Free scanning, full-album scanning and Japanese and Chinese Pokémon support. Now available on iOS.
Visit official website ↗THE SCANNER GUIDES / SEPTEMBER 23, 2026
PAID TCG SCANNER APPS.
Paid scanner plans should solve a specific collection problem. Compare the upgrade you need, the billing period and the free alternative before subscribing.
SCANNERS WITH PAID UPGRADES.
Compare what the upgrade adds: scanning allowances, exports, collection tools and price research.
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Multi-game collection tracking
Collectr
Track raw cards, graded cards and sealed products together, with market history and portfolio tools. PRO adds unlimited scans and exports.
Multiple TCGsFree download · PRO available
Magic decks and collections
Dragon Shield MTG
Scan Magic cards, organize folders and build decks with mana-curve statistics, trade comparisons and collection exports.
MTGFree download · In-app upgrades
Pokémon binders, variants and set completion
Dex
Dex scanner review: Pokémon variants, region-based card editions, folders, Dex+ prices and iOS CSV export for collectors building a complete binder.
PokémonFree download · Dex+ scanner
Magic inventory that feeds deck building
ManaBox
ManaBox scanner review: Magic scanning, binders, deck tools, CSV export and PRO prices, with practical guidance for cataloguing a full collection.
Magic: The GatheringFree download · PRO available
Pokémon collection folders
Dragon Shield Pokémon
Organize Pokémon cards into folders, compare trade values, build decks and export collection lists.
PokémonFree download · Premium available
Multiple trading card games
FoilSnap
A scanner for Pokémon, Magic and Yu-Gi-Oh! with portfolio tracking and tools for identifying foil variants.
Pokémon; MTG; Yu-Gi-Oh!Free download · Premium available
Pokémon master sets
Acorn
Track Pokémon sets and master sets, scan multiple cards and import or export collections with pricing from several marketplaces.
PokémonFree download · PRO available
Pokémon price research
PokeScope
Pair camera scanning with recent eBay sales, graded-card prices and collection organization. Premium adds unlimited scans.
PokémonFree download · Premium available
Collection portfolios
Shiny
Scan cards, build folders and wishlists, follow completed-sale prices and inspect centering with its grading-preparation tool.
Pokémon; Multiple TCGsFree download · PRO available
Multi-game scanning
FoilBoost
The listing includes Pokémon, Magic and Yu-Gi-Oh! scanning, foil identification and collection price tracking.
Pokémon; MTG; Yu-Gi-Oh!Free download · Premium available
Yu-Gi-Oh! decks and trades
Dragon Shield Yu-Gi-Oh!
Scan Yu-Gi-Oh! cards, build main, side and extra decks, and organize trade lists with collection exports.
Yu-Gi-Oh!Free download · Premium available
Magic batch scanning
MagicFrame
The listing describes on-device Magic recognition and collection management. PRO adds batch scanning, price feeds and portfolio analytics.
MTGFree download · PRO available
Pokémon on-device recognition
PokéVision
Recognize Pokémon cards on your phone and track set completion. Start with 20 cards; PRO unlocks unlimited scanning.
PokémonFree download · PRO available
Pokémon collection totals
TCG Card Scanner Value
Identify Pokémon cards, view set and rarity details, and track the value of a collection with subscription options.
PokémonFree download · Subscription available
One Piece collections
Nika TCG
Scan One Piece cards and organize binders, decks and wishlists. Premium adds unlimited scans, saved cards and lists.
One PieceFree download · Premium available
Scanning and portfolio tracking
Card Scanner Value TCG
Scan cards into collections, maintain wishlists and follow prices. PRO adds export and portfolio profit/loss.
Pokémon · MTG · One Piece · Yu-Gi-Oh!Free download · PRO available
Multi-game collections with condition insights
HoloDex
HoloDex combines card identification, collection tracking and AI condition estimates across eleven advertised card games. Its portfolio and sealed-product tools suit collectors who want more than a price lookup.
Pokémon, One Piece, Disney Lorcana, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, Dragon Ball Super, Digimon, Gundam, Union Arena, Riftbound and Star Wars UnlimitedFree download; Pro in-app purchases
Sales-history research across cards and collectibles
PriceCharting
PriceCharting pairs photo identification with historical sales, grade-specific values and a collection tracker. It is particularly relevant when the question is which comparable sales support a value.
Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering and Disney Lorcana, plus sports cards and other collectiblesFree core tools; Collector subscription available
Pokémon and Magic portfolios with CSV or JSON exports
MonPrice
MonPrice connects card scanning and price tracking with quantities, collections and structured exports. Its current release history extends beyond the Pokémon-only scope still described in an older website FAQ.
Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering and One Piece10 initial scans advertised free; Pro options
Sports-card collections with an integrated marketplace
CollX
CollX links card identification and inventory management to a buying and selling marketplace. Its sports-card scope and paid seller tools make it especially relevant to collectors organizing cards for sale.
Baseball, basketball, football, hockey, soccer, wrestling and other sports; Pokémon, Magic, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Flesh and Blood, One Piece and Lorcana; selected non-sport cardsFree collection limits; Pro $9.99/month or $99.99/year advertised
Multi-game collections with personal notes and wishlists
Foloy
Foloy combines photo identification, collection records, price history and wishlists across several TCGs. Its tags and card notes suit collectors who want to organize what they own as well as look up values.
