BacknumberSpot missing issues instantly
About
Backnumber is a fast, fully offline tracker built for people who collect single comic book issues — not trade paperbacks, not digital bundles, just the individual issues in your longbox. Add what you own, see exactly which issues are missing from every series, and keep a want list for the ones you're still hunting down.
Every other comic app wants your Wi-Fi and your email address. Backnumber doesn't. There's no account, no cloud sync, and no ads — your whole collection lives in a single file on your device that you can back up or hand off whenever you want.
WHAT MAKES BACKNUMBER DIFFERENT
- Log every issue: series, issue number, publisher, variant, condition, and price paid
- See series completion at a glance — Backnumber shows exactly which issue numbers you’re missing from any run
- Keep a separate want list and move items to your library the moment you track them down
- Mark issues unread, reading, or read to keep your to-read pile organized
- Scan a barcode to speed up entry, or type it in by hand
- Back up your whole collection to a JSON file, or export a CSV for spreadsheets and insurance records
PRICING
Backnumber is free, with collection tracking and want lists included. Backnumber Pro unlocks series completion analysis, barcode scanning, and CSV export with a single one-time purchase — no subscription, ever.
FEEDBACK
Made by a small indie team. Email obeliskclubclub@gmail.com with feedback, bug reports, or feature requests.
Core Capabilities
Track every comic issue you own — series, number, condition, price, and notes
See exactly which issues are missing from any series at a glance
Keep a want list and move items to your collection the moment you find them
Interface

High Fidelity UI

High Fidelity UI

High Fidelity UI
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