Comparison

Sets Collector vs BrickBin

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

Head to head
About

Sets Collector

Organize your brick sets, individual parts, and minifigures. Track collected or missing items, sync across devices, and export data for other platforms. Ideal for LEGO enthusiasts managing their collection.

Highlights
  • Add LEGO sets by number or name
  • Track collected and missing parts/minifigures
  • iCloud sync across devices
  • Export data for Rebrickable/BrickLink
  • Organize sets by theme or year
  • Track boxes, instructions, and sealed sets
Features
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Easily Collect and Organize Your LEGO® Sets, Parts, and Minifigures! Whether you're sorting mixed parts from different sets, completing sets from partial collections, or just keeping track of your growing inventory — Sets Collector is the perfect companion for every LEGO® enthusiast. Sets Collector lets you add LEGO® sets along with all their parts and minifigures. You can mark individual parts and minifigures as collected or missing, and export them in various formats compatible with popular LEGO® platforms like Rebrickable and BrickLink. And with iCloud support, your entire collection stays seamlessly up-to-date across all your devices. Key Features • Add Sets with Ease Quickly search by set number or name to add LEGO® sets, including all their parts and minifigures. • Track Collected and Missing Items Mark parts and minifigures as collected or missing per set — ideal for rebuilding from mixed collections or completing partial sets. • iCloud Sync Your collection automatically syncs across all your devices using iCloud, so your latest updates are always with you. • Share Your Collection with Other LEGO® Platforms Export collected or missing parts and minifigures in multiple formats (CSV, Rebrickable CSV, BrickLink XML) for use with other LEGO® tools or marketplaces. More Features You’ll Love • Add Fully Collected Sets Track your existing sets as fully collected for easy inventory management. • Split & Rebuild Minifigures Break minifigures into parts for detailed tracking — and revert them back anytime. • Organize Your Collection Sort sets by name, LEGO® number, or date added. Group by theme or production year. Create custom collections of sets — perfect for organizing by project, display, or personal favorites. • Track Boxes, Instructions & Sealed Sets Keep detailed records of your physical collection by marking sets as sealed and tracking boxes and instruction manuals. Ideal for collectors who care about completeness and condition. • Multiple Screens for Marking Switch between screens to mark parts and minifigures as collected or missing—however it best fits your workflow. • Preview Your Collection Use dedicated screens showing all your parts or minifigures, with clear information about what you have and what’s missing. • Flexible Export Options Select which sets to include, choose whether to export parts or minifigures, and decide if you want collected or missing items — all in your preferred format, including CSV, Rebrickable CSV, and BrickLink XML. • Personalize the App Adjust the interface and functionality in the Settings to fit your preferences. Disclaimer: This is an independent app, not authorised or sponsored by the LEGO® Group. Application uses Rebrickable® API for retrieving all LEGO® sets, parts and minifigures data. This is independent app, not authorised or sponsored by Rebrickable®. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this app.

About

BrickBin

Organize, track, and explore your LEGO collection. Instantly add sets and minifigures by scanning barcodes, manage wishlists, and view your collection's performance and value. Access a vast database of official sets and minifigures with detailed information.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning for instant set addition
  • Minifigure collection management
  • Wishlist creation and management
  • Collection performance tracking
  • Explore LEGO set and minifigure database
  • Market pricing and retail value tracking
  • CSV import and export (Pro)
Features
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BrickBin – Collection Manager for LEGO® Organize, explore, and appreciate your LEGO® collection like never before. BrickBin is the ultimate companion for LEGO® enthusiasts who want to track their sets and minifigures, discover new builds, and understand the true value of their collection. INSTANTLY ADD SETS & MINIFIGURES Scan any LEGO® set barcode to add it in seconds. Track every detail that matters: purchase date, price, condition, where you bought it, and personal notes. Manage your minifigure collection alongside your sets, tracking whether they're loose or from specific sets. TRACK YOUR COLLECTION'S PERFORMANCE See real-time statistics including total sets owned, minifigures collected, unique parts across your collection, and retail value. WISHLIST YOUR DREAM SETS & MINIFIGURES Create and manage wishlists to track sets and minifigures you want to acquire. Easily move items from wishlist to collection when you make a purchase, and see wishlist statistics alongside your owned collection. EXPLORE THE LEGO® UNIVERSE Browse thousands of official LEGO® sets and minifigures with advanced search and filtering. Search by name or set number, filter by theme and year, and dive into rich details including part counts, dimensions, minifigures, current market pricing, and retail value. Explore the complete minifigure catalog with dedicated detail views. BRICKBIN PRO FEATURES Upgrade to Pro for unlimited collection capacity and premium tools: • Unlimited sets and minifigures (free tier: 25 sets, 10 minifigures) • Portfolio performance tracking with theme and condition breakdowns • Complete LEGO® color explorer • Comprehensive parts catalog browser • Custom app themes and alternate app icons • CSV import and export • Never lose access to your existing collection, even if you cancel SECURE & PRIVATE Your data is protected with Keychain storage and optional Face ID/Touch ID authentication. Sign in with Apple ID or create a BrickBin account to sync your collection across devices. PERFECT FOR • Collectors documenting valuable sets and rare minifigures • Investors tracking portfolio performance • Builders managing inventory and wishlists • Fans exploring the LEGO® database • Anyone who takes their bricks seriously KEY FEATURES • Barcode scanning for instant set addition • Minifigure collection management with source tracking (loose or from sets) • Browse and search the complete minifigure catalog • Minifigure detail views with deep linking support • Wishlist management for sets and minifigures • Advanced search and filtering • Market pricing data and retail value tracking • Complete minifigure inventories per set • Detailed parts lists with color variants • Collection statistics dashboard including minifigures • Sign in with Apple support • Full accessibility support • Automatic app version checking for the best experience • Portfolio tracking with theme and condition breakdowns (Pro) • CSV import and export (Pro) • Color and part exploration (Pro) • Theme customization (Pro) Whether you're building your first collection or managing thousands of sets and minifigures, BrickBin makes it easy to stay organized, plan future purchases, and track the performance of your LEGO® passion. Download now and start your journey. BrickBin is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the LEGO® Group. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Sets Collector4 screens
BrickBin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Sets Collector at free against BrickBin's freemium. Sets Collector also leads on ratings volume (41 vs 6) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 26.0). BrickBin's advantage is update cadence (every 8 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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. Sets Collector sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and BrickBin sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Sets Collector against 5.0 for BrickBin. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sets Collector has 41 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sets Collector ships an update every 3 weeks, BrickBin every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Sets Collector versus BrickBin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSets CollectorBrickBin
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (41 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings41 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB26 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperNikola MilovanovicAwesome City LLC

Customer experience

Sets Collector

All ratings41 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

BrickBin

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Sets Collector

One-time4
  • Tip$1.99
  • Big Tip$4.99
  • Sets Collector Premium$6.99
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  • Massive Tip$9.99
2 purchases

BrickBin

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Sets Collector free?
Sets Collector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BrickBin free?
BrickBin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Sets Collector or BrickBin?
Sets Collector and BrickBin are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 41 and 6 ratings respectively.
Do Sets Collector or BrickBin have ads?
Neither Sets Collector nor BrickBin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sets Collector or BrickBin?
Sets Collector ships an update every 3 weeks, and BrickBin every 8 days. Most recently, Sets Collector was updated on September 24, 2026 and BrickBin on September 17, 2026.

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