Pokémon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece and Dragon Ball; the official website also lists Disney LorcanaFree download; optional Pro purchases
Sports cards alongside Pokémon and MTG
LUDEX
LUDEX combines card identification, collection binders and eBay listing tools, with an unusually clear free collection allowance.
Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, VeeFriends; sports cardsFree tier + Lite, Standard and Pro
Sports and multi-game collections with AI condition estimates
Cardly AI
Cardly AI groups scanning, digital binders, estimated grading and price tracking in one app from Scate.
Pokémon, MTG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Digimon, Lorcana, One Piece; sports cardsFree download + in-app purchases
Pokémon collection tracking with a premium export option
Pokechart
Pokechart combines OCR scanning, searchable card records and collection charts, with export included in its premium feature list.
PokémonFree download + Premium subscription
Detailed portfolio accounting and market comparisons
Pokedata
Pokedata combines card scanning with purchase and sale records, shareable portfolios and market data spanning raw and graded cards.
Pokémon; wider website TCG catalogueFree tier + Gold and Platinum
Visual inventory and value tracking across devices
CardlyMon
CardlyMon combines AI card identification, collection records and estimated market-value tracking in apps from Applus.
Pokémon, MTG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, One Piece, Lorcana; sports cardsFree download + in-app subscriptions
WHEN AN UPGRADE MAKES SENSE
Pay for the feature you will actually use.
A paid scanner plan should solve a specific collecting problem. Before subscribing, identify the limit you want removed or the tool you need, then compare the full workflow and billing terms. A longer feature list is useful only when those features fit your collection.
Name the reason for upgrading.
Start with a concrete task: scanning a large batch, exporting a collection, keeping a backup or reviewing a longer price history. Write down which part of the current workflow gets in the way. This makes it easier to compare plans without giving equal weight to every advertised feature.
Try the underlying app before paying for additional capacity. More scans will not fix a catalogue that lacks your set, and a longer price chart will not correct the wrong printing. Our scanner selection guide explains the accuracy and game-support checks to complete first.
Compare the complete subscription terms.
Read the amount charged, billing period, renewal terms and trial duration on the purchase screen. A monthly equivalent displayed for an annual plan is different from a monthly charge. Compare the amount due today as well as the cost over the period you expect to use the app.
Use the offer shown for your own region and device when deciding. Listings can show several in-app products without explaining which one you will be offered. If you are comparing two apps, record the same billing period for both and include the features that are relevant to your task.
Look at documented premium features.
Collectr’s official PRO page lists unlimited scanning, data exports, extended price history and advanced filters. Those features cover different needs: scanning capacity for frequent additions, exports for moving records and history or filters for examining a collection.
Our Collectr review places the paid offering alongside its broader collection tools. The Dragon Shield MTG review covers a Magic-focused app with optional purchases and its published Pro Scanner update. Use the official plan details to check which tools are included in the purchase offered to you.
Evaluate batch scanning as a whole task.
If a paid plan offers a batch workflow, try the sort of cards you normally add. Include duplicates, foils and cards with similar artwork. Watch how you confirm results, change quantities and remove mistakes. A batch feature is useful when it reduces work across scanning, checking and saving.
Consider the end of the session too. Can you assign the batch to the right binder or list? Can you correct a few entries without repeating the rest? A neat final collection is the objective, so compare the time and attention needed to reach that result rather than just the camera animation.
Inspect exports, backup and collection portability.
When export is the reason for paying, check a sample before making a large commitment. Open the file and look for the identifiers and fields you need. Card name alone may be insufficient to reconstruct a collection containing multiple sets, finishes or languages.
Backup and export also serve different purposes. Backup helps restore the app’s data; an export may help you use records elsewhere. Read what each feature includes, whether it requires an account and how it behaves across devices. These details matter especially when your collection has quantities, purchase records or custom organization.
Review the decision after a normal session.
Use the upgraded feature on the work that justified it. If your goal was entering a new set, confirm that the cards are correctly recorded and the completion view is useful. If your goal was trading, examine how the app keeps the comparison; our Collectr saved-trades article explains that recent update.
Then decide whether the benefit is recurring or occasional. You might need a continuing subscription for frequent scanning, or simply prefer a free workflow for smaller additions. Compare alternatives in the free scanner guide and keep the renewal date visible while assessing the plan.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you choose.
Does paying make a scanner more accurate?
A plan may unlock a different scanning feature, but payment alone does not establish accuracy. Check the published feature description and try the cards and variants you own.
Should I choose monthly or annual billing?
Compare the total charge and the time you expect to use the paid features. Read the renewal terms and evaluate the workflow before making a longer commitment.
What is the difference between backup and export?
Backup is intended to restore data within a service or app. Export produces records for use outside it. Check which fields are preserved and which formats are available.
When is unlimited scanning useful?
It is relevant when a recurring allowance interrupts a task you do often. Check that correcting and saving those scans is also efficient before upgrading for capacity alone.
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