Comparison

StampRef vs VaultSnap

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

Head to head
About

StampRef

Features
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Discover the real value of your stamps with StampRef β€” the smarter way to scan, identify, and manage your collection. Snap a photo and use StampRef as your stamp identifier for fast, accurate stamp identification from a global library of 100,000+ issues. Get price estimates, grading details, and real market offers in seconds, so you know exactly what you have. What can StampRef do? – Instant Stamp Identification: Scan any stamp and quickly uncover its origin, year, and key details with a reliable stamp value identifier. – Identify Classic U.S. Stamps: Recognize iconic issues, including results collectors may search as a Washington stamp identifier or Franklin stamp identifier. – Know the Real Value: See price estimates, grading ranges, and active market offers β€” no more guessing. – Track Your Collection: Save your stamps, organize your album, and follow your collection as it grows. Whether you’re sorting an old album or adding new finds, StampRef makes worldwide stamp identification simple and helps you understand, track, and organize your collection in one place. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

VaultSnap

Features
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Know what every card in your collection is really worth. VaultSnap turns your camera into an instant card appraiser. Point it at any trading card and get its current market value in seconds β€” no more guessing, no more manual lookups. Scan & Value Instantly Snap a photo of any card and VaultSnap identifies it and shows its up-to-date market price right away. Track Your Collection's Worth Build your digital collection and watch its total value update in real time as the market moves. Follow Price Trends See how a card's value has changed over time so you know the right moment to buy, sell, or hold. Built for Collectors & Sellers Whether you're sorting a childhood collection, managing inventory for sales, or hunting for hidden gems, VaultSnap keeps you informed. Snap. Value. Track. Download VaultSnap today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

StampRef4 screens
VaultSnap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: StampRef at none against VaultSnap's shown. StampRef also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. StampRef sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and VaultSnap sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StampRef ships an update every 3 weeks, VaultSnap fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 4 level
StampRef versus VaultSnap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStampRefVaultSnap
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS13.0 β€” better15.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size140 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVictor PhamAnh Nguyen

In-app purchases

3 purchases

StampRef

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium$8.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$59.991 Year
3 purchases

VaultSnap

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$49.991 Year

Questions

Is StampRef free?
StampRef is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VaultSnap free?
VaultSnap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do StampRef or VaultSnap have ads?
VaultSnap shows ads; StampRef does not.
Which is updated more often, StampRef or VaultSnap?
StampRef ships an update every 3 weeks, and VaultSnap fortnightly. Most recently, StampRef was updated on October 10, 2026 and VaultSnap on October 14, 2026.

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