BrickStore has been the go-to inventory management software for LEGO resellers for years. It tracks your parts, manages orders, and syncs with BrickLink. But if you're scaling beyond casual selling, BrickStore's manual entry process becomes a bottleneck. Modern resellers need bulk scanning, faster workflows, and tools built for volume. Here's what BrickStore does well, where it falls short for serious sellers, and why many are switching to brick'em.
What BrickStore does right
BrickStore excels at detailed inventory tracking once your data is entered. It connects directly to BrickLink, handles complex lot management, and gives you precise control over individual items. For sellers with smaller inventories or those who don't mind manual data entry, it gets the job done.
The software tracks condition grades, lot quantities, and pricing across multiple marketplaces. Its reporting features help you understand profit margins and inventory turnover. BrickStore also handles the technical side of BrickLink integration seamlessly.
Where BrickStore hits a wall for volume sellers
The biggest problem with BrickStore is speed. Adding inventory means typing part numbers, selecting conditions, and entering quantities one item at a time. A collection of 200 minifigures takes hours to catalog properly.
BrickStore also struggles with bulk operations. Want to update prices across 500 items? You're clicking through each one individually. Need to quickly identify valuable pieces in a bulk lot? BrickStore can't help until everything is already cataloged.
The interface feels dated, and workflows assume you have unlimited time for data entry. Modern resellers need tools that work at the speed of their sourcing, not software that slows them down.
How brick'em works differently
We built brick'em specifically for bulk operations. Our visual scanning tool identifies up to 50 minifigures in one photo. Take a photo of your lot, and we'll recognize figures, estimate values, and build your inventory automatically.
Bulk price updates happen in seconds, not hours. Export to BrickLink, eBay, Whatnot, or CSV with one click. Multiple inventory collections let you track different sourcing channels separately.
The interface prioritizes speed over complexity. Common tasks that take 30 minutes in BrickStore happen in under 5 minutes with brick'em.
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| Feature | BrickStore | brick'em |
|---|---|---|
| Inventory entry | Manual typing | Visual bulk scanning |
| Minifigure identification | Manual lookup | Automatic recognition |
| Bulk operations | Limited | Built for bulk |
| Setup time | Hours of manual entry | Minutes with scanning |
| Learning curve | Steep | Intuitive |
| Pricing | Free (open source) | $20/mo or $200/yr, 14-day free trial |
| Export options | BrickLink focused | Multiple platforms |
| Mobile workflow | Desktop only | Works on phone/tablet |
FAQ
Can I import my BrickStore data into brick'em?
Yes, you can export from BrickStore to CSV and import into brick'em. Our bulk scanning tools will also help you quickly rebuild inventory from physical items.
Does brick'em replace all BrickStore features?
We focus on what volume resellers need most: fast inventory building, bulk scanning, and multi-platform exports. BrickStore has more granular tracking features that casual sellers might prefer.
How accurate is the bulk scanning compared to manual BrickStore entry?
Our recognition accuracy is 98% on our published benchmark. You get speed without sacrificing reliability, plus manual correction tools for edge cases.
Ready to cut your inventory time from hours to minutes? Start your 14-day free trial and bulk scan your first lot today. Pro is $20/month or $200/year after the trial.
