Comparison

Figure Finder vs TinPot

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

Head to head
About

Figure Finder

Instantly identify LEGO Collectible Minifigures by scanning the code on their blind bags. Track your collection, mark figures as collected, and manage duplicates. Supports multiple regions and series.

Highlights
  • Instant Data Matrix scanning
  • Identify figures before opening bags
  • Track collected figures and duplicates
  • Browse over 400 figures across multiple series
  • Supports US, EU, and AU regional codes
  • Per-series progress tracking
Features
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Stop guessing. Figure Finder reads the Data Matrix code on any LEGO® Collectible Minifigure bag and instantly reveals which figure is inside - before you open it. Scan & Identify: Point your camera at the code on the bottom of any supported blind bag. The app identifies the figure in seconds, showing you the name and image so you always get exactly who you're after. Track Your Collection: Browse all 33 series in one place. Mark figures as collected, track duplicates, and watch your progress fill up series by series. Features • Instant Data Matrix scanning - no typing, no guessing • Supports US, EU, and AU regional codes for Series 25–29, alongside Dungeons & Dragons, Spider-Verse, Formula 1, and Shrek • Browse and track 400+ figures across Series 1–29 + Extras • Count duplicates - know exactly how many of each you own • Per-series progress bar so you always know what's left Figure Finder is an independent fan app. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this app.

About

TinPot

Features
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TinPot is the app for miniature painters and hobbyists who want to nail the right color without guesswork. Take a reference photo — a mini, artwork, or physical swatch — pick a point with the magnifier, and instantly see the closest acrylic matches from brands like Citadel Colour, Vallejo, Army Painter, AK Interactive, and more. Matching uses Lab color space with ΔE₀₀ (CIEDE2000), the same standard color professionals rely on. KEY FEATURES • Color picker — Camera or gallery, touch sampling with magnifier, hex and RGB values, and a ranked list of compatible paints with brand filters. • Dashboard — Quick access to analyze an image and view your active projects. (Coming soon!) • Projects — Save work on your device: name, notes, category, reference photos, and colors linked to the catalog with their ΔE. (Coming soon!) • Inventory — Track what’s on your paint shelf: catalog search, quantities per SKU, and barcode entry when the code exists in local data. • Settings — Light, dark, or system theme; favorite brands; customizable project categories. BUILT FOR THE HOBBY BENCH • Bundled catalog data for color lookup without relying on a constant connection. • Projects and inventory stored locally on your iPhone or iPad. • App interface available in English and Spanish. (for now) • Portrait-first layout, ideal at the painting table. TinPot doesn’t replace your artistic judgment — it gets you closer to the reference so you waste less paint testing shades. Questions or ideas? Tap Settings → Send feedback in the app. --- Independently developed. Thank you for supporting the project.

Screenshots

Figure Finder4 screens
TinPot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: TinPot at none against Figure Finder's shown. TinPot also leads on iOS requirement (15.5 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. Figure Finder sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and TinPot sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Figure Finder ships an update weekly, TinPot every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Figure Finder versus TinPot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFigure FinderTinPot
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 10 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.5 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB95 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMitchell RudollEsteban Davalos Navarro

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Figure Finder

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
1 purchases

TinPot

One-time1
  • TinPot Pro - Lifetime$4.99

Questions

Is Figure Finder free?
Figure Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TinPot free?
TinPot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Figure Finder or TinPot have ads?
Figure Finder shows ads; TinPot does not.
Which is updated more often, Figure Finder or TinPot?
Figure Finder ships an update weekly, and TinPot every 10 days. Most recently, Figure Finder was updated on October 19, 2026 and TinPot on October 5, 2026.

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