POWERUP 4.0 vs Brick Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
POWERUP 4.0
Transform paper airplanes into smart, controllable flying machines. Experience smooth, intuitive flight with advanced sensors and dual motors. Master aerobatics, track flight data, and enjoy night flying with optional LEDs.
- On-board flight computer
- Gyro and accelerometer sensors
- Dual thrust vectoring motors
- Auto-looping aerobatics
- Real-time flight analytics
- Optional LED lights
- Wheeled takeoff and landing
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POWERUP 4.0 is the smartest, most intuitive paper plane kit we’ve ever made. It makes it possible to fly with ease and smoothness in a variety of conditions. Say goodbye to nosedives and choppy flights. We’ve added a new on-board flight computer and 2 new sensors: gyro and accelerometer, combined with 2 thrust vectoring motors. That means flying POWERUP 4.0 is smoother than ever, and can now do all this: That’s right. POWERUP 4.0 can auto-loop. So you can master tricks and awesome aerobatics by simply pressing a button. We’ve added 2 high speed motors to POWERUP 4.0. That means you’ve got double the thrust, additional maneuvering possibilities, and sharper turns. And together with the flight assist, you can fly just about anything Now you can learn to fly like a pro. We’re showing you real-time analytics including heading direction, thrust level and turning angles. We’ve made it a lot easier and way cooler to fly POWERUP 4.0 at night. Optional LED lights will enable you to light up the night - making for awesome visuals and round-the-clock fun. 2 rear wheels and 1 front wheel give your paper plane more style and make for easier takeoff and landing. They also make it possible to launch off of a surface rather than hand-launching. We partnered with the best RC hobby vloggers on the planet – FliteTest! They have put together their incredibly creative minds to develop a foam jet inspired by the F22 for the 4.0. It is made from a special laser cut foam board they created and make in the USA. Intuitive control makes it easy to fly. Simply tilt your phone in the direction you want your plane to fly. It’s really that easy. POWERUP is an incredibly helpful tool when it comes to teaching and learning aeronautics. Students can test multiple designs, analyze their work and improve their planes. Through trial and error, they can understand what makes their plane fly smoother, longer and farther- key lessons in airplane design.
Brick Scanner
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Point your camera at any collectible building set and quickly discover its estimated value. Brick Scanner turns your phone into a collector's most useful tool — scan the box, confirm the match, and see estimated market value before you buy, sell, or add anything to your collection. WHY COLLECTORS USE BRICK SCANNER Scan barcodes or box text instantly — no manual searching through catalogs Confirm every match before it's saved, so your collection stays accurate See an estimated market value range for free, with a more detailed estimate for Premium members Found a set at a store, garage sale, or online listing? Check its estimated value on the spot and make a more informed buying decision Track your entire collection and its total estimated value in one place START IN SECONDS, NO ACCOUNT REQUIRED Open the app and start scanning immediately. No sign-up, no email, no waiting. Your collection is stored on your device. BRICK SCANNER PREMIUM Premium unlocks more detailed market value estimates and unlimited price checks. Subscriptions are billed monthly or yearly and renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. Manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings. BUILT FOR HOW COLLECTORS ACTUALLY SHOP Whether you're hunting retired sets, growing a collection of small buildable figures, or making sure you don't overpay at a garage sale, Brick Scanner helps you identify what's in front of you and understand its estimated market value. Brick Scanner is an independent app and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any toy manufacturer or brand. Some features require an internet connection. Privacy Policy: https://brickscannerapp.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://brickscannerapp.com/terms Support: https://brickscannerapp.com/support Data Deletion: https://brickscannerapp.com/data-deletion
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: POWERUP 4.0 at none against Brick Scanner's 2. POWERUP 4.0 also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads 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. Brick Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. POWERUP 4.0 asks for nothing beyond the download.
POWERUP 4.0 ships an update every 2 weeks, Brick Scanner every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | POWERUP 4.0 | Brick Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.8 (125 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 45.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 125 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 143 MB | 115 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | Tailor Toys LTD | Bigs |
In-app purchases
POWERUP 4.0
No in-app purchases
Brick Scanner
- Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium Annual3 Days trial$19.991 Year









