# KeepScore vs Score Keeper

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: KeepScore at none against Score Keeper's 4. KeepScore also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). Score Keeper's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and ratings volume (18 vs 3). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Score Keeper sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. KeepScore asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.3 for KeepScore against 4.4 for Score Keeper. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Score Keeper has 18 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of KeepScore's written reviews are positive against 100% of Score Keeper's.

KeepScore ships an update every 2 weeks, Score Keeper every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 10, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | KeepScore | Score Keeper |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keepscore-competitions/id1404463861/reviews) | **[4.4 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/score-keeper-track-points/id6475423612/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **18** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Martin Verhey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1404463860) | [Mario Nachbaur Riscos](https://appshunter.io/developer/1680555536) |

## What reviewers say

### KeepScore

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keepscore-competitions/id1404463861)

Host and manage competitions for various games, inviting friends via QR codes or unique codes. Track match results, utilize an ELO-based ranking system, and view player statistics and leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Host competitions for various games, Invite friends via QR code or unique code, Enter match results for 1v1, 1v2, 2v2, ELO ranking system for fair play, View player statistics and progress, Climb the leaderboard to become 1st place

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Score Keeper

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/score-keeper-track-points/id6475423612)

Easily track scores for board and card games without pen and paper. Add players, adjust points, and review game history for a more organized and fun gaming experience.

**Highlights:** Simple score tracking, Add/subtract points, Player name customization, Match history review, Personalized game settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $4.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $7.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is KeepScore free?

KeepScore is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Score Keeper free?

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

### Which has better reviews, KeepScore or Score Keeper?

Score Keeper is rated higher. KeepScore averages 4.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Score Keeper averages 4.4 from 18 ratings.

### Do KeepScore or Score Keeper have ads?

Neither KeepScore nor Score Keeper shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, KeepScore or Score Keeper?

KeepScore ships an update every 2 weeks, and Score Keeper every 10 days. Most recently, KeepScore was updated on October 10, 2026 and Score Keeper on October 10, 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.*