Comparison

Bothside vs Vinyl Record Log

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

Head to head
About

Bothside

Features
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Bothside is the smartest way to manage your vinyl collection. Built for collectors and DJs, Bothside transforms your collection into something organized, accessible and intelligent. Scan records in seconds, organize your physical shelves, access detailed metadata for every record, build collaborative crates and use AI to interact with your entire collection. Finding the exact record you need has never been easier. Scan records in seconds Quickly add records with smart scanning. Talk to your collection Ask Bothside to: build a crate for a 2-hour DJ set recommend records by genre show your most valuable records find specific records in your collection Find any record instantly Save the exact physical location of every record and find any vinyl in seconds. Advanced metadata Access detailed metadata powered by AI and Discogs. Create collaborative crates Share selections with friends and discover new music. Tools for DJs Manage gigs, earnings and notes for every event. Collector leaderboard Grow your collection and climb the rankings. If you love vinyl, Bothside was built for you. Your collection deserves more than spreadsheets, scattered notes or generic apps. Subscription Some advanced features require a subscription. You can explore the app for free. Terms of Use (EULA):
https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Vinyl Record Log

Organize your vinyl collection with this iPhone app. Scan barcodes or add records manually, view your collection as a visual grid, and log listening sessions with notes and mood tags. Everything is stored locally on your device.

Highlights
  • Barcode scanning with MusicBrainz auto-fill
  • Manual entry with detailed pressing information
  • Visual grid and list views for collection browsing
  • Listening history with mood tags
  • Wantlist functionality
  • On-device storage, no cloud or account required
Features
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Vinyl Record Log is the iPhone-native app for serious vinyl collectors. Add records by scanning barcodes or entering details manually, browse your collection as a visual grid of album art, and log every listening session with mood tags and notes. Everything stays on your device. No account required. No cloud. Just your records. Browse Your Collection Your collection comes alive as a visual grid of album covers - instantly scannable the way a real record shelf should feel. Switch to list view for more detail. Filter by format (7", 10", 12", Picture Disc, Colored), sort by artist, year, or recently played, and search by artist, album, genre, or year in real time. A collapsible stats strip tracks total records, artist count, top album this month, and estimated collection value. Scan or Add Manually Point your camera at any barcode and Vinyl Record Log looks up the release on MusicBrainz automatically. Confirm the result and it is added in one tap with full metadata. For pre-1980 pressings without barcodes - common for jazz, classical, and early rock - the manual entry form covers every detail: format, speed, variant, pressing, Goldmine condition grading, label, catalog number, where you bought it, and personal notes. Log Every Listen Tap Log a Listen from any record detail to capture a session in seconds. Pick the side played (A, B, Both, or Other), choose a mood tag, and add a quick note. History groups into Today, Yesterday, This Week, and by month. Monthly stats show your top record, top artist, and daily average. Filter history by mood or browse listens for a single album. Features • Barcode scanner with MusicBrainz auto-fill • Manual entry with pressing details and Goldmine grading • Grid and list views with format filter chips • Listening history with mood tags and date grouping • Wantlist with priority levels and target prices (Pro) • Themes and alternate app icons (Pro) • CSV export of your full collection (Pro) • Custom mood tag creation and management (Pro) • 100% on-device - no account, no cloud, no tracking Unlock Pro Once A single one-time purchase unlocks everything: unlimited records, Wantlist and Digging Guide, five color themes, four alternate app icons, CSV export, and custom mood tag creation. No subscription. No ads. No upsell. Pay once and everything is yours - including all future Pro updates. Made for the Ritual Whether you are scanning a haul from the record store, checking whether you already own something before buying, or browsing your covers on a slow Sunday morning - Vinyl Record Log stays out of your way and keeps your collection beautifully organized. Download Vinyl Record Log and start cataloging your collection today. Add your first record in seconds. Privacy Policy: https://apps.giguom.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://apps.giguom.com/terms

Screenshots

Bothside4 screens
Vinyl Record Log4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Bothside at 15.1 against Vinyl Record Log's 17.0. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bothside sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per year and Vinyl Record Log sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bothside ships an update every 6 days, Vinyl Record Log every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Bothside versus Vinyl Record Log: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBothsideVinyl Record Log
PriceFreeFree
Rating—1.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterEvery 9 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB50 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperManuel Parra VillarNaveen Cs

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Bothside

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Anual7 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time3
  • 50 Créditos$1.99
  • 200 Créditos$4.99
  • 500 Créditos$11.99
1 purchases

Vinyl Record Log

One-time1
  • Vinyl Record Log Pro$5.99

Questions

Is Bothside free?
Bothside is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Vinyl Record Log free?
Vinyl Record Log is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bothside or Vinyl Record Log have ads?
Neither Bothside nor Vinyl Record Log shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bothside or Vinyl Record Log?
Bothside ships an update every 6 days, and Vinyl Record Log every 9 days. Most recently, Bothside was updated on October 10, 2026 and Vinyl Record Log on September 26, 2026.

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