# MTG Scanner vs MTG Storm Tracker

MTG Scanner and MTG Storm Tracker both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of MTG Storm Tracker's written reviews are positive against 44% of MTG Scanner's. MTG Storm Tracker also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 13). MTG Scanner's advantage is ratings volume (3.8K vs 8) and chart position (#179 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MTG Scanner sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. MTG Storm Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for MTG Scanner against 4.5 for MTG Storm Tracker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MTG Scanner has 3.8K ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of MTG Scanner's written reviews are positive against 86% of MTG Storm Tracker's.

## The numbers

| Metric | MTG Scanner | MTG Storm Tracker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (3.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mtg-scanner-dragon-shield/id1460657155/reviews)** | [4.5 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mtg-storm-tracker/id6743234506/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.8K** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 44.3% of reviews | **85.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#179** | — |
| Size | 230 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.2** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ARCANE TINMEN APS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1540066714) | [Tyler Smith](https://appshunter.io/developer/1801993149) |

## What reviewers say

### MTG Scanner

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mtg-scanner-dragon-shield/id1460657155)

**Currently charting:** #179 Top Grossing · Board (US App Store)

This app helps Magic: The Gathering players scan, value, and organize their card collections. Build decks, track card prices, and connect with friends for trading. It's designed for both collectors and competitive players to enhance their game experience.

**Highlights:** Scan Magic cards in any language, Real-time card price tracking, Organize cards into custom folders, Build and export MTG decks, Compare trade values with friends, Track top card movers, Weekly collection statistics emails

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mythic Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Rare Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Common Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Uncommon Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Mythic Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Common Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Uncommon Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast scanning
- 👍 Good for organizing collection
- 💰 Useful price tracking
- 🗂️ Customizable folders/decks

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent card recognition
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Limited search/filter options
- 🔗 Lack of integration with other apps

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Incorrect card identification
- Scanning bugs with certain card types

**Requested features**

- Ability to import/export deck lists
- Display deck value in collection
- Improved scanning for special cards
- More comprehensive filtering options


### MTG Storm Tracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mtg-storm-tracker/id6743234506)

Easily track your mana, treasures, and storm count during games. This app simplifies complex mechanics with single-touch controls, allowing for quick adjustments and turn-by-turn event tracking.

**Highlights:** Track floating mana, Track treasures, Track storm count, Single-touch controls, Turn-by-turn event tracking, Roll over mana functionality

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MTG Scanner free?

MTG Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MTG Storm Tracker free?

MTG Storm Tracker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MTG Scanner or MTG Storm Tracker?

MTG Scanner is rated higher. MTG Scanner averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.8K ratings, while MTG Storm Tracker averages 4.5 from 8 ratings.

### Do MTG Scanner or MTG Storm Tracker have ads?

Neither MTG Scanner nor MTG Storm Tracker shows ads.

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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.*