Comparison

BrickScan vs BrickAssist

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

Head to head
About

BrickScan

Instantly identify thousands of LEGO minifigures and parts by simply taking a picture. Organize, track, and estimate the value of your collection with this advanced scanner. A must-have tool for collectors and hobbyists.

Highlights
  • AI-powered minifigure and part identification
  • Scan thousands of unique figures and bricks
  • Collection tracking and value estimation
  • Identify missing parts for completion
  • Compare prices and find sellers online
  • Organize and manage LEGO collections
Features
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BrickMonkey is now BrickScan! Instantly identify over 16,000 minifigures and 76,000 LEGO parts—just snap a picture! Unlock the power of instant recognition with BrickScan - Minifigure Scanner, the most advanced scanner for LEGO fans, collectors, and hobbyists. Using your smartphone camera, scan and identify thousands of minifigs, bricks, and parts in seconds. Whether you’re organizing, tracking, or completing your collection, BrickScan is the ultimate tool for effortless identification and management. Minifigure & Part Scanner No more guessing. With BrickScan’s powerful image recognition, you can scan thousands of unique minifigures and LEGO parts. From heads and torsos to rare accessories, this scanner ensures every detail is accurately identified. Just snap a photo and let the app do the rest. Collection Tracker & Value Estimator Keep your collection organized like never before. Track your minifigs and LEGO bricks with ease, view detailed statistics, and check their estimated value. Whether you’re a beginner or a serious collector, this tool makes managing your LEGO checklist simple and efficient. Identify & Complete Your Minifigures Missing a part? Trying to complete a figure? Easily identify LEGO heads, torsos, legs, and accessories. Stop searching blindly—BrickScan helps you find exactly what you need to complete your minifigs quickly. Find Parts & Compare Prices Online Once a figure or part is identified, export your scans for easy inventory tracking or compare prices to find the best deals. Quickly locate sellers and avoid overpaying while expanding your collection. A Must-Have for LEGO Fans Whether you’re a lifelong collector, a casual hobbyist, or just starting out, this scanner makes managing your LEGO collection easier than ever. It’s more than just a checklist—it’s your personal LEGO collection assistant. Download BrickScan now and take your collection to the next level! BrickScan was created by fans and is not an official LEGO® product. The LEGO Group of companies does not sponsor or support BrickScan. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

BrickAssist

Manage your LEGO collection, track store inventory, and plan builds. This app helps organize your bricks and spark creativity for LEGO enthusiasts.

Highlights
  • LEGO inventory management
  • LEGO Store PAB content checker
  • LEGO color directory
  • Build planning tools
  • Community access
Features
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Easily manage your LEGO® inventory, check the PAB contents of LEGO Stores®, and build with ease... The ideal community app for all AFOLs! Our slogan: "Bricks in order, ideas in flow." With BrickAssist, bring order to your inventory and unleash your creativity! Never miss a piece on your visits to LEGO Stores®, thanks to our comprehensive LEGO® color directory and intuitive inventory management. Access Pick a Brick from LEGO Stores® at any time by joining the community today!

Screenshots

BrickScan4 screens
BrickAssist4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BrickAssist at none against BrickScan's 2. BrickScan's advantage is ratings volume (1.6K vs 58) and update cadence (weekly vs every 4 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. BrickScan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. BrickAssist asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for BrickScan against 4.8 for BrickAssist. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BrickScan has 1.6K ratings behind it against 58, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 60% and 60% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BrickScan ships an update weekly, BrickAssist every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
BrickScan versus BrickAssist: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrickScanBrickAssist
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.6K ratings) — better4.8 (58 ratings)
Positive reviews59.7% of reviews60.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1.6K — better58
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size206 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrickMonkey LLCSebastien TURREL

Customer experience

BrickScan

All ratings1,522 ratings
Positive97.0%
Neutral1.2%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews191 reviews
Positive59.7%
Neutral4.7%
Negative35.6%

BrickAssist

All ratings58 ratings
Positive96.6%
Neutral1.7%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive60.0%
Neutral20.0%
Negative20.0%

Bugs and requests

BrickScan

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Scanning issues with low light conditions
  • Occasional app crashes or freezes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to sort collection by set, theme, or value
  • More comprehensive database of recent minifigures
  • Option to scan heads and printed legs
  • Feature to identify stickers and printed parts
  • Wishlist functionality

BrickAssist

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

BrickScan

Subscriptions2
  • Premium$7.991 Month
  • Premium$54.991 Year
None

BrickAssist

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BrickScan free?
BrickScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BrickAssist free?
BrickAssist is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BrickScan or BrickAssist?
BrickScan is rated higher. BrickScan averages 4.9 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while BrickAssist averages 4.8 from 58 ratings.
Do BrickScan or BrickAssist have ads?
Neither BrickScan nor BrickAssist shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BrickScan or BrickAssist?
BrickScan ships an update weekly, and BrickAssist every 4 weeks. Most recently, BrickScan was updated on October 27, 2026 and BrickAssist on October 27, 2026.

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