# PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) vs Dead Format

The clearest difference is update cadence: Dead Format at every 6 days against PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial)'s every 3 months. PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial)'s advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) against 5.0 for Dead Format. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 304 and 134 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 92% of PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial)'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Dead Format's.

PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) ships an update every 3 months, Dead Format every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) | Dead Format |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (304 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pj-stat-tracker-unofficial/id459679953/reviews) | **[5.0 (134 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-format/id6741362354/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **304** | 134 |
| Positive reviews | 92.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 20 MB | 93 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Groupie Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1470577057) | [Dead Format LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1793862982) |

## What reviewers say

### PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pj-stat-tracker-unofficial/id459679953)

This app provides dedicated fans with a comprehensive tool to track live performances, view detailed statistics, and earn achievements. It also offers unlimited streaming of live and rare music content.

**Highlights:** Track live setlists and statistics, View personal concert stats, Earn trophies for milestones, Access live and rare music streams, Unlimited 24/7 streaming

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Excellent app for the Faithful!
- 👍 BEST APP EVER
- 👍 Fantastic app!
- 👍 Helps fight Pearl Jam show dementia
- 👍 A Must Have for any PJ Tour Fan!

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 1.94 crash
- 🐛 Constantly updating
- 🐛 Doesn't keep personal stats

**Reported bugs**

- Latest update causing app to crash at launch
- The My Shows tab isn't displaying shows past 2018
- Doesn't open since update for iPhone 6
- App no longer updated
- Pearl jam radio won't open

**Requested features**

- Add an Eddie Vedder tracker
- Add a third option that combines originals and covers in one list view
- Add Eddie solo shows to the stats


### Dead Format

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-format/id6741362354)

Connect with a community of vinyl enthusiasts to share your collection, discover new music, and engage in discussions. Organize your records, find local record stores, and buy or sell vinyl with other collectors.

**Highlights:** Share listening activity and collection updates, Organize personal vinyl collection, Participate in monthly Vinyl Challenges, Engage in community forums, Buy and sell vinyl records, Discover local record stores

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) free?

PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Dead Format free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) or Dead Format?

Dead Format is rated higher. PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) averages 4.9 out of 5 from 304 ratings, while Dead Format averages 5.0 from 134 ratings.

### Do PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) or Dead Format have ads?

Neither PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) nor Dead Format shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) or Dead Format?

PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) ships an update every 3 months, and Dead Format every 6 days. Most recently, PJ Stat Tracker (Unofficial) was updated on November 9, 2026 and Dead Format on November 12, 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.*
