CLZ Comics collection database vs Podable
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CLZ Comics collection database
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.
- 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
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Easily catalog your comic collection. To add comics to your app, just scan the cover with your device camera. The app will recognize the comic and then automatically provides issue details, cover art, creator lists, key information and more. CLZ Comics is a paid subscription app, costing US $1.99 per month or US $19.99 per year. Use the free 7-day trial to try all of the app's features and online services! OPTIONAL ADD-ON: : Get comic values from CovrPrice at US $90 extra per year. == Catalog your comics by scanning their covers == To add a comic to the app, just take a picture of the cover with the built-in "Cover Scanner". The app will recognize which comic it is and then automatically provides issue details, cover art, creator & character lists, including key comic information, like first appearances. Alternatively, add comics by scanning their barcodes or just find a series by title and checkbox the issues you own. == Edit all fields == Modify all automatically provided details from CLZ Core, like the series, issue number, variant description, release/cover dates, plot descriptions, creator and character listings etc.. you can even upload your own cover art (front and back!). Add personal details like storage box, grade, purchase date / price / store, notes, etc.. Create your own Custom Fields so that you can catalog information for which the app does not have a built-in data field. == Create multiple collections == Collections will appear as Excel-like tabs at the bottom of your screen. E.g. for different people, to separate physical from digital comics, to keep track of comics you sold or have for sale, etc... == Optional add-on: get comic values from CovrPrice == Optional in-app purchase, at US $90 per year. Get accurate and up-to-date comic values from CovrPrice, for both raw and slabbed comics. == CLZ Cloud storage == Sync your data to the CLZ Cloud, to: * always have an online backup of your comic tracker database. * sync your comic library between multiple devices * view and share your comic collection online = 24/7 customer support == We are always ready to help or to answer your questions, 7 days a week. Just use "Contact Support" or "CLZ Club forum" from the menu. == About CLZ == CLZ has been developing collection database software since 1996. Located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, the CLZ team now consists of 12 guys and one gal. We're always working to bring you regular updates for the apps and software, and to keep our Core online databases up-to-date with all weekly NCBD releases. Our other CLZ apps: * CLZ Movies, for cataloging your DVDs, Blu-rays and 4K UHDs * CLZ Books, for organizing your book collection by ISBN * CLZ Music, for creating a database of your CDs and vinyl records * CLZ Games, for making a database of your video game collection == What our users say == * "So far, I've scanned over 20,000 comics and still going." * "The annual charge is completely worth it." * "Not only can you track your current comic collection with specific versions (covers, reprints, ext.), but also what you are missing and/or want." " It’s very easy to enter to your comics, either by series or by scanning the barcode." * "Great comic book tracking app and an awesome customer service staff." * "The barcode reader feature is fantastic!" ABOUT AUTO-RENEWABLE SUBSCRIPTIONS * The payment will be charged to your iTunes Account when you confirm the purchase. * The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. * Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Automatic renewals will cost the same price you were originally charged for the subscription. * You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. End User License Agreement: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Podable
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Podable leans into the Commander spirit with mechanics designed around real-world gameplay and table dynamics. Pods get logged as you play, then afterwards, lets you share those experiences with the community. Podable analyzes the patterns behind your Pod’s casting sessions, revealing which Commanders perform well and how different strategies play out over time. Our ultimate goal is giving players the tools they need to make better deck choices, find balanced games, and become the top dog of their local Pod through strategic intelligence. [ PODABLE - APP ] See exactly how each player's turns unfolded with Podable's Turn-by-Turn Pod Tracking. Bring a Partner! Podable has full support for Partner/Commander duo strategies. Discover Hidden Patterns! Podable transforms raw game data into understandable insights. Podable's Performance Analytics lets you discover averages based on bracket. Podable is privacy-focused! Only contribute the data you want to share. LIFE & DAMAGE FULL POD TRACKING • Commander Damage and Tax • Turn #'s and Time Duration of Each Player • Record when Sol Rings are Cast • Use the Bomb Pod for A.o.E. Damage COMMANDER ANALYSIS • Win Rates separated by Bracket and Turn Order • Averages and Standard Deviations for: - Damage dealt per game - Game duration and turn count - Color identities of Commanders TURN DYNAMICS & POD FLOW • Understand Pod dynamics Visually • Pod Maps shows the games progression • Identify the actual "slow player" with data • See who focused on whom and when • Track elimination methods: damage, infect, mill, and more BRACKET VIBE CHECK • Win rates and play rates by bracket category • Find out if your deck's bracket matches reality • Most wins by player turn order SHARE WITH THE COMMUNITY • Upload your games to contribute to global statistics • Earn upload passes by playing more games • View community-wide bracket and commander trends • Compare your stats to the global meta • News articles written by other MTG players PERFECT FOR • Playgroups who want to understand their meta • Players tracking commander performance • Enthusiasts and Content Creators looking to save game stats • Anyone tired of arguments about who takes forever • Pods working on power level balance Track every game. Analyze every pattern. Understand your pod like never before. Download Podable and start logging! Your pod's true story is waiting to be discovered.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Podable at none against CLZ Comics collection database's 4. CLZ Comics collection database's advantage is chart position (#176 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 26.0). 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
Both are free to download. CLZ Comics collection database sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Podable asks for nothing beyond the download.
CLZ Comics collection database ships an update every 11 days, Podable every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CLZ Comics collection database | Podable |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (15K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 91.2% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 15K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Subscription | — |
| Best chart rank | #176 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | CLZ | Foxcoon Industries Inc. |
Bugs and requests
CLZ Comics collection database
Reported bugs
3 issues- Barcode scanning issues on newer devices
- Syncing problems between mobile and desktop versions
- Occasional data loss or corruption
Requested features
4 requests- 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
Podable
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
CLZ Comics collection database
- CLZ Comics (Pay Monthly)7 Days trial$1.991 Month
- CovrPrice Premium (monthly)$8.991 Month
- CLZ Comics (Pay Yearly)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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- CovrPrice Premium (yearly)$89.991 Year
Podable
No in-app purchases
Questions
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