Scanfig vs BrixUP
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scanfig
Decode the contents of LEGO Minifigure Series 25 boxes without opening them. Scan the data code on the box to reveal the specific Minifigure inside, including its name and an image. Report any scanning errors for improvement.
- Scan LEGO Minifigure Series 25 box data codes
- Reveal Minifigure type
- Display serial number
- Show Minifigure name
- Display Minifigure image
- Report scanning errors
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Starting with the new LEGO® Minifigures Series 25 the boxes contains data codes which could reveal the content of the box without opening it. The ScanFig App enables you to scan that code and reveal the type of Minifigure which should be in the box. After a successful decoded data code, the serial number, the clear text name and an image of the Minifigure is displayed. If you found an error in scanning a code, please report it on admin@scanfig.com Important Info: ScanFig will no longer be maintained. The last supported LEGO Minifigures series is 71052 (Series 29) Disclaimer LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this project.
BrixUP
This app helps LEGO enthusiasts discover, organize, and track their collections. Explore a comprehensive set catalog with detailed information, save sets to custom lists, and manage your entire collection from your profile.
- Full LEGO set catalog access
- Search by theme, name, or set number
- Smart filtering options
- Detailed set information (images, parts, dates)
- Save sets to custom collections
- Track your collection progress
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BrixUP is an independent fan-made app for LEGO® collectors. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies, which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this app. Scan. Discover. Collect. Identify collectible minifigures before opening the box. Scan the code on supported collectible minifigure boxes to discover the minifigure inside, view its details, and add it directly to My Sets or your Wishlist. Explore an extensive set catalog, from retired classics to the latest releases. Search by set name, number, or theme, use filters to narrow down your results, discover related sets, and view useful information such as release dates, piece counts, minifigures, images, parts inventories, and more. BrixUP Free lets you: - Scan supported collectible minifigure boxes. - Browse and search the set catalog. - Explore sets by theme and use search filters. - View set images, parts, minifigures, release information, and related sets. - Add and remove sets from My Sets and your Wishlist. - Keep track of multiple units of the same set. - Discover available retailer offers where supported. - Open retailer offers directly from BrixUP. BrixUP Pro adds advanced tools for collectors: - Create unlimited custom collections. - View expected retirement information and upcoming retirements. - Set retirement reminders. - Receive price and offer alerts in supported markets. - Add advanced details to individual owned units, including condition, purchase price, purchase date, place of purchase, and personal notes. - Export My Sets, your Wishlist, or a custom collection as CSV. BrixUP Pro is available through monthly or annual auto-renewable subscriptions. Some features depend on supported markets and available catalog or retailer data. Whether you have been collecting for years or are just getting started, BrixUP brings together the tools you need to discover, organize, and enjoy your collection. Build your universe, set by set, with BrixUP. Privacy Policy: https://appbrixup.com/#privacypolicy Terms of Use: https://appbrixup.com/#termsofuse Contact: brixup.app@gmail.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: BrixUP at 100% against Scanfig's 58%. BrixUP also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 3 months). Scanfig's advantage is ratings volume (387 vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
BrixUP holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Scanfig has 387 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Scanfig's written reviews are positive against 100% of BrixUP's.
Scanfig ships an update every 3 months, BrixUP every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Scanfig | BrixUP |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (387 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 57.7% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 387 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 24 MB | 130 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Cornelius Munz | Daniel Font Sanchis |
Customer experience
Scanfig
BrixUP
Bugs and requests
Scanfig
Reported bugs
7 issues- App doesn't work after first use
- Scanner button does nothing
- Incorrect identification for Dungeons & Dragons series
- Camera can't focus
- Scanner doesn't work for S26 figs
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- QR code not scanning
- Uses wrong camera/zoom on iPhone 17
Requested features
2 requests- Improve camera focus
- Allow camera switching/zoom on iPhone 17
BrixUP
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Scanfig
No in-app purchases
BrixUP
No in-app purchases
Questions
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