# MyGames Database vs TapTap

MyGames Database and TapTap both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 70% of MyGames Database's written reviews are positive against 52% of TapTap's. TapTap's advantage is ratings volume (10K vs 1.1K) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MyGames Database sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and TapTap sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for MyGames Database against 4.7 for TapTap. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TapTap has 10K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 70% of MyGames Database's written reviews are positive against 52% of TapTap's.

MyGames Database ships an update weekly, TapTap every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MyGames Database | TapTap |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mygames-database/id1559848159/reviews) | **[4.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taptap/id1621229787/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K | **10K** |
| Positive reviews | **70.0% of reviews** | 51.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 11 days |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Daniel Colman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1408421686) | [TapTap Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1621229789) |

## What reviewers say

### MyGames Database

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mygames-database/id1559848159)

Organize and manage your entire video game collection with a beautiful interface. Track your backlog, wishlist, and current games, while personalizing each entry with notes and ratings. Discover new games and enjoy advanced features for a complete library management experience.

**Highlights:** Intuitive Liquid Glass interface, Comprehensive game database integration, Personalize game entries with notes and ratings, Track backlog, wishlist, and current games, Barcode scanner for physical games, Cloud backup and sync, Unlimited library size (Pro)

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Annual | $14.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Efficient game organization
- 💡 Helpful for tracking game progress
- 🔒 Secure data storage
- 🎨 Clean and simple interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and data loss issues
- 🔒 Limited game library
- 💤 Lack of customization options
- 🤔 Unclear how to actually play games
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific games

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup for some users
- Game data not saving properly
- Inaccurate platform information for certain games

**Requested features**

- Add more platforms (PS Vita, Sega Master System, etc.)
- Increase game library limit beyond 500
- Implement cloud sync and backup
- Allow tracking of multiple copies of the same game
- Add more detailed game status options (e.g. completed, on hold, etc.)


### TapTap

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taptap/id1621229787)

Discover and discuss games with a passionate community. Share reviews, read guides, and interact directly with developers. Explore diverse content, curate lists, and stay updated on the latest gaming trends.

**Highlights:** Gaming community discussions, Game reviews and guides, Direct developer interaction, Content creator network, Custom game lists, Editorial content

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 60 SparkCoin | $0.99 | one-time |
| 300 SparkCoin | $4.99 | one-time |
| 980 SparkCoin | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1980 SparkCoin | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3280 SparkCoin | $49.99 | one-time |
| 6480 SparkCoin | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Improving app navigation
- 👍 Wide variety of games
- 👍 No ads
- 👍 Helpful community

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔍 Inability to download games
- 🤔 Confusing app functionality
- 👎 Negative design changes

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Inability to download certain games
- White screen when trying to download games
- Disorganized message thread display

**Requested features**

- Add dark mode option
- Allow direct game downloads
- Improve game filtering and search
- Restore pre-registration feature


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MyGames Database free?

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

### Is TapTap free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MyGames Database or TapTap?

TapTap is rated higher. MyGames Database averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while TapTap averages 4.7 from 10K ratings.

### Do MyGames Database or TapTap have ads?

Neither MyGames Database nor TapTap shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MyGames Database or TapTap?

MyGames Database ships an update weekly, and TapTap every 11 days. Most recently, MyGames Database was updated on September 20, 2026 and TapTap on September 24, 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.*