please do not put questions and suggestions in a review because I'll have no way to contact you. ## Key features - Inventory of supplies and tools - Track projects through completion - Customizable categories and fields - Add item and project photos - UPC barcode scanning - Scan items while shopping - Backup and restore data ## Recent user reviews (10 of 53) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/krafts-inventory/id440630545/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Help *2026-03-14, version 3.3.1* I’m trying to figure out how to report a glitch and unfortunately this is the only way I see to do it. Every time I try to take a photo, the app closes down. Any help would be appreciated! ### 1/5 — Basic App for iPhone ONLY *2026-02-14, version 3.3.1* You can’t try before you buy so I purchased this app thinking it would help scan in all my craft supplies. I was sadly disappointed. It doesn’t find the barcode for Fabrico markers. It doesn’t sync with my iPad. I do not want to have to type in all my supplies because I have a lot. If you want to start off with just a basic app that you type in everything on your iPhone this would be for you. But it isn’t for me. ### 5/5 — Love it! *2024-08-22, version 3.3.1* I recommend this app for carrying around my vast inventory, I update it when I can because its valuable to have the ability to check my stock when I'm out and about! Get this right away before you have too much stock, whatever your craft or business is!! ### 5/5 — Awesome Organizer *2024-05-15, version 3.3.1* Been using this app for several years now and absolutely love it! It has a great tutorial to understand how the data structure is organized so you can utilize all the available fields to include lots of into on your item. I use it whenever I am looking to buy something new so I don’t duplicate. Love the ability to take up to 2 photos for an item as well as add an actual color block and name next to your items like ink pads, markers, etc. You can also customize what fields you want to show for each category. You can also search within the categories. When I updated my phone I had a minor blip in the color feature but I reached out to the developer and he was very quick to respond and helpful to give me a solution! ### 2/5 — Might as well use numbers or excel *2024-04-06, version 3.3.1* The big draw for me on this app was the use of a scanner to inventory items. Unfortunately i was unable to find an item in my collection of things that would scan. Based on the age of this app it is disappointing that this is an issue, though i am hopeful Apple will issue a refund. ### 5/5 — the best!! *2023-08-06, version 3.3.1* This is the best app for all of your craft supplies! It is user friendly. Customer support has ALWAYS gotten back with me! I have been using for several years and still very happy with the App. ### 3/5 — Missing a search function *2023-06-11, version 3.3.1* Having a search function would be awesome. ### 4/5 — Great app with no monthly service charge *2023-04-23, version 3.3.1* I really like how customizable this app is. I have been using for a few years to slowly inventory all my craft supplies. One con, Because there isn’t an account to sign into I cannot view content on both my phone and tablet. Haven’t been able to figure out a way to sync them. If that is a possibility then would give it 5 stars ### 5/5 — Awesome! Be prepared to learn. *2023-01-16, version 3.3.1* I downloaded this app in April of 2020 and have been using it for almost three years now. I had to read the Help sections and allow the in app tutorial to show me the ropes but once I caught on, it was so worth it. I think this app would be difficult for anyone who isn’t tech savvy, but not impossible. (I often compare it to a simple version of Microsoft Access.) Even three years later, I am still learning new ways to incorporate this app into my card making life. And I still haven’t gotten all my supplies and told loaded in…..I have way too much stuff! LOL I have recently been working on loading in all the photos of my finished cards and I LOVE that I can link the supplies and products I used to make the card to the finished project entry. The app lets me build the details to include in each category title those categories and details as I see fit. It really is a very flexible app once you learn how to set up your categories and details. Don’t be afraid! Use the tutorial and read the help section! ### 3/5 — Helpful somewhat *2022-08-18, version 3.3.1* But I don’t see anywhere to put notes. However, I do love that I can take photos of each item. Well I thought I could. I guess I could only for stamps? I find this app a little confusing and definitely not user friendly ## Frequently asked questions about Krafts Inventory ### What does Krafts Inventory do? Krafts Inventory helps you organize your craft supplies and track your projects from idea to completion. You can maintain a detailed inventory of materials and tools, add photos, and customize categories to suit your specific crafting needs. ### What are the key features of Krafts Inventory? Key features include maintaining an inventory of supplies and tools, tracking projects through completion, creating custom categories and fields, adding photos of items and projects, and scanning UPC barcodes using your device's camera. It also allows you to scan items while shopping to check your inventory. ### How much does Krafts Inventory cost? Based on the provided information, Krafts Inventory is a paid application. There are no mentions of free versions, subscriptions, or in-app purchases for additional features. ### Is Krafts Inventory compatible with my device? The description does not specify exact compatibility details like operating system versions. However, it mentions using the device's camera for barcode scanning, implying it is designed for modern smartphones and tablets. ### What are common use cases for Krafts Inventory? Common use cases include managing supplies for knitting, scrapbooking, sewing, or any other craft. It's also useful for tracking the progress of multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring you have the necessary materials, and avoiding duplicate purchases when shopping. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.3.1 — 2019-03-25 Be safe: do an in-app BACKUP before installing this version. v3.3: 1. Fixed: Crash when saving a photo to Photos. 2. Fixed: Can swipe/scroll Ideas/WIP/Done project photos. 3. Added a button (in Settings, Export) to email database is CSV format. v3.3.1: 4. Fixed the swiping/scroll in project photos (again!). 5. Improved interface for X-series of iPhones. ### 3.3 — 2019-03-21 Be safe: do an in-app BACKUP before installing this version. 1. Fixed: Crash when saving a photo to Photos. 2. Fixed: Can swipe/scroll Ideas/WIP/Done project photos. 3. Added a button (in Settings, Export) to email database is CSV format. ### 3.2.1 — 2018-01-24 Be safe: do an in-app BACKUP before installing this version. 1. Fixed the scanner. I'm also looking for a better database. 2. Removed backup via Dropbox (use browser method, instead). v3.2.1: Fixed the scanner tab, too (sorry, missed that spot). ### 3.2 — 2018-01-22 Be safe: do an in-app BACKUP before installing this version. 1. Fixed the scanner. I'm also looking for a better database. 2. Removed backup via Dropbox (use browser method, instead). ### 3.1.4 — 2016-06-10 Be safe: do an in-app BACKUP before installing this version. 1. Bug fix: scanner & Google were falsely seeing network issues. v3.1.3 2. Bug fix: Lists (crash when adding a list) 3. 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