Comparison

Figure Finder vs BrickNav

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

BrickNav

Features
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BrickNav is a collection of useful LEGO tools designed to help builders, collectors, and hobbyists identify LEGO elements, research sets, complete minifigure collections, and work with LEGO colors. LEGO ID Identify LEGO parts, minifigures, and sets from photos using your device camera or uploaded images. Collectible Minifigures Scan CMF box codes, browse minifigure series, track wanted figures, manage your collection, and find replacement parts. Sets Research new and upcoming LEGO sets, monitor retirement dates, compare price-per-piece value, explore inventories and alternate builds, and maintain a personal want list. Colors Browse LEGO color information, view HEX values and complementary colors, and use Color Matcher Beta to identify LEGO colors with your camera. Whether you're sorting a collection, shopping for your next build, identifying a mystery part, or completing a minifigure series, BrickNav provides practical LEGO tools in one free app. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this application.

Screenshots

Figure Finder4 screens
BrickNav4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BrickNav at none against Figure Finder's 1. BrickNav also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence 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. BrickNav asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
Figure Finder versus BrickNav: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFigure FinderBrickNav
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 10 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMitchell RudollSteve Potts

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Figure Finder

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$1.99
None

BrickNav

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Figure Finder free?
Figure Finder is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BrickNav free?
BrickNav is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Figure Finder or BrickNav have ads?
Figure Finder shows ads; BrickNav does not.
Which is updated more often, Figure Finder or BrickNav?
Figure Finder ships an update weekly, and BrickNav every 10 days. Most recently, Figure Finder was updated on October 19, 2026 and BrickNav on October 5, 2026.

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