# MyStuff2 Pro vs BinsAndBoxes

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | MyStuff2 Pro | BinsAndBoxes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (529 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystuff2-pro/id550892332/reviews)** | [4.3 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/binsandboxes/id1605508150/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **529** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 68.6% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 34 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Richard Maddy](https://appshunter.io/developer/287115069) | [Merge 2 One Media](https://appshunter.io/developer/392314939) |

## What reviewers say

### MyStuff2 Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystuff2-pro/id550892332)

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:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Donation Level 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Custom Color Schemes | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Branding | $3.99 | one-time |
| Import/Export Spreadsheets | $3.99 | one-time |
| Multiple Databases | $3.99 | one-time |
| Donation Level 5 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Donation Level 10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unrestricted Items | $11.99 | one-time |
| Pro Features | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful and customizable database
- 🔒 Secure data storage
- 👍 Excellent organization and tracking
- 👍 Flexible and adaptable to various needs
- 👍 Helpful customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🐛 Inconsistent barcode scanning functionality
- 🐛 Confusing user interface for new users
- 🐛 Limitations on number of items in free version
- 🔋 Concerns about data loss and backup issues

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/binsandboxes/id1605508150)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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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