Comparison

Sessionist vs PlayDeck

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

Head to head
About

Sessionist

This app helps gamers manage their extensive libraries and limited time. Track play sessions, plan game completion with a pace calculator, and organize your backlog. It offers features like Steam library import, chapter tracking, and progress visualization.

Highlights
  • Steam library import
  • Session timer with background tracking
  • Pace Calculator for completion timelines
  • Chapter and progress logging
  • Backlog and wishlist organization
  • Play history and stats
  • iCloud sync
Features
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Do you stare at your game library, overwhelmed by choice and limited by time? Sessionist was built for the gamer with a busy life. Whether you're working through a 100-hour RPG or squeezing in quick sessions between responsibilities, Sessionist helps you track your play time and plan ahead. Start a session timer, log your progress, and see exactly how far you've come. And when you're ready, import your entire Steam library — complete with lifetime playtime — in just a couple of taps. Features: Import your Steam library and lifetime playtime Session timer with background tracking and Live Activities Quick-log play time from any game with a single tap Beat-time targets: Main Story, Main + Extra, or Completionist Session history with streaks and a play heatmap Backlog insight that estimates when you'll finish at your pace Collections to organize your library Wishlist with release date countdowns Home screen widgets for upcoming releases Daily and weekly play goals Stats and play history iCloud sync across all your devices Select your default platform Sessionist is free, with no ads and no subscriptions. Built by a solo developer who loves gaming.

About

PlayDeck

Features
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Finding your next favorite game shouldn't be hard. PlayDeck makes game discovery fun and effortless — just swipe. HOW IT WORKS Browse through a massive catalog of games presented as beautiful cards. Swipe right to add a game to your list, swipe left to skip. It's that simple. YOUR PERSONAL GAME LIST Every game you swipe right on is saved to your personal list. Come back anytime to see what you've collected and decide what to play next. FAVORITES Found a game you absolutely love? Mark it as a favorite with a single tap and keep your top picks organized separately. GAME DETAILS AT A GLANCE Each card shows you everything you need: rating, genres, platforms, release year, and stunning artwork. Tap any card for full details including developer info, Metacritic score, and description. FEATURES • Swipe-based discovery — intuitive and addictive • Thousands of games from all platforms • Personal game list and favorites • Detailed game information and ratings • Beautiful card-based interface • Dark mode support • Available in 8 languages • Undo last swipe Built for gamers who want to explore beyond the mainstream. Whether you're into RPGs, action games, indie gems, or classic titles — PlayDeck helps you find them all. Powered by RAWG Video Games Database.

Screenshots

Sessionist4 screens
PlayDeck4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PlayDeck at none against Sessionist's 3. PlayDeck also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.2). On price, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Sessionist sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. PlayDeck asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Sessionist ships an update every 3 weeks, PlayDeck daily. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Sessionist versus PlayDeck: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSessionistPlayDeck
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.215.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB44 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNabil El NoubyYUECEL CELIK

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Sessionist

One-time3
  • Small Tip$0.99
  • Medium Tip$2.99
  • Large Tip$3.99
None

PlayDeck

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Sessionist free?
Sessionist is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PlayDeck free?
PlayDeck is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Sessionist or PlayDeck have ads?
Neither Sessionist nor PlayDeck shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Sessionist or PlayDeck?
Sessionist ships an update every 3 weeks, and PlayDeck daily. Most recently, Sessionist was updated on October 14, 2026 and PlayDeck on October 18, 2026.

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