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How to Check if Sneakers Are Fake With an App
Short answer. SoleScan's legit check asks for four photos: the overall shape, the label, the stitching and the sole. AI scores each one and gives an overall verdict. It is an AI estimate, not proof; for expensive pairs use an expert service too.
Step by step
- Open the legit checkStart it from a scanned pair.
- Photograph four aspectsOverall shape, label, stitching and sole, one step at a time.
- Read the scoresEach step gets an AI authenticity score.
- Check the verdictThe overall verdict is authentic, suspicious or inconclusive.
Download SoleScan on the App Store
Free to download on the App Store.
SoleScan vs other apps
Competitor facts come from their App Store descriptions, checked in October 2026; prices change, see each store page.
| App | Price | Good at | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoleScan | Subscription: $6.99/week (3-day free trial) or $39.99/year (7-day free trial); no free scans | Instant AI identification (model, colorway, style code); resale price by size with trend; 4-step AI legit check; collection with total value; price alerts | AI estimates, not a guarantee; no human authenticators and no certificate of authenticity; subscription needed to scan |
| LegitApp Authentication | Free to download, in-app purchases (App Store, Oct 2026); check prices in the app | Combines AI with expert human authenticators; also covers handbags and luxury goods | Authentication service, not a resale-price and collection tracker |
| CheckCheck App | Free to download, in-app purchases (App Store, Oct 2026); check prices in the app | Expert authenticators review your photos and issue a Certificate of Authenticity | Aimed at authentication, not at identifying a pair or tracking resale prices by size |
| ShoeLens: Sneakers Identifier | Free to download, in-app purchases (App Store, Oct 2026); check prices in the app | AI shoe recognition from a photo, market valuation and collection tracking | Newer app with fewer ratings; no human authentication |
Frequently asked questions
Is the AI verdict final?
No. It is an estimate and not a guarantee of authenticity.
Which alternatives use human experts?
LegitApp and CheckCheck describe expert human authenticators.
Does it work before I buy?
Yes. You can check a pair in store or at a meetup before you pay.
Does SoleScan promise 100% accuracy?
No. Identification, prices and the legit check are estimates based on photos and market data.
How much does SoleScan cost?
No free scans. $6.99 per week with a 3-day free trial, or $39.99 per year with a 7-day free trial (US prices). Cancel anytime in App Store settings.
Where can I get SoleScan?
On the App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6777644535
Related guides
- How to Identify Sneakers From a Photo on iPhone
- How to See Sneaker Resale Prices by Size on iPhone
- How to Track the Value of Your Sneaker Collection
Download SoleScan on the App Store
Free to download on the App Store.