Card Catcher
Utilities
Only for iPhone
Free · Designed for iPhone. Not verified for macOS.
Maximize your time at the card show.
Card Catcher connects collectors and vendors in real time enhancing the live show experience.
FOR COLLECTORS
• Open the app and have the app populate the SHOWID for you
• Search the card you’re chasing
• Send a “PING” to all vendors using Card Catcher at the show
• Get instant responses if it’s available
• Navigate directly to the vendor’s booth
FOR VENDORS
• Get notified when collectors are searching for cards you may have
• Turn slow moments into sales
• Bring high intent-to-buy customers straight to your table
• Upload a CSV and Card Catcher will let you know if the incoming card search is in your inventory.
FOR ORGANIZERS
Interested in using Card Catcher at your event? Email: cardcatcherapp@gmail.com or submit your show on https://cardcatcher.app/
SUPPORTED
Pokémon • One Piece • Lorcana • MTG • Sports Cards • Funko • Comics • Video Games • Yu-Gi-Oh • Dragon Ball • Riftbound
DISCLAIMER: Card Catcher™ is an independent tool used to enhance the card show experience. This application is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or specifically approved by Nintendo, The Pokémon Company International, Game Freak, Disney Lorcana, Ravensburger, Yu-Gi-Oh, Konami, Magic: The Gathering, Wizards of the Coast, Hasbro, Dragonball, Bandai Namco, Riot Games, UVS Games, eBay, Riftbound, or any of their respective affiliates. All card images and card art belong to their respective owners. Card Catcher™ is developed and owned by 1001554070 ONTARIO INC. O/A Card Catcher™.
more This build (2.0.9) is centered around a critical fix for the new feature called the Card Assistant Search System (C.A.S.S.) by adding TCGPlayer and Shiny format support
2.0.9 Jul 18
Critical fix to the vendor portal's Card Assistant Search System.
• Graded cards are now matched more accurately
• Removed an anomaly where #N/A was at the top right of every Sports card search result.
2.0.8 Jul 16
This build (2.0.5) is centered around a new feature for Vendors called the Card Assistant Search System (C.A.S.S.)
• Vendors can now import your CSV List of cards
• When a card search comes in to the vendor portal, C.A.S.S. searches your CSV list and let's you know if the card exists in your inventory.
2.0.5 Jul 15
• Added support for vertical show map display
• Fixed map "leak" for users that were logged into a previous show
• Last sold button data is now taken from Card Catcher's own database of sold values.
2.0.4 Jul 6
• Last sold button is now called from data marked as sold in Card Catcher
• Revamped Vendor Flow: Vendor portal now has a three-stage resolution system.
- - After claiming a card, it moves to an "Awaiting Buyer" queue.
- - When the collector is on their way, it becomes "Incoming Customer."
- - Tapping "Deal Done?" opens the new resolution sheet.
• New resolution sheet so vendors can finalize the card sale: Toggle SOLD / NOT SOLD, enter a sale price and select currency (CAD / USD / AUD).
• Added Pinning Action: Vendors can now long-press and drag their map pin to fine-tune their booth location.
• Vendor Session Expiry Removed: Vendors no longer get logged out after 6 hours; no more mid-show lockouts.
• Vendor Map Pin: Your previously pinned map location for that specific show is now automatically restored if you log out. No need to re-pin every session.
• Show Auto-Detection: Card Catcher now silently scans for nearby active shows on launch and auto-fills the show ID field when you're within range of the venue.
An animated "SCANNING FOR NEARBY SHOWS" indicator appears on the landing screen while detection runs and an "ENABLE SHOW DETECTION" button is available to prompt location permission manually. SHOWID's may still be entered manually if the user prefers.
• Searchers can now send their preferred Grading Company and Grade when searching for a graded option.
* Fixed map scrolling and movement while zoomed in.
2.0.3 Jul 1
This build 2.0.1 is centered around quality of life improvements, a new feature, and fixes.
• OUR NEWEST FEATURE is the Show Auto-Detection:
- - Card Catcher now silently scans for the active shows on launch and auto-fills the show ID field when you're within range of the venue.
