Comparison

Pocket Board vs ScoreMate

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

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About

Pocket Board

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Elevate your game nights, friendly competitions, and group activities with the ultimate scorekeeping companion, "Pocket Board - Game Scoreboard" for iPhone! Tired of fumbling with pen and paper or trying to remember who's winning? Say goodbye to scorekeeping hassles and embrace a new era of effortless game management. Whether you're playing board games, card games, sports, or any competitive activity, "Pocket Board" is here to simplify the scorekeeping process. # Create and Personalize Games Start a new game with ease. Name your game, choose a vibrant color theme, and set the stage for fun. # Add Players Invite your friends, family, or coworkers into the game. Each player gets a unique name, color, and the option for a handicap if needed. # Team Mode Experience the thrill of team play! Players with the same color will team up, and their scores will be combined for exciting group competitions. # Reverse Mode Flip the script with Reverse Mode! Instead of the highest score, the player with the lowest score will be on top. It's a fresh challenge for strategy enthusiasts. # Negative Mode Feeling daring? Enable Negative Mode, allowing the score to dip below zero. It's a game-changer for those seeking an extra challenge. # Swift Score Entry Update scores in a flash by swiping right on a player. Plus, if a player has a handicap, the app automatically multiplies points accordingly. # Keep Track of Progress Stay on top of the action with real-time score tracking. Know who's leading and strategize accordingly. # Record Game History Archive past games and revisit your favorite moments. A comprehensive history log lets you relive your victories and learn from your defeats. # Dark and Landscape Mode "Pocket Board" fully supports dark mode and landscape mode, ensuring a comfortable and customizable experience in any setting. # Vibrant Themes Customize each game with a wide range of eye-catching color themes to match your mood or the game's vibe. # App Icons Change the app icon to suit your style. "Pocket Board" offers a variety of icons to choose from. Whether it's a casual board game night or an intense sports showdown, "Pocket Board - Game Scoreboard" is your trusty scorekeeper. Download now and make every game unforgettable! Turn your iPhone into the ultimate game scoreboard. Get "Pocket Board" today and never miss a point again!

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ScoreMate

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Forget pen, paper and clumsy note apps. ScoreMate is the ultimate, stylish and complete digital scoreboard app for every game night, sports match or family tournament. Whether you're playing cards, board games or organizing a cornhole tournament, ScoreMate is your essential assistant. With a modern design, smooth animations and smart calculations, ScoreMate handles all the math. You focus on the game, the app tracks the score. Why ScoreMate? ScoreMate is more than a counter. It’s a complete game hub with dozens of built-in games and a powerful custom builder. With Live Activities and Dynamic Island, you see scores directly on your lock screen. Tournament mode Easily create knockout or round robin tournaments. The app generates schedules and rankings automatically and calculates results instantly. Games and templates Card games Klaverjassen, Toepen, Crazy Eights, Hearts, Rikken, Jokeren, Duizenden, Color Match Cards (Uno, Phase 10), Spades, Canasta, Gin Rummy, Cribbage, Scopa, Briscola, Truco, Belote, French Tarot, Doppelkopf and Skat. Dice games Five Dice Score (Yahtzee), Color Dice Rows (Qwixx), Liar’s Dice (Perudo), Shut the Box. Board games Shuffleboard, Keezen, Chess with clock, Checkers with clock, Rummikub, Scrabble, Ticket to Ride, Catan, 7 Wonders. Sports & outdoor Darts, Cornhole, Bowling, Table Tennis, Pool, Mini Golf. Party & general Word Rush Teams (30 Seconds, Taboo), Quiz Night, Free Score and Custom Game. Smart & flexible Play solo or in teams. Choose win conditions and customize everything. Use history and undo to fix mistakes. Design & experience Clean dark mode, subtle haptics and winner animations. Fully offline. Always visible See scores on your lock screen without opening the app. Multilingual Available in 6 languages. For everyone From casual players to competitive groups. ScoreMate is your digital referee.

Screenshots

Pocket Board4 screens
ScoreMate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScoreMate at none against Pocket Board's 1. Pocket Board's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and device support (4 vs 1). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Pocket Board sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ScoreMate asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Pocket Board versus ScoreMate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPocket BoardScoreMate
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksβ€”
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size10 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRyan RookCas Neven

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Pocket Board

One-time1
  • Pocket Board +$2.99
None

ScoreMate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Pocket Board free?
Pocket Board is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScoreMate free?
ScoreMate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Pocket Board or ScoreMate have ads?
ScoreMate shows ads; Pocket Board does not.

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