Comparison

Collections App vs Formbook

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

Head to head
About

Collections App

Features
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Collections App An innovative platform designed for the world of collecting and relationship management. Collectors and owners, authors, experts, infrastructure agents and intermediaries, thought leaders and influencers - every representative of the world of private collections will be able to leverage the advantages of the system. - Interface and Accessibility An intuitive interface that allows you to work easily with and analyze large amounts of data. Intelligent search and filtering systems allow you to use any criteria when selecting exhibits. - Complete information The description of exhibits, based on modern standards, and the data management system allow you to keep records of each action with the exhibit, create ownership histories and financial history in a user-friendly format. - Mobility Applications for the iPad and iPhone, as well as the web version, provide 24/7 access to exhibits, collections, history, current status and data management via the Internet in online mode; the iPad application also allows you to save and process data in offline mode. - Interactions A unique system of roles, teams, desktops and interactions, provides instant and direct communication with representatives of the world of private collections and serves as a valuable solution for collectors or owners. - Support User support will not only help you set up the system and ensure you are using it effectively, but will also consult on the management of exhibits or collections, help you find an expert, restorer, insurance company, seller or buyer. - Security Modern encryption technologies ensure the safety and security of each user's confidential information.

About

Formbook

This app allows you to create structured notes that function like database forms, saving you time and providing instant chart statistics. It supports collaboration, cross-device synchronization, and AI-powered form building with numerous field types.

Highlights
  • Form-based note creation
  • Instant chart statistics
  • Notebook sharing for collaboration
  • AI-powered automated form builder
  • 30+ form field types
  • Cross-device synchronization
  • Export to PDF and CSV
Features
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Formbook: the revolutionary personal database app. Formbook is a new generation database app in which you create form based notes to easily store information. Formbook is the perfect app for structured information note taking. With Formbook, notes behave like database forms: create a notebook and define the fields you need to store your information. Form based notes have amazing benefits: - Gain a huge amount of time while taking notes as you just need to fill in form fields. - Instantly obtain chart stats on the data contained in your notebooks. - Share notebooks for collaboration with other Formbook users. Here are some usage examples. Create notebooks to: - Keep track of your progress in sport training. - Remember your favorite restaurants in places you visit. - Store your recipes. - Follow to do tasks. - Prepare a trip by describing the places to visit. - Keep track of any object inventory (with barcode reader). Formbook comes with a powerful dashboard feature that visually displays charts on your data. Personalize your charts and analyse data in detail. Formbook is cross device: notes are automatically synchronized on your iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch via iCloud. Formbook is also available on your Apple Watch: access your notes and notebooks directly from you Apple Watch. Formbook is powered by AI: save time with the new automated form builder. Enter your notebook name and Formbook infers the database fields. Choose among 30 form field types when conceiving your notebook structure: - Short text field - Long text field - Secret text field revealed by FaceID or TouchID - Code text field (programming languages) - Number - Currency - Stepper (number) - Slider (number) - Calculation (using the data from other fields) - Yes/No button - Date and Time fields - Duration - Images and photos - List of elements (with optional checkboxes) - List of tags - Rating (with stars) - Email (with compose button) - Address (with map access) - Phone number (with compose button) - URL (with browse button) - Barcode and QR code (with scan button) - Current location (latitude, longitude, address) Export your notes as PDF file and CSV file to use the data with spreadsheet apps.

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Collections App at none against Formbook's 2. Collections App also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 17.6). Formbook's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months) and device support (4 vs 1). On price 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. Formbook sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Collections App asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Collections App ships an update every 2 months, Formbook every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Collections App versus Formbook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCollections AppFormbook
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.5 (32 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—79.9% of reviews
Number of ratings—32 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS12.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKYUB, OOOMathieu Morgensztern

Bugs and requests

Collections App

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Formbook

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • Crashes on macOS Ventura and newer
  • Crashes when validating fields in new notes
  • Export functionality issues with CSV and PDF
  • Barcode field scans but cannot search by barcode
  • Star rating field too sensitive to accidental changes
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  • Performance degradation with photos in notes
  • Text field labels not visible in note panel
  • Syncing issues between devices
  • Import duplicates data instead of updating
  • Occasional freezing and slowness
  • Watch app syncing problems
  • In-app purchase requires repurchase after updates

Requested features

30 requests
  • Field-specific search functionality
  • Advanced multi-criteria filtering
  • Table/spreadsheet view for data
  • Password/biometric app protection
  • Rich text formatting (bold, italic, colors)
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  • File attachment support (PDFs, documents)
  • Drag-and-drop image insertion
  • Move notes between notebooks
  • Duplicate notebook without content
  • Advanced calculated fields with date math
  • Print functionality for records and lists
  • Customizable PDF export templates
  • Folder organization for notebooks
  • Read-only mode for records
  • Barcode scanning search capability
  • Calendar integration
  • Reminder/alert field with notifications
  • Multiple image support per field
  • Keyboard shortcuts/Shortcuts app integration
  • Collaborative sharing between users
  • Template creation for notebooks
  • Undo/backup functionality
  • Batch operations (edit, delete multiple)
  • Tag autocomplete with global tag list
  • Sub-tags support
  • Column/card view options
  • Adjustable font sizes
  • Home button for quick navigation
  • Bulk import with update option
  • Android version

In-app purchases

None

Collections App

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Formbook

One-time2
  • Notebook sharing$3.99
  • Additional fields pack$3.99

Questions

Is Collections App free?
Collections App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Formbook free?
Formbook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Collections App or Formbook have ads?
Neither Collections App nor Formbook shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Collections App or Formbook?
Collections App ships an update every 2 months, and Formbook every 4 days. Most recently, Collections App was updated on October 1, 2026 and Formbook on October 14, 2026.

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