# Plate Vault — Stop searching, start stamping

> Search and track stamping plate designs by keyword, theme, or code. (iPhone/iPad app by Kyle Lutze.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plate-vault/id6746414007 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kyle Lutze](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713003668)
- Category: Lifestyle, Reference
- Price: $6.99
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 14 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 38 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-08-12
- Data updated: 2026-09-05
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plate-vault/id6746414007/reviews.md

## What is Plate Vault?

Plate Vault is a customizable database for nail stamping enthusiasts.
Get started with a library of hundreds of stamping plates, then make it your own. Add new plates, edit existing entries, create a wishlist, organize your collection, and quickly search for the images you need.
Plate Vault is designed to replace spreadsheets and generic database apps with a tool built specifically for nail stampers. It is not intended to be a complete archive of every stamping plate ever produced. Instead, it provides a strong starting point that you can customize to match your personal collection.

Features:
• Search hundreds of preloaded stamping plates.
• Add your own plates and images.
• Edit and organize entries to fit your collection.
• Keep your stamping library in one searchable place.
• Built specifically for nail stamping collectors and artists.

## Key features

- Search by keyword
- Search by theme
- Search by plate code
- Track down specific designs
- Find images quickly

## Chart rankings

- #131 in Top Paid · Lifestyle (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plate-vault/id6746414007/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great

*2026-07-29*

Easy to add pictures and tags for my plates. Love being able to see all my plates and search through them to find what I’m looking for. The developer is great and continues to make app improvements.

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2026-07-29*

I love how simple and straight forward this app is. There aren’t unnecessary/overwhelming options that bog me down and it’s absolutely amazing to keep track of my plate collection. The key word search feature is really helpful in utilizing my whole collection and I really appreciate the privacy aspect of the app as well. Thank you so much for creating this app!

### 5/5 — Brilliant

*2026-07-27*

What a treasure this app is. Thank you for creating this 👌🏾

### 5/5 — Great Tool

*2026-07-22*

This is awesome in so many ways! It takes the guessing out of what I have, especially when working through a stamping theme. Instead of lifting my heavy binders, checking for a specific image, I just type in what I need!

### 4/5 — Very helpful!

*2026-07-17*

I really like this app! It makes sorting through my collection MUCH easier. A lot of plates that I own were already preloaded. It’s easy to add my own plates and keywords. The only things on my wishlist- being able to zoom in on pictures (turning the phone sideways makes it bigger but sometimes I zoom in to photos to figure out what little pieces of images are) and being able to add to the preloaded descriptions so I can add my storage locations. 🙂

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback! Pinch to zoom will be coming out soon on the next update (1.10.0) and the ability to edit preloaded plates has been added! Glad you are enjoying the app ☺️

### 2/5 — Needs more time

*2026-06-14*

Really disappointed I just wasted seven bucks on this. The app is super laggy and clunky. Margins are off. Not all maniology plates are on here and then what. You can’t do anything with it. I’ll come back later.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback, we weren’t aware of this being an issue. We have fixed some bugs that were causing issues with scaling and lagging. This should be fixed on the next update. 

The app is not designed to include every plate ever made, that would be impossible. It has a lot of plates to get you started and get a feel for it, but like any other database, the intention is for you to build your own library. 
Thanks for giving us a try and I hope the next version is better for you.

### 3/5 — A work in progress

*2026-05-09*

I only own Maniology plates, so I'll have an easier time (most of the plates that are already in their library are Maniology. There are a lot of gaps, but it's easy to download images from Maniology and save a new plate. My biggest problem: I can't tap on the images and zoom in to see them better. I've tried to request this feature through the app store, but I get an "access denied" message from the zen stamping site when I try. Happy to support this couple, glad it's a one time purchase and not a subscription, and I'm sure they'll keep improving it and solve the lack of zoom on images.

**Developer response:** Hi there! Thanks for your feedback. You can enlarge the plate images by rotating your phone. If you have further issues please email us at zenstamping@gmail.com and we will fix any bugs. Thanks again!

### 5/5 — So worth it!

*2026-05-07*

I’ve been screenshotting my plates and keeping them in an album on my phone. Which leads to endless scrolling and no way to search a specific image. I love that this app takes all the work out of storing your plates. While yes, some brands are missing I’m  confident that it will be updated. I cannot imagine the work it takes to put endless plates into this app.

### 5/5 — Indispensable for collectors

*2026-05-06*

I have been tracking my stamping plates with a spreadsheet for several years, but that was really only helpful to make sure I wasn’t duping myself. Being able to SEE all my plates and search by keyword is awesome.

I would love the ability to combine filters for searching but for being right out of the gate I still say it’s an organizational game changer.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for your feedback! We’re happy to hear it has been helpful :)

### 5/5 — Work in progress, but worth it

*2025-09-06*

As others have said, this may have been released a bit prematurely because it’s missing a LOT of the most well-known brand’s plates. However, the effort and right idea is there and I’m happy to help support the production by paying $8 one time (wayyyyy better than a subscription). I’d recommend adding a way to request plates added or consider sourcing help from the community for a discount or something.

## Frequently asked questions about Plate Vault

### What is Plate Vault?

Plate Vault is a mobile application designed to help users quickly find specific stamping plate designs. You can search by keywords, themes, or plate codes to locate the exact image you need for your crafting projects.

### How much does Plate Vault cost?

Plate Vault is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $7.99. This grants you access to all current features and future updates.

### What devices does Plate Vault support?

Plate Vault is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed to work seamlessly across Apple's mobile ecosystem.

### What is the age rating for Plate Vault?

Plate Vault has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. This indicates it contains no mature content.

### How often is Plate Vault updated?

The latest version of Plate Vault is 1.4, and it was last updated on September 9, 2025. The developer plans to add more brands and features soon.

### Does Plate Vault have ads?

No, Plate Vault does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for its users.

### What are the main benefits of using Plate Vault?

The primary benefit of Plate Vault is its efficient search functionality, allowing users to find specific stamping plate designs rapidly. This saves time and effort compared to manual searching.

### Can I suggest new features for Plate Vault?

While the description doesn't explicitly mention a feedback channel, the developer has stated that more brands and features are coming soon. Users can typically contact developers through app store support links for suggestions.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.12 — 2026-08-14

Minor bug fixes

### 1.11 — 2026-08-03

• Your collection now syncs across your iPhone and iPad through iCloud. Turn it on from the Browse menu — your plates stay in your own iCloud account.
• Back up your whole collection to a file and restore it later — plates, photos, wishlist and all. Also in the Browse menu.
• Swipe in any direction to dismiss a fullscreen plate photo.
• Plus bug fixes and performance improvements throughout.

### 1.10 — 2026-07-31

• Pinch to zoom on any fullscreen plate photo.
• Press and hold the logo on the search screen to see version information.
• Plus bug fixes and performance improvements throughout.

### 1.9 — 2026-07-26

• Replace a plate's photo any time — tap Edit and use "Change photo" to swap in a new shot from your camera or library. No need to delete the plate and start over.
• Fixed: two plates with the same name could end up sharing one photo, so adding the second plate would overwrite the first plate's image. Every photo now gets its own file.
• Tap any plate image to open it fullscreen.
• Plus bug fixes and performance improvements throughout.

### 1.8 — 2026-07-19

• When you customize a plate from the built-in catalog, your changes are kept and won't be overwritten when the catalog updates. Changed your mind? Tap "Restore Catalog Version" to bring back the original.
• The plate library refreshes on its own and applies catalog updates more reliably, so you always see the latest plates.

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All apps by Kyle Lutze: https://appshunter.io/developer/1713003668

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