Comparison

Manhole Notebook vs Dam Card Map

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

Head to head
About

Manhole Notebook

Features
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Japan's streets hide tiny masterpieces beneath your feet — and now you can collect them all. Manhole Cards (マンホールカード) are free collectible cards distributed by municipalities across Japan, each featuring a stunning, one-of-a-kind manhole cover design. From cherry blossoms in Kyoto to samurai crests in Sendai, every card tells the story of its city. Collect Japan's Manhole Cards is the ultimate companion for hunters and travelers alike: - Browse 1,200+ cards spanning all 47 prefectures — filter by region, design, or release date - Find distribution points on a live map so you never miss a card while exploring - Track your collection and watch your map of Japan come to life as you collect - Connect with fellow collectors — add friends and compare collections to see who has what - Get latest news about cards released by municipalities - Works offline — your collection and maps are always with you, even in the countryside Whether you're a seasoned collector or discovering manhole cards for the first time, this app turns every walk in Japan into a treasure hunt. The cards are free. The adventure is priceless. Special thanks to @public_cardigan for providing the latest card news and distribution updates. Terms of Use: https://gabrielbarandiaran.github.io/barandiaran-gp/manhole-notebook/terms-en.html Privacy Policy: https://gabrielbarandiaran.github.io/barandiaran-gp/manhole-notebook/privacy-en.html

About

Dam Card Map

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Find and track official Japanese dam cards with an easy-to-use map. Dam Card Map shows dam card pickup locations across Japan and helps you keep track of your collection. It is a useful companion for trips, drives, and dam visits. 〖Key features〗 ■ Find pickup points on a map See dams and card pickup locations on the map. Search around your current location or by place, address, or facility name. ■ Track your collection Record the card versions you own, the date collected, and whether you visited or photographed each dam. ■ Browse cards and details Browse cards by region and check pickup locations, hours, and links to official guidance. ■ Update distribution information Check for updated pickup information from within the app. ■ Back up and restore your records Save collection records to a file and restore them when changing devices or recovering a backup. 〖Recommended for〗 • Dam card collectors • Travelers and drivers looking for nearby pickup points • Anyone who wants a simple record of their dam visits This app covers official dam cards only. Distribution and stock can change, so please check official guidance before visiting.

Screenshots

Manhole Notebook4 screens
Dam Card Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dam Card Map at none against Manhole Notebook's 1. Manhole Notebook's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. Manhole Notebook sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $14.99 per year. Dam Card Map asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Manhole Notebook ships an update weekly, Dam Card Map every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Manhole Notebook versus Dam Card Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterManhole NotebookDam Card Map
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB31 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGabriel Barandiaran SilveiraTETSUNOSUKE HIDA

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Manhole Notebook

Subscriptions1
  • Pro Yearly$14.991 Year
None

Dam Card Map

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Manhole Notebook free?
Manhole Notebook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dam Card Map free?
Dam Card Map is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Manhole Notebook or Dam Card Map have ads?
Dam Card Map shows ads; Manhole Notebook does not.
Which is updated more often, Manhole Notebook or Dam Card Map?
Manhole Notebook ships an update weekly, and Dam Card Map every 5 days. Most recently, Manhole Notebook was updated on October 8, 2026 and Dam Card Map on October 24, 2026.

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