Comparison

IC References vs PartVault

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

Head to head
About

IC References

Access reference designs for electronic and electromechanical components. Search by manufacturer, reference number, or part number, and link directly to design files and datasheets. Facilitates communication by allowing direct email sharing of information.

Highlights
  • Search by IC Manufacturer, Reference, or Part Number
  • Link to IC Reference Designs
  • Link to Würth Elektronik Datasheets
  • Parametric Search for Reference Designs
  • Email Sharing of Information
  • Multilingual Support (English, German, French)
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The “IC References” App allows you to access all reference designs containing Electronic & Electromechanical Components from Würth Elektronik. Features: - Search via IC Manufacturer, IC Reference or Würth Elektronik Part number - Link to the IC Reference designs - Link to the Würth Elektronik data sheets - Parametric search for any reference design with Würth Elektronik components - Send E-mails direct from the app to inform your customer or colleague - App available in English, German and French

About

PartVault

Organize your electronic components with a searchable inventory. Track stock levels, assign QR codes to storage locations, and manage project requirements. Export data in various formats for easy management and backups.

Highlights
  • Smart component tracking with stock alerts
  • QR code system for storage location identification
  • Project management with component allocation
  • Flexible storage location organization
  • Data export to CSV, JSON, and PDF
  • Import component lists from CSV
Features
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Transform your cluttered component collection into an organized, searchable inventory PartVault is the essential app for electronics enthusiasts, engineers, and makers who want to take control of their component chaos. Whether you're managing hundreds of resistors or tracking expensive microcontroller modules, PartVault makes inventory management simple and efficient. Key Features: Smart Component Tracking Add components with photos, specifications, and pricing information. Set minimum stock levels to get alerts when supplies run low. Track quantities with precision using the built-in adjustment calculator. Revolutionary QR Code System Transform any QR code into a storage location identifier. Scan existing QR codes or print new ones to assign to boxes, drawers, and shelves. Later, simply scan the same code to instantly see what components are stored there. Comprehensive Project Management Plan your builds by creating projects and defining component requirements. Check availability against your inventory, allocate components to active projects, and generate shopping lists for missing items. Track project progress from planning to completion. Flexible Storage Organization Create named storage locations that match your workshop setup. Whether you use storage boxes, component drawers, or custom shelving, PartVault adapts to your organizational system. Powerful Data Management Export your inventory data in multiple formats including CSV for spreadsheets, JSON for technical backups, and PDF for printable reports. Import existing component lists from CSV files with intelligent duplicate handling. Privacy-First Design All your data stays on your device. No account required, no data collection, no tracking. Optional CloudKit integration provides seamless sync across your Apple devices while maintaining complete privacy. Perfect for: - Electronics hobbyists managing personal components - Engineering students organizing lab supplies - Makers planning Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects - Professional engineers tracking prototyping materials - Anyone tired of buying duplicate components Advanced Features: - Low stock warnings with customizable thresholds - Component search and filtering by category or location - Project cost estimation based on component pricing - Bulk quantity adjustments with quick-add buttons - Dark mode support for late-night workshop sessions Seamless Integration: - CloudKit sync across iPhone and iPad - Share shopping lists via AirDrop or Messages - Export data to popular spreadsheet applications - Import component lists from existing inventories Stop wasting time searching through unmarked boxes and drawers. Join thousands of makers who have transformed their component management with PartVault. Your organized workshop awaits. Download PartVault today and never lose another component.

Screenshots

IC References4 screens
PartVault4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: IC References at 3 against PartVault's 1. IC References also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 18.5). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for IC References against 5.0 for PartVault. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
IC References versus PartVault: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIC ReferencesPartVault
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS9.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size61 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWuerth Elektronik eiSos GmbH & Co. KGAndrew Watkins

Customer experience

IC References

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

PartVault

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

IC References

No in-app purchases

None

PartVault

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IC References free?
IC References is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is PartVault free?
PartVault is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, IC References or PartVault?
IC References and PartVault are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do IC References or PartVault have ads?
Neither IC References nor PartVault shows ads.

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