jager Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 (edited) I would like to get my collection organized and did not want to 'reinvent the wheel'. I was wondering what is being used to for inventory software by other modelers. I was hoping to keep track of manufacturer, name, mfg.-kit#, cost/msrp, scale and possibly a few customizable field for Apple OS. Thanks ahead of time Jager Edited August 19, 2012 by jager Quote Link to post Share on other sites
daywalker Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 I use Suisoft Kitbase, great software! They have a free trial version which is easily updated to the paid version later. Suisoft Kitbase Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Liberator24 Posted August 19, 2012 Share Posted August 19, 2012 The only way to go...very thorough!! -Jim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Liberator24 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 You can but if you got a stash like mine, KitBase is freakin incredible, plus he is implementing it with Excel now, so we can move it back and forth for those less fortunate, like the Fartresses.....LOL!! -Jim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
solher1 Posted August 20, 2012 Share Posted August 20, 2012 (edited) Hi all, I use My Stuff 2 and it is very good to keep all your stash on your hands all the time when you need it. It is only $5.00. Edited August 20, 2012 by solher1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jager Posted August 21, 2012 Author Share Posted August 21, 2012 I use Suisoft Kitbase, great software! They have a free trial version which is easily updated to the paid version later. Suisoft Kitbase Gary from Kitbase got back with me very promptly after my inquiry. He indicated he has a MAC compatible version in the works. I have been disorganized up to this point, so I'm willing to wait for it. You guys are right, this is good software. Thanks for your inputs Jager Quote Link to post Share on other sites
madmike Posted August 21, 2012 Share Posted August 21, 2012 I use Suisoft Kitbase, great software! They have a free trial version which is easily updated to the paid version later. Suisoft Kitbase Ditto Here. Recommended Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KitBaseGary Posted August 22, 2012 Share Posted August 22, 2012 Ditto Here. Recommended Thanks for the recommendations guys. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spectre711 Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 I just use a basic Excel spread sheet that I just made up. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KitBaseGary Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 I just use a basic Excel spread sheet that I just made up. You can import spreadsheets into KitBase now. KitBase might not be for you if you're happy with your spreadsheet, but you can try it out for free: http://www.suisoft.co.uk/kitbase/index.htm Some time ago, I knocked up a comparison chart (KitBase versus Spreadsheet): http://www.suisoft.co.uk/kitbase/spreadsheetcomparison.htm Cheers, Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
echolmberg Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 I've pondered the possibility of using a software program for my stash of models, supplies and paints. But then it got me to thinking that if I have so much crud that I need the use of a computer to keep track of it all, that means I've got a problem. I sold a bunch of stuff and just started focusing on the "building" aspect instead of the "getting" aspect. Besides, if I have to enter in all that info into some sort of program, why should I do that when I could take that time and dedicate it to building? Eric Quote Link to post Share on other sites
andrew.deboer Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Jager, I use Bento on my Mac. It is sort of a consumerized version of FileMaker Pro and has an I am a spammer, please report this post. app that you can get also. I used to use Excel, but Bento is a true relational database. Very easy to set up, so tracking what you have does not take away from doing the actual hobby... I would like to get my collection organized and did not want to 'reinvent the wheel'. I was wondering what is being used to for inventory software by other modelers. I was hoping to keep track of manufacturer, name, mfg.-kit#, cost/msrp, scale and possibly a few customizable field for Apple OS. Thanks ahead of time Jager Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kei Lau Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 Hi all, I use My Stuff 2 and it is very good to keep all your stash on your hands all the time when you need it. It is only $5.00. Is there a version for Windows? This price is right. I would like to see a hobbyist supported software that allows users to exchange MACRO to enhance program function. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KursadA Posted August 23, 2012 Share Posted August 23, 2012 I would like to see a hobbyist supported software that allows users to exchange MACRO to enhance program function. Can you elaborate on what you mean? I am considering releasing a kit stash management software/service myself, and would be interested in hearing what kind of features users want. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Supertom Posted August 28, 2012 Share Posted August 28, 2012 (edited) Has there been any thought to an iOS/Android/Windows Mobile port? Something that can be put on a database to be accessible on a smartphone would be nice feature, since that would come in really handy when at a the local hobby store or a show. Edited August 28, 2012 by Supertom Quote Link to post Share on other sites
KitBaseGary Posted August 29, 2012 Share Posted August 29, 2012 Has there been any thought to an iOS/Android/Windows Mobile port? Something that can be put on a database to be accessible on a smartphone would be nice feature, since that would come in really handy when at a the local hobby store or a show. I'm working towards a Mac and iOS port with KitBase. Unfortunately, it's dependent on a couple of Microsoft-specific technologies at the moment. Right now you can export the KitBase reports to PDF or Excel format and access these via an app on iOS/Android. The 'lite' versions of the PDF/document readers are free. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.