# GamelyTracker vs Backloggr

The clearest difference is update cadence: Backloggr at weekly against GamelyTracker's monthly. Backloggr also leads on ratings volume (28 vs 3). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GamelyTracker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Backloggr sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for GamelyTracker against 5.0 for Backloggr. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backloggr has 28 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of GamelyTracker's written reviews are positive against 96% of Backloggr's.

GamelyTracker ships an update monthly, Backloggr weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GamelyTracker | Backloggr |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamelytracker-game-backlog/id6758872943/reviews) | [5.0 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backloggr-game-tracker/id6761012462/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **28** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 95.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 7 MB | 32 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.5 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MATTHEW GEORGE LIPFORD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1875461309) | [Marco Ehinger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887289051) |

## What reviewers say

### GamelyTracker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamelytracker-game-backlog/id6758872943)

Organize your game library, track playtime, and view detailed stats. Manually add games or import from major platforms. Visualize your gaming habits with a unique heatmap.

**Highlights:** Game library organization, Import from PlayStation, Steam, Xbox, Track play sessions with time and notes, GitHub-style playtime heatmap, Customizable stat cards, Create custom game shelves

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gamely Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Gamely Pro Annual | $29.99 | per year |


### Backloggr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backloggr-game-tracker/id6761012462)

This app helps gamers organize and conquer their game libraries. Track playtime, achievements, and discover new releases. It provides insights into your gaming habits and helps you finally play the games you own.

**Highlights:** Import games from major platforms, Scan physical game barcodes, Track playtime and progress, Monitor trophies and achievements, Analyze gaming year in numbers, Rate and review games, Discover upcoming releases

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Backloggr Pro (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Backloggr Pro Annual | $8.99 | per year |
| Backloggr Pro Lifetime | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GamelyTracker free?

GamelyTracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Backloggr free?

Backloggr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, GamelyTracker or Backloggr?

GamelyTracker and Backloggr are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 28 ratings respectively.

### Do GamelyTracker or Backloggr have ads?

Neither GamelyTracker nor Backloggr shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GamelyTracker or Backloggr?

GamelyTracker ships an update monthly, and Backloggr weekly. Most recently, GamelyTracker was updated on November 5, 2026 and Backloggr on November 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*