Comparison

Arcade Reference vs GameSnap

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Arcade Reference

Access comprehensive information on classic arcade games from the 70s to the 2000s. This app provides a detailed guide with tips and data compiled from enthusiast communities, focusing on video games and excluding gambling machines.

Highlights
  • Extensive arcade game database
  • Information compiled from Mame data
  • Tips and reference material
  • Organized game data
  • Covers 70s-2000s titles
  • Excludes gambling machines
Features
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Every information about the "arcade" games just with a tap! Please note: this app does not contains any games, but information about games! This app takes all the data exported from Mame(c) and from various files created and updated by enthusiasts, it groups it together and it organizes it in order to have all the information in your device as a guide or simply as a reference for reading information and tips. Note: As a functional choice, only the "Parent" set are shown. In addition, all "mechanical" machines and all the "Gambling" games (Video Poker, Blackjack etc.) have been eliminated. The result is a list of about 3600 Arcade titles from the 70s to the 2000s. Credits: All trademarks used belong to their respective owners. See the section Info in the App for all details about the Credits.

About

GameSnap

Features
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GameSnap is the only app you will ever need as a Retro Gaming Enthusiast and Collector. This app makes it super simple and easy to grab PriceCharting data on all your Retro Video Games, and Modern Video Games alike.  GameSnap has a unique feature of snapping a quick photo of the box art, manual, or cart and disc! No barcode scanning necessary! Our database includes Retro Video Games from all regions including U.S, Japan, and PAL. Scanning and Pricing video games has never been easier for the Collector, Flipper, or Retro Video Game Shop Owner. Just take the app out and Snap a quick photo of the game, box art, or manual. Snag immediate and current Price Charting data down to the minute you take a photo! Built in support for region pricing on Japanese import titles and PAL titles as well! GameSnap makes it a cinch to catalogue and price check all of your Retro Video Gaming Collections, and Video Games. Snap photos of the games on your shelves, and watch the value quickly rise as to the entire value of your Retro Video Game Collection. It's also great to take to Retro Video Game Shops, and get price charting data on games on the shelves at places like GameStop and other Mom & Pop Retro Gaming Video Game Stores to cross check values to make sure you're getting the most up to date deal on games! GameSnap is also incredibly handy for shopping at Fleamarkets and Swap Meets. Flippers who want to get current price charting values to haggle, and deal on Retro Games. If you're a Retro Game Shop owner, and want an easy and simple way to re-price games, this is also the app for you! GameSnap is all you will need to get easy, price charting data on video games in a snap! Swap Meets, Fleamarkets, Game Shops, Retro Gaming Conventions - no fumbling for searches, just snap a photo and the price comes up in an instant! Enjoy GameSnap for easy Price Charting data in a snap! Features Include: ~ Easy to use camera - snap and get PriceCharting values instantly. Region support includes USA, Japan, and PAL games from the Retro Gaming Library of Video Games. ~ Tested and used by hundreds of Retro Game Enthusiasts - we are constantly improving and updating the Catalogue of Games for support, even including Variants! ~ Easy to use interface that includes both your Video Game Collection's total price, and up to date PriceCharting Data! ~ Refresh PriceCharting data with the push of a button ~ Support includes Region, System, Date of Release, and Video Game name ~ Email collectorshubusa@gmail.com to request additional features, or send a photo of any games that aren't scanning so we can update our database! Subscription Details: ~ Subscribe to get all content in GameSnap - Video Game Price Checker including all future updates, unlimited video game scans, and collection gallery ~ Premium Contents include Unlimited Video Game Price Scanning, Future Updates, Unlimited Scans, and Save to Collection ~ Options to Subscribe are: $4.99 weekly and $24.99 annually ~ Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at Confirmation of Purchase ~ Cancel Subscription renewal anytime under the Manage App Subscriptions tab in your iTunes Settings. ~ Subscription Auto-Renews weekly or annually depending on what you select unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. ~ Renewal cost will be $4.99/weekly or Annually at Best Value $24.00 annual ~ An account will be charged for the renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. ~ Use the Subscription on any iPhone/iPad/ registered with your Apple Account ~ Auto-renewal can be canceled anytime during the active subscription period. Privacy Policy: https://www.collectorshubusa.com/privacypolicy Terms of Service: https://www.collectorshubusa.com/termsofservices If you have any suggestions, feedback, or can't scan or find a game, please email us at collectorshubusa@gmail.com and we will be happy to assist!

Screenshots

Arcade Reference4 screens
GameSnap3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Arcade Reference at every 5 days against GameSnap's every 6 weeks. Arcade Reference also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Arcade Reference sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and GameSnap sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arcade Reference ships an update every 5 days, GameSnap every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Arcade Reference versus GameSnap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArcade ReferenceGameSnap
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (52 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews46.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings52 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size170 MB209 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNicola CanaliCollectorsHub LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Arcade Reference

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
2 purchases

GameSnap

Subscriptions2
  • GameSnap Video Game Price Scanner3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • GameSnap Video Game Price Charting$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Arcade Reference free?
Arcade Reference is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is GameSnap free?
GameSnap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Arcade Reference or GameSnap have ads?
Neither Arcade Reference nor GameSnap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Arcade Reference or GameSnap?
Arcade Reference ships an update every 5 days, and GameSnap every 6 weeks. Most recently, Arcade Reference was updated on October 24, 2026 and GameSnap on October 4, 2026.

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