Comparison

Collections Database vs Zenfor

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

Head to head
About

Collections Database

Organize anything with a personal database app. It offers over 20 field types, customizable layouts, and pre-built templates for common uses like books or expenses. Advanced features and iCloud sync are available.

Highlights
  • 20+ field types (text, number, picture, barcode, etc.)
  • Customizable fields and display styles
  • Pre-built templates (books, contacts, expenses, etc.)
  • Organize with collections and subcollections
  • Password, Face ID, and Touch ID protection
  • iCloud synchronization across devices
  • Advanced fields and calculations (Pro version)
Features
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Collections is a personal database app to organize anything. 1. A field for every use Collections supports over 20+ field types: • Text, Number • Boolean • Picture • Select • Email, URL, Phone • Password • Date, Time • Color • Barcode And with the Pro version you can use even more advanced fields. • Document reference - Link documents together • Group - Add multiple values for a field • Formula - Create a formula for calculated values. Powerful formula editor with full support to math functions like SUM, AVG • Sources - Import documents from external APIs with Javascript 2. Customizable • Add and reorder fields • Add a separator between fields to better visualize them • Fields have different display styles like primary, secondary, thumbnail • Filter and sort data 3. Templates Collections includes basic templates to get started: • Books • Contacts • Expenses • Subscriptions • Credentials • Inventory • School 5. Advanced management Collections has different tools to help you creating the data model. SUBCOLLECTIONS Organize data into collections and subcollections. Simply said, they are like folders. LISTS A list contains items used in documents and it's very flexible. It could represent a Genre for a book or a Status like 'Available', 'Out of stock' for an object in the inventory. 6. Security • Protect collections using a password, Face ID or Touch ID • Sensitive data such as passwords are encrypted by default 7. iCloud Sync Data is synced automatically between devices through iCloud. 8. Apple's Shortcuts support Expand the app capabilities with Apple's Shortcuts support. 9. Pro version features • Add unlimited documents (free version is limited to 100 documents) • Add files to documents • Add advanced fields • Views • Grid • Use Summary to perform calculations across documents

About

Zenfor

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Introducing Zenfor: Your Ultimate PDF Q&A Experience Welcome to Zenfor, the app that takes your PDF interactions to the next level. Dive into the world of knowledge and exploration like never before with our innovative Q&A PDF solution. Key Features: Instant Answers: Seamlessly insert your PDF documents and receive instant, accurate answers to your questions. Say goodbye to lengthy searches and hello to efficient learning. Interactive Learning: Transform your PDFs into interactive study materials. Pose questions directly within the document and engage in dynamic discussions to deepen your understanding. Data Privacy: Rest assured, Zenfor prioritizes your data privacy. We do not collect personal information or data, ensuring a secure and confidential learning experience. Experience a new era of PDF interaction with Zenfor. Elevate your learning, master complex topics, and unlock the full potential of your PDF documents. Download now and embrace the future of Q&A-enhanced PDF exploration. Empower your learning journey with Zenfor - where knowledge meets interaction.

Screenshots

Collections Database4 screens
Zenfor4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Zenfor at none against Collections Database's 3. Zenfor also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Collections Database's advantage is device support. On price 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. Collections Database sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Zenfor asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Collections Database versus Zenfor: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCollections DatabaseZenfor
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (192 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings192 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better—
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB107 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMatteo D'IgnazioCan Kalender

Bugs and requests

Collections Database

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Keyboard issues when using search
  • Inconsistent behavior between iOS and macOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Collaborative features for sharing databases
  • More advanced reporting and visualization options
  • Improved import/export functionality
  • Ability to customize the appearance and layout

Zenfor

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Collections Database

One-time3
  • Collections Ultra (Upgrade)$1.99
  • Collections Pro$7.99
  • Collections Ultra$9.99
None

Zenfor

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Collections Database free?
Collections Database is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zenfor free?
Zenfor is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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