Comparison

BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner vs Tabletop Codex

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

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About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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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/

About

Tabletop Codex

Access and master tabletop game rules with meticulously crafted summaries. Learn and play faster with clear, organized, and searchable rulebooks, including visual references and game insights. Offers a free selection of rulebooks with options to purchase individually or subscribe for full access.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive game rule summaries
  • Organized and searchable library
  • Visual references and icons
  • Logical rule layout
  • Smart search functionality
  • Game insights and reviews
  • Light/dark mode customization
Features
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It’s never been easier to learn and master your favorite tabletop games! Tabletop Codex is your essential tool for reading and referencing game rules, featuring meticulously crafted summaries by The Esoteric Order of Gamers. Learn and play games faster, never make a mistake, and and never get stuck looking for that crucial rule again. Since 2004, The Esoteric Order of Gamers has curated the largest collection of game rules summaries and reference sheets worldwide. Complex rulebooks are condensed into clear, succinct summaries that retain every crucial detail. Finally, this expertise is available in a portable, searchable app designed for ease of use. Unlike other tabletop game rulebook apps, Tabletop Codex utilizes bespoke summaries optimized specifically for this platform. Each game's rules are reorganized into logical and consistent formats, transforming chaotic manuals into digestible sections that enhance learning and gameplay clarity. Key Features: • Comprehensive Game Coverage: Over 200 popular board, card, and tabletop miniatures games at launch, with new games added all the time. • Organized and Searchable: Easily find games using the intuitive visual or text FIND section, then favourite your chosen games to move them to the LIBRARY tab. • Visual References: Game rules include essential icons and images directly from the game. Tap icons to view full-screen images for enhanced clarity. • Logical Layout: Rules are divided into clear sections and subsections, ensuring effortless navigation and quick reference during gameplay. • Smart Search: Instantly locate specific rules with our innovative search mode, pinpointing exact sections where your search term appears. • Game Insights: Each rulebook includes a box image, game basics, and a concise review by Esoteric Order of Gamers creator, Peter Gifford. • Customizable Interface: Switch between light and dark modes with a tap. On iPad, utilize fullscreen mode for an optimized viewing experience. • Device Compatibility: Supports portrait mode on iPhone and both portrait and landscape modes on iPad, with added functionality for even easier navigation on the iPad. • Free Access to 5 Rulebooks! Start your gaming journey with 5 complimentary rulebooks included when you download the app. Each rulebook provides essential game summaries to enhance your gameplay experience right away. • Flexible payment methods: You can choose to buy individual game rulebooks separately, or subscribe to unlock the entire app and get full access to all existing and future rulebooks. Subscribe per month or opt for the special discounted yearly rate. Tabletop Codex is free to download and use. Should you choose to upgrade to Tabletop Codex Premium, we offer two auto-renewing subscription option for $3.99USD/month, and $39.99USD/year: Payment will be charged to your credit card through your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the end of the subscription period. There is no increase in price when renewing. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal turned off in Account Settings in iTunes after purchase. Once purchased, refunds will not be provided for any unused portion of the term. Read our full Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy at https://www.orderofgamers.com/terms-and-conditions/ and https://www.orderofgamers.com/privacy-policy/.

Screenshots

BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner4 screens
Tabletop Codex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tabletop Codex at 95% against BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner's 36%. Tabletop Codex also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.4) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.5). BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner's advantage is ratings volume (2.3K vs 23). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Tabletop Codex sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Tabletop Codex holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner has 2.3K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 36% of BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner's written reviews are positive against 95% of Tabletop Codex's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner ships an update every 6 days, Tabletop Codex every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner versus Tabletop Codex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrickSearch Minifigure ScannerTabletop Codex
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (2.3K ratings)4.9 (23 ratings) — better
Positive reviews36.3% of reviews95.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2.3K — better23
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 11 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.513.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size60 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTiro Media LtdPeter Gifford

Customer experience

BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner

All ratings2,314 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral4.2%
Negative10.8%
Written reviews369 reviews
Positive36.3%
Neutral8.7%
Negative55.0%

Tabletop Codex

All ratings21 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral4.8%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive95.2%
Neutral4.8%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and 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

Tabletop Codex

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

5 purchases

BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner

Subscriptions5
  • 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
5 purchases

Tabletop Codex

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time3
  • Tier 1 Unlock$0.99
  • Tier 3 Unlock$2.99
  • Tier 2 Unlock$2.99

Questions

Is BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner free?
BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Tabletop Codex free?
Tabletop Codex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner or Tabletop Codex?
Tabletop Codex is rated higher. BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner averages 4.4 out of 5 from 2.3K ratings, while Tabletop Codex averages 4.9 from 23 ratings.
Do BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner or Tabletop Codex have ads?
Neither BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner nor Tabletop Codex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner or Tabletop Codex?
BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner ships an update every 6 days, and Tabletop Codex every 11 days. Most recently, BrickSearch Minifigure Scanner was updated on September 24, 2026 and Tabletop Codex on June 9, 2026.

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