Comparison

Gamestashr vs SimpleGameManager

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

Head to head
About

Gamestashr

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Manage your retro game collection with Gamestashr. Do you find yourself doubting if you already own that specific SNES title while shopping? Or are you losing track of your stacks of cartridges? Gamestashr is designed to bring order to the chaos of your retro library. It is more than just a database; it is the digital archive for your collection. Whether you collect for NES, Sega Genesis, PlayStation 1, or rare handhelds, Gamestashr makes managing them straightforward and organized. Using the Library feature, you can scan or search for games to add them instantly to your collection. View technical details, box art, and manage your own notes per game. Prevent duplicate purchases by adding rare titles to your Wishlist and set your own priorities. Furthermore, the app offers the freedom to create Custom Lists. Organize your collection your way, for example with lists like "To Play", "Lent to Friends", or "Top 10 RPGs". The app is specifically built with an eye for the details of retro gaming, including region differences and platform-specific characteristics. Stop searching and gain insight into your collection. Download Gamestashr and manage your retro games efficiently.

About

SimpleGameManager

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Your Game Collection, Beautifully Organized. "SimpleGameManager" is the comprehensive tool designed to track and manage your entire video game library on iOS. Whether tackling your backlog, tracking current adventures, or archiving completed masterpieces, this app keeps everything organized in one clean interface. Key Features Detailed Game Management Track every detail of your collection: Title, Platform, Category, Play Status (Unplayed, Playing, Completed, etc.), Rating, and personal memos. You can also set custom cover images from your photo library to build your perfect digital shelf. Custom Folder System Organize your games exactly how you want. Create custom folders for genres, playlists, or yearly goals. With customizable folder icons, your library becomes not just organized, but visually personalized and easy to navigate. Powerful Search & Filters Find exactly what you are looking for instantly. Search by title or filter your collection by Rating, Status, Platform, or Category. Rediscovering your own library has never been easier. Fully Localized The application fully supports English and Japanese, automatically adapting to your device's language settings. Go Pro Upgrade to the Pro version to unlock the full potential of your library manager: -Remove Ads: Enjoy a focused, distraction-free experience. -Unlimited Games: Register as many games as you own without any restrictions. -Unlimited Custom Data: Create unlimited Categories, Platforms, Play Statuses, and Folders to tailor the app to your specific needs. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Gamestashr4 screens
SimpleGameManager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Gamestashr at none against SimpleGameManager's 2. Gamestashr also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price and device support 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. SimpleGameManager sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per year. Gamestashr asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Gamestashr versus SimpleGameManager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGamestashrSimpleGameManager
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksβ€”
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size36 MB7 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperdevNoordHayato Uemura

In-app purchases

None

Gamestashr

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

SimpleGameManager

Subscriptions1
  • SimpleGameManager Pro (Annual)$0.991 Year
One-time1
  • SimpleGameManager Pro (LifeTime)$2.99

Questions

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

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