# OLD: Pile - Collect Bookmarks — user reviews > 60 indexed App Store user reviews of OLD by Awesome Apps Company Ltd., rated 4.28/5 from 173 ratings. - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/old-pile-collect-bookmarks/id1549454338/reviews - App overview in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/old-pile-collect-bookmarks/id1549454338.md - Rating breakdown: 5★ 127 · 4★ 14 · 3★ 7 · 2★ 4 · 1★ 21 ## What do users think of OLD? Overall sentiment: mixed **Pros** - 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface - 🎨 Beautiful, visually appealing design with relaxing graphics - 💾 Excellent organization system with folders and tags - 🔒 Strong privacy protection with iCloud integration - 🚀 Fast performance and quick syncing - 📌 Great alternative to Pinterest and bookmark managers - 💡 Innovative card-based visual organization system - ✅ Responsive developer who addresses issues and provides support **Cons** - 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues - 🔄 Syncing problems across devices - 💸 Controversial business model shift to subscription pricing - 📉 Data loss and disappearing items - 🚫 Lack of developer support and communication - ⚠️ Abandoned old version after paid purchase - 🔧 Multiple bugs affecting core functionality - 📱 iPad app is poorly optimized and low resolution **Commonly reported bugs** - App crashes on opening or during basic operations - Syncing failures between iOS and macOS devices - Cards flickering and random display issues - Incorrect item count displays - Images not loading on all cards - Share extension not working properly - Drag and drop causing immediate crashes - Data disappearing from iCloud sync - Import functionality crashing both iPad and Mac apps - Changes not visible until app restart - Bookmarks imported incorrectly or losing folder structure - Tag filters not functioning - Screen not refreshing after adding items - Feedback button broken on desktop - App randomly relaunching after deletion - White 'loading shared card' placeholders appearing everywhere **Most requested features** - Manual sorting and drag-and-drop organization - Image navigation with next/previous buttons or swiping - Adjustable thumbnail size and zoom controls - Heart/rating system for items - List view option instead of thumbnail grid - Export functionality for data portability - Transparent folder customization options - Dark mode and customizable themes - Mac app or improved macOS version - Professional folder-style interface option - Integration with email clients like Airmail - Reader mode functionality - Profile avatar and personal bio features ## Newest reviews (11 of 60) ### 3/5 — Still works on newest iOS 26 UNLIKE the new one that freezes? *2025-11-05, version 1.6.9* EDIT: 04/11/2025 Had to come here to update and say that this version still works on newest iOS 26 unlike the new app that just freezes on opening? EDIT 01/05/22 True to the developers word the issue has been sorted out and everything works exactly as before and described in the AppStore information. Also extremely fast repair, well done Aram! As honoured I have changed my rating too 5 stars as the app deserves it and warrants it. Also a reflection upon the devs integrity and honesty upfront. Thank you for making this app a great app again 🙏. ### 2/5 — Could be great, but full of bugs *2023-11-03, version 1.6.8* I've been trying out all bookmarking apps and in terms of potential, visual appeal and overal UX this is definitely in the top. Well, would be if, it wasn't completely broken. There are so many bugs on every screen, every button. Really even just the basic things like tag filters don't work. Screen won't refresh after adding a new item. The number of items is totally random - I've added 4 links so far but got an alert "you've saved 40 out of 50 items" lol. Random images flickering. I'm sorry, I wanted to like this app because I see there's a well thought through idea behind it. But engineering wise it's just not there. Even the "submit feedback" button is broken haha, at least on Desktop. It's a shame really cause there's a lot of potential here. Oh well, I'll try again in year… ### 3/5 — Seems awesome, but it shows I have cards? *2023-10-02, version 1.6.7* Just installed this and it shows I have: 5 Links 22 Images 3 Notes None of which are shown in the macOS or iOS apps. I've tried deleting all iCloud storage for the app, and within iCloud storage management itself, yet they remain. Is this bugged? ### 3/5 — Amazing app *2023-07-04, version 1.6.2* I totally love Pile - it’s like having your own, private Pinterest. I find it so much easier to track down what I’m looking for than regular bookmarks in my web browser. I particularly love that you can not just file bookmarks into folders, but also add tags to them. This gives so many more options to track down what you’re looking for. Updated July 4, 2023: unfortunately the latest update has brought a number of issues that have made me reconsider Pile. Cards are constantly flickering which is annoying and the app is crashing a lot as well. I’m hoping these issues get sorted out, but if they don’t I’ll need to look elsewhere. ### 1/5 — Crashes immediately *2023-04-27* It's unbelivable how simple thing such Drag & Drop causes this app to just shut down. This is how Mac supposed to work - simply! I was unable to drop a video file into the board, as it was crashing immediately. Is it some kind of restriction on type of files? If it is, the app is not ready for today's life. Charging over $60 for a lifetime licence it seems