Comparison

collection.direct vs Artwork Codex

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

Head to head
About

collection.direct

Features
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Organize your collection using a wide range of criteria, with fast search and flexible filters. Browse artworks by medium, artist, dimensions, technique, materials, acquisition cost, insurance value, current market valuation, date of creation, current location, status, exhibition requirements, condition, notes, and many other attributes. Art-Historical Analysis Each artwork profile brings together the information you need to manage and understand the object: - Art-historical description - Acquisition cost - Insurance value - Current expert valuation - Current location - Storage and exhibition requirements - Provenance and acquisition history - Authentication and expert assessment records - Special marks and tags - Complete action and movement history - Images, documents, and other related files Responsible Care Record detailed requirements for the storage, transportation, installation, and exhibition of every object in your collection. Specify permitted light levels, humidity ranges, storage conditions, display-case and mount requirements, installation and deinstallation procedures, additional exhibition equipment, and security parameters. Every action taken since an artwork entered the collection can be recorded and tracked, including its status, location, responsible staff member, supporting documentation, and real-time reports. Important Events Keep a complete archive of every past and upcoming event involving an artwork. Add exhibitions, transportation, conservation, valuations, loans, and other activities together with related documents, images, and references. Detailed Analytics Generate real-time collection and registrar reports as lists, comparison tables, charts, and PDF documents. Monitor the condition of the collection, track staff activity, and access the information you need for informed decisions. Please note: free access to this mobile app is available exclusively to current users of collection.direct platform.

About

Artwork Codex

Manage your art collection with this comprehensive archive and portfolio system. Easily catalog artworks with detailed records, attach supporting documents, and organize them into collections. Present your work through shareable links, password-protected rooms, or PDF catalogs.

Highlights
  • Art inventory and cataloging
  • Attach photos, videos, and documents
  • Organize works into collections
  • Create PDF catalogs and viewing rooms
  • Track sales and exhibitions
  • Syncs across iPhone, iPad, and web
Features
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Artwork Codex helps artists, studios, galleries and collectors keep every artwork record in one organised place. Capture works from your camera, photo library or files. Record titles, artists, materials, dimensions, prices, locations, notes, editions, exhibitions, provenance and sales. Add images, videos and documents so each work has a complete history. Organise your archive with tags, folders and collections, then quickly search, filter and browse. Create polished PDF catalogues, share private viewing rooms, publish a portfolio and keep track of contacts, collectors and sales. Your archive stays up to date across iPhone, iPad and the Artwork Codex web app. Work offline when needed and continue when you are connected again. Start free with up to 5 artworks. Starter supports growing archives, while Studio offers unlimited artworks and advanced tools for larger collections. Subscriptions can be managed or restored from your Apple account. Trial availability and pricing may vary by region. Privacy Policy: https://artworkcodex.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://artworkcodex.com/terms Support: https://artworkcodex.com/support

Screenshots

collection.direct4 screens
Artwork Codex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: collection.direct at none against Artwork Codex's 4. collection.direct also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). Artwork Codex's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months). On price, ads and device support 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. Artwork Codex sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month. collection.direct asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

collection.direct ships an update every 5 months, Artwork Codex weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
collection.direct versus Artwork Codex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametercollection.directArtwork Codex
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB28 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCollection.Direct Sp. z o. o.Luke White

In-app purchases

None

collection.direct

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Artwork Codex

Subscriptions4
  • Starter Monthly14 Days trial$9.001 Month
  • Studio Monthly14 Days trial$29.001 Month
  • Starter Annual14 Days trial$96.001 Year
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  • Studio Annual14 Days trial$289.001 Year

Questions

Is collection.direct free?
collection.direct is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Artwork Codex free?
Artwork Codex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do collection.direct or Artwork Codex have ads?
Neither collection.direct nor Artwork Codex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, collection.direct or Artwork Codex?
collection.direct ships an update every 5 months, and Artwork Codex weekly. Most recently, collection.direct was updated on October 25, 2026 and Artwork Codex on October 17, 2026.

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