How accurate is the brick'em scanner?

brick'em is trained on 18,600+ minifigures using BrickLink's complete catalog. You get the exact BrickLink ID, name, and market price for every figure scanned.

Do I need a credit card to start?

No. Start your 14-day free trial with no payment due today. Cancel anytime during the trial and you won't be charged.

What platforms can I export to?

Whatnot, eBay, BrickLink, Shopify, BrickStore, and generic CSV. Each export is formatted specifically for that platform so you can bulk upload immediately.

Is brick'em just for minifigures?

No. brick'em identifies both minifigures and individual parts. The parts scanner identifies pieces by color and looks up prices per variant.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes. Cancel or downgrade from your settings page. No contracts, no cancellation fees, no questions asked.

I already have a system that works. Why switch?

If your current process handles 200+ figures a week without eating your weekends, keep it. But if you're spending hours on manual lookups, brick'em does the same work in minutes. Most sellers try the 14-day free trial and never go back.

Comparison

brick'em vs Brickset

Brickset is a long-running LEGO set database and community site known for its comprehensive set information, user reviews, set news, and collection tracking. It is primarily a reference and collecting tool, not a reselling workflow tool.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Feature	brick'em	Brickset
LEGO set database	Limited
Minifigure database
AI scanning from photos		–
BrickLink pricing		–
Retail pricing / RRP tracking	–
Bulk scanning (20+ figs per photo)		–
Inventory / collection tracking
Export to selling platforms		–
Set reviews	–
LEGO news and announcements	–

Strengths and Weaknesses

brick'em strengths

AI-powered scanning identifies minifigures from photos in seconds
Bulk scan 20+ minifigures in a single photo
BrickLink pricing data for every identified item
Export formatted for Whatnot, eBay, and BrickLink
Built specifically for resellers who need pricing and workflow tools

Brickset strengths

The most comprehensive LEGO set database available
Retail pricing and RRP tracking across regions
User reviews and ratings for thousands of sets
LEGO news, announcements, and set reveals
Collection tracking with set wanted lists
Long-established community with years of data

Brickset limitations

–No AI scanning — manual search only
–No BrickLink marketplace pricing for resellers
–No bulk identification from photos
–No export tools for reselling platforms
–Focused on sets, not individual minifigure resale

The Verdict

Brickset is the best place to look up LEGO set details, read reviews, and follow LEGO news. It is a collector reference tool. brick'em is built for the resale workflow: scan minifigures, get BrickLink prices, manage inventory, and export to selling platforms. If you want to know when a new LEGO set is releasing, check Brickset. If you want to know what a pile of minifigures is worth and get them listed, use brick'em.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Brickset have AI scanning?

No. Brickset is a database and community site. You search for sets and minifigures manually by name or number. brick'em uses AI to identify LEGO minifigures and parts from photos automatically.

Does Brickset show BrickLink prices?

Brickset shows retail prices (RRP) and some secondary market pricing, but it does not show detailed BrickLink marketplace data. brick'em shows BrickLink average used and new prices for every identified minifigure.

Is Brickset free?

Brickset has a free tier with basic features. Premium features and an ad-free experience require a paid membership. brick'em offers free single scans with no account required.

Which is better for tracking my LEGO collection?

It depends on what you collect. Brickset is excellent for tracking sets with detailed information, reviews, and retail pricing. brick'em is better for tracking minifigures with BrickLink resale pricing and export capabilities.

Can I use Brickset and brick'em together?

Yes. Brickset is a great reference for set-level information and LEGO news. brick'em handles the reselling workflow for minifigures. Many LEGO enthusiasts use both for different purposes.

Does Brickset have export tools for sellers?

No. Brickset is not designed for reselling. brick'em exports your inventory formatted for Whatnot, eBay, and BrickLink so you can go from scan to listed quickly.

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