# hobbyDB Collection Management

> The best tool for collectors to track their collections, wishlists and values.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.threebrothersapps.hobbydbvision](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.threebrothersapps.hobbydbvision)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.threebrothersapps.hobbydbvision`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** hobbyDB
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 186,052
- **Rating:** 4.49 / 5 (2,145 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.2.23
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-07
- **First published:** 2021-01-28
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 73 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.threebrothersapps.hobbydbvision)
- **Website:** [https://www.hobbydb.com](https://www.hobbydb.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://help.hobbydb.com/support/solutions/articles/36000268817-privacy-policy](https://help.hobbydb.com/support/solutions/articles/36000268817-privacy-policy)

## Description

hobbyDB Collection Management is the ultimate tool for collectors to research and manage various collectibles. With coverage of over 15,000 brands and designers, it offers an extensive price guide featuring more than six million price points. Collectors can track their collection's value over time, create personalized online museums called Showcases, and engage with a vast marketplace for buying, selling, and trading collectibles.

The hobbyDB app enhances real-time collecting experiences through a barcode scanner for instant research while at stores or conventions. Additionally, collectors can stay informed with the hobbyDB Blog, featuring stories from the collectible world. Serving a community of over 700,000 members who manage upwards of 55 million collectibles, hobbyDB is the go-to platform for serious collectors seeking comprehensive collection management and market insights.

## Rankings

- #164,837 — Overall
- #6 — collection

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_APP_BADGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.anddoes.launcher.permission.UPDATE_COUNT`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.htc.launcher.permission.UPDATE_SHORTCUT`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.majeur.launcher.permission.UPDATE_BADGE`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.READ_SETTINGS`
- `com.oppo.launcher.permission.WRITE_SETTINGS`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.READ`
- `com.sec.android.provider.badge.permission.WRITE`
- `com.sonyericsson.home.permission.BROADCAST_BADGE`
- `com.sonymobile.home.permission.PROVIDER_INSERT_BADGE`
- `com.threebrothersapps.hobbydbvision.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.threebrothersapps.hobbydbvision.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_READ`
- `me.everything.badger.permission.BADGE_COUNT_WRITE`

## Review summary

User reviews show a mixed-to-negative view. Pros include ease of use and a loyal, community-oriented user base for managing pops. However, the app suffers from heavy advertising, paywalls, and a subscription model that limits access to value data. Frequent glitches and update loops, plus data gaps (inaccurate pricing and many items missing) and login issues further degrade usability. Overall sentiment leans negative due to stability and cost concerns despite some redeeming features.

### Pros

- Easy to use
- Long-time user base and go-to app for Funko Pops
- Affiliate discounts automatically applied when ordering elsewhere
- Community features for finding, buying, selling, and connecting with other hobbyists

### Cons

- Too many intrusive ads and an ad-heavy experience
- Mandatory subscription or paid features to access core value data
- Frequent glitches, bugs and update problems that hinder use
- Data gaps: price accuracy issues and many items missing from the database
- Scanning limits and navigation/login issues, including trouble staying logged in

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.threebrothersapps.hobbydbvision)