Unlaced vs SneakerVault
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Unlaced
Explore, collect, and discover sneakers with this comprehensive application. Stay updated on the latest releases and manage your personal collection.
- Sneaker exploration
- Collection management
- Latest news and updates
- Discovery of new releases
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The ultimate app to explore, collect, and discover sneakers.
SneakerVault
Digitally manage your sneaker collection, track market values, and log wears. Features AI-powered photo recognition, NFC logging, and automated video recaps for sharing your passion.
- Shelf scanning for digital vaulting
- AI photo recognition for identification
- Live market value tracking
- NFC wear logging
- Collection analytics and insights
- Automated Instagram Reel generator
- Cloud sync with offline access
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SneakerVault is the ultimate digital companion for sneaker collectors. Manage your collection, track market values, log wears, and share your passion—all in one beautiful app. KEY FEATURES Shelf Scan - Scan your shelf of sneakers or boxes, upload the video, and they're vaulted digitally Photo Recognition - Snap a pic of your sneakers and let AI identify the brand, model, and colorway instantly. No more manual data entry. Live Market Values - Real-time pricing from many marketplaces keeps you updated on your collection's worth. Watch your investment grow. NFC Wear Logging - Tap NFC tags to instantly log which kicks you're wearing today. Fast, effortless, and fun. Collection Analytics - See your most-worn pairs, track rotation patterns, and discover insights about your sneaker habits. Instagram Reel Generator - Auto-create viral weekly recap videos showcasing your rotation. Share your style effortlessly. Cloud Sync - Access your collection across all devices. Works offline, syncs when you're back online. Privacy First - End-to-end encryption for your data. We never share or sell your information. Whether you're a casual collector or a sneakerhead with hundreds of pairs, SneakerVault helps you organize, track, and celebrate your passion for kicks. Download now and digitize your collection today. Subscription details: SneakerVault Pro is an auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://sneakervault.app/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://sneakervault.app/privacy.html
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Verdict
Unlaced and SneakerVault both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of SneakerVault's written reviews are positive against 64% of Unlaced's. SneakerVault also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). Unlaced's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (16K vs 15). On price, rating 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. SneakerVault sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Unlaced asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Unlaced against 4.9 for SneakerVault. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unlaced has 16K ratings behind it against 15, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 64% of Unlaced's written reviews are positive against 100% of SneakerVault's.
Unlaced ships an update every 3 weeks, SneakerVault weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Unlaced | SneakerVault |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (16K ratings) | 4.9 (15 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 64.1% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 16K — better | 15 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 171 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lawrence JONES | Mike Reavey |
Customer experience
Unlaced
SneakerVault
Bugs and requests
Unlaced
Reported bugs
4 issues- App not showing latest releases
- Release calendar stuck on old dates
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Incompatible with newer devices
Requested features
4 requests- Update release calendar
- Add more sneaker news and videos
- Improve collection management
- Integrate with more stores
SneakerVault
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Unlaced
No in-app purchases
SneakerVault
- SneakerVault Premium Monthly14 Days trial$4.991 Month
- SneakerVault Premium Annual$49.991 Year
- Sneaker Authentication$3.99
- Expert Check$6.99
- Guaranteed Authenticity Check$14.99
