Comparison

DVL Locks vs BrickSnap

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

Head to head
About

DVL Locks

Features
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The DVL app allows you to manage your DVL Locks. - Add your locks simply by scanning the QR code on them - Retrieve lock combinations - Share your locks with others - Organize your locks by location or by people you have shared your locks with Subscription Details When you buy a lock, the first year is free. Subscriptions are on an annual basis What you get with the subscription: - Basic supports up to 5 locks for $5 billed annually - Plus supports 6 to 20 locks for $10 billed annually - Premium supports 21 to 100 locks for $20 billed annually Note, the number of locks only includes locks you owned. You have unlimited locks shared with you. For the paid plans you will be charged to your Apple Account, which will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renew can be turned off anytime by going to your Profile after purchase. Terms of Use can be found at: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

BrickSnap

Transform real-world objects and loose bricks into digital building designs. Generate 2D pixel art, 3D models, and DIY build plans. Identify your existing bricks and receive personalized build recommendations.

Highlights
  • Turn photos into brick-style designs
  • Create 2D pixel builds and 3D models
  • Generate DIY build plans
  • Scan and identify loose bricks
  • Get build recommendations
  • Follow step-by-step guidance
Features
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BrickSnap turns anything into brick creations. BrickSnap is a creative app for brick lovers, DIY makers, and MOC creators. Take a photo to turn real-world objects into brick designs, pixel-style patterns, or 3D brick models. You can also scan loose bricks, identify the parts you have, and get build ideas based on your collection. Powered by the idea that everything can become bricks, BrickSnap helps turn everyday inspiration and mixed bricks into creations you can actually build. Key Features • Turn photos into brick-style designs • Create 2D pixel builds and 3D brick models • Generate DIY build plans • Scan and identify loose bricks • Get build recommendations based on your parts • Follow step-by-step guidance for supported builds Perfect For • Brick building fans • MOC creators • DIY hobbyists • Families and collectors With BrickSnap, you can reuse the bricks you already own, explore new MOC ideas, and bring creative builds to life more easily. Start building with BrickSnap today. [About BrickSnap Premium] • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period • The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription • Subscriptions may be managed by the user, and auto-renewal may be turned off, by going to iTunes Subscriptions after purchase Terms of Use:https://app-service.bricksnapai.com/static/user_agreement.html Privacy Policy: https://app-service.bricksnapai.com/static/privacy_policy.html BrickSnap was created by fans and is not an official LEGO@ product. The LEGO Group of companies does not sponsor or support BrickSnap.

Screenshots

DVL Locks4 screens
BrickSnap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: BrickSnap at weekly against DVL Locks's every 2 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. DVL Locks sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.00 per year and BrickSnap sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DVL Locks ships an update every 2 weeks, BrickSnap weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 7 level
DVL Locks versus BrickSnap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDVL LocksBrickSnap
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB184 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaVinci Lock, LLCPIXELCELL.LIMITED

In-app purchases

3 purchases

DVL Locks

Subscriptions3
  • Basic1 Year trial$5.001 Year
  • Plus1 Year trial$10.001 Year
  • Premium1 Year trial$20.001 Year
2 purchases

BrickSnap

Subscriptions2
  • BrickSnap Premium3 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • BrickSnap Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is DVL Locks free?
DVL Locks is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BrickSnap free?
BrickSnap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DVL Locks or BrickSnap have ads?
Neither DVL Locks nor BrickSnap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DVL Locks or BrickSnap?
DVL Locks ships an update every 2 weeks, and BrickSnap weekly. Most recently, DVL Locks was updated on September 9, 2026 and BrickSnap on September 25, 2026.

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