Comparison

Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope vs Mintgrid

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

Head to head
About

Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope

Instantly scan and identify Pokémon cards using your phone's camera to track their real-time value. Organize your entire collection, manage your library, and discover card details with advanced AI and extensive set coverage.

Highlights
  • AI-powered card scanning
  • Real-time value tracking
  • Collection management
  • Wide set coverage
  • Binder-friendly scanning
  • Search and filter tools
Features
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PokeScope – Pokémon Card Scanner & Value Tool for TCG Collectors PokeScope is the ultimate Pokémon scanner and card value tool for TCG collectors. Instantly scan your Pokémon cards, see real-time values, and keep your entire collection organized—right from your camera. Built for serious collectors, competitive players, and TCG fans who want to stay organized and up-to-date. Key Features: • Advanced AI scanner – Instantly recognize Pokémon cards and other TCG cards using your phone’s camera. Works even through binder sleeves and protective cases. • Wide set coverage – Supports thousands of TCG cards across major trading card series. • Real-time card data – View card name, set, number, and up-to-date estimated values. • Graded card pricing – View graded card pricing from various card grading companies including PSA, BGS, CGC and more. • Recent eBay Sales History – View recent eBay sales for every card so you know what they are actually selling for. • Collection management – Create and organize your personal card library with ease. • Binder-friendly scanning – Fast, accurate scans from any storage format. • Search & filter tools – Quickly find cards by set, type, rarity, or estimated value. • Always current – New card sets and pricing data added regularly. Why Go Premium? • Unlimited AI-powered Pokémon card scans • Detailed price insights & trends • Unlimited custom collection tracking • Perfect for growing or large card collections PokeScope is the go-to Pokémon scanner and value tracker for collectors who want precision and speed—without removing cards from their storage. From sleeves to binders, your entire Pokémon collection is always one scan away. Download PokeScope today and see your collection like never before. Upgrade to a premium subscription for unlimited scans and pro-level features. Terms of Use: https://endlessloopapps.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://endlessloopapps.com/privacy.html PokeScope offers optional paid subscriptions for access to additional features. Unlock Annual or Weekly Subscription for Premium Features. Upgrade to an annual subscription and enjoy unlimited scans, enhanced collection management, unlimited AI identification scans, and more. Get the ultimate tool for Pokémon card organization and discovery. This app has been independently created by Endless Loop Apps Inc. and is not endorsed, affiliated with, or sponsored by The Pokémon Company International Inc, Nintendo/Creatures Inc, or GAME FREAK Inc. in any way. Pokémon, the Poké Ball and Pokémon Trading Cards are registered trademarks of Nintendo Creatures Game Freak.

About

Mintgrid

Effortlessly scan, identify, and track your Pokémon TCG collection. Manage your cards, monitor price movements, and organize your collection with this comprehensive tool. It provides insights into market value and collection growth.

Highlights
  • Scan and identify Pokémon cards
  • Check card price and market value
  • Track collection value over time
  • Organize cards into binders
  • View latest sets and expansions
  • Monitor collection trends
Features
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Meet Mintgrid, a trading card companion for collectors. Scan a card to identify it, explore its set, and check available market prices and price history. Build your collection in binders, follow cards on your watchlist, and see how your portfolio changes over time. SCAN AND DISCOVER Point your camera at a card to find a likely match. Review the result before adding it to your collection, or search the catalog and browse recent sets manually. KEEP YOUR COLLECTION ORGANIZED Add cards and copies to binders, manage your holdings, and track collection value. A watchlist keeps interesting cards close even when you do not own them yet. EXPLORE PRICES AND CONDITION See available market prices and historical charts for supported cards. Optional AI grading provides an estimated condition assessment; it is not a professional grade or guarantee of value. Mintgrid offers limited free scanning and collection tools. A subscription unlocks higher limits and additional features. Prices and availability vary by card and market. Privacy: https://www.tcgscanner.pro/privacy-policy Terms: https://www.tcgscanner.pro/terms-of-service

Screenshots

Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope4 screens
Mintgrid3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope at weekly against Mintgrid's every 2 months. Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope also leads on ratings volume (3.1K vs 2) and chart position (#141 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Mintgrid sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. 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 — 4.6 for Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope against 4.5 for Mintgrid. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope has 3.1K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope ships an update weekly, Mintgrid every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope versus Mintgrid: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPokemon Card Scanner PokeScopeMintgrid
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (3.1K ratings) — better4.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews46.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings3.1K — better2
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
Best chart rank#141 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size134 MB96 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEndless Loop Apps Inc.Ademola Kevin Bello

Customer experience

Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope

All ratings2,802 ratings
Positive89.3%
Neutral4.2%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews149 reviews
Positive46.3%
Neutral8.1%
Negative45.6%

Mintgrid

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Completely misidentifies some cards
  • Doesn't work as advertised

Requested features

2 requests
  • Sort cards by value, date scanned, etc.
  • Support for scanning Japanese cards

Mintgrid

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope

Subscriptions2
  • Card Price Scanner Weekly3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Card Price Scanner Annual$24.991 Year
4 purchases

Mintgrid

Subscriptions4
  • Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • ValueMon Pro (Promo)$22.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Pro Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope free?
Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mintgrid free?
Mintgrid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope or Mintgrid?
Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope is rated higher. Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.1K ratings, while Mintgrid averages 4.5 from 2 ratings.
Do Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope or Mintgrid have ads?
Neither Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope nor Mintgrid shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope or Mintgrid?
Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope ships an update weekly, and Mintgrid every 2 months. Most recently, Pokemon Card Scanner PokeScope was updated on October 30, 2026 and Mintgrid on October 24, 2026.

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