Comparison

Diecast Collector vs parQlot

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

Head to head
About

Diecast Collector

This app is a digital companion for model car enthusiasts, offering the latest news, vintage collectables, and brand-new diecast releases. It provides regular price guides, auction information, and buying tips for a wide range of diecast models.

Highlights
  • Latest diecast news and reviews
  • Vintage and new model features
  • Regular price guides
  • Auction and event listings
  • Buying and restoration tips
  • Extensive manufacturer coverage
Features
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Diecast Collector is the most popular UK model collecting magazine, featuring both vintage collectables and the brand-new diecast releases. The monthly magazine is written and edited by collectors with a passion for the subject and includes a wide range of in-depth features and supplements on models old and new. • Features from the likes of Corgi Toys, Dinky Toys, Tri-ang Spot-On, Matchbox Superfast and Hot Wheels • Latest news and reviews • Regular price guides so you know what it's worth • Auctions, toyfairs and events. • Buying and restoration tips • The very latest releases from all the major manufacturers in the industry – AUTOart, Aviation 72, Bburago, Best of Show, Britains, Brooklin, CMC, CMF, Conrad, Corgi, Diecast Masters, DNA Collectibles, Ebbro, EFE, Eligor, Esval, Gemini Jets, Greenlight, InFlight, iScale, Ixo, Jada, KK, Maisto, MarGe Models, Matrix, Mini GT, Minichamps, Model Car Group, Norev, Northcord, NZG, Oxford Diecast, Paragon, Premium Classixxs, ROS, Schuco, Solido, Spark, Staples & Vine, Tecnomodel, Tekno, Top Marques, Triple 9, TSM, Universal Hobbies, Weise-Toys, Wiking, WSI, and many more. ---------------------------------------------- This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues. Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest issue. -The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product. -You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. -Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased. -If a subscription offers a free trial, at the end of the trial period, you will be charged the full price of the subscription. You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription settings on your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account. We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved. If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update, please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store Help and frequently asked questions can be accessed in-app and on pocketmags. If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com -------------------- You can find our privacy policy here: http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx You can find our terms and conditions here: http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx

About

parQlot

Features
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Your miniature car collection deserves better than a spreadsheet. parQlot is the ultimate companion app for die-cast and scale model car collectors. Whether you're hunting for rare Hot Wheels, curating a Minichamps showcase, or just starting out with your first Matchbox, parQlot brings your passion to life. — CATALOG IN ONE TAP — Skip the tedious cataloguing. Just snap a photo of your model and parQlot identifies it automatically. Add it to your collection in seconds. Your entire garage, always in your pocket. — BUILD YOUR WISHLIST — Never forget a model you want. Keep track of every car on your radar, from limited editions to everyday finds, and get notified when collectors near you have them available. — EXPLORE CAR CULTURE — Every model has a story. Dive deep into the history behind your favorite cars, brands, and manufacturers. Stay up to date on events, releases, and what's happening in the collector world. Supported brands include Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Minichamps, Spark, AutoArt, Kyosho, Tamiya, Bburago, Corgi, Majorette, Solido, Mini GT, and many more. parQlot — Drive the car culture. Collect it.

Screenshots

Diecast Collector4 screens
parQlot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: parQlot at none against Diecast Collector's 12. parQlot also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs every 9 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Diecast Collector sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. parQlot asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Diecast Collector ships an update every 9 months, parQlot every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Diecast Collector versus parQlot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDiecast CollectorparQlot
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (11 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings11 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 11 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWarners Group Publications PLCParQlot

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Diecast Collector

Subscriptions4
  • Diecast Collector Auto-Renewable Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Diecast Collector Auto Renewable Subscription$4.991 Month
  • Diecast Collector 3M Auto Sub$17.493 Months
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  • Diecast Collector Auto-Renewable Subscription1 Month trial$63.991 Year
One-time8
  • The Corgi Story (id:676041)$2.99
  • Diecast Models ... (id:706023)$2.99
  • Diecast Models ... (id:706026)$2.99
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  • April 2013 (id:825640)$6.99
  • July 2013 (id:825649)$6.99
  • January 2025 (pp:1110416)$6.99
  • September 2024 (pp:1000579)$6.99
  • Diecast Collector 6 Issue Bundle$24.99
None

parQlot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Diecast Collector free?
Diecast Collector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is parQlot free?
parQlot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Diecast Collector or parQlot have ads?
Neither Diecast Collector nor parQlot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Diecast Collector or parQlot?
Diecast Collector ships an update every 9 months, and parQlot every 11 days. Most recently, Diecast Collector was updated on November 1, 2026 and parQlot on October 28, 2026.

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