- - An animated "SCANNING FOR NEARBY SHOWS" indicator appears on the landing screen while detection runs
- - An "ENABLE SHOW DETECTION" button is available to prompt location permission manually (SHOWID's may still be entered manually if the user prefers)
• Revamped Vendor Flow: Vendor portal now has a three-stage resolution system.
- - After claiming a card, it moves to an "Awaiting Buyer" queue.
- - When the collector is on their way, it becomes "Incoming Customer."
- - Tapping "Deal Done?" opens the new resolution sheet.
• New resolution sheet so vendors can finalize the card sale: Toggle SOLD / NOT SOLD, enter a sale price and select currency (CAD / USD / AUD).
• Improved Pinning Action: Vendors can now long-press and drag their map pin to fine-tune their booth location.
• Removed Vendor Session Expiry: Vendors no longer get logged out after 6 hours.
• Vendor Map Location
on vendor login. Your previously pinned map location for that specific show is now automatically restored if you log out. No need to re-pin every session.
• Searchers can now send their preferred Grading Company and Grade when searching for a graded option.
* Fixed map scrolling and movement while zoomed in.
2.0.1 Jun 30
• Notifications across shows guardrails implemented and fixed
• One way message receipt popup for vendors just in case Organizer needs to contact them
• Impressions and ad click counter integrated for promo ads on search page
• Customized theme function added to be ready for next release
• New theme function added for custom background color per show.
• Report text box fixed.
• Added keyboard dismiss icon for every text entry field prompt
• Small optimization tweaks
2.0.0 Jun 3
This build 1.8.0 is centered around a critical fix and quality of life improvements.
• Critical fix completed for incoming searches in the vendor portal not showing.
• Official Sponsor vendor profiles added
• Instagram link added to vendor profiles
• MUST COMPLETE step by step detail input for vendors before the vendor portal can be sent to your organizer for approval.
1.8.0 May 13
• Incoming Filter: Choose exactly which card categories you want to see requests for in your portal. Sports vendor? Only see sports requests.
• Vendor Ratings: After a collector closes a deal with a vendor, they'll be prompted to leave a rating. Build up your vendor reputation with each show!
• Cleaner Vendor Portal: The SET DETAILS section is now a collapsible drawer, giving you more screen real estate.
• Badges & Titles: Special badges and titles are unlocked as you confirm sales by pressing SOLD in your Card History.
• Report button for vendors now lives in the vendor list profiles.
• Fixed a minor bug that did not unsubscribe to the CHASECART showid.
1.7.0 May 4
• Added quick access to the Chase Cart Show. You can now use the app when you’re not at a live event.
• Improved layout: “Save to Chase Cart” and “Send to Floor” are now side-by-side
• Updated floating menu bar with a new liquid glass design
• Minor UI tweaks and padding improvements for a smoother experience
1.6.0 Apr 23
• We added another page for the Chase Cart binder for a total of FOUR 3x3 pages.
• We locked the whole app to portrait mode to avoid map rotation glitches.
• We added a 480x85px hero stage above the search bar to be ready for future partnership opportunities.
• Locked platform SHOWID for vendors ie. when vendor is logged into ABCD, their search will also lock to ABCD.
• FIXED an anomoly where notifications would still show when logged out of the vendor portal.
• We've made it easier for the searcher to see where the vendor is on the map with a radar animation around the map pin.
1.5.0 Apr 13
• Chase Cart resized for 3x3 view similar to a binder page.
• Chase Cart SEND LIST is now a pop up drawer
• 5 minute timer when ON MY WAY is pressed has been added to the ping banner
• Hold down on card to zoom function available in Chase Cart
• Vendor Portal CARD HISTORY list is now also a pop up drawer
1.4.0 Apr 2
WHAT'S NEW
• Yu-Gi-Oh is now available as a search category.
• Add cards into your CHASE CART and have them ready to be sent to the floor when you arrive at the show and manually track how much you've spent.
• Show Connection and Search Category indicator : You can now see which show you're connected to and what category you are searching.
• Vendor Category Tags : Vendors can now select up to 5 categories that represent what they sell. These tags are visible to all attendees in the Vendor List, making it easy to find the right table fast — search by vendor name or by category like "Pokemon", "Graded Cards", "Snacks", and more.
