Minifigure scanner vs SplitFlap Display
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Minifigure scanner
Identify LEGO minifigures before opening mystery boxes by scanning QR codes. This fan-made tool helps collectors avoid duplicates and organize their collection efficiently.
- Scan mystery minifigure boxes
- Identify minifigure contents instantly
- Prevent duplicate purchases
- Organize minifigure collection
- Track minifigures on the go
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This is a fan-made tool created by LEGO® lovers for LEGO® lovers. Minifigure ID Scanner is not an official LEGO® product. The LEGO® Group does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this app. Trademarks belong to their respective owners. With Minifigure scanner: Minifig ID, you can finally scan, identify, and collect smarter. Designed especially for fans and collectors, this app reveals the hidden minifig inside each mystery box using the unique QR/data code printed on the packaging. Scan Mystery Minifigs in Seconds Use your phone to scan the QR or data matrix on Minifigures mystery boxes. Instantly discover which minifigure is inside before opening. No more guessing, shaking, or overpaying for duplicates. Works for Minifigures Series 25 and beyond! This feature relies on code patterns reported by fans and works in most cases. Whether you're just starting out or you're a longtime collector, this app is your essential bricksearch companion. It’s more than a scanner, it’s your smart mobile assistant that helps with: Fast and easy minifig scan Preventing duplicates Organizing your collection Perfect for collectors on the go, Minifig ID is the ultimate tool for brick searches and minifig cataloging. Important Note for Users Privacy Policy: https://minifigurescanner.com/legal/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Email: hello@minifigurescanner.com
SplitFlap Display
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SplitFlap for iPhone and iPad is the handheld way to create, show, and control split-flap boards. Use the device in your hand as a live SplitFlap display for clocks, countdowns, weather, headlines, and custom messages. When you want a bigger screen, use the same iPhone or iPad as the setup screen and remote for SplitFlap running on Apple TV or Mac. Version 3.0 lets each device play the role that suits the setup: display on itself, configure another screen, or control a shared Apple TV or Mac display. Terms of Use (EULA): https://learn.lanchesterresearchanddesign.com/terms Apple Standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: SplitFlap Display at 4 against Minifigure scanner's 1. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Minifigure scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and SplitFlap Display sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Minifigure scanner ships an update every 9 days, SplitFlap Display every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 15, 2026 and August 27, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Minifigure scanner | SplitFlap Display |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 28 MB | 50 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Reshot Technologies | Thomas Richardson |
In-app purchases
Minifigure scanner
- Minifig ID Pro$3.997 Days
- Minifig ID Pro3 Days trial$24.991 Year
SplitFlap Display
- SplitFlap Weekly$0.997 Days
- SplitFlap Monthly$2.491 Month
- SplitFlap Yearly$24.991 Year
- SplitFlap Lifetime$49.99





