Comparison

Backlog vs List or Pick

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

Head to head
About

Backlog

Features
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Backlog tracks the video games you're waiting for and the ones you already own: release dates, reminders, details and stats, all in one place. NEVER MISS A RELEASE Home brings together the games coming out today, the ones arriving soon with their countdown, and the recent releases on your list. It also brings you the latest video game trends and the articles that mention your games. A reminder lets you know on release day, the day before or a week ahead, at the time you choose. EVERY GAME IN DETAIL Release dates by platform, genres, series and studios, screenshots and trailers. Steam player reviews can be read right in the app. YOUR COLLECTION, ORGANIZED Search the IGDB database and add a game in one tap. Give each game a status — To play, Playing, Completed or Abandoned — and keep your rating, time played and start and finish dates in "My progress". Filter, sort, and find your games by your own rating. Stats show your upcoming releases, your genres, your platforms and your ratings; tap any bar to see the games behind it. EVENTS Upcoming and ongoing video game showcases and presentations. Get notified when a new event is announced and before it starts. ICLOUD SYNC Your data stays in your iCloud account and syncs across your devices. No account to create. Full CSV import and export, history included. BACKLOG PREMIUM The free plan tracks up to 50 games. Premium adds: • the best price for every game, store by store, with current deals, and whether it's in Game Pass or PS Plus • Metacritic scores and critic reviews • HowLongToBeat playtimes, for solo, co-op and versus • Home Screen widgets • an unlimited library • release-delay, new-platform and Metacritic score alerts • customization of Home, the Backlog, Stats and the game page, with a default sort for each status Premium is offered as a monthly or annual subscription, each with a one-month free trial for new subscribers, or as a one-time lifetime purchase. Family Sharing included. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period; manage it in your App Store account settings. No ads, no tracking. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://apps.flavo.fr/backlog/#privacy

About

List or Pick

Facilitates group decision-making by turning choices into quick, fun votes. Easily create lists for dining, movies, games, or any topic, share with friends, and let everyone vote to settle debates instantly.

Highlights
  • Create group voting lists
  • Search for places, movies, and games
  • Freeform list creation
  • Share lists via link or followers
  • Build user profile and save favorites
  • Real-time voting notifications
Features
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Can't decide where to eat? Which movie to watch? Where to go this weekend? Stop the endless group-chat debate. List or Pick turns any decision into a quick, fun vote and lets the group settle it in seconds. Here's how it works: 1. Make a list of 2–3 options 2. Share it with friends or family 3. Everyone votes, and the winner is revealed That's it. No more "I don't know, what do YOU want?" PICK FROM FOUR KINDS OF LISTS • Places - search restaurants, bars, parks, and spots on the map • Movies & TV - search films and shows to binge next • Video Games - search games to settle what to play next • Freeform - type in anything you want, from baby names to road-trip stops MORE THAN JUST VOTING • Follow friends and share within the app • Build a profile and save your favorite picks • Get notified the moment a list needs your vote • Share lists with a link or send them straight to followers WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT List or Pick takes the friction out of group decisions. Whether you're planning date night, settling a friendly argument, or choosing a team lunch spot, you'll get an answer everyone agreed on - fast. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://listorpick.com/privacy Terms of Service: https://listorpick.com/terms

Screenshots

Backlog4 screens
List or Pick4 screens

Verdict

The call

Backlog and List or Pick are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Backlog sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and List or Pick sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Backlog ships an update every 4 days, List or Pick every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Backlog versus List or Pick: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBacklogList or Pick
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS26.026.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB51 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLOIC ANTOINE CLEMENT GRIFFONList or Pick LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Backlog

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly1 Month trial$0.991 Month
  • Premium Annual1 Month trial$9.001 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$17.00
2 purchases

List or Pick

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Annual$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Backlog free?
Backlog is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is List or Pick free?
List or Pick is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Backlog or List or Pick have ads?
Neither Backlog nor List or Pick shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Backlog or List or Pick?
Backlog ships an update every 4 days, and List or Pick every 2 days. Most recently, Backlog was updated on October 20, 2026 and List or Pick on October 22, 2026.

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