Comparison

Figure Paint Collector vs Paintdeck

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

Head to head
About

Figure Paint Collector

Features
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Got more paint pots than unpainted minis in your pile of shame? Whether you’re a Warhammer fan, paint 75 mm busts, or collect anime figures, Figure Paint Collector is your new hobby buddy. This freemium app lets you manage your paint collection like a pro—no hassle. Figure Paint Collector helps you keep total control of your paints and modeling projects: - Paint Library: catalog every pot in detail (name, brand, color, type, code). Got Citadel, Vallejo, Scale75, or other paints? Add them to your inventory in a tap! - Wishlist: save the paints you want for your next army or project. Never forget that shade to finish your Warhammer tank or the perfect elf skin tone. - Projects with sections & budgets: organize your modeling projects in stages, assign paints to each section, and track your budget—even flag paid commissions. Perfect if you paint for clients or just like to plan your spending. - Custom Lists: create themed lists (e.g., “NMM Sword Palette” or “Cyberpunk Colors”) using paints from your library or wishlist. Sort your colors by technique, game, or any idea you have. - Achievements & Gamification:*unlock fun achievements as you use the app. Logged 100 paints? Achievement unlocked! Stay motivated and friendly-compete with other painters. - Intuitive Gestures: manage everything fast with swipes and long-presses. Swipe a paint right to add it to a project, left to add it to your wishlist, and so on. - Full Compatibility: Figure Paint Collector looks great on iPhone and iPad with adaptive layouts for every screen. It’s even ready for Apple Vision Pro—manage your paints in mixed reality and take your hobby into the future. - Fully localized in Spanish & English: the app is 100 % in Spanish (and English too), made for the global Hispanic community. Hobby jargon is baked into the interface so every mini painter feels at home. - Frequent Updates: the paint catalog stays fresh (e.g., the latest Vallejo Model Color and Game Color ranges were recently added). Your favorite brands are always up to date. Figure Paint Collector is free to download and use with its basic features. Love it and want more? Upgrade to Figure Paint Collector Pro. Pro unlocks advanced features, gives you early access to new goodies, and supports an indie developer—all for less than the price of one paint pot a month! Keep your paint arsenal organized, plan your Warhammer or Gunpla projects stress-free, and track every bit of progress. Figure Paint Collector turns the sometimes chaotic world of paints into an organized, fun space so you can focus on what really matters: bringing your miniatures to life with color!

About

Paintdeck

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Every paint, recipe and project - in one place. Paintdeck is your miniature painting companion. Keep your paint collection organized, remember how you achieved your favorite colors and follow your projects from first coat to finished piece. KNOW YOUR PAINT COLLECTION Keep track of the paints you own and how many bottles you have. Browse the paint catalog, search for colors and brands, or scan supported paint barcodes to add them to your collection. SAVE RECIPES WORTH REPEATING Capture your painting process with step-by-step recipes. Record the paints, materials and techniques behind each finish so you can recreate it on your next miniature. SEE WHAT YOU NEED Check which paints you already own for a project or recipe. Add missing colors to your wishlist and keep your next purchases together. KEEP YOUR PROJECTS ORGANIZED Collect photos, record progress and organize your miniatures into projects. Keep works in progress and finished pieces easy to find. FIND YOUR NEXT IDEA Explore projects and recipes from fellow painters. Share your own work and bring your painting story together on your profile. Whether you’re painting your first miniature or building your next army, Paintdeck helps you keep the details close and your attention on the brush. Available for iPhone and iPad.

Screenshots

Figure Paint Collector3 screens
Paintdeck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Paintdeck at none against Figure Paint Collector's 2. Paintdeck also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). 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. Figure Paint Collector sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Paintdeck asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Figure Paint Collector ships an update every 4 months, Paintdeck weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 3 level
Figure Paint Collector versus Paintdeck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFigure Paint CollectorPaintdeck
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision ProiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB13 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperJosafat Vicente PerezKurt Gierke

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Figure Paint Collector

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription7 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Annual subscription14 Days trial$9.991 Year
None

Paintdeck

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Figure Paint Collector free?
Figure Paint Collector is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Paintdeck free?
Paintdeck is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Figure Paint Collector or Paintdeck have ads?
Neither Figure Paint Collector nor Paintdeck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Figure Paint Collector or Paintdeck?
Figure Paint Collector ships an update every 4 months, and Paintdeck weekly. Most recently, Figure Paint Collector was updated on November 8, 2026 and Paintdeck on November 6, 2026.

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