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Brickit scans your pile of bricks and gives you ideas, with instructions (brickit.app)

659 points by Orochikaku · 1460 days ago · 181 comments on HN

Article summary

Brickit is an app that scans a pile of LEGO bricks and provides ideas for what to build with them, along with instructions. The app allows users to create a digital inventory of their LEGO collection and search for specific parts. Brickit also has a feature for users to submit their own building ideas and share them with others. The app is available for a subscription fee of $45/year or $84/year if paid monthly.

Main themes

  • LEGO brick scanning
  • Creative building ideas
  • Digital inventory management
  • Subscription-based pricing
  • User-submitted content
  • App functionality and effectiveness
  • Pricing and accessibility
  • Alternative uses and applications

What commenters say

  • The app's pricing is steep and may not be worth it for casual users, but enthusiasts may find it valuable.
  • The app's functionality is useful for finding and organizing LEGO pieces, but some users are skeptical about its effectiveness.
  • The app's reliance on user-submitted ideas may limit its creativity and potential.
  • Some users think the app could be more accessible to kids if it had a free or low-cost version with limited features.
  • The app's technology is impressive, but some users are waiting for more quantitative reviews of its accuracy.
  • The app's business model could be improved by offering alternative pricing plans or features, such as a one-time purchase option or a free version with limited functionality.
  • The app's potential uses extend beyond LEGO bricks, with some users suggesting applications for other puzzles or creative activities.
  • The app's value lies in its ability to help users create new things with their existing LEGO collection, rather than having to buy new sets.