Comparison

Codemag vs Slot Car Collection

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Codemag

Access in-depth articles for software developers covering mobile, cloud, database, and architecture. Explore a free, open-source framework for simplified application development. Subscribe to the magazine for regular content updates.

Highlights
  • In-depth articles on mobile, cloud, and database development
  • Real-world software development experience from authors
  • Free, open-source CODE Framework
  • Simplified data access components
  • Magazine subscriptions available within the app
Features
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CODE Magazine is the leading independent magazine for software developers. We specialize in delivering in-depth article by authors who have real-world software development experience. Regular topics include: *Mobile Development: iOS. *Cloud Development *Database Development *Architecture **CODE Framework is free and open-source available from CODEPlex. Our framework boasts a large list of components that assist developers with common aspects of application development including simplified data access and much more. Magazine Subscriptions are available for purchase inside this app. Six months subscription - $9.99 (automatically renewed until canceled) One year subscription - $19.99 (automatically renewed until canceled) Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your iTunes account will automatically be charged at the same price for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period unless you change your subscription preferences in your account settings. You can manage your subscriptions through your account settings after purchase on your device. No cancellation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. Please visit http://www.magzter.com/ns/privacy-policy.html for our Privacy Policy and http://www.magzter.com/ns/terms_condition.html for our Terms & Conditions

About

Slot Car Collection

Organize, manage, and showcase your slot car collection with detailed inventory tracking, powerful search, and transaction history. Easily catalog cars, track investments, and manage wishlists. Includes a UPC scanner for quick identification and analytics on your collection's value.

Highlights
  • Catalog slot car collection with detailed attributes
  • Powerful search and filtering by brand, model, condition
  • Transaction management for purchase and sale history
  • Wishlist feature for desired models
  • UPC scanner for quick car identification
  • Collection analytics and valuation tracking
  • Support for major slot car brands
Features
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Slot Car Collection: Track, Catalog & Connect The ultimate companion app for slot car enthusiasts and collectors! Slot Car Collection helps you organize, manage, and showcase your entire collection with precision and ease. Catalog Your Collection Maintain a comprehensive digital inventory of your slot cars with detailed information including brand, model, year, color, chassis type, and more. Packaged and loose cars are tracked separately to maintain accurate collection records. Powerful Search & Filtering Quickly find specific cars using our powerful search engine. Filter by brand, series, condition, or any other attribute to locate cars in seconds rather than digging through storage boxes. Transaction Management Record purchase prices, sale values, and maintain a complete financial history of your collection. Track your investment and see actual value appreciation over time. Wishlist Feature Add coveted models to your wishlist so you always know what you're looking for when visiting shops or online auctions. UPC Scanner Simply scan a barcode to instantly identify and add new cars to your collection or check if you already own a particular model while shopping. Powerful Analytics View comprehensive statistics about your collection including total investment, current valuation, and most valuable pieces. Brand Support Includes detailed information for major brands including Aurora, Autoworld, and more, with regular updates adding new releases as they become available. Perfect for casual collectors and serious enthusiasts alike, Slot Car Collection transforms how you manage, enjoy, and grow your slot car hobby. Never lose track of what you own or what you're looking for again! Download now and bring your collection into the digital age!

Screenshots

Codemag3 screens
Slot Car Collection4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Slot Car Collection at 5.0 against Codemag's 1.0. Slot Car Collection also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 12 months). Codemag's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Codemag sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 6 months. Slot Car Collection asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Slot Car Collection holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 0% and 0% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Codemag ships an update every 12 months, Slot Car Collection every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Codemag versus Slot Car Collection: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCodemagSlot Car Collection
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (5 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size22 MB576 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMagzter Inc.James Roe

Customer experience

Codemag

All ratings5 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Slot Car Collection

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Codemag

Subscriptions2
  • CODE Magazine$9.996 Months
  • CODE Magazine$13.991 Year
One-time8
  • CODE Magazine - May/June 2015$3.99
  • CODE Magazine - July/August 2015$3.99
  • CODE Magazine - September/Ocotober 2015$3.99
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  • CODE Magazine - Nov/Dec 2015$3.99
  • CODE Magazine - Jan/Feb 2016$3.99
  • CODE Magazine - July - August 2016$3.99
  • CODE Magazine - November/December 2016$3.99
  • CODE Magazine September - Octo$3.99
None

Slot Car Collection

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Codemag free?
Codemag is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Slot Car Collection free?
Slot Car Collection is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Codemag or Slot Car Collection?
Slot Car Collection is rated higher. Codemag averages 1.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Slot Car Collection averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Codemag or Slot Car Collection have ads?
Slot Car Collection shows ads; Codemag does not.
Which is updated more often, Codemag or Slot Car Collection?
Codemag ships an update every 12 months, and Slot Car Collection every 2 months. Most recently, Codemag was updated on November 1, 2026 and Slot Car Collection on October 30, 2026.

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