Comparison

[RECORD] vs Vinyl Record Log

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

Head to head
About

[RECORD]

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[RECORD] is a music player for playing audio files, especially for CD & vinyl lovers. This app is not a streaming app like Apple Music or Spotify, so you need audio files ripped from a CD, downloaded online, etc.

About

Vinyl Record Log

Organize your vinyl collection with this iPhone app. Scan barcodes or add records manually, view your collection as a visual grid, and log listening sessions with notes and mood tags. Everything is stored locally on your device.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning with MusicBrainz auto-fill
  • Manual entry with detailed pressing information
  • Visual grid and list views for collection browsing
  • Listening history with mood tags
  • Wantlist functionality
  • On-device storage, no cloud or account required
Features
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Vinyl Record Log is the iPhone-native app for serious vinyl collectors. Add records by scanning barcodes or entering details manually, browse your collection as a visual grid of album art, and log every listening session with mood tags and notes. Everything stays on your device. No account required. No cloud. Just your records. Browse Your Collection Your collection comes alive as a visual grid of album covers - instantly scannable the way a real record shelf should feel. Switch to list view for more detail. Filter by format (7", 10", 12", Picture Disc, Colored), sort by artist, year, or recently played, and search by artist, album, genre, or year in real time. A collapsible stats strip tracks total records, artist count, top album this month, and estimated collection value. Scan or Add Manually Point your camera at any barcode and Vinyl Record Log looks up the release on MusicBrainz automatically. Confirm the result and it is added in one tap with full metadata. For pre-1980 pressings without barcodes - common for jazz, classical, and early rock - the manual entry form covers every detail: format, speed, variant, pressing, Goldmine condition grading, label, catalog number, where you bought it, and personal notes. Log Every Listen Tap Log a Listen from any record detail to capture a session in seconds. Pick the side played (A, B, Both, or Other), choose a mood tag, and add a quick note. History groups into Today, Yesterday, This Week, and by month. Monthly stats show your top record, top artist, and daily average. Filter history by mood or browse listens for a single album. Features • Barcode scanner with MusicBrainz auto-fill • Manual entry with pressing details and Goldmine grading • Grid and list views with format filter chips • Listening history with mood tags and date grouping • Wantlist with priority levels and target prices (Pro) • Themes and alternate app icons (Pro) • CSV export of your full collection (Pro) • Custom mood tag creation and management (Pro) • 100% on-device - no account, no cloud, no tracking Unlock Pro Once A single one-time purchase unlocks everything: unlimited records, Wantlist and Digging Guide, five color themes, four alternate app icons, CSV export, and custom mood tag creation. No subscription. No ads. No upsell. Pay once and everything is yours - including all future Pro updates. Made for the Ritual Whether you are scanning a haul from the record store, checking whether you already own something before buying, or browsing your covers on a slow Sunday morning - Vinyl Record Log stays out of your way and keeps your collection beautifully organized. Download Vinyl Record Log and start cataloging your collection today. Add your first record in seconds. Privacy Policy: https://apps.giguom.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://apps.giguom.com/terms

Screenshots

[RECORD]3 screens
Vinyl Record Log4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: [RECORD] at none against Vinyl Record Log's 1. On price, update cadence, 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. Vinyl Record Log sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. [RECORD] asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

[RECORD] ships an update every 5 days, Vinyl Record Log every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
[RECORD] versus Vinyl Record Log: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter[RECORD]Vinyl Record Log
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.417.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size441 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSANGMIN KIMNaveen Cs

In-app purchases

None

[RECORD]

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Vinyl Record Log

One-time1
  • Vinyl Record Log Pro$5.99

Questions

Is [RECORD] free?
[RECORD] is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vinyl Record Log free?
Vinyl Record Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do [RECORD] or Vinyl Record Log have ads?
Neither [RECORD] nor Vinyl Record Log shows ads.
Which is updated more often, [RECORD] or Vinyl Record Log?
[RECORD] ships an update every 5 days, and Vinyl Record Log every 9 days. Most recently, [RECORD] was updated on October 4, 2026 and Vinyl Record Log on October 12, 2026.

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