CodeNab vs BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CodeNab
Quickly and privately scan barcodes and QR codes. Search the web for more information, share results, or save them to your secure iCloud. Auto-copy functionality is also available.
- Scan barcodes and QR codes
- Web search for code information
- Share scan results
- Save codes to iCloud
- Auto-copy after scan
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CodeNab translates your barcodes and QR codes quickly, conveniently and privately. We do not track you in this app, scan codes knowing that your scans are kept private for your eyes only! Features: - Scan barcodes and QR codes - Search the web to pull more information about your code - Share the code results - Save your codes to your secure and private iCloud for future searches - Enable auto copy after each scan
BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner
Instantly identify LEGO minifigures before opening the box and track your collection. Earn cashback on LEGO purchases and stay updated on news and events. Manage your collection, wishlist sets, and compare prices.
- Instant minifigure box scanner
- Offline scanning capability
- Track LEGO collection
- Earn 3% cashback on LEGO.com
- Track set retiring dates
- Browse LEGO archive
- Compare prices
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Scan Collectible Minifigure Series 29, Shrek, and Mighty Machines online, offline, track as you collect, and use our stock checker to know if your favourite is in your local store. Brick Search is the ultimate app for LEGO fans, featuring the best-ever LEGO minifigure box scanner and rewards on LEGO.com purchases. Identify minifigures before opening the box, track your LEGO collection and earn cashback in LEGO eGift cards. BRICK SEARCH FEATURES • Scan LEGO minifigures instantly using the revolutionary minifigure box scanner • Works with or without an internet connection • Scan multiple minifigure boxes at once while shopping in-store • Earn 3% cashback on LEGO.com purchases in selected regions (paid as LEGO eGift cards) • Track retiring dates for LEGO sets, sorted by theme • Explore detailed features on interesting LEGO sets and themes • Read reviews from LEGO experts • Stay up to date with major LEGO news and events The LEGO minifigure scanner allows fans to identify which minifigure is inside the box before opening it. The scanner works instantly, even offline, and can scan multiple boxes at the same time, making it perfect for in-store LEGO minifigure shopping. COLLECTION TOOLS Brick Search also includes powerful tools for LEGO collectors: • Manage your LEGO collection, including Brickset compatibility • Add sets to your wishlist • Browse thousands of LEGO sets in the LEGO archive • Compare prices across multiple retailers to find the best deal • View high-quality images of LEGO sets BRICK SEARCH PLUS Brick Search Plus members get unlimited use of the LEGO minifigure scanner along with exclusive benefits: • £30 voucher for The Minifigure Store (UK & Europe only; terms apply)* • Access to the Brick Search Plus Discord community • Early access to upcoming features and the chance to give feedback • The Brick Search Plus newsletter • The complete LEGO archive of more than 10,000 sets *Annual members only Brick Search Plus costs £2.49 per month or £19.99 per year, saving 16% compared with the monthly option. AFFILIATE DISCLOSURE Brick Search participates in LEGO affiliate programmes in the UK, US and other regions. Brick Search may earn commission from qualifying purchases. Brick Search is not affiliated with The LEGO Group. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: CodeNab at 100% against BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner's 36%. CodeNab also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 6) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (2.3K vs 43). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. CodeNab asks for nothing beyond the download.
CodeNab holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner has 2.3K ratings behind it against 43, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of CodeNab's written reviews are positive against 36% of BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner's.
CodeNab ships an update every 5 months, BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CodeNab | BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (43 ratings) — better | 4.4 (2.3K ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 36.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 43 | 2.3K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 6 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.5 — better | 15.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Decimal Software, LLC | Tiro Media Ltd |
Customer experience
CodeNab
BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner
Bugs and requests
CodeNab
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner
Reported bugs
3 issues- Scanning not working for some users
- Collection data being lost after updates
- Frequent crashes and connection issues
Requested features
4 requests- Add original set prices
- Improve search and filtering options
- Sync collection across devices
- Add dedicated minifigure section
In-app purchases
CodeNab
No in-app purchases
BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner
- Brick Search Plus Monthly$3.991 Month
- Brick Search Plus Monthly$4.991 Month
- Brickset Trial 3 Months3 Months trial$9.993 Months
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- Brick Search Plus Annual3 Months trial$19.991 Year
- Brick Search Plus Annual2 variants$29.991 Year
Questions
Is CodeNab free?
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