# RSD Assistant

> Record Store Day release organizer and wishlist builder with store mapping. (iPhone/iPad app by David Strauss.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rsd-assistant/id1228387394 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [David Strauss](https://appshunter.io/developer/543327519)
- Category: Music, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 28 App Store ratings · 9 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 16 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-04-21
- Data updated: 2026-07-07
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rsd-assistant/id1228387394/reviews.md

## What is RSD Assistant?

RSD Assistant helps you browse Record Store Day release lists, build and organize your wishlist, preview albums, and plan your store run in one place.

Browse official release lists in list, grid, or retro-style cover flow views. Search, sort, and filter quickly, then open any release for details, artwork, and music preview links. Wishlist items now sync more cleanly, can be reordered, and can be viewed across all supported countries in a single global wishlist.

Track release status as you shop, export wishlists as PDF, CSV, or text, and use the participating stores map to search shops, save a store, and jump to directions. The app is built for iPhone, iPad, and Mac to make release-day planning faster, clearer, and easier.

RSD Assistant is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially associated with Record Store Day or its organizers.

## Key features

- Browse official release lists
- Build and organize wishlists
- Preview albums with music links
- Track release status
- Export wishlists (PDF, CSV, text)
- Participating store map
- Cross-country wishlist sync

## Recent user reviews (9 of 9)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rsd-assistant/id1228387394/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best app ever

*2026-03-27*

This app is so good! I love finding records and the UI is very intuitive as well.

### 1/5 — Not up to date

*2021-07-17*

Would be a really cool app but it doesn’t contain the current releases

**Developer response:** Apologies for the wait! No excuse besides life taking its course, but I have updated AND backdated the RSD’s I missed. Sorry again mate, hope you’ll give it another go.

### 2/5 — UPDATE

*2021-04-14*

Update with 2021 list when?

**Developer response:** Apologies for the wait! I have updated AND backdated the RSD’s I missed. Hope you’ll give it another go!

### 1/5 — Out of date

*2020-08-30*

I’ve enjoyed using this in the past, but it hasn’t been updated for RSD 2020

**Developer response:** Apologies for the wait! I have updated AND backdated the RSD’s I missed. Hope you’ll give it another go.

### 5/5 — 2019

*2019-03-14*

Will you be updating for 2019?

**Developer response:** I have finally updated for 2019 and beyond! Check it out, I hope you enjoy!

### 5/5 — Thanks for helping me spend more money on RSD!

*2018-04-22*

This is a great resource for researching the Record Store Day Releases and creating a shopping list. I was in and out of the store with surgical precision. Between 2 shops, I was able to spend hundreds of dollars in a few minutes and get the hell out of there, rather than getting overwhelmed and walking out without spending a dollar.

**Developer response:** Rock on amigo! I have finally updated this guy after 6 years, so if you’re partaking in the festivities this year, please give it another go. Cheers!

### 5/5 — Really good but missing key feature

*2018-04-20*

This is great but missing a key feature:  users should be able to order/prioritize their favorites!  Help the hunt :)

**Developer response:** Thank you for the review and the feature idea.

I will add favorite ordering/prioritization in 3.1.0 :)

### 5/5 — 11/10

*2018-04-18*

These goto eleven...

### 5/5 — Perfect

*2017-04-21*

Awesome!

## Frequently asked questions about RSD Assistant

### What is RSD Assistant?

RSD Assistant helps you browse Record Store Day release lists, build and organize your wishlist, preview albums, and plan your store run in one place. It's designed to make release-day planning faster and easier.

### How does RSD Assistant help with wishlists?

You can build and organize your wishlist within RSD Assistant. Wishlist items sync cleanly, can be reordered, and viewed across all supported countries in a single global wishlist.

### Can I export my wishlist from RSD Assistant?

Yes, you can export your wishlists from RSD Assistant in PDF, CSV, or text formats. This allows you to easily share or archive your desired releases.

### Does RSD Assistant show participating stores?

Yes, RSD Assistant includes a participating stores map. You can search for shops, save your preferred stores, and get directions directly within the app.

### What devices does RSD Assistant support?

RSD Assistant is built for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. This cross-platform compatibility ensures you can plan your release day on your preferred Apple device.

### Is RSD Assistant affiliated with Record Store Day?

RSD Assistant is an independent app and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially associated with Record Store Day or its organizers. It is a fan-made tool.

### What is the age rating for RSD Assistant?

RSD Assistant has an age rating of 9+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 9 and older.

### How often is RSD Assistant updated?

The latest version of RSD Assistant is 3.1.0, last updated on March 30, 2026. This suggests a history of updates, though the exact frequency is not specified.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.1.0 — 2026-03-30

- Wishlist replaces Favorites throughout the app.
- Reorder your wishlist and keep that order synced.
- View all wishlist items across countries in a new global wishlist view.
- Export wishlists as PDF, CSV, or plain text.
- Added release status tracking with Got It and No Luck.
- Improved PDF exports with a cleaner branded layout.
- Better AU, UK, and Germany 2026 data coverage and enrichment.
- Improved tracklist display in release details.
- Added a first-time hint for immersive landscape cover flow.
- Added some missing participating record stores to the map.
- General UI polish, wishlist workflow improvements, and performance cleanup.

### 3.0.0 — 2026-03-27

This update brings a major visual refresh and a round of quality-of-life improvements across browsing, favorites, and stores.

- Refreshed branding, icon treatment, launch assets, and artwork placeholders
- Added country-based and event-based color theming across the app
- Expanded bundled release coverage with backfilled RSD lists from around the world spanning 2017 to the present
- Improved release browsing with grid as the default view and better large-screen layouts
- Updated favorites screen layouts for iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Added favorites PDF export with store details and notes support
- Refined participating stores map layout and loading feedback

### 2.0.0 — 2019-11-20

In this update:

• Support for iOS 13 and Dark Mode!
• A slight redesign to add some polish.
• An updated list for Record Store Day Black Friday 2019.

### 1.2 — 2018-03-31

– An all new list of albums updated for Record Store Day 2018!
– By popular demand, I have amended the record 'liking' system by changing it to a double tap on the album art - like Instagram!
– You can now find participating stores nearby and get directions straight there via the added map feature.
– I have also thrown in an in-app review request mechanism, but it shouldn't be too naggy :)
– Added entire RSD list, including Exclusive, Limited Run, Regional Focus, and 'RSD First' Releases.

### 1.1 — 2017-11-15

– An all new list of albums updated for Record Store Day Black Friday!
– New album view redesign to allow you to (almost) literally touch the album before you buy it!
– You can now sort albums by artist, album, and format.
– Apple Music subscribers: You can now preview any available albums right from the application!
– Added albums from localized RSD releases due to popular demand.

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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 2026-07-07.*
