Comparison

Craftis AR vs Brickstack

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

Head to head
About

Craftis AR

Transform your crayon drawings into animated 4D characters that come to life on your screen. Scan activity packs to unlock immersive AR experiences with 3D animation and sound.

Highlights
  • Bring drawings to life in 4D
  • Scan QR codes for new activities
  • 3D animation and sound integration
  • Immersive AR experience
  • Character design with crayons
Features
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Bring your colouring-in to life with the Craftis AR app! Use your crayons to design your own characters and watch them appear in 4D, right in front of your eyes. Download the free Craftis AR app, scan the QR code on your children’s activity pack and point your device towards the page. Whether it's discovering a new world through the eyes of a cheeky explorer, or being the lead singer in your own rock band, each QR code triggers a new activity which combines your colouring in, 3D animation and sound, to create a fully immersive AR experience. Don’t forget to show us your photos, we’d love to see them! @CraftisUK

About

Brickstack

Features
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Point, shoot, identified Use your camera to recognise sets, parts, and minifigures instantly. No typing set numbers or hunting through catalogues — just snap and add. Your collection, always at a glance Every set, part, and minifigure you own in one place. Track status — sealed, built, parted out, or for sale — and search your inventory in seconds. Connected to BrickLink BrickLink is built in. Browse, sync your inventory, and manage your store directly from BrickStack — no switching apps. Reseller-ready Track what you paid, see current market values, and know exactly what's worth holding and what's ready to sell. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ and Privacy Policy: https://valdris.net/app/brickstack/privacy Always backed up Your inventory is stored securely in the cloud, so it's there whenever you need it. Whether you've got ten sets or ten thousand pieces, BrickStack keeps it all organised.

Screenshots

Craftis AR4 screens
Brickstack4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Craftis AR at none against Brickstack's 1. On price, update cadence, 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. Brickstack sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $6.99 per month. Craftis AR asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Craftis AR versus Brickstack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCraftis ARBrickstack
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size128 MB5 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperHarmony Studios LimitedBrendan Tack

In-app purchases

None

Craftis AR

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Brickstack

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Subscription$6.991 Month

Questions

Is Craftis AR free?
Craftis AR is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Brickstack free?
Brickstack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Craftis AR or Brickstack have ads?
Neither Craftis AR nor Brickstack shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Craftis AR or Brickstack?
Craftis AR ships an update every 2 months, and Brickstack every 2 months. Most recently, Craftis AR was updated on November 3, 2026 and Brickstack on October 31, 2026.

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