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Mantel social network adds mobile app for collectors
Mantel, the new social network for collectors, is expanding its digital presence with the launch of its first-ever mobile app.
The app, which is available in the Apple App Store and Google Play, marks a major milestone for the company following the debut of its web platform earlier this year.
“The Mantel app takes everything collectors love about our web experience and brings it to mobile, making it easier than ever for members to connect with the people, stories, and collectibles that fuel their passion,” Mantel CEO Evan Parker. “We’ve built something that meets collectors where they are—whether that’s tracking down the latest grail, sharing their expertise, or just showing off a cool find.”
Among the features on the Mantel app are:
• A personalized feed tailored to your favorite collecting categories, from sports cards and TCGs to sneakers and watches.
• Exclusive content like premium articles and interviews, market reports, expert advice, and access to content from industry influencers, brands and media outlets all in one place.
• Showcase your collection: Features like Mantelpiece, a digital display case, allow members to share their favorite collectibles with the community or attract interest for a trade.
• Collectibles gamification: Polls, trivia and badges bring a fun atmosphere to Mantel where members can earn Mantel Points and redeem rewards.
• Marketplace insights: Real-time trends and analysis to make informed buying, selling, or trading decisions.
• Collecting communities. Following the app launch, Mantel will debut its Groups feature on the web the week of Dec. 16. Groups offers dedicated spaces where collectors can connect with other members in dedicated spaces based on niche interests like “NBA Junk Wax” or “Vintage Non-Sports Cards,” as well as creator-led spaces giving members direct access to their favorite hobby follows. The Groups sections gives like-minded collectors access to advice on grading, market trends, and the thrill of the hunt.
“Our goal has always been to create a purpose-built home for collectors,” Parker added. “The launch of the app and Groups takes that vision to the next level, helping people forge deeper connections and celebrate what makes collecting so fun and unique. This is just the beginning, and we can’t wait to hear what our community thinks as they explore and help us continue to build the Mantel experience.”
Launched in February 2023, Mantel is a collaboration between multiple investment firms, as well as such noted collectors as Steve Aoki, Gary Vaynerchuk and Candace Parker.
Collectors can download the Mantel app starting Dec. 11. For more information or to join the community today, visit onMantel.com.
