PxPal vs JoyCount
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
PxPal
This app helps PlayStation gamers track their progress, manage their game library, and monitor trophy completion across PSVita, PS3, PS4, and PS5. It offers personalized gaming statistics, insights, and a leaderboard for competitive players. An optional subscription unlocks premium features.
- Game library management
- Trophy tracking and progress
- Player profile and statistics
- Dark mode interface
- Widgets support
- In-game activity progress tracking
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Take your PlayStation gaming experience to the next level with PxPal, the essential companion app for every game player. Whether you're a trophy hunter, a complete achievement master, or a casual gamer, PxPal helps you track, manage, and optimize your gaming journey. Key Features: Game Library Management • View all your PSVita, PS3, PS4 and PS5 games in one place • Track last played dates and total playtime • Monitor game completion percentage at a glance Trophy Tracking & Progress • Real-time trophy synchronization and detailed breakdown • Track trophy completion for each game Player Profile & Analytics • Personal gaming statistics and insights • Monitor your trophy collection growth • View your gaming streak and patterns • Compete with other players for the Platinum Trophy Leaderboard More Features • Clean, intuitive dark mode interface • Quick access to game rankings • Progress tracking for in-game activities (for supported PS5 Games) • Widgets support Whether you're working toward that elusive Platinum trophy or simply want to keep track of your gaming library, PxPal is your perfect gaming companion. PxPal Pro offers subscription plans to unlock additional premium features. Subscriptions automatically renew and follow Apple App Store subscription and payment rules. Users can manage or cancel their subscription in the account settings. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/minterms
JoyCount
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JoyCount is a collection tracker built for players. What you bought, what you paid, how long you played and what you got back when you sold it, all in one place. TRACK YOUR COLLECTION • Games, consoles, accessories and subscriptions, physical or digital from any region • Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox and PC • Smart sticker cutout turns covers into collectible stickers • Tags, completion dates, pre-orders, lends and gifts, prepaid card balances with real exchange rates • Multiple currencies with conversion ADD THINGS FAST • Auto Match (Beta): link Steam, PlayStation or Nintendo to bring in your library and covers, and review every match before it's saved • Cover Search: find official covers from the PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo and Steam stores and Bangumi • Smart Import: bring in records from a spreadsheet (including .xlsx) or text SEE HOW YOU PLAY • Stats: total play time, a year-long activity heatmap, play time and spending by platform, Steam achievements and PlayStation trophies • Cost per day and per hour: find out what a game was really worth • Spending calendar: see what you bought on each day of the month • Profit and loss when you resell WISHLIST AND RELEASE COUNTDOWNS • Save the games you want, set exact release times and convert time zones • Live countdowns on the Lock Screen and in the Dynamic Island WIDGETS • Collection, stats, release countdowns, play time, play heatmap and spending calendar • Home Screen, Lock Screen and StandBy YOUR DATA STAYS YOURS • iCloud sync, with a full copy kept on each device • Excel export and import for complete backups • Platform sign-ins are stored only in your device's Keychain AND MORE • Choose your theme color and app icon, with dark mode • Made for iPhone and iPad Free for up to 3 items, wishlist included. Unlock the full version once and keep it forever: unlimited items, iCloud sync, Smart Import and more. No ads. No subscription.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: JoyCount at none against PxPal's shown. JoyCount also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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. PxPal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and JoyCount sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
PxPal ships an update every 6 weeks, JoyCount weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | PxPal | JoyCount |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.9 (13 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 13 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Weekly — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 168 MB | 51 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 书彦 张 | 一凡 李 |
In-app purchases
PxPal
- Monthly Pro3 Days trial$0.991 Month
- Yearly Pro$4.991 Year
- PxPal Pro Lifetime$99.99
JoyCount
- 永久解锁 JoyCount$0.99









