Comparison

Diecast Collector vs Diecast Keeper

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

Diecast Keeper

Catalog and organize your diecast car collection with detailed information, photos, and notes. Easily search and browse your inventory to avoid duplicate purchases and manage models of all brands and scales.

Highlights
  • Detailed car inventory
  • Organize by brand, series, scale
  • Track purchase price and value
  • Add photos and notes
  • Search and browse collection
  • Avoid duplicate purchases
Features
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Managing your diecast collection has never been easier. DiecastKeeper is designed for diecast collectors who want a simple and powerful way to catalog, organize, and manage their collection. Keep all your models in one place and always know what you own. Whether you collect Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Maisto, Majorette, Mini GT, Pop Race, Bburago, or any other brand, DiecastKeeper works with collections of all brands and scales. - Organize Your Collection: Create a detailed inventory of your diecast cars and keep track of the information that matters to you, including: • Car name and model • Brand and series • Scale and color • Collection and series number • Release year • Collector number and toy code • Purchase price and estimated value • Photos and personal notes - Find Your Cars Easily Quickly search and browse your collection instead of going through boxes, shelves, or spreadsheets. Organize your diecast models by brand, series, collection, scale, and other details. Avoid Duplicate Purchases Before buying another car, check your collection and see if you already own it. Keep your inventory up to date and avoid unnecessary duplicates. - Built for Diecast Collectors Whether you are starting your first Hot Wheels collection or managing thousands of diecast cars, DiecastKeeper helps you keep everything organized. From 1:64 scale Hot Wheels and Matchbox cars to 1:43, 1:24, 1:18 and other scales, your entire diecast collection can be managed in one place. Stop relying on spreadsheets and notes. Build your digital diecast inventory and take control of your collection with DiecastKeeper. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://diecastkeeper.com/privacypolicy.pdf

Screenshots

Diecast Collector4 screens
Diecast Keeper4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Diecast Collector at 5.0 against Diecast Keeper's 4.0. Diecast Collector also leads on ratings volume (11 vs 1). Diecast Keeper's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 9 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Diecast Keeper sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Diecast Collector holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Diecast Collector has 11 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Diecast Collector ships an update every 9 months, Diecast Keeper every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Diecast Collector versus Diecast Keeper: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDiecast CollectorDiecast Keeper
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (11 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Number of ratings11 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 9 monthsEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size28 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWarners Group Publications PLCFabio Dordetto de Abreu

Customer experience

Diecast Collector

All ratings11 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Diecast Keeper

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 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
Show 1 more
  • Diecast Collector Auto-Renewable Subscription1 Month trial$63.991 Year
One-time6
  • The Corgi Story (id:676041)$2.99
  • Diecast Models ... (id:706023)$2.99
  • Diecast Models ... (id:706026)$2.99
Show 3 more
  • April 2013 (id:825640)$6.99
  • July 2013 (id:825649)$6.99
  • Diecast Collector 6 Issue Bundle$24.99
3 purchases

Diecast Keeper

Subscriptions2
  • Premium$6.991 Month
  • Annual subscription$44.991 Year
One-time1
  • USA Premium$7.99

Questions

Is Diecast Collector free?
Diecast Collector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Diecast Keeper free?
Diecast Keeper is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Diecast Collector or Diecast Keeper?
Diecast Collector is rated higher. Diecast Collector averages 5.0 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Diecast Keeper averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Diecast Collector or Diecast Keeper have ads?
Neither Diecast Collector nor Diecast Keeper shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Diecast Collector or Diecast Keeper?
Diecast Collector ships an update every 9 months, and Diecast Keeper every 5 days. Most recently, Diecast Collector was updated on November 1, 2026 and Diecast Keeper on November 5, 2026.

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