Comparison

CLZ Comics collection database vs BattleMapper

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

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About

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.

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
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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/

About

BattleMapper

Features
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BattleMapper is a fast, lightweight tactical map editor built for tabletop RPG Game Masters and players. Whether you are sketching a quick impromptu dungeon during a live session or prepping your next encounter on the go, BattleMapper lets you create clean, professional grid maps on your iPhone in seconds. TACTICAL DRAWING TOOLS Smart Walls: Single-tap to toggle wall segments, or drag across orthogonal paths with live dotted previews to build corridors and rooms effortlessly. Merged Doors: Place doorways along grid lines that automatically merge into unified, continuous entryways matching your walls. Secret Passages: Hidden doors rendered with distinct theme accents and vertical S glyphs. Stairs: Place tiered staircases inside individual grid cells, complete with directional up and down badges that toggle with a tap. Windows and Pillars: Add dashed window apertures and toggle circular or square stone pillars at grid intersections. 2D Drag-to-Erase: Tap individual items to erase, or drag a selection box to clear entire rooms, interior elements, and stairs in one motion. VISUAL THEMES Match your campaign atmosphere with multiple vector-rendered aesthetic styles: Pen and Paper: Classic hand-drawn graph paper with ink lines and warm wooden accents. Parchment: Antique fantasy parchment with rich earthen hues. Blueprint: High-contrast technical grid with crisp cyan and white lines. Dark Dungeon: Atmospheric low-light stone aesthetic for underground exploration. GRID CUSTOMIZATION Flexible Dimensions: Configure custom map sizes from 10x10 up to 60x60 squares. Major Grid Accents: Highlight every 5 or 10 squares for rapid movement and spell range estimation. Coordinate Headers: Optional alphanumeric labels (A-Z columns, 1-N rows) for precise player positioning and callouts. Measurement Units: Customize grid scale labels to match your system (5 ft, 1.5 m, 1 sq, 10 ft, or custom). Viewport Navigation: Smooth two-finger pan, pinch-to-zoom, and automatic initial camera centering. MAP LIBRARY AND BACKUPS Continuous Auto-Save: Every stroke, element placement, dimension change, and rename persists instantly in the background. Map Library: Organize, search, rename, and manage all your encounter maps.

Screenshots

CLZ Comics collection database4 screens
BattleMapper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BattleMapper at none against CLZ Comics collection database's 4. CLZ Comics collection database's advantage is chart position (#189 vs unranked) and device support (3 vs 1). On price 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. CLZ Comics collection database sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. BattleMapper asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard4 real differences · 7 level
CLZ Comics collection database versus BattleMapper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCLZ Comics collection databaseBattleMapper
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (15K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews91.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings15K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationSubscription—
Best chart rank#189 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCLZThomas Charles Walford

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

BattleMapper

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

CLZ Comics collection database

Subscriptions4
  • 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
None

BattleMapper

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CLZ Comics collection database free?
CLZ Comics collection database is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BattleMapper free?
BattleMapper is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CLZ Comics collection database or BattleMapper have ads?
Neither CLZ Comics collection database nor BattleMapper shows ads.

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