# Needl Vinyl — Where your records belong.

> Digital catalog and value tracker for physical vinyl record collections. (iPhone/iPad app by Moises Willis.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/needl-vinyl/id6754252048 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Moises Willis](https://appshunter.io/developer/1847398182)
- Category: Music, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 704 MB
- Languages: British English, Dutch, Canadian French, German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian and 5 more
- Released: 2026-06-25
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/needl-vinyl/id6754252048/reviews.md

## What is Needl Vinyl?

Needl is the ultimate way to track your record collection.

Whether you have ten LPs or a thousand, Needl turns your physical records into a living digital library.

* Add in Seconds: Search, scan a barcode, or import your existing collection instantly.
* Automatic Details: Album art, release years, genres, and real-time market values fill in automatically.
* Perfect Sync: Access your collection seamlessly across your iPhone and iPad.
* Smart Discovery: Get daily recommendations from your own shelves and monthly recaps of your listening habits.
* Ask AI: Tap any record to learn its history, credits, and why it's considered a classic.
* Wishlist: Track the records you want and monitor their market value until you find them.

Always Free Adding records, scanning barcodes, importing, and tracking your collection's value are completely free.
Needl Pro Subscribe to unlock Ask AI, Listen sessions, and Vinyl Customization. Family Sharing included for up to five members.
Plans available: Weekly, Monthly, and Yearly (with a 7-day free trial).
A subscription auto-renews until canceled. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings.

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

## Key features

- Digital record collection cataloging
- Automatic album details and market values
- Barcode scanning for quick entry
- AI-powered record history and insights
- Personalized music discovery and recommendations
- Wishlist for desired vinyl

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/needl-vinyl/id6754252048/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Easy, fun and useful

*2026-07-03*

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Really enjoying this app! It's super easy to use and makes keeping track of my vinyl collection so much easier. Definitely worth checking out if you're into vinyl!

### 5/5 — ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

*2026-07-03*

I’ve tried a few apps for keeping track of my vinyl collection, and this one is by far the cleanest and easiest to use. The interface is simple, everything feels fast, and it’s nice being able to organize my records without it feeling like a chore. Looking forward to seeing how it grows, but it’s already off to a great start. Definitely worth downloading if you’re into collecting records.

### 5/5 — AMAZING

*2026-06-26*

Finally someone created alternative to outdated discogs. The app is incredibly easy to use, outstanding UI and very cool AI features. Love it

## Frequently asked questions about Needl Vinyl

### How do I add records to Needl?

You can add records by searching for them, scanning a barcode, or importing an existing collection. Basic adding, scanning, and tracking are free.

### What information does Needl provide for each record?

Needl automatically fetches album art, release years, genres, and real-time market values. The AI feature can also provide historical context and credits.

### Does Needl have ads?

No, Needl does not contain advertisements. The core features are free, with an optional subscription for advanced features.

### What are the subscription benefits for Needl Pro?

Needl Pro unlocks features like Ask AI, Listen sessions, and Vinyl Customization. It also includes Family Sharing for up to five members.

### What are the subscription plans and prices for Needl Pro?

Needl Pro offers Weekly ($1.99), Monthly ($4.99), and Yearly ($19.99) plans. The Yearly plan includes a 7-day free trial.

### How do I cancel my Needl Pro subscription?

You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time through the app's Settings menu. Subscriptions auto-renew until canceled.

### On which devices can I use Needl?

Needl is available on iPhone and iPad, with seamless syncing between them. It is also compatible with Apple Watch.

### How often is Needl updated?

The latest version, 1.0.12, was released on July 3, 2026, indicating recent development activity. Updates typically occur to improve features and reliability.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.16 — 2026-08-11

NEW: APPLE TV APP
Get the new Apple TV app from the App Store and pair it with your iPhone. It turns your TV into a beautiful display for your turntable: drop the needle and the screen shows exactly what's spinning, perfectly in sync. Browse your library and your wishlist, play records on Apple TV with Apple Music, and use Shuffle to land on a random record — everything stays in sync across your devices.
 
SCAN YOUR COLLECTION
• Cover scanning — take a photo of an album cover and we'll recognize it and match it for you (works best on covers with text).
• Barcode scanning — scan several records back to back. It's the fastest way to add a whole shelf.
 
LIGHT MODE AND NEW WIDGETS
• The entire app now supports Light Mode. Prefer Dark, or want it to follow your system? Change it any time in Settings.
• The Today's Pick widget is cleaner and easier to read.
• A new small Shuffle widget — get a random pick right from your Home Screen.
 
APPLE WATCH
• Start a listening session right from your wrist.
• See the Record of the Day.
• A more polished, refined interface.
 
A NEW LOOK
• Album detail and Settings adapt beautifully to Light and Dark Mode.
• Mesh gradients pulled straight from your album artwork.
• The Now Spinning view on iPhone and iPad now matches Apple TV.
• Liquid Glass polish and smoother animations throughout.
 
COLLECTION INSIGHTS
• Choose which Discogs value you see: median, low estimate, or high estimate. Your choice applies everywhere, including widgets and Insights.
 
ALSO IN THIS UPDATE
• Faster backend and improved performance
• UI refinements and polish
• Under-the-hood bug fixes
 
Happy listening.

### 1.0.15 — 2026-07-23

This one's for anyone who lives on our artist pages.

New Features

Artist pages now open with an animated video background, making browsing feel a lot more alive and immersive.
Preview one of an artist's top songs right from their page, no extra taps required.
The Dynamic Island now shows whatever song preview is currently playing, even with Needl in the background.
Artists with an official logo or wordmark now show it right on their page.
Adding to your collection or wishlist got a full rebuild: one button, three clear options.
Search got rebuilt from scratch. Results now update in real time as you type, with filters to help you find exactly what you're adding.

Improvements

The For You view has a new look that makes it much easier to see what you already own from an artist.
Your shelf now reflects your collection more accurately. Own every release, see every release. Missing one, see exactly which one.
The streaming vs collection comparison view got a design refresh.
Tapping a song to preview it now has a new animation and smoother transitions.

Bugfixes

General stability fixes and small corrections based on what we've been seeing under the hood.

This release also includes: Bug Fixing. The little stuff you never see, but we do. Design Polish. iPad navigation got some extra love this time around. Behind-the-Scenes. Backend work to keep everything running smoothly. Engine Tuning. API improvements that should make things noticeably faster.

Thanks for using Needl.

### 1.0.14 — 2026-07-16

Say hello to the Community tab — a brand-new public feed where you can browse everyone's listening sessions, discover new artists, and hear short previews of the tracks people are spinning. Tap into an artist to get AI-powered insights — bio, trivia, and similar artists — right from the feed.

Your profile got a major redesign:


New layout and design throughout
Follow other collectors and message them directly
Full listening history, plus streaks to track your daily spins
A listening heatmap so you can see your activity at a glance
Streak notifications, so you never lose one you've been building


Also in this release:


Search now has its own tab — dig through your collection or look up new releases without leaving the app
Mark records as Signed — a new toggle and badge for autographed copies
Smarter wishlist search — new finds show up first instead of records you already own
More accurate cover scanning — confirm the exact pressing and year before we show you a price
A ton of bug fixes, UI polish, and smoother animations throughout the app


Thanks for spinning with us!

### 1.0.13 — 2026-07-09

NEW

Browse Together
Scan and browse records with a friend in real time. Hold your phones together or hop on FaceTime, and every find drops into one shared crate you both watch fill up live - with prices, dibs, and reactions built in.

Records in 3D
Tap "View in 3D" on any record in your collection to turn it into a real, rotatable object. Spin the sleeve, open the gatefold, and slide out the disc.

Try Needl Instantly
Scan a code in a record store to check a price in seconds - no app download required.

Nearby Store Alerts
Needl can now surface itself automatically when you're near a partnered record store.

Profile, Reimagined
Browse your collection and wishlist as a grid. Follow other collectors and explore what they own and want.

Free for a Limited Time
Records in 3D and Ask AI are free for everyone right now - no subscription required.

IMPROVEMENTS

- Smoother scrolling and refined, more readable backgrounds on album and wishlist pages
- Simplified Insights for an easier-to-scan view of your collection stats
- Richer in-store previews when scanning - track previews and collector demand counts
- General UI and UX polish throughout the app
- New animations and haptic touches on key screens

FIXES

- General bug fixes and performance improvements
- Stability improvements throughout the app

### 1.0.12 — 2026-07-03

This is our first big update since launch, focused on making Needl faster, more stable, and a lot more enjoyable to use. Here is everything that is new and improved.

WHAT'S NEW
- Rebuilt search, now powered by Apple Music. Search by artist, album, or name, browse full discographies, and add to your collection or wishlist in a tap.
- Scan a barcode to add a record straight to your wishlist.
- Add to your wishlist right from Price Check.
- Push notifications, so you never miss new followers, messages, or activity.
- Shared with You in Discover. See the records friends send you in Messages.
- Explore other collectors. Browse anyone's collection and wishlist as a grid, a list, or a fun showcase view, now showing the real color of each record.
- Needl is now available in more languages.

IMPROVEMENTS
- A faster, smoother app across the board, with less lag.
- Price Check is quicker and easier to read.
- A redesigned Discover with a cleaner monthly listening recap.
- A reworked Pressed Monthly recap with story style slides and sharper artwork.
- A redesigned profile, activity feed, friends' collections, and Apple Wallet card that feel more native.
- A new in-app FAQ, so help is always a tap away.
- Behind the scenes reliability and security improvements.

BUG FIXES
- Fixed app crashes for a more stable experience.
- Fixed following, followers, and finding people.
- Fixed sending messages.
- Fixed missing artist and album artwork, including in Pressed Monthly.
- Fixed invite and share links so they open the right place.
- Fixed a visual glitch in the wishlist detail view.

Thank you for being part of the early Needl community. Keep the feedback coming. It shapes what we build next.

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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 2026-08-18.*