THE SCANNERSTANDARD.
LESS GUESSWORK.
BETTER SCANS.
A closer look at TCG scanner apps.
We’re here to find what gets the card right,
what saves you time, and what’s worth paying for.
THE LINEUP↓
FIND YOUR GAME
BEST CARD SCANNERS BY GAME.
TOP FIVE.
Scanner app reviews.
Features, ratings and the latest updates.
TheCollectibles
Now on iOS · Scan & collect
Free scanning, full-album scanning and support for Japanese and Chinese Pokémon cards.
App Store ↗
Google Play ↗
Collectr
Free download · PRO available
Track raw cards, graded cards and sealed products together, with market history and portfolio tools. PRO adds unlimited scans and exports.
TCGplayer
Free to use
Scan cards into lists, follow TCGplayer market prices and move from your collection to marketplace listings.
Dragon Shield MTG
Free download · In-app upgrades
Scan Magic cards, organize folders and build decks with mana-curve statistics, trade comparisons and collection exports.
Dex
Free download · Dex+ scanner
Dex scanner review: Pokémon variants, region-based card editions, folders, Dex+ prices and iOS CSV export for collectors building a complete binder.
Explore the reviews for ratings, supported games, screenshots and updates.
05 APPS / TOP FIVEPOKÉMON / MAGIC: THE GATHERING / YU-GI-OH! / ONE PIECE
LATEST STORIES
THE SCANNER JOURNAL.
APP LAUNCHTheCollectibles Comes to iOS: Scan Cards, Track Your Portfolio and Open Packs
TheCollectibles.io is now on the App Store. See its card scanner, portfolio tools, pack opening, iOS requirements and official download.
Collectr
Card Scanner Value TCGCollectr vs Card Scanner Value TCG: track what you paid, not just today’s price
Compare Collectr with Card Scanner Value TCG on batch scanning, portfolio records, PRO exports and current prices. Which fits your collecting routine?
Collectr
TCG Card Scanner ValueCollectr vs TCG Card Scanner Value: what is behind the collection total?
Collectr vs TCG Card Scanner Value by Amoca: compare Pokémon card details, condition estimates, portfolio organization, export and paid options.
OUR METHOD
FEATURES.
SOURCES.
CONTEXT.
Our published review scores compare five features: scanning, game breadth, collection tools, exports and free access.
Read the criteria, source policy and approach to measured testing.
How our reviews work ↗A useful score needs an explanation.
Each scored app review shows its feature breakdown. Store ratings and featured editorial selections are identified separately.
SHOW THE WORK.
THEN GIVE THE SCORE.
Our review standard:
repeatable tests, clear measurements,
and evidence behind every rating.
FIELD NOTES / 003
BEFORE
YOU SCAN.
What is a TCG card scanner app?
It uses your phone’s camera to help identify a trading card. Depending on the app, you can then view pricing information, build a card list or add it to a collection. Features and game coverage differ by app.
Does scanning a card tell me its exact value?
A scanner can help identify a card and look up pricing data. Condition, printing, language and the source of that data still matter. Use the exact set, printing and condition to find a relevant price.
Which scanner app is the best?
Choose by the games you collect, your phone, your scan volume and the tools you need afterward. Explore our Best Scanner Apps guide to compare the options.
Are the app reviews available?
Explore our Collectr, TCGplayer and Dragon Shield reviews for ratings, games, pricing, screenshots and recent updates.