Comparison

Video Game Tracker vs Samwise

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

Head to head
About

Video Game Tracker

Organize your game library, track progress, and discover new titles. Share your gaming achievements on social media and stay updated on upcoming releases. Seamlessly sync your collection across devices.

Highlights
  • Organize game library with custom lists
  • Track playthroughs and progress
  • Discover new games and releases
  • Release date countdowns
  • Share gaming achievements on social media
  • Home screen widgets
  • Cross-device syncing via iCloud
Features
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GameLog is the ultimate companion for every gamer, empowering you to effortlessly organize your games, explore exciting new titles, and stay up-to-date with the latest releases. With GameLog, tracking your playthroughs, progress, and playtime has never been easier. Plus, you can share your gaming adventures with friends and followers on social media, showcasing your achievements and experiences. Features: Organize and Streamline: Effortlessly manage your game collection by creating personalized lists with intuitive filters and sorting options. Stay in control as you curate and categorize your games exactly the way you want. Track Your Gaming Journey: Log and track your playthroughs, progress, and playtime for each game. Gain valuable insights into your gaming habits and milestones, helping you better understand and appreciate your gaming journey. Discover New Gaming Horizons: Immerse yourself in the world of gaming discovery with our powerful game finder and extensive video game database. Explore an ever-growing collection of titles, uncover hidden gems, and broaden your gaming repertoire. Stay Ahead of the Game: Never miss a beat with GameLog's release date countdowns, keeping you informed about upcoming releases and ensuring you're always prepared to dive into the latest gaming experiences. Share Your Triumphs: Show off your gaming prowess and experiences on social media platforms with our customizable sharing templates. Let the world know what you're playing and celebrate your achievements with style. Widgets for Quick Access: Access your favorite lists and games right from your home screen with GameLog's convenient widgets. Enjoy instant access to your gaming universe without even opening the app. Seamless Cross-Device Syncing: Experience true gaming continuity as GameLog automatically synchronizes your lists and games across all your devices with iCloud. Enjoy uninterrupted access and effortlessly pick up where you left off. Support: If you find GameLog to be an essential part of your gaming routine, please consider leaving a positive review and supporting Matt, the sole developer behind this app. Unlock the full potential of GameLog with a GameLog Pro subscription, directly contributing to future enhancements and updates. We value your feedback: For any questions, concerns, or feature requests, reach out to us via the support screen in the app's settings tab. We are here to assist you and make your GameLog experience exceptional. Subscription Details: By purchasing a GameLog Pro subscription, your iTunes account will be charged. Auto-renewal is enabled by default, with payment charged within 24 hours prior to the end of the current subscription period. You have the flexibility to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal at any time by accessing your Account Settings in the App Store. Your Privacy Matters: Please review our comprehensive Privacy Policy to understand how we safeguard your information and protect your privacy: https://mastermindsoftware.co/privacypolicy Terms of Use: For detailed information about your rights and obligations when using GameLog, please refer to our Terms of Use: https://mastermindsoftware.co/termsofuse

About

Samwise

This platform helps you create, manage, and play tabletop role-playing games. It offers tools for building custom RPG systems, interactive maps, and real-time chat for remote or in-person play. Enjoy a paperless gaming experience with seamless syncing across devices.

Highlights
  • Create custom RPG systems
  • Interactive map builder
  • Real-time chat and dice rolls
  • Campaign note-taking
  • Cross-device syncing
  • Community content library
Features
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Life is better with good friendships and great adventures! ——— MEET SAMWISE Every part of Samwise is made to help your sessions flow smoothly, with an intuitive, organized, and responsive design that stays clean and uncluttered, no matter the size of your campaign. ——— WHEREVER YOU GO Start on one device, continue on another. Samwise is fully featured across all your devices: if something happens to your phone or computer, just sign in on another one. Everything is saved online and synced in real time. ——— CREATE YOUR OWN TABLETOP RPGs Use a powerful and intuitive editor to create sheets, rulebooks, characters, classes, and more — all without writing a single line of code. And if you want to jump straight into adventure, play D&D and many other RPGs available at the Emporium, including community-made systems. ——— RALLY THE CLAN Whether in the same room or miles apart, embark on adventures with your friends while Samwise handles the rest. Manage sheets, take campaign notes, roll dice, chat, create interactive maps, and more. ——— MADE WITH LOVE Built to bring people together and spark meaningful connections, Samwise embraces the theatrical spirit and rich interactivity that make Tabletop RPGs so special. And with a green mindset, there's no need for paper and other materials, helping you protect the environment while you play. ——— COMMUNITY-DRIVEN You can play a vital role in shaping Samwise, be it by sharing creations at the Emporium or ideas and feedback on our Discord and Reddit communities (download the app to join them). ——— INTERACTIVE MAPS Quickly build maps from scratch or add interactivity to externally created ones. Walls, doors, items, characters — these are just a few of the various elements you can add to your maps, all designed to be easy to use. ——— CHAT & ROLL Chat and share dice rolls in real time along your journeys. Whether you're strategizing, celebrating victories, or just having fun, make every moment unforgettable. ——— CAMPAIGN NOTES Capture ideas, plans, character insights, and more throughout your adventures, ditching paper and physical clutter. ——— DOWNLOAD SAMWISE NOW AND START YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE! Samwise is here to celebrate the essence of Tabletop RPGs. We cherish what makes these games special: the shared moments, the player interactions, the theatrical storytelling. Our goal is to offer a complete, intuitive solution for Game Masters and players alike — one that stays true to the tastes of those who love this style of game while embracing modern technology. --- Standard Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Video Game Tracker4 screens
Samwise4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Samwise at 100% against Video Game Tracker's 44%. Samwise also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly). Video Game Tracker's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (72 vs 9). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement 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. Video Game Tracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Samwise sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Samwise holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Video Game Tracker has 72 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Video Game Tracker's written reviews are positive against 100% of Samwise's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Video Game Tracker ships an update monthly, Samwise every 8 days. Both last shipped on September 9, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Video Game Tracker versus Samwise: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVideo Game TrackerSamwise
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (72 ratings)5.0 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.4% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings72 — better9
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 8 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB114 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMasterMind Software LLCEstúdio Pirilampo Mestre de Arte Digital

Customer experience

Video Game Tracker

All ratings72 ratings
Positive73.6%
Neutral6.9%
Negative19.4%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral11.1%
Negative44.4%

Samwise

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Video Game Tracker

Subscriptions3
  • GameLog Pro$2.991 Month
  • Secret Discount$14.991 Year
  • GameLog Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • GameLog Pro$49.99
6 purchases

Samwise

Subscriptions4
  • Legendary Edition Offer (Monthly)$2.991 Month
  • Legendary Edition (Monthly)$4.991 Month
  • Legendary Edition Offer (Yearly)$23.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • Legendary Edition (Yearly)$47.991 Year
One-time2
  • LIFETIME Legendary Edition$59.99
  • LIFETIME Legendary Edition$79.99

Questions

Is Video Game Tracker free?
Video Game Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Samwise free?
Samwise is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Video Game Tracker or Samwise?
Samwise is rated higher. Video Game Tracker averages 4.1 out of 5 from 72 ratings, while Samwise averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.
Do Video Game Tracker or Samwise have ads?
Samwise shows ads; Video Game Tracker does not.
Which is updated more often, Video Game Tracker or Samwise?
Video Game Tracker ships an update monthly, and Samwise every 8 days. Most recently, Video Game Tracker was updated on September 9, 2026 and Samwise on September 9, 2026.

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