Comparison

VinylScout vs Vynelo

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

Head to head
About

VinylScout

Features
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VinylScout uses AI to instantly identify and value any vinyl record from a photo. Built for collectors, dealers, and crate diggers. INSTANT VINYL IDENTIFICATION Snap a photo of any record, album cover, or label AI identifies artist, album, year, and pressing details Results in seconds - no manual searching REAL-TIME MARKET VALUES Current prices from global marketplaces Price history and trends for each record Understand what makes certain pressings valuable Track rare and limited editions BUILD YOUR COLLECTION Catalog your entire vinyl library digitally Track your collection's total value Add notes, conditions, and purchase details Export your collection data DISCOVER & LEARN Detailed pressing information First pressings vs reissues Grading standards (NM, VG+, VG, etc.) Storage and care tips COLLECTION INSIGHTS Statistics about your collection Most valuable records at a glance Genre and era breakdowns Monitor collection growth over time PERFECT FOR Collectors building their library Dealers and record store owners Crate diggers at estate sales and thrift stores Anyone curious about vinyl values Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting out, VinylScout helps you understand the true value of any record. Never miss a valuable find again. COMING SOON Vinyl marketplace integration Want list and notifications Community features and trading Price alerts for specific records Terms of Use: https://vinyl-scout-legal-hub.lovable.app Subscription required for full access.

About

Vynelo

Features
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Scan the barcode, snap the cover — Vynelo builds your vinyl collection in seconds. WHAT'S INSIDE • Instant barcode lookup via Discogs database • AI-powered cover recognition (no typing needed) • Beautiful shelf view to show off your records • Home screen widgets to check your collection at a glance • Spotlight search — find records without opening the app • Enhanced cover art from Discogs + Cover Art Archive, with camera & photo library fallback • #NowSpinning share templates for social media ORGANIZE YOUR WAY Track every record with 5 statuses: Owned, Listening, Lent Out, Wishlist, and Sold. Filter by genre or status, sort by title, artist, or date, and search instantly. VYNELO PREMIUM • Unlimited records (free: up to 30) • Unlimited AI recognition (free: 20/month) • Collection stats with genre breakdown • iCloud sync across devices Choose monthly, yearly, or lifetime. Cancel anytime. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://umi.design/legal/privacy/

Screenshots

VinylScout4 screens
Vynelo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Vynelo at weekly against VinylScout's fortnightly. 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. VinylScout sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Vynelo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

VinylScout ships an update fortnightly, Vynelo weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
VinylScout versus Vynelo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVinylScoutVynelo
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.217.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRomir JainUMI.DESIGN LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

In-app purchases

5 purchases

VinylScout

Subscriptions4
  • Weekly Premium$3.997 Days
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Yearly Special$19.991 Year
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  • Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$39.99
3 purchases

Vynelo

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$59.99

Questions

Is VinylScout free?
VinylScout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vynelo free?
Vynelo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do VinylScout or Vynelo have ads?
Neither VinylScout nor Vynelo shows ads.
Which is updated more often, VinylScout or Vynelo?
VinylScout ships an update fortnightly, and Vynelo weekly. Most recently, VinylScout was updated on October 31, 2026 and Vynelo on October 25, 2026.

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