Pocket Party Games vs Barkmate
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Pocket Party Games
Discover over 150 offline party games for friends and family. Perfect for game nights, parties, or icebreakers, this app requires no props and offers quick explanations for all ages. Enjoy a variety of game categories and filter by mood for tailored fun.
- 150+ group games
- Offline play
- No props needed
- Fast explainers
- All ages
- Multiple game categories
- Filter by mood
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150+ Group Games for Friends, Family & Parties Pocket Party is your go-to app for fun, offline party games with friends and family. Whether you are hosting a game night, reunion, or classroom icebreaker, there is something here for everyone. No props or extra setup needed. Includes: 150+ team, social, and party games Fast explainers – learn in seconds Works offline, no ads, always free For all ages – from teens to adults Available in 16 languages Use it for: Family game nights and reunions Classrooms, school events, camps House parties, sleepovers, chill weekends Long-distance hangouts and online groups Game categories include: Who is Most Likely To Truth or Dare Charades and Acting Games Never Have I Ever Icebreakers Trivia, quizzes, and original games Whether you are planning a party or just passing time, Pocket Party keeps it fun, chaotic, and unforgettable. Why Pocket Party? 150+ games (way more than apps like Picolo or Out of the Loop) Designed for in-person fun with 2 to 20+ players Filter by mood: clean, edgy, classroom-friendly, or wild New games added regularly based on trends and feedback Localized for Spanish, Hindi, Chinese, Arabic, French, and more Download now and bring the party wherever you are. No ads. No nonsense. Just laughs. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Barkmate
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Barkmate — Big wags. New friends! Find nearby dogs for playdates, walks, or a potential mating match. Create your dogs’ profiles, choose what you’re looking for, and start a conversation with another owner. • Add and switch between pet profiles. • Search by breed, age, gender, temperament, city, and distance from city centres. • Choose Playdates, Mating, or both. • Invite an owner for a walk or discuss a potential mate. • Exchange messages and photos through Connections. • Edit your profile, block owners, report messages, and delete your account in the app. Meet in a public place and let your dogs set the pace. Mating discussions are between owners; Barkmate does not verify compatibility or provide veterinary advice.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Barkmate at none against Pocket Party Games's 10. Pocket Party Games's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, device support 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
Both are free to download. Pocket Party Games sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Barkmate asks for nothing beyond the download.
Pocket Party Games ships an update every 6 days, Barkmate every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Pocket Party Games | Barkmate |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (141 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 58.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 141 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 132 MB | 46 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Long View Labs Limited | Leon Vanjinath |
Bugs and requests
Pocket Party Games
Reported bugs
7 issues- App keeps crashing
- App exits mid-game
- Login process is not smooth
- App freezes on opening
- Bookmark feature does not work
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- Email verification issues
- Updated version does not work
Requested features
5 requests- Add online play/FaceTime version for games
- Make games playable on multiple devices simultaneously
- Allow joining games with a passcode
- Fix bookmark feature
- Add a search bar to find games
Barkmate
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Pocket Party Games
- Pocket Party Premium Sale!$3.991 Month
- Pocket Party Premium3 Days trial$3.997 Days
- Pocket Party Premium$5.991 Month
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- Pocket Party Premium3 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Mafia$1.99
- Spy, New Locations!$2.99
- New Spy Locations!$2.99
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- Next Level Pack!$2.99
- Mr White Extreme!$2.99
- Mystery Things Pack!$2.99
Barkmate
No in-app purchases









