A free, local-first CLZ alternative

CLZ Movies (by Collectorz) is the long-standing name in movie cataloging. If you're looking for something free, private by default, and built around the exact edition you own, DiscVault is worth a look — and it imports your existing CLZ collection.

Why collectors look for a CLZ alternative

CLZ is capable, but it isn't for everyone. The most common reasons people shop around:

• Subscription pricing. Full functionality is tied to an ongoing CLZ subscription, which adds up for a hobby database.
• Cloud account required. Your catalog is tied to a Collectorz cloud account rather than living purely on your device.
• You want something simpler. Some collectors just want fast scanning, edition tracking and "what do I own?" without the wider ecosystem.

How DiscVault compares

Comparison reflects DiscVault's June 2026 beta; verify CLZ's current plans on their site.

	DiscVault	CLZ Movies
Price	Free up to 100 movies	Subscription
Data location	Local-first, on your device	Cloud account
Account required	No account	Yes
Barcode scanning	Yes	Yes
Edition / copy tracking	Yes (title → release → copy)	Yes
Import your CLZ data	Yes — CLZ CSV import	—
Export your data	CSV & JSON	Varies by plan
Platforms	Android	iOS, Android, desktop

Moving your collection over

You don't have to re-scan years of collecting. Export your library from CLZ as a CSV, then use DiscVault's CLZ CSV import to bring your titles in. From there you can fill in editions, scan new pickups, and export your own CSV or JSON backup whenever you want — your data stays portable. There's a step-by-step in our cataloging guide.

Where CLZ still wins

To be fair: CLZ is cross-platform (including iOS and desktop) and has a mature ecosystem with cloud sync across devices today. If you need iOS right now, or multi-device cloud sync is essential, CLZ may still be the better fit. DiscVault is Android-first and local-first, with cloud sync on the roadmap rather than shipping today.

The short version

If you want a free, private, Android movie catalog that nails barcode scanning and edition-level tracking — and you'd rather your collection live on your own device — DiscVault is a strong CLZ alternative, and importing your CLZ CSV makes switching painless.