# SetMatch vs Minifig Scan

The clearest difference is rating: Minifig Scan at 4.9 against SetMatch's 3.8. Minifig Scan also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 73%) and ratings volume (3K vs 14). SetMatch's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Minifig Scan sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. SetMatch asks for nothing beyond the download.

Minifig Scan holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Minifig Scan has 3K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of SetMatch's written reviews are positive against 98% of Minifig Scan's.

SetMatch ships an update weekly, Minifig Scan every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SetMatch | Minifig Scan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setmatch/id1317647093/reviews) | **[4.9 (3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minifig-scan/id6475598662/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **3K** |
| Positive reviews | 72.7% of reviews | **98.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 49 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [David Preiss](https://appshunter.io/developer/310093917) | [Francis Bonnin](https://appshunter.io/developer/284043095) |

## What reviewers say

### SetMatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/setmatch/id1317647093)

This app helps you rebuild your LEGO sets by identifying missing pieces. You can load your sets, select the pieces you have, and it will tell you what's needed to complete them. It also helps identify where loose bricks belong.

**Highlights:** Load and manage LEGO sets, Identify missing set pieces, Find the set for loose bricks, Efficiently restore LEGO collections, Organize LEGO pieces by set

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Minifig Scan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/minifig-scan/id6475598662)

Scan data codes on LEGO Minifigure boxes to identify the figure inside. This fan-made app helps you discover which minifigure you'll get before opening. It may also provide links to purchase figures online.

**Highlights:** Scan minifigure data codes, Identify minifigure contents, Links to purchase products, Fan-made identification tool

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy us a coffee | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy us a minifig | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy us a set | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Accurate and reliable
- 🚀 Fast and efficient scanning
- 📋 Helpful collection tracking
- 💰 Saves money on duplicates
- 🤖 Easy to use and intuitive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Difficulty scanning smaller QR codes
- 🤖 Occasional scanning issues
- 🗄️ Lack of support for older/other Minifig series

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional incorrect figure identification
- Scanning issues with certain Minifig boxes

**Requested features**

- Add support for more Minifig series
- Improve scanning for smaller QR codes
- Implement manual code entry option
- Add historical collection data


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SetMatch free?

SetMatch is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Minifig Scan free?

Minifig Scan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SetMatch or Minifig Scan?

Minifig Scan is rated higher. SetMatch averages 3.8 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Minifig Scan averages 4.9 from 3K ratings.

### Do SetMatch or Minifig Scan have ads?

Neither SetMatch nor Minifig Scan shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SetMatch or Minifig Scan?

SetMatch ships an update weekly, and Minifig Scan every 2 weeks. Most recently, SetMatch was updated on October 1, 2026 and Minifig Scan on October 19, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*