# My Collection vs Bot Binder

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bot Binder at 100% against My Collection's 20%. Bot Binder also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.7) and ads (none vs shown). My Collection's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ratings volume (199 vs 13). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bot Binder sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. My Collection asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bot Binder holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My Collection has 199 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of My Collection's written reviews are positive against 100% of Bot Binder's.

My Collection ships an update every 2 months, Bot Binder daily. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | My Collection | Bot Binder |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.7 (199 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-collection-comic-scanner/id6444194199/reviews) | **[4.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bot-binder/id6771506484/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **199** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 23 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hip Ecommerce, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652987186) | [Max Linden](https://appshunter.io/developer/6771506486) |

## What reviewers say

### My Collection

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-collection-comic-scanner/id6444194199)

Effortlessly catalog your comic book collection by simply taking a photo. The app automatically identifies the volume and issue number, provides a guide value, and adds it to your digital library. Manage and value your entire collection from your phone or web browser.

**Highlights:** Image recognition for comic identification, Automatic volume and issue number detection, Guide value estimation, Digital collection management, Web and mobile access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient scanning feature
- 💡 Ability to see other users' collections
- 🔍 Provides pricing information

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🔍 Inaccurate or missing pricing data
- 🕰️ Slow loading and performance issues
- 🔒 Unreliable login and data persistence

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes or crashes on launch
- Inability to access previously scanned collections
- Incorrect recognition of comic variants and editions
- Compatibility issues on newer devices

**Requested features**

- Manual entry option for comics not recognized
- Sorting and filtering options for collections
- Grading and slab support
- Trending/analytics for collection value


### Bot Binder

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bot-binder/id6771506484)

This app helps Transformers collectors track their figures, monitor real-world value, and discover deals. Connect with a community of fans, buy and sell items, and manage your collection with detailed logging and custom lists.

**Highlights:** Collection tracking with photos and purchase details, Live value tracking with aftermarket data, Comprehensive catalog of thousands of figures, Community-driven values and reviews, Verified deals across major retailers, Marketplace for buying and selling, Forum and news for collectors

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spark Supporter | $0.99 | per month |
| Bolt Supporter | $2.99 | per month |
| Energon Cube Supporter | $4.99 | per month |
| Workshop Supporter | $9.99 | per month |
| Allspark Supporter | $19.99 | per month |
| Cybertron Crown Supporter | $49.99 | per month |
| Energon Cube Supporter | $4.99 | one-time |
| Workshop Supporter | $9.99 | one-time |
| Allspark Supporter | $19.99 | one-time |
| Cybertron Crown Supporter | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is My Collection free?

My Collection is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bot Binder free?

Bot Binder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, My Collection or Bot Binder?

Bot Binder is rated higher. My Collection averages 2.7 out of 5 from 199 ratings, while Bot Binder averages 4.8 from 13 ratings.

### Do My Collection or Bot Binder have ads?

My Collection shows ads; Bot Binder does not.

### Which is updated more often, My Collection or Bot Binder?

My Collection ships an update every 2 months, and Bot Binder daily. Most recently, My Collection was updated on September 10, 2026 and Bot Binder on September 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*