Comparison

Stackd vs Hobby Dataslate

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

Head to head
About

Stackd

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Stackd is the ultimate portfolio tracker for LEGO collectors and investors. Whether you're building a collection for fun or profit, Stackd helps you understand exactly what your LEGO is worth. TRACK YOUR COLLECTION • Add LEGO sets and minifigures by searching our extensive database • Record purchase prices, quantities, and condition • View beautiful cards showing each item's current value and gain/loss • Organize with filters and sorting options REAL-TIME MARKET VALUES • Get up-to-date market prices powered by BrickEconomy • See how each item's value has changed since you bought it • Track your total portfolio value at a glance PORTFOLIO INSIGHTS (Premium) • View your 30-day performance chart • See your average return percentage across all items • Identify your top gainers and losers • Make smarter buying and selling decisions SIMPLE & BEAUTIFUL • Clean, intuitive interface designed for collectors • Quick search to find any set or minifig instantly • Dark mode support for comfortable viewing FREE TO START • Track up to 10 items completely free • Upgrade to Premium for unlimited items and advanced analytics Whether you're a casual collector tracking your childhood sets or a serious investor monitoring thousands of dollars in LEGO, Stackd gives you the tools to understand and grow your collection's value. Download Stackd today and discover what your LEGO is really worth. Privacy Policy: https://aydingursoy.github.io/stackd/privacy-policy.html Terms of Service: https://aydingursoy.github.io/stackd/terms-of-service.html Support: https://aydingursoy.github.io/stackd/#support

About

Hobby Dataslate

This app helps miniature collectors and painters track their Warhammer 40K models, log paints, organize army lists, and manage hobby projects. It offers features for collection management, painting progress, and social sharing of finished models.

Highlights
  • Track 1,600+ datasheets
  • Barcode quick-add for boxes
  • Painting pipeline tracking
  • Sprue & bits stash management
  • Unit paint recipes
  • Import/backup from other formats
  • Collection documentation & valuation
Features
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The miniature collection and painting tracker for your Warhammer 40K pile of shame. Track every model from sprue to shelf, organize army lists, log your paints and hobby spending — free with Sign in with Apple, Google Sign-In, or Guest Mode. COLLECTION Track 1,600+ datasheets across every faction: • Universal add search — box sets and units in one field; bulk-add whole combat patrols in one tap • Barcode quick-add — scan 137+ retail UPCs for combat patrols, boarding patrols, battleforces, Kill Team boxes, and Start Collecting sets • 150+ retail box sets including chapter combat patrols, boarding patrols, battleforces, and Kill Team retail boxes • Faction & chapter organization with role groupings and X/Y role counters • Legends toggle (498 units) with stats inclusion control • Painting pipeline from Wishlist through Finished, plus Kitbashed, Magnetized, and 3D Printed tags • Effort scoring and storage location tags • Launch box workflows — combat patrols and split halves (e.g. Armageddon) • Inventory Screen — filter, role-group, and batch-edit collection units WORKBENCH Your painting hub for projects, stash, sessions, repairs, and challenges: • Sprue & bits stash (20 free / unlimited Premium) and paint collection (40 free / unlimited Premium) • Batch projects and WIP photo timelines (Premium) • Unit paint recipes (free) and army-level shared recipes (Hero) • Desk painting sessions with timer and logs (free); session progress photos (Premium) • Repairs queue — flag broken or missing bits, add notes, bulk mark fixed (free) • Achievements, seasonal challenges (1 free / full library Hero), and friend leaderboards (Hero) • Commission tracking, magnetization loadouts, tournament prep checklists, and campaign notes SOCIAL • DATASLATE# friend codes — 3 friends free, unlimited with Premium • Browse friend collections on free tier; public sharing and army lending (Premium) • Community & friends finished-model showcases (Hero) • Monthly friend activity feed, army share codes, borrow requests, and deep links IMPORT & BACKUP BattleScribe (.rosz), New Recruit (.json), WH40k app paste, JSON backup/restore, native JSON export via share sheet, duplicate checker, auto army creation, and list gap (owned vs shortfall). INSURANCE Up to 10 collection documentation photos (all tiers) and valuation PDF export with MSRP rollup and photo appendix. SPENDING Price Paid & MSRP per unit, 290+ kit lookups, 13 currencies, and Stats overview. Free tier includes 25 spending-log entries; Premium unlimited source logs (GW, LGS, eBay, trade). Hero adds analytics charts and monthly budget goals. ARMIES Custom lists with stats, completion %, bulk select, and free tournament PDF export. STATS Status breakdowns and repair callouts on every tier. Hero adds pile-of-shame predictor, hobby velocity charts, faction breakdowns, monthly Hobby Wrapped share cards, and tap-to-filter Collection. Local reminders for budget check-ins and challenge deadlines. PREMIUM — $1/mo or $10/yr Unlimited units & armies (free: 40/5), unlimited photos, WIP timelines, painted gallery view, batch projects, full social (unlimited friends, public sharing), spending logs, unlimited stash & paints, and desk session photos. HERO — $5/mo or $40/yr Everything in Premium plus full-resolution showcase photos, custom unit names, 40K theme, custom faction colors, army paint recipes, advanced stats dashboards, full challenges & leaderboards, finished-model showcases, alternate app icons, and weekly painting nudge. Lifetime Hero — $50 one-time (ends July 31, 2026) Privacy Policy: https://hobby-dataslate.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://hobby-dataslate.app/terms Download Hobby Dataslate and take command of your collection! (Hobby Dataslate is an unofficial fan app and is not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by Games Workshop Limited.)

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hobby Dataslate at none against Stackd's 2. Hobby Dataslate also leads on device support and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.6). On price 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. Stackd sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Hobby Dataslate asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Stackd versus Hobby Dataslate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStackdHobby Dataslate
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 days
Ads—No
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Freemium
Devices—iPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.616.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB67 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAYDIN ALI GURSOYAlexander Lewis

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Stackd

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • stackd yearly$39.991 Year
None

Hobby Dataslate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stackd free?
Stackd is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hobby Dataslate free?
Hobby Dataslate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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