Super helpful
The scanning tech is really impressive, was able to scan in my collection of 600 tapes in just a few minutes
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Identify VHS tapes at thrift stores by photographing them. The app uses five distinct taste profiles to judge each tape, providing clear verdicts with reasoning. Track your collection and wish list to avoid duplicates and find desired items.
✓Photograph VHS tapes for identification
✓Five unique taste profiles for tape evaluation
✓Detailed reasoning for each tape verdict
✓Manage personal collection and want lists
✓Offline searchable database of 45,000 VHS titles
✓Customizable taste profiles based on user preferences
✓Weekly curated tape recommendations
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What's New in Rewind
1.1
July 22, 2026
Rewind now does discs. DVD, Blu-ray, and LaserDisc join VHS: scan spines and covers the same way, no barcodes, and keep every format in one collection. This is the biggest update since launch: - Scan your shelves. Photograph what you own and your whole collection catalogs itself. Shelf scans get their own home on the Collection tab. - Know where to hunt. More than 33,000 US stores, mapped. Save your regular spots, leave a note when one comes through, and check events near you. - A much bigger database. 190,000 titles with full cast, character names, and actual editions: distributors, catalog numbers, release years. - Search that knows people. Look up actors, directors, and studios, not just titles. - Guides. Curated collections, narrated by the reviewers. - Collection insights, sharper weekly picks, and a pile of smaller fixes.
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FAQ
What is Rewind used for?
Rewind helps you identify VHS tapes at thrift stores by allowing you to photograph them. It then uses five different taste profiles to judge each tape, providing a verdict and reasoning. You can also use it to track your personal VHS collection and items you wish to acquire.
How does Rewind identify VHS tapes?
You photograph VHS tapes using the app, and it analyzes the images to identify titles. It then processes this information through five distinct taste profiles, each with its own criteria for evaluating tapes, such as action, horror, or niche genres.
Can I create my own taste profile in Rewind?
Yes, Rewind allows you to create a sixth taste profile based on your own preferences. You can select favorite movies from a poster grid and skip genres you dislike, and the app will build a personalized profile that provides its own weekly picks.
Does Rewind have ads?
No, Rewind does not contain advertisements. It is a free application built by a collector who wanted a tool to simplify the process of identifying VHS tapes while thrifting.
Is Rewind available on Android devices?
Based on the provided data, Rewind is currently only supported on iPhone devices. There is no information available regarding Android compatibility at this time.
How often is Rewind updated?
The application was last updated on April 16, 2026, with version 1.0. This indicates it is a new release, and future updates will likely occur to add features and refine its performance.
What kind of information does Rewind provide about VHS tapes?
Rewind provides posters, descriptions, release years, genres, and rarity information for over 45,000 VHS titles. This data is searchable offline, making it useful even without an internet connection.
Does Rewind require an account to use?
No, Rewind does not require an account, login, or setup to begin using. You can open the app and start scanning tapes immediately. Your collection, want list, and scan history are stored locally on your phone.