Comparison

My OWO vs MyBacklog

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

Head to head
About

My OWO

This app connects to a specialized haptic feedback system, allowing users to feel over 30 different sensations in real-time while playing compatible video games. It enables customization of sensation intensity and parameters for a deeply immersive gaming experience across multiple platforms.

Highlights
  • Real-time haptic sensations
  • Over 30 customizable feelings
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Cloud-saved calibration
  • Personalized sensation intensity
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OWO Skin & Device required to fully experience this App. The system is made up of the OWO Skin, OWO Device and My OWO App! The App is the connection between the OWO Device and the game, so you will need to have a kit to use it. OWO is a completely wireless system that allows you to feel over 30 different sensations in real-time while playing compatible video games. It is designed for single-player or multiplayer, online or offline use. It is compatible with all platforms, so you will be able to feel games on mobile, tablet, console, PC and VR. See compatible games on our website: https://owogame.com/games/ With My OWO, you will calibrate the sensations to your liking, creating a completely customized experience. In less than 5 minutes you will set your initial calibration values for the sensations. After that, you will be able to calibrate the sensations of each game. Your calibration is saved on the cloud so you can access and modify it at any time. Change the parameters of each sensation in every muscle. Increase or decrease the intensity by changing the parameters of the sensations. Become one with your avatar and feel what they feel. A new and immersive experience that allows gamers to interact differently with the environment and make decisions that could completely change the course of the game. More than seeing, more than hearing, #FeelTheGame with OWO.

About

MyBacklog

Manage, track, and discover games across all platforms. Organize your collection with custom lists, get personalized recommendations, and connect with other gamers. Features include data import, in-depth game info, and screenshot galleries.

Highlights
  • Import game data from consoles and Steam
  • Organize games into custom lists (Wishlist, Backlog, Playing, Played, etc.)
  • Personalized game recommendations
  • Detailed game information including playtime
  • Connect with other gamers and view activity feeds
  • Add private notes and build screenshot galleries
  • Exclusive game giveaways
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MyBacklog is built to be your ultimate gaming hub! Whether you're a dedicated gamer or a casual player, MyBacklog has everything you need to manage, track, and discover games across all platforms. **Easy Data Import and Syncing:** Quickly get started by importing your game data from PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam. Keep your game collection up to date automatically with optional continuous syncing. **Organize and Track Your Collection:** Effortlessly organize your games with extensive tracking options built into your core lists: Wishlist, Backlog, Playing, Played, Completed, Replaying, Replayed (complete with playthrough tracking), Endless, Shelved, and Abandoned. Customize your lists with extensive sorting options, including both manual sorting and sorting by how long to beat. **Create Custom Lists:** Create your own lists to suit your needs. Whether you wish to rank your favorite games of a particular series or track your favorite games of a certain genre, you can do it all! **Personalized Recommendations:** Discover new games tailored to your exact tastes with our advanced recommendation algorithm, customizable to your platform and age-rating requirements. Our algorithms consider every aspect of every game so we can guarantee your recommendations will lead you to finding a lifelong favorite. **In-Depth Game Information:** Explore detailed information on every game, including how long it will take you to beat them; everything you could ever wish to know can be found in our extensive data. **Connect with Other Gamers:** Find and connect with users who share your interests. Write reviews, read others' opinions, and engage in discussions with our intuitive commenting system. **Stay Updated with Friends:** Keep an eye on your friends' gaming activities with the activity feed. Share your gaming experiences and see what games your friends are playing. **Intuitive and User-Friendly Interface:** Enjoy a smooth and modern interface designed for speed and ease of use. Utilize swipe and hold gestures for quick actions, ensuring each action is within reach of one or two taps! **Add Notes to Games:** Add private notes to games to jot down your progress, thoughts, or in-game to-do lists. The possibilities are endless! **Build Screenshot Galleries:** Are you a proud virtual photographer? Upload a limitless number of screenshots and build private or public galleries for your games, ensuring everything stays in one place. **Exclusive Game Giveaways:** Join exclusive game giveaways and win items from your wishlist! **+SO MUCH MORE!** As a sole developer, I built MyBacklog to make your gaming life easier and more enjoyable. I can't wait to see you join our community and take control of your gaming journey! MyBacklog offers an optional premium subscription that helps support the development of the app as well as take your gaming life to the next level. If you choose to subscribe, please refer to Apple's standard terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/.

Screenshots

My OWO4 screens
MyBacklog4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MyBacklog at 3.9 against My OWO's 3.1. My OWO's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. MyBacklog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. My OWO asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MyBacklog holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7 and 7 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of My OWO's written reviews are positive against 40% of MyBacklog's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

My OWO ships an update every 3 weeks, MyBacklog every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
My OWO versus MyBacklog: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMy OWOMyBacklog
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (7 ratings)3.9 (7 ratings) — better
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews40.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings77
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 5 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB5 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperOWOJoshua Whitehouse

Customer experience

My OWO

All ratings7 ratings
Positive42.9%
Neutral28.6%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative50.0%

MyBacklog

All ratings7 ratings
Positive71.4%
Neutral0.0%
Negative28.6%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive40.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative60.0%

In-app purchases

None

My OWO

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

MyBacklog

Subscriptions3
  • MyBacklog Premium (Weekly)$1.997 Days
  • MyBacklog Premium (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • MyBacklog Premium (Annual)$29.991 Year

Questions

Is My OWO free?
My OWO is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MyBacklog free?
MyBacklog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, My OWO or MyBacklog?
MyBacklog is rated higher. My OWO averages 3.1 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while MyBacklog averages 3.9 from 7 ratings.
Do My OWO or MyBacklog have ads?
Neither My OWO nor MyBacklog shows ads.
Which is updated more often, My OWO or MyBacklog?
My OWO ships an update every 3 weeks, and MyBacklog every 5 months. Most recently, My OWO was updated on June 1, 2026 and MyBacklog on September 11, 2026.

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