Comparison

TCG Scanner vs PokeFlip

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

Head to head
About

TCG Scanner

Features
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Track the value of your trading cards and monitor price changes over time. Scan cards instantly, see their real market worth, and keep your collection value under control. Whether you own a few rare cards or a full collection, knowing when values go up or down makes the difference. FAST CARD SCANNING Scan cards instantly using reliable recognition technology. Identify cards faster and see their current market value without guessing. No complex setup. No unnecessary steps. Just scan and see the value. REAL MARKET VALUE Check card prices and worth based on real market data. Compare values and understand what your cards are actually worth today. See the difference between: • Raw card prices • Graded card prices (PSA and similar) COLLECTION TRACKING Add cards to your collection and track your total portfolio value over time. Monitor price changes and understand how your collection evolves. Know when card values rise or drop — before you miss important changes. SUPPORTS COLLECTORS • Japanese trading cards • Rare and high-value cards • Collector-focused tracking Built for collectors who care about value, not just scanning. PRO FEATURES Upgrade to Pro to unlock: • Unlimited card tracking • Full collection value monitoring • Advanced price comparison • Long-term value insights Tracking and monitoring features are available with a Pro subscription. Subscription automatically renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store account settings. DISCLAIMER This app is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Nintendo, Pokémon, or The Pokémon Company. Terms of use: https://sites.google.com/view/tcg-terms Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/tcg-pp

About

PokeFlip

Features
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PokeFlip is the easiest way to manage your Pokémon card collection. Simply scan a card with your camera and instantly get the current market value in both EUR and USD. SCAN & IDENTIFY Point your camera at any Pokémon card and PokeFlip identifies it in seconds — name, set, card number, and edition. Works with English and Japanese cards. REAL-TIME PRICES Get live market prices from Cardmarket (EUR) and TCGPlayer (USD) so you always know what your cards are worth. TRACK YOUR COLLECTION Add cards to your personal collection with condition, purchase price, and notes. See the total value of your collection at a glance. CREDITS SYSTEM New users get 10 free scans. Top up anytime with affordable credit packs — no subscription required. Whether you're a casual collector or serious trader, PokeFlip gives you the market insight you need to make smart decisions.

Screenshots

TCG Scanner3 screens
PokeFlip4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: PokeFlip at 13.0 against TCG Scanner's 16.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. TCG Scanner sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and PokeFlip sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
TCG Scanner versus PokeFlip: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTCG ScannerPokeFlip
PriceFreeFree
Update frequency—Weekly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.613.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB23 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMohamed HaizounElf Consult

In-app purchases

2 purchases

TCG Scanner

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Scans$4.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
3 purchases

PokeFlip

One-time3
  • 50 Scan Credits$2.99
  • 150 Scan Credits$6.99
  • 500 Scan Credits$17.99

Questions

Is TCG Scanner free?
TCG Scanner is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PokeFlip free?
PokeFlip is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TCG Scanner or PokeFlip have ads?
Neither TCG Scanner nor PokeFlip shows ads.

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