Comparison

BrickScan vs Popcons

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

Popcons

Features
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POPCONS App is the companion app made for Popcons enthusiasts who want to do more with their collection. Connect your board, take control of your lights, and turn your collection into a fully personalized light show — right from your phone. Manage Your Compositions Create and organize your light board compositions with ease. Build the perfect setup, save your configurations, and switch between them whenever you want. Your board, your rules. Customize Colors & Animations Choose from a wide range of colors and dynamic lighting animations to match your mood, your room, or your style. Fine-tune every detail directly from the app — no limits to how you express yourself. Simple, Intuitive Controls POPCONS App is designed to be straightforward from the first tap. Whether you're setting up for the first time or tweaking an existing composition, the interface keeps everything clear and accessible. More Coming Soon Future updates will introduce character scanning — point your camera at your characters and let POPCONS App recognize and add them to your collection automatically. Stay tuned. POPCONS is just getting started. Download it today, connect your board, and see what your collection can really do. Download POPCONS App and light it up.

Screenshots

BrickScan4 screens
Popcons4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Popcons at none against BrickScan's 2. BrickScan's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs monthly). On price, ads, device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BrickScan sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Popcons asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BrickScan ships an update weekly, Popcons monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
BrickScan versus Popcons: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrickScanPopcons
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (1.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews59.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.5 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size206 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBrickMonkey LLCZuru_Tech

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

Popcons

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

Popcons

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BrickScan free?
BrickScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Popcons free?
Popcons is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BrickScan or Popcons have ads?
Neither BrickScan nor Popcons shows ads.
Which is updated more often, BrickScan or Popcons?
BrickScan ships an update weekly, and Popcons monthly. Most recently, BrickScan was updated on October 19, 2026 and Popcons on October 4, 2026.

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