# GameScore vs Multiplayer Scoreboard

The clearest difference is rating: GameScore at 4.7 against Multiplayer Scoreboard's 3.6. GameScore also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 10). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GameScore sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Multiplayer Scoreboard sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GameScore holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GameScore has 1.4K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 66% of GameScore's written reviews are positive against 71% of Multiplayer Scoreboard's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

GameScore ships an update every 3 weeks, Multiplayer Scoreboard monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and August 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GameScore | Multiplayer Scoreboard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamescore-scorekeeper/id1164683696/reviews)** | [3.6 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multiplayer-scoreboard/id1598022029/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.4K** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 66.0% of reviews | **71.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Peramanayagam Marimuthu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1163321126) | [NAOYA ONO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1530328146) |

## What reviewers say

### GameScore

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamescore-scorekeeper/id1164683696)

Effortlessly track scores for card and board games. Manage multiple scoreboards, share results with friends, and even track complex games like Whist or Oh Hell with configurable scoring rules. Supports unlimited players and groups.

**Highlights:** Multiple scoreboards, Share scoreboards, Add players from contacts, Create and share groups, Sort players by name/score, Configurable game rules, Publish scores

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Banner Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Full Access | $3.99 | one-time |
| Full Access+ Generous Tip | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Saves time
- 💡 Useful for games like Golf
- 👍 Works well

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Calculation issues
- 🐛 iCloud sync problems
- 👎 Difficult interface
- 👎 Requires payment for basic use
- 👎 Demands payment without warning

**Reported bugs**

- Scores get cleared when app is closed
- Sharing feature doesn't work
- Accessed user contacts without permission

**Requested features**

- Save player profiles
- Game history tracking
- Customizable font and display options
- Ability to continue games


### Multiplayer Scoreboard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/multiplayer-scoreboard/id1598022029)

Easily track scores for multiple players in your favorite games. Customize player names and colors, and add or subtract points with simple taps and holds. Scores are saved even after closing the app.

**Highlights:** Add and subtract points, Edit player scores, Reset scores, Custom player names, Custom player colors, Score retention after closing

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan | $0.99 | per month |
| Support Developer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GameScore free?

GameScore is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Multiplayer Scoreboard free?

Multiplayer Scoreboard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GameScore or Multiplayer Scoreboard?

GameScore is rated higher. GameScore averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.4K ratings, while Multiplayer Scoreboard averages 3.6 from 10 ratings.

### Do GameScore or Multiplayer Scoreboard have ads?

Multiplayer Scoreboard shows ads; GameScore does not.

### Which is updated more often, GameScore or Multiplayer Scoreboard?

GameScore ships an update every 3 weeks, and Multiplayer Scoreboard monthly. Most recently, GameScore was updated on September 19, 2026 and Multiplayer Scoreboard on August 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*