unappropriate to say the least. For what I need it for, Freeform simply rocks and it's flowless. ### 3/5 — Creator does respond *2023-04-15, version 1.5.6* I did leave a previous review commenting on user choice being taken away by the forced adoption of a ‘communities’ which unsurprisingly was apparently universally disliked and removed. I’m really wanting to like this app as it seems very polished compared to the rest of the de-googled Pinterest crowd; but using my iPhone adding links via the share sheet has stopped working, sync has stopped working and collaboration doesn’t work at all either 🤷🏼‍♂️ ### 4/5 — Now I don't have to worry *2023-04-10, version 1.5.6* Pinterest deleted my account for no reason deleting it my boards and references but with this app I don't have to worry. Just wish it was possible to have transparent folders, the opaque folders just bug me for some reason, customizable theme would be good too. Also it crashes ### 2/5 — Lost all of my recently saved articles!! *2023-03-28, version 1.5.3* Emailed the developer twice but no response! Stay away from this unreliable app. ### 2/5 — Updated review- *2023-03-26, version 1.5.3* The app will at least open now so that’s good. Still no response from the dev at all which is not good. Unfortunately, the app is a complete mess as there are white cards stating “loading shared card” everywhere! Folders I had meticulously curated with content are ruined. Entire contents lost (yes, iCloud sync is on) I’m really rooting for Pile but it’s gotta get back to being a reliable, stable app or all this social stuff being added is useless. Focus on the app core functionality please. Thank you ### 1/5 — i didn't choose these communities *2023-03-17, version 1.5.2* How do I opt out or delete them!? ### 2/5 — Lost My Data! *2023-01-30, version 1.4.17* In concept it’s a great app. But if you can’t I can’t trust it. I had data in my phone then opened up the “Pile+” on my iPad before realizing there’s a single app now. Then poof! My data disappears. I thought this was a great app and relied on it to help me complete projects. Now I just can’t trust it. **Developer response:** Hi Carl! I’m very sorry this happened to you. We migrated from 3 different apps to just one (Pile) so make sure you only use Pile in all platforms. Please let me know if that helps. Aram ## Most critical reviews (10 lowest-rated) ### 1/5 — ABANDONED APP!!! *2025-08-11, version 1.6.9* The OLD Pile used to be amazing. The developer has crippled it, and created a new app, which is a lot more expensive and lacks a one time price. So much for Pile. Apparently there’s not even a way to move your content is you WANT to pay $23 a year (when the OLD Pile had a one time lifetime payment option of $24–guess the developer has no problem screwing old customers). Who would trust a developer who takes peoples money, abandons his app, which they paid for, offers a free upgrade that is not forthcoming, and just figures that’s their problem. It’s not like we don’t have a ton of other applications like this to choose from with developers who actually care about their good customers and their own reputation. Bad move. ### 1/5 — Unlocked Old Pile & Left in the dust *2025-07-15, version 1.6.9* I have tried multiple times to contact the app developer following their instructions to no avail. The links go to page not found and no response to multiple emails. Very sad as this was a terrific app. ### 1/5 — Cheat *2024-08-12, version 1.6.9* The developer has depreciated the old app and launched a new one with the same features, aiming to get rid of previous customers and embezzle their money. Now, you have to pay again for the new app, and there is no lifetime option anymore. Greed will not take this guy far. ### 1/5 — There Goes My ‘Pro’ Purchase, Then! *2024-08-11, version 1.6.9* So, my ‘Pro’ purchased app is now ‘OLD Pile’. WOW! These guys are true winners, folks! You buy an app in good faith only for them to realise they can make more money & ‘OLD Pile of DUNG it is’. Do yourself a huge favour: Stay Away. ### 1/5 — Buggy Mess *2024-05-09, version 1.6.8* Sounded great, and free version seemed nice. Glad I chanced just the month sub to start. This thing is a terrible mess. Imported links from Safari. Caused multiple crashes, wouldn’t load all cards, wouldn’t load images to all cards. Tried sharing which did absolutely nothing. The MacOS version has all kinds of issues, including it has random counts that don’t match anything in the menu drawer. Syncing either doesn’t work or is beyond slow across multiple devices. And the Tips and Tricks are dead/blank pages with nothing available to help you try and understand what’s going on. Wondering if abandoned app, but either way certainly not worth it. ### 1/5 — No Support No Use *2024-02-07, version 1.6.8* I purchased the premium version of this app as a tool to use for work because I'm a concept artist. Unfortunately, the app crashes upon opening it, and I haven't been able to use it in months - even with restarting the computer, reinstalling the app, and installing updates. Neither Apple nor the Pile developers ever got back to my requests for help, so I'm very disappointed overall. ### 1/5 — Nope *2023-10-26, version 1.6.7* Initially, I loved Pile but itʻs incredibly unstable. The app consistently freezes. Iʻm really disappointed because itʻs a phenominal idea and, when it works, looks beautiful. ### 1/5 — What a nightmere *2023-10-21, version 1.6.7* Freezes, uploaded bookmarks, over 1000 come in removed from their folders, completely disorganized, can