YOU WOULD THINK that managing collections, no matter what they are, would be a straightforward part of any tech product or software. It feels as though it fits within the natural database structure of many apps and operating systems, but the choices are surprisingly varied and at times overly complex and hard to use. It can make finding the best way to catalog your collections a time consuming process, but we can help with that as we detail a variety of methods that will suit collections of different types. The choice will be yours as to if you want an all–in–one solution that can manage many different aspects of your life or tools that are aimed at particular objects or areas of collection, but there is definitely enough choice for anyone to find a solution. If you are working with collections where timeliness will be a factor, you will want to look at solutions that can work on Macs, iPads, iPhones, and even the Apple Watch. For some collections, flexibility, and also security, will be a deciding factor.
Multiple choice
Searching for “collection” in the iOS or Mac App Stores will bring back a huge list of apps, many of which are games, so you will need to tweak your search. Try using “manage your collections” and the results will be much more specific to your requirements. The next step is the hardest bit, however, because the choice is almost endless.
A BIG AND SMALL
Some collection apps are created by big developers and others by one single developer, so you will need to choose which is best for you. There is no guarantee as to which option is likely to be in business longer.
B MANAGE THE COSTS
Some apps can get very expensive either initially or through in–app purchases. Don’t presume that just because an app is expensive that it will be more complete, because this is not always the
