Comparison

ThriftyStreamer vs G

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

Head to head
About

ThriftyStreamer

Easily track your TV shows across all major streaming platforms. See your total monthly spending and get recommendations on which services to keep based on your viewing habits. Never miss an episode with a release calendar and continue watching feature.

Highlights
  • Track shows across all major streaming services
  • