Embers vs Tabletop Tracker
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Embers
This app offers a comprehensive toolkit for tabletop RPG players and game masters. It includes character creation, a virtual tabletop for live sessions, and world-building tools. Content syncs across devices, with a free tier for core features and an optional upgrade for unlimited content.
- Character creation and management
- Integrated virtual tabletop
- World-building tools
- Cross-device content syncing
- Support for multiple RPG systems
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Embers is the all-in-one toolkit for tabletop RPG (TTRPG) players and game masters. Three powerful tools in one app, plus an integrated virtual tabletop with no extra subscription. Free forever for your main characters, campaign, and world. No ads, ever. VAULT: Create and manage characters with full digital sheets that support combat, ability scores, inventory, and spells. PLAY: Run live sessions with a built-in virtual tabletop. Initiative tracking, battle maps, tokens, and session notes in one place. IMAGINE: Build and browse your worlds. Pages, timelines, people, and places on iPhone and iPad. Your content syncs across iPhone, iPad, and the web. Upgrade for unlimited characters, campaigns, and worlds. Compatible with D&D 5e and 5.5e, Pathfinder, Pathfinder 2e, and Savage Worlds Deluxe. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Tabletop Tracker
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Stats Tracker for Tabletop RPG is the ultimate companion app for tabletop roleplaying game players. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just starting your first campaign, keep everything you need right at your fingertips. CHARACTER MANAGEMENT Create and manage multiple characters with full stat tracking. Store your race, class, subclass, background, alignment and experience points — everything from your character sheet, always within reach. COMBAT READY Track HP in real time, monitor your Armor Class, speed and initiative. Never lose track of your death saving throws during intense combat encounters. SPELLS & ABILITIES Keep track of all your spell slots, ability scores and skills. Know exactly what you're capable of before you roll. BUILT-IN DICE ROLLER Roll any dice — d4, d6, d8, d10, d12, d20 — directly in the app. No more searching for dice mid-session. PARTY SYSTEM Join or create a party with your fellow adventurers. Share your character via QR code and stay connected during your sessions. SYNC ACROSS DEVICES Your characters are securely synced via the cloud, so you never lose your progress. Roll for initiative — your adventure awaits. Disclaimer: This app is an independent, unofficial tool created for personal use during tabletop roleplaying game sessions. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with Wizards of the Coast, Hasbro, or any official tabletop RPG publisher. All game rules and mechanics referenced are the property of their respective owners.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tabletop Tracker at none against Embers's 2. Tabletop Tracker also leads on update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Embers sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Tabletop Tracker asks for nothing beyond the download.
Embers ships an update every 3 months, Tabletop Tracker every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Embers | Tabletop Tracker |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 33 MB | 131 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Embers Design Studios, LLC | Roy Verburgt |
In-app purchases
Embers
- Vaultkeeper$4.991 Month
- Storyweaver$9.991 Month
Tabletop Tracker
No in-app purchases
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