Comparison

Trimble Perspective Mobile vs VINCollector

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

Head to head
About

Trimble Perspective Mobile

Operate and manage data from Trimble X7 and X9 3D Laser Scanners directly from your mobile device. Connect wirelessly to set scan parameters, control operations, and review captured data in the field.

Highlights
  • Connect to Trimble X7/X9 scanners
  • Manage projects
  • Set scan and image parameters
  • Control scan operations
  • Review data in the field
  • Automatic scanner connection
Features
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The application is used to connect to the Trimble X7 and X9 3D Laser Scanners to operate the instrument and manage scans. The application demands a one-time Trimble ID sign-in for the user to get into the application, if the user is an existing Trimble user, they can use their Trimble ID credentials to log in. New users can create an account and sign in to the application. To use this application, the Trimble X7/X9 must be powered ON and available within the Wi-Fi range of the mobile device. First time application requests the user to connect to the scanner wifi from iPhone wifi settings with the password given to them. Upon successful connection, the user will be taken into the application home screen and be able to access various features in the app. Features include: Manage projects, set scan and image parameters, control scan operations, and review data in the field. From the second launch onwards, the application will try to connect to the scanner wifi automatically with previously connected Scanner Wi-Fi SSID with a pre-configured Wi-Fi password, this enables the user to quickly access the scanner features through the application.

About

VINCollector

This app helps vehicle owners meticulously document and organize all aspects of their vehicle's history. It allows for easy capture of service records, modifications, documents, and photos, creating a comprehensive ownership timeline. Powerful sharing tools enable users to selectively showcase their vehicles with others.

Highlights
  • Document service, modifications, and mileage
  • Scan and organize invoices and receipts
  • Create chronological vehicle timelines
  • Store documents, photos, and receipts
  • Track expenses and set reminders
  • Share vehicle profiles and builds
Features
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VINCollector is a private vehicle documentation and ownership platform built to organize and preserve everything that happens to and with your vehicles. Build a complete ownership record of service, modifications, documents, mileage, photos, events, and more. Power analytics surface insights, and a suite of tools make it easy to share your passion with others at events, forums, and beyond. Built by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts. Robust enough for a serious collection, simple enough to use every day, and private by default. Snap a photo of an invoice and VINCollector scans it, organizes the information, files the record, and preserves the original. Capture effortlessly today and build a complete history over time. CAPTURE RECORDS IN SECONDS Document ownership as it happens or quickly bring decades of existing records into VINCollector. Snap a photo or upload an invoice, service receipt, title, or other vehicle document, and VINCollector helps extract and organize the information while preserving the original. Add service, modifications, mileage, fuel, and other records in moments, with documents, photos, and receipts connected right where they belong. EVERYTHING CONNECTED OVER TIME Every entry becomes part of a chronological timeline for that vehicle. Documents, photos, costs, mileage, parts, and details stay connected to the service, modification, or event they support, giving you a clear record of what happened and when. THE COMPLETE OWNERSHIP RECORD • Service and maintenance history • Modifications and builds • Parts, installed and on the shelf • Receipts, titles, and documents • Mileage and fuel tracking • Expenses and reminders • Events, photos, and milestones Whether you're maintaining a daily driver, restoring a project, or managing a significant collection, VINCollector has the structure and depth to build a complete, lasting record. EVERYTHING IN ONE PLACE No more gloveboxes, inboxes, spreadsheets, and photo libraries each holding a piece of your vehicle's history. Every vehicle keeps its own timeline, documents, records, and media, while collection tools let you manage many vehicles without losing what makes each one unique. PRIVATE BY DEFAULT. SHARED ON YOUR TERMS. Your vehicles and records are yours alone unless you decide otherwise. You choose exactly what to share, and sensitive information stays private. POWERFUL SHARING TOOLS • Create a curated public profile for buyers, judges, clubs, and fellow enthusiasts • Claim a free QR decal with an active subscription so anyone at your car can scan and explore what you choose to share • Share builds to forums and social media with links that stay current as your record grows • Share photos with stable links that stay connected over time • Update, pause, or take down anything you've shared at any time BUILT FOR REAL OWNERSHIP We built VINCollector because we wanted it ourselves: the structure and reliability of serious software, redesigned for vehicle ownership, and approachable enough to use from the driveway, at the shop, or on the show field. A LASTING OWNERSHIP RECORD A vehicle's history is more than service visits. It's the work you did, the parts you chose, the roads you drove, the events you attended, and the experiences that shaped your ownership. Preserve it for yourself today, and when the time comes, pass along a complete record that gives the next owner the history and provenance behind the vehicle. FREE TO START Document your first vehicle for free. Subscriptions unlock more vehicles, modules, and advanced ownership tools. Download VINCollector and start building a complete ownership record today.

Screenshots

Trimble Perspective Mobile4 screens
VINCollector4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: VINCollector at 5.0 against Trimble Perspective Mobile's 4.0. Trimble Perspective Mobile's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support 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. VINCollector sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Trimble Perspective Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VINCollector holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Trimble Perspective Mobile versus VINCollector: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrimble Perspective MobileVINCollector
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTrimble Inc.VINCollector LLC

In-app purchases

None

Trimble Perspective Mobile

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

VINCollector

Subscriptions3
  • Driver (Monthly)$7.991 Month
  • Enthusiast (Monthly)$14.991 Month
  • Pro Collector (Monthly)$34.991 Month

Questions

Is Trimble Perspective Mobile free?
Trimble Perspective Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is VINCollector free?
VINCollector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Trimble Perspective Mobile or VINCollector?
VINCollector is rated higher. Trimble Perspective Mobile averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while VINCollector averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Trimble Perspective Mobile or VINCollector have ads?
Neither Trimble Perspective Mobile nor VINCollector shows ads.

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