Instabrick does basic minifigure scanning, but serious resellers need more than one-at-a-time lookups. You're moving hundreds of figures monthly, managing multiple collections, and need accurate bulk valuations fast. While Instabrick works for casual collectors, volume resellers need tools built for scale. brickem.io handles bulk scanning with accuracy that matters when thousands of dollars are on the line. Built by resellers who got tired of scanning figures one by one.
Where Instabrick falls short for volume resellers
Instabrick focuses on individual figure scanning. That works fine if you're checking a few figures from your personal collection, but breaks down when you're processing estate sales, bulk lots, or inventory updates. Scanning one figure at a time kills your profit margins.
The app also lacks proper inventory management. You can identify figures, but you can't organize them into collections, track what you've listed, or export data to your selling platforms. For serious resellers, that's half the work still undone.
What brickem.io does differently
We built brickem.io specifically for bulk operations. Scan entire lots in minutes, not hours. Our computer vision handles multiple figures in a single photo, so you can lay out 20-30 figures and get accurate identifications and valuations in one scan.
Your inventory stays organized in collections. Sort by lot, location, listing status, or whatever system works for your business. When you're ready to list, export files formatted for BrickLink, eBay, Whatnot, or CSV for your own systems.
The accuracy matters too. We focus on getting the expensive figures right because missing a $200 Clone Trooper variant costs you real money. Our database includes current market prices, not just catalog values.
Built for your workflow
Real resellers need more than scanning. You need to track what you've bought, what's been listed, what sold, and what's still sitting. brickem.io handles the full workflow from acquisition to sale.
One plan covers everything: unlimited scanning, bulk workflows, and every export format. It's $20/month or $200/year, and every checkout starts with a 14-day free trial.
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| Feature | Instabrick | brickem.io |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk scanning | No | Yes, 20-30 figures per scan |
| Inventory collections | Limited | Unlimited |
| Export to selling platforms | No | BrickLink, eBay, Whatnot, CSV |
| Minifig database | Limited | 18,900+ minifigures |
| Current market pricing | Basic | Real-time market data |
| Monthly scans | Unknown | Unlimited |
| Built for resellers | No | Yes |
FAQ
Does brickem.io work better than Instabrick for bulk lots?
Yes. While Instabrick scans one figure at a time, brickem.io handles 20-30 figures in a single photo. For estate sales and bulk lots, this saves hours of scanning time.
Can I export my inventory data like I need for selling platforms?
Absolutely. brickem.io exports files formatted for BrickLink, eBay, Whatnot, plus CSV. Instabrick doesn't offer platform exports, so you'd have to manually enter everything.
Is the accuracy good enough for expensive figures?
Our accuracy focuses on getting valuable variants right. We know missing a rare Clone Trooper or exclusive figure costs you hundreds. The database includes current market prices, not just retail catalog values.
See the difference on your next bulk lot. Start your 14-day free trial and scan entire lots in one photo. One plan, $20/month or $200/year, everything included.
