# CLZ Comics collection database vs Black Library

The clearest difference is review sentiment: CLZ Comics collection database at 91% against Black Library's 11%. CLZ Comics collection database also leads on rating (4.9 vs 2.3) and ratings volume (15K vs 72). Black Library's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. CLZ Comics collection database sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Black Library sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

CLZ Comics collection database holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 2.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CLZ Comics collection database has 15K ratings behind it against 72, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 91% of CLZ Comics collection database's written reviews are positive against 11% of Black Library's.

CLZ Comics collection database ships an update every 2 weeks, Black Library every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CLZ Comics collection database | Black Library |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clz-comics-collection-database/id320501548/reviews)** | [2.3 (72 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black-library-the-app/id6717585932/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 72 |
| Positive reviews | **91.2% of reviews** | 11.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#158** | — |
| Size | 31 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [CLZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/314588588) | [Games Workshop Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1518657692) |

## What reviewers say

### CLZ Comics collection database

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clz-comics-collection-database/id320501548)

**Currently charting:** #158 Top Grossing · Entertainment (US App Store)

Easily catalog your comic book collection by scanning covers or barcodes. Automatically retrieves issue details, creator lists, and cover art. Organize into multiple collections and track personal data like purchase price and storage location.

**Highlights:** Scan comic covers for automatic recognition, Barcode scanning for modern comics, Automatic issue details and cover art retrieval, Edit all comic details and add personal notes, Create multiple, organized collections, Optional comic value estimates, Cloud backup and multi-device sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| CLZ Comics (Pay Monthly) | $1.99 | per month |
| CovrPrice Premium (monthly) | $8.99 | per month |
| CLZ Comics (Pay Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| CovrPrice Premium (yearly) | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Comprehensive database
- 🔍 Helpful search and organization features
- 💾 Seamless cloud sync
- 🔢 Barcode scanning for quick entry

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔍 Some missing or outdated comic data
- 💰 Subscription model can be costly for some
- 🔍 Inconsistent pricing/valuation data

**Reported bugs**

- Barcode scanning issues on newer devices
- Syncing problems between mobile and desktop versions
- Occasional data loss or corruption

**Requested features**

- Ability to manually add/edit comic details
- Integration with comic pricing/valuation services
- More customization options for collection organization
- Improved pull list and new release tracking


### Black Library

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black-library-the-app/id6717585932)

Access thousands of Warhammer ebooks and audiobooks in one place. Build your personal collection and enjoy stories from various Warhammer universes on the go. Discover new releases on their launch day and explore a vast back catalog.

**Highlights:** Thousands of ebooks and audiobooks, Integrated e-reader, Integrated audio player, New releases on launch day, Vast back catalog, Multilingual ebook support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Book - Tier 3 | $3.99 | one-time |
| BL Tier 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 27 | $4.99 | one-time |
| BL Tier 4 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 6 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 7 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 25 | $10.49 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 26 | $10.49 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 13 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 14 | $13.99 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 21 | $20.99 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 17 | $21.99 | one-time |
| Book - Tier 24 | $31.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CLZ Comics collection database free?

CLZ Comics collection database is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Black Library free?

Black Library is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, CLZ Comics collection database or Black Library?

CLZ Comics collection database is rated higher. CLZ Comics collection database averages 4.9 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while Black Library averages 2.3 from 72 ratings.

### Do CLZ Comics collection database or Black Library have ads?

Neither CLZ Comics collection database nor Black Library shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CLZ Comics collection database or Black Library?

CLZ Comics collection database ships an update every 2 weeks, and Black Library every 3 weeks. Most recently, CLZ Comics collection database was updated on September 29, 2026 and Black Library on September 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*