ConsoleLens vs RetroAchievements Tracker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
ConsoleLens
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ConsoleLens uses augmented reality to place life-sized 3D models of game consoles in your space. Check if PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and retro systems fit your desk or shelf before you buy. Key Features: โข AR visualization at true 1:1 scale โข Modern consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Switch) free; retro models via in-app purchase โข Compare multiple consoles side-by-side โข Measurement tools and photo sharing โข Premium mode: save setups, remove watermarks Perfect for gamers planning setups, collectors, gift buyers, and content creators. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sebastiankotarski.com/consolelens/privacy.html
RetroAchievements Tracker
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Discover and track classic games across multiple retro platforms in one simple app. Browse games by console, view detailed game information such as release date, developer, publisher, and genre, and explore cover art and screenshots for each title. Follow your progress with a complete achievement system. View locked and unlocked achievements, check point values, and see how many players have earned each achievement, making it easy to track completion and set new goals. Manage your player profile with rankings, total points, and recently played games. Use search and favorites to quickly find titles you care about and keep your retro gaming progress organized in a clean, mobile-friendly interface.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RetroAchievements Tracker at none against ConsoleLens's 2. ConsoleLens's advantage is update cadence (daily vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. ConsoleLens sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. RetroAchievements Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.
ConsoleLens ships an update daily, RetroAchievements Tracker monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ConsoleLens | RetroAchievements Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Daily โ better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No โ better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | 17.6 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 119 MB | 60 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Sebastian Kotarski | Italo Cunha de Melo |
In-app purchases
ConsoleLens
- ConsoleLens Pro (Monthly)$1.991 Month
- All Consoles$2.99
RetroAchievements Tracker
No in-app purchases
Questions
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