Comparison

MyStuff2 Pro vs BinsAndBoxes

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

Head to head
About

MyStuff2 Pro

Easily catalog and organize all your possessions, from collections to household items. Features like barcode scanning, customizable categories, and data syncing help you manage your inventory, avoid duplicate purchases, and prepare for emergencies.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning for easy data entry
  • Customizable categories and fields
  • Cross-device data syncing
  • Import/export data via CSV, Excel, PDF
  • Multiple database support
  • Search, filter, and sort capabilities
  • User-defined actions and bundles
Features
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It's now easier than ever to keep track of all your stuff. Organize your collections, music, movies, books, video games, electronics, wine lists, jewelry, appliances, office supplies, or anything else in your possession with this easy to use but powerful database and inventory application. MyStuff2 Pro allows you to get organized. Avoid buying something you already have. Make it easy to find your stuff. Be prepared in case of theft, fire, or flood. NOTE: The initial free version has a limit of 15 items but it includes all Pro features so you can try out all functionality. Once upgraded to unrestricted items, the Pro level features become optional in-app purchases. Data entry is made easy with barcode scanning and product search, autofill, quick copy, and bulk editing. User definable categories allow you to keep track of what you want and how you want it. MyStuff2 Pro comes with sample categories to get you started quickly but you can set it up any way you desire to fit your needs. Here is a small list of things you can keep track of: • Movies • Music • Books • Video Games • Coins • Stamps • Quilting/knitting/sewing materials • Wine Cellar • Garage Sales / Estate Sales • Art • Electronics • Appliances • Toys • Clothes • Jewelry • Furniture • Product Inventory • Anything you want to organize Maintain multiple, independent databases of information. Automatically sync your data between your iOS and macOS devices or share your data automatically with other MyStuff2 Pro users. Import existing data from other applications using CSV files, Excel (xlsx) and Open Document (ods) spreadsheet files. Transfer data into or out of MyStuff2 Pro using your own computer, email, iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, Box, OneDrive, ftp, other apps, or other iOS/macOS devices running MyStuff2 Pro. You can export your data as CSV files, PDF reports, or Excel (xlsx) and Open Document (ods) spreadsheet files. Email data to yourself or others. View data in other apps installed on your iOS device. Backup and restore features allow you make a copy of your data for safe keeping. User defined actions allow you to keep track of various item events. Examples include donating, lending, selling, using, or repairing. User defined bundles allow you to group related items into an easy to use collection. Quickly find your items using MyStuff2 Pro's powerful filtering, searching, and sorting capabilities. MyStuff2 Pro allows you to enter the following types of data: • Text (single-line) • Barcode • Calculated (formulas supporting 130+ functions) • Color • Contact (Address Book) • Count • Currency • Date • Decimal (e.g. 3.14) • Duration (hour, minute, second) • Email Address • Integer (e.g. 42) • Item Link (related items) • Location (GPS, address, map) • Note (multi-line) • Phone Number • Rating • Signature • Term (years, months, days) • Time • Toggle (Yes/No, On/Off, etc.) • Voice Memo • Web Address (URL) • Lookup List (user defined list of values) Store up to 40 images for each of your items. Add file attachments to your items. View and export the attachments. Setup alarms on any date value. Great for things like warranty or replacement reminders. Share your data with others. Email lists to co-workers or friends and family. Other users of MyStuff2 Pro can import your shared data directly simply by opening the email attachment. Customize item lists to display exactly the data you want to see. Apply colors to categories, actions, or individual items to make them stand out. See a summary of the item list you are viewing. Shows item count, totals, and averages of your data. Protect access to your data with a passcode. Keep others out of your data. You can also passcode protect individual categories. Please visit http://www.maddysoft.com/mystuff to see additional information, tutorials, FAQs, and contact information for MyStuff2 Pro. NOTE: If you have any issues please contact support. Supports backup files from Mindersoft's MYStuff Pro macOS app.

About

BinsAndBoxes

Easily catalog and manage your personal belongings with this intuitive inventory app. Add items with images and descriptions, generate QR code labels for quick scanning, and organize items across multiple locations. A free plan is available to track up to 50 items.

