BullionKeeper or a notes app?
Short answer: A notes app is fast and free for jotting down what you bought. It does not calculate cost per gram, value your metal at spot, or keep the records structured. Use notes for a handful of items and BullionKeeper once you want numbers you can trust.
| What you need | A notes app | BullionKeeper |
|---|---|---|
| Quick capture | Very fast, anywhere | A short form per purchase |
| Structure | Free text, so records vary | Fixed fields, so every purchase is recorded the same way |
| Calculations | By hand | Cost per gram, average cost, premium and gain calculated for you |
| Live valuation | Not available | Values your holdings at live spot in 50+ currencies |
| Photos | Can attach images, unlinked to data | Photos kept on each holding |
| Export | Copy and paste | Excel export of all your records |
When the other option is the right call
If you own only a few pieces and are happy to calculate by hand, a notes app is enough, and you can move your notes into BullionKeeper later.
Questions
Can I move my notes into BullionKeeper?+
Yes. You can enter holdings directly, or put them into a CSV and import it.
Is a notes app safe for records?+
It can be, if it is private and backed up. The bigger problem is that notes do not calculate or value anything.