• Vendor Show Selector : Select from a list of shows happening this month
1.1.0 Mar 26
• Optimized search for more accurate search results
• Created two categories for Pokemon - English and Japanese
• Added Dragonball: Super Fusion World
1.0.9 Mar 13
Minor tweaks to make life easier.
• Search bar for Vendor List
• New search categories added powered by eBay
- Funko Pops
- Comics
- Video Games
• Map submenus moved higher for one handed use
• Category picker in settings to show in your search submenu
1.0.8 Mar 11
What’s New in Version [1.0.6]
FOR OUR COLLECTORS, SEARCHERS, AND CARD CATCHERS
• A swift 3 Page app function explanation for new users.
• Instant Landing Gateway: A redesigned entry screen makes joining a show faster and more secure.
Use TEST for the SHOWID to test right now!
• The Chase Cart is a new dedicated hub for your hunt. Cards sent to your search stage are automatically saved here.
• Track your success by marking items as Caught or Got Away, or instantly Resend a request to the floor for another search.
• Swipe-left-to-delete gesture for cards in your Chase Cart lists.
• Floating Navigation Hub: A sleek new "Pill-style" dock provides effortless access to all app features while maximizing your screen space and maintaining a clutter free UI.
• Enhanced Category Search: Pivot your search instantly with our new two-row quick-toggle menu.
• Added Sports and Riftbound Category
• Performance Boost: Experience significantly faster search results and persistent card caching, ensuring your search data stays ready to be loaded.
• New map button dedicated to showing you the MAP for the SHOWID you entered
• Map is now intentionally landscape persistent, no need to disable phone rotation lock.
• New Vendor List in the MAP section to find your favourite vendors at the show, faster.
• Smart Notifications: New high-priority alerts with unique sounds and haptics ensure you know the second a vendor finds your card.
FOR OUR VENDORS
• Streamlined Vendor Portal: Access your dashboard through the simplified "Vendor" tab.
• Remember to SET DETAILS for your Vendor Information so guests can find you on the Vendor List.
• SEE ALL option opens an in-app window for all Card Requests or Incoming customer banners, if number of cards exceed past screen real estate.
• eBay "Last Solds" Integration: Price your card with confidence. Vendors now have a one-tap button to view live eBay "Sold & Completed" data for your INCOMING CUSTOMER with search function open if changes are needed.
• Sales Analytics: We’ve added a sales input field for finalized transactions. This data is used exclusively to track the Total Value Sold via the app, providing vendors with clear insight into their show performance.
• Inventory Management: Clean up your dashboard with new Swipe left-to-delete gesture on your card history.
• Optimized Notification Logic: The portal now filters out repetitive alerts for items you’ve already marked as "Don't Have," keeping your workflow quiet and focused.
• Smart Notifications: New high-priority alerts with sounds and haptics ensure you know the second a card is sent to the floor.
• Map Persistence: Enhanced map caching ensures your vendor location remains locked and accurate for the duration of the show ID session.
• Set Location map is now intentionally landscape persistent, no need to disable phone rotation lock.
1.0.6 Mar 5
ADDED - Search card time out for user side and vendor portal (180 seconds)
ADDED - Card zoom; press and hold gesture for user side and vendor portal
ADDED - Rotate phone to view map rule for user side and vendor side map
ADDED - Scrollable gallery for vendor portal hero stage of incoming cards and incoming customers
IMPROVED - Card search speed by 30%
ADDED - Card cache for instantaneous loading times
ADDED - "Clear card cache" button in the settings
ADDED - Cards marked as sold by vendor are now saved for data analytics (card name, number, set, and vendor name are stored)
FIXED - Keyboard now closes when search icon is pressed
FIXED - Instance where the Searched tab Resend button in the MY REQUESTS list wasn’t functional.
1.0.2 Feb 19
ADDED - A tab for already searched cards in your REQUEST LIST which can be resent to the floor
ADDED - Japanese cards support for Pokemon search
ADDED - First 3 Rule - The first 3 vendors to respond are the only vendors to show up on the collector's banner results.
ADDED - Can now be used on devices still using iOS 18
1.0.1 Feb 11
This build (2.0.9) is centered around a critical fix for the new feature called the Card Assistant Search System (C.A.S.S.) by adding TCGPlayer and Shiny format support
more Version 2.0.9 Jul 18
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