Highlights
  • Easy item inventory management
  • QR code label generation
  • Quick search and scan functionality
  • Multiple storage location support
  • Free plan for up to 50 items
Features
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Track 50 Items for Free! Introducing Bins and Boxes – the smart, simple, and efficient way to inventory, organize, and manage your personal belongings. Say goodbye to rummaging through storage bins, boxes, or drawers. With Bins and Boxes, everything is right where you need it, when you need it. KEY FEATURES: • Easy Inventory Management Quickly add, edit, and categorize your items with images and descriptions. Perfect for tools, documents, decorations, collectibles, and more. • Rapid Add – Fill a Bin in Seconds Snap photo after photo and let AI do the rest. Each item is uploaded and named automatically as you shoot – no typing required. It's the fastest way to inventory an entire bin. • QR Code Labels Generate and print custom QR code labels for each bin or box. Scan a label to instantly view its contents. • Search and Filter Find what you need fast. Search by name, category, or location to locate any item in seconds. • Multiple Storage Locations Manage inventory across your home, office, garage, or storage unit. Stay organized in every location. • Cloud Backup Your inventory is securely backed up to the cloud. Switch phones or reinstall the app without losing a thing. • Free Plan Available Try Bins and Boxes for free – track up to 50 items at no cost. Upgrade to unlock unlimited items. PERFECT FOR: Organizing your home, moving, decluttering, or managing collections. Designed for everyday users, collectors, and home organizers alike. Download Bins and Boxes today and know exactly what's in every box. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

MyStuff2 Pro4 screens
BinsAndBoxes4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: MyStuff2 Pro at 529 against BinsAndBoxes's 4. MyStuff2 Pro also leads on device support (3 vs 1). BinsAndBoxes's advantage is review sentiment (80% vs 69%). On price, rating, update cadence 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. MyStuff2 Pro sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and BinsAndBoxes sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.4 for MyStuff2 Pro against 4.3 for BinsAndBoxes. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MyStuff2 Pro has 529 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of MyStuff2 Pro's written reviews are positive against 80% of BinsAndBoxes's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MyStuff2 Pro ships an update fortnightly, BinsAndBoxes monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
MyStuff2 Pro versus BinsAndBoxes: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyStuff2 ProBinsAndBoxes
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (529 ratings) — better4.3 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews68.6% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings529 — better4
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterMonthly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRichard MaddyMerge 2 One Media

Customer experience

MyStuff2 Pro

All ratings529 ratings
Positive86.8%
Neutral2.8%
Negative10.4%
Written reviews277 reviews
Positive68.6%
Neutral5.8%
Negative25.6%

BinsAndBoxes

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%

Bugs and requests

MyStuff2 Pro

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes when adding items or photos
  • Syncing issues between devices
  • Disappearing product images and data
  • Limitations on number of items in free version

Requested features

5 requests
  • Improved barcode scanning and product data lookup
  • More intuitive user interface and onboarding
  • Ability to edit and customize existing databases
  • Enhanced sync and backup options (e.g., Dropbox)
  • Expanded default categories and templates

BinsAndBoxes

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

9 purchases

MyStuff2 Pro

One-time9
  • Donation Level 1$0.99
  • Custom Color Schemes$2.99
  • Remove Branding$3.99
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  • Import/Export Spreadsheets$3.99
  • Multiple Databases$3.99
  • Donation Level 5$4.99
  • Donation Level 10$9.99
  • Unrestricted Items$11.99
  • Pro Features$19.99
3 purchases

BinsAndBoxes

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription$2.991 Month
  • Month1 Month trial$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription$24.991 Year

Questions

Is MyStuff2 Pro free?
MyStuff2 Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BinsAndBoxes free?
BinsAndBoxes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MyStuff2 Pro or BinsAndBoxes?
MyStuff2 Pro is rated higher. MyStuff2 Pro averages 4.4 out of 5 from 529 ratings, while BinsAndBoxes averages 4.3 from 4 ratings.
Do MyStuff2 Pro or BinsAndBoxes have ads?
Neither MyStuff2 Pro nor BinsAndBoxes shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MyStuff2 Pro or BinsAndBoxes?
MyStuff2 Pro ships an update fortnightly, and BinsAndBoxes monthly. Most recently, MyStuff2 Pro was updated on September 24, 2026 and BinsAndBoxes on September 20, 2026.

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