only delete a few at a time, then the app freezes while even attempting this. When you close the app, it relaunches on its own at random intervals. So I deleted the app, but it keep randomly relaunching anyway. Now I know why this was removed from Setapp. ### 1/5 — Three Weeks Later *2023-10-07, version 1.6.7* Initially in love with Pile, I purchased the full on version. I really wanted Pile to work. It's supposed to automatically save on cloud but I must have done something wrong. Lost three weeks of work when all of my data disappeared in front of my eyes. I'd exported backups but they didn't import back in. Every attempt to import crashed both the iPad and Mac apps. If I create a new folder (on mac or iPad) I must close and then reopen the app to see it. If I add anything, I must close/reopen the app and maybe I will see the change I've made. Attempts to get a response from the developer haven't worked but, seriously, the developer deserves to have a life. I really wanted this to work & I'm bummed that it didn't. Pile is intuitive to use and visually pleasing. For now, I'm out. I will be back once it's clear Pile is more stable. It's a great beginning for a much needed app. ### 1/5 — Crashing and syncing not working *2023-05-21, version 1.5.9* The syncing is isn't working well and it's crashing and glitching out, please fix ## Most praised reviews (10 highest-rated) ### 5/5 — Digital Hoarder Approved! *2023-12-31, version 1.6.8* As a long time digital hoarder, I am constantly struggling with keeping my digital assets organized. My browser bookmarks have long since devolved into a mess of folders and sub-folders that literally manifest physical anxiety any time I try ti find something. Pile has an awesome interface that promotes the initial categorization and tagging of items BEFORE they are saved. This makes all the difference for me. Thanks for a great app with a clean user interface and an incredibly helpful end result. ### 5/5 — It’s kind of like having your own private Pinterest *2023-10-18, version 1.6.7* Pretty good I hope the development keeps going! ### 5/5 — Frickn' Awesome *2023-10-06* Pile makes me feel like my life is together, even if it's not. It's the perfect way to organize colors and client choices for my business. It's nice to easily find specific info when I want it. Also, the graphics are super relaxing. ### 5/5 — Frickn' Awesome *2023-09-24* Pile makes me feel like my life is together, even if it's not. It's the perfect place to save my links, notes, photos, files, tweets, and more. I can organize them into folders so that I can easily find the info when I want it. L O V E the graphics. Thank you so much for making this app with those graphics! This app is intuitive & easy to use on my Mac & iPad. I have not tried it on my iPhone. It has a clean & simple interface. I like the fact that the lifetime license is super affordable [as opposed to the $60 or $100 annual fees out there] Seriously, download the app and test it out. It's so much better than the alternatives, even the free online alternatives. So, yeah, I highly recommend Pile &, no, I'm not getting paid for my review [although I wouldn't refuse a cupcake with sprinkles on it]. ### 5/5 — Frickn' Awesome *2023-09-19* Pile makes me feel like my life is together, even if it's not. It's the perfect place to save my links, notes, photos, files, tweets, and more. I can organize them into folders so that I can easily find the info when I want it. This app is intuitive & easy to use on my Mac & iPad. I have not tried it on my iPhone. It has a clean & simple interface. I like the fact that the lifetime license is super affordable [as opposed to the $60 or $100 annual fees out there] Seriously, download the app and test it out. It's so much better than the alternatives, even the free online alternatives. So, yeah, I highly recommend Pile &, no, I'm not getting paid for my review [although I wouldn't refuse a cupcake with sprinkles on it]. ### 5/5 — Finally, bookmarks means business *2023-04-11* They are really fast now, insanely so compared to last update. Had been using app, but can actually be THE go to bookmarker with a couple more tweaks. Great job. Now please have an option for a more professional folders style. Without cards sticking out of wavy buckets, simply solid folders with names. Thank you. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Five stars, can’t leave a review and press stars for some reason. **Developer response:** Thank you very much! I put a lot of effort in making this speed possible and now I’ll make the folders design better as well - hope you like them too! Regards, Aram ### 5/5 — My Favorite & Most Used App! *2023-03-20, version 1.5.2* I went through some initial sync issues between the iPhone app & the macOS app, but after reaching out to the developer I was offered some workarounds and the issues are essentially nonexistent nowadays after the most recent app updates. ***The creator of the Pile app is really responsive, helpful, and we should all be so grateful that they created such a useful & intuitive app for the iPhone world! But seriously.. this one is worth the download. ### 5/5 — Engineer *2023-02-21, version 1.4.20* Excellent app ### 5/5 — Deserves more stars *2023-01-13, version 1.3.9* It's not full of stars! ### 5/5 — Absolute Best App!!! *2022-12-28, version 1.4.16* LOVE how easy it is to save and organize all my stuff - notes, pics, links, etc. THANK YOU!!!! ❤️🙌 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. 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