Keep Score vs InstaBuzz
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Keep Score
Easily track scores and levels for multiple games without the hassle of pen and paper. Features include a scoreboard, point history, timer, and a random player picker. Designed to enhance your gaming experience by simplifying scorekeeping.
- Multiple game score tracking
- Scoreboard
- Point history
- Timer
- Random player picker
- Annoying buzzer
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The simplest way to keep score for any game. Forget the napkin. Put down the pencil. Keep Score is the fast, simple scorekeeper for card games, board games, dice games, golf, dominoes, yard games, party games, and more. Track points, rounds, wins, and leaderboards—all in one place. Featured on Food Network's Ultimate Baking Championship as the scorekeeper of choice. Trusted by players around the world. SCORE ANY GAME Perfect for Yahtzee, Farkle, Cribbage, Spades, Hearts, Phase 10, Skip-Bo, Canasta, Hand & Foot, Rummy, Bunco, Mexican Train Dominoes, Five Crowns, Golf, and hundreds of other games. Add players, track rounds, record scores, and view the complete score history at a glance. • Unlimited players • Unlimited rounds • Running totals • Round-by-round score history • Winner tracking • Fast score entry • Clean, easy-to-read scoreboard BUILT-IN GAME TOOLS Everything you need for game night: • Calculator Mode — add and subtract points before saving a score • Dice Roller — roll without leaving the app • Countdown Timer — keep rounds on pace • Buzzer — let everyone know when time's up or an answer is wrong • Random Player Picker — settle who goes first every time DESIGNED TO STAY OUT OF THE WAY Start a game in seconds. No account. No setup. No ads interrupting game night. Just open the app and keep score. "Exactly what a scorekeeper should be." "The best scorekeeper app. No ads, no extra steps—just simple and neat." Because keeping score should never get in the way of the game.
InstaBuzz
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InstaBuzz - Your Live Quiz Game Show Companion Transform your trivia nights with InstaBuzz, the essential buzzer app for hosting and participating in live quiz games. Ideal for quiz aficionados and party-goers alike, InstaBuzz brings a game show buzz to any social gathering. FEATURES: MULTIPLE PLAYERS, ONE BUZZER: Invite friends to join your virtual room and get ready to buzz! One host, endless players - it's a quiz night done right. INSTANT ROOM SETUP: Host a game in a snap. Create a room and share the code. Players join in seconds, and you're set for an evening of competitive fun. REAL-TIME BUZZING ACTION: Experience the rush of being the first to buzz. Perfect your reflexes, beat your friends to the punch, and enjoy the glory. LIVE LEADERBOARD: Keep an eye on the scores with a real-time leaderboard. Who will be the quickest quizzer? Watch as the champions rise. CONTINUOUS PLAY: No rounds, no waits, just continuous buzzing action. Perfect for keeping the energy high and the participants on their toes. BRIGHT & USER-FRIENDLY: A clean, intuitive interface lets you focus on the game. No learning curve means instant fun for everyone. Get ready for a buzzing good time at your next social event. Download "Buzz In!" now and let the quizzing commence!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: InstaBuzz at none against Keep Score's 2. InstaBuzz also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.0). Keep Score's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Keep Score sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. InstaBuzz asks for nothing beyond the download.
Keep Score ships an update monthly, InstaBuzz every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Keep Score | InstaBuzz |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (4.3K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 67.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4.3K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 19 MB | 20 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aaron Orr | Philipp Hoch |
Bugs and requests
Keep Score
Reported bugs
2 issues- App crashes when trying to change winner setting
- Sound effects not working for some users
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to track dealer rotation
- Option to save and resume games
- Reports and statistics for games played
- Landscape mode support
InstaBuzz
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Keep Score
- More Games$1.99
- Unlimited Games$5.99
InstaBuzz
No in-app purchases
Questions
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