Comparison

DVD Profiler vs VisualRecord

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

Head to head
About

DVD Profiler

Manage your DVD and Blu-ray collection on the go. Catalog your discs, track loans and viewings, and access detailed movie information. Sync with a desktop version or use it standalone.

Highlights
  • Catalog DVDs and Blu-rays
  • Track loans and viewings
  • Barcode scanning for adding discs
  • Browse collection by genre, year, etc.
  • View detailed movie data and cast/crew
  • Sync with desktop version
  • Free online storage
Features
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Whether you're a current user of DVD Profiler for Windows or not, DVD Profiler for iPhone/iPod Touch/iPad will help you take control of your DVD and Blu-ray addictions! "Blows every other film catalog app out of the water. Nearly perfect from the start." Mark Cruickshank "Absolutely Awesome!! A got to have.... This app for me was worth the wait." nonenow "It rocks! Can you imagine something this nice in a 1.0 release? We've waited a long time for it and from my reviewing, looks and feels outstanding! I hope it gets a spotlight by Apple soon!" Geezer63 "All I can say is that it far exceeded my expectations and in my opinion is the ONLY way to manage your disc collection no matter how large or small. If you want the best cataloging program look no further than this one." Tom "Buy this now! Amazing! Blows all the competition away. This is a must have app if you collect movies. Really shows off what the iPhone can do." Cary_B _______________________________________ This universal app is a one-time purchase and will run on your iPhone (including Retina display support), iPod Touch and iPad (with a native iPad interface) - any or all. DVD Profiler's unique combination of integrated application and custom online data access sets it apart from competing alternatives. With an enormous community of dedicated users worldwide, DVD Profiler's database is refined daily to provide detailed data for all your favorite (and not so favorite) movies. Our huge library of informational profiles for DVDs and Blu-rays (over 500,000 and counting) ensures you'll always have the scoop on new releases and the details of your collection on the go. If you have DVD Profiler for Windows, you can sync your collection to your iOS device over a local Wi-fi connection. DVD Profiler for iOS now includes free online storage of your collection via our DVD Profiler Online feature - share your collection between iOS devices, or with a PC. New to DVD Profiler? No problem! Although the mobile and desktop apps work well together, the desktop app is not required. You can get started tracking your collection right on your iOS device. - Add to your collection by search, by UPC (barcode scanning supported), or by browsing new and upcoming releases. - Keep track of your Wish List, Ordered, and Owned categories. Premium users of the desktop app can also create custom categories. - Monitor and update loans and viewings. Find out who has what with three taps. - Browse your collection by Genres, Media Types, Year, Rating, Country, etc. - Create and refine custom searches to find just the right DVD to watch. - View detailed data on each disc - full cover images, full cast and crew, ratings, genres, audio tracks and subtitles, etc. - Delve into your collection by Cast and Crew, branching your search by filmography. - View trailers and browse reviews right from the app. - Set and browse reviews for each entry, and browse reviews submitted by other DVD Profiler users. For users of our desktop app: - Make changes on your desktop app, your mobile app, or both - the changes are merged seamlessly when you connect. - Command and control your PC version of DVD Profiler from your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad - play trailers and view fullscreen covers on your PC with a few taps on your mobile device. ** - Remotely print charts from your mobile device. - Remotely print a custom DVD Profiler collection report - hundreds are available for free download from invelos.com, or create your own. ** ** Note: Some remote control features (e.g. report printing and desktop trailer play) require a paid registration for DVD Profiler on your PC.

About

VisualRecord

This app offers a visual database for recording information about objects, including photos. It allows for powerful searching using SQL or a simpler fetch interface. Ideal for cataloging valuables for insurance or personal inventory.

Highlights
  • Visual record keeping
  • Attach multiple photos per record
  • Store textual descriptions
  • SQLite database storage
  • SQL query language support
  • Intuitive 'fetch' interface for filtering
  • Use iPad camera or Photo Library
Features
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VisualRecord for iPad provides an easy to use, visual record keeping database. With its intuitive interface, VisualRecord allows you to record information about a particular object, including one or more pictures of the object itself. The information you supply about the object, including photos, is stored in the form of a record in a SQLite database table. This allows you to use the powerful SQL query language to search over the records you've created and filter the data to suit your needs. In addition, VisualRecord provides a "fetch" interface which requires no prior knowledge of SQL that also allows you to filter your data based on simple criteria. When you add a new record for a particular object to your database table, VisualRecord makes it easy to insert a picture of the object into the record itself using your iPad's Photo Library or Camera. The records in your database table can include textual fields of arbitrary length. This allows you to include descriptive text in the record associated with the object in question. VisualRecord is ideal for record keeping of your valuables for insurance purposes.

Screenshots

DVD Profiler4 screens
VisualRecord4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: VisualRecord at 100% against DVD Profiler's 54%. VisualRecord also leads on price (Free vs $2.99) and rating (5.0 vs 3.8). DVD Profiler's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 10 months). On 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

VisualRecord is free to download; DVD Profiler costs $2.99 up front. VisualRecord sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. DVD Profiler asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

VisualRecord holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DVD Profiler has 241 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of DVD Profiler's written reviews are positive against 100% of VisualRecord's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DVD Profiler ships an update every 2 weeks, VisualRecord every 10 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 2 level
DVD Profiler versus VisualRecord: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDVD ProfilerVisualRecord
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating3.8 (241 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews53.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings241 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 10 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaidFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS8.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size21 MB4 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperInvelos Software, Inc.Kal-El Software

Customer experience

DVD Profiler

All ratings241 ratings
Positive71.0%
Neutral9.5%
Negative19.5%
Written reviews374 reviews
Positive53.7%
Neutral15.0%
Negative31.3%

VisualRecord

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

DVD Profiler

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when trying to update collection
  • Barcode scanning not working on newer iPhones
  • Custom entry buttons hidden behind device UI elements
  • Inconsistent behavior between iOS versions

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to manually add/edit movie details
  • Improve syncing between mobile and desktop versions
  • Expand database coverage for newer/obscure titles
  • Implement cloud-based syncing without desktop software
  • Add support for more device types (e.g. Android, Mac)

VisualRecord

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

DVD Profiler

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

VisualRecord

One-time1
  • Remove App Restrictions$2.99

Questions

Is DVD Profiler free?
DVD Profiler costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is VisualRecord free?
VisualRecord is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, DVD Profiler or VisualRecord?
VisualRecord is rated higher. DVD Profiler averages 3.8 out of 5 from 241 ratings, while VisualRecord averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do DVD Profiler or VisualRecord have ads?
Neither DVD Profiler nor VisualRecord shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DVD Profiler or VisualRecord?
DVD Profiler ships an update every 2 weeks, and VisualRecord every 10 months. Most recently, DVD Profiler was updated on October 15, 2026 and VisualRecord on October 8, 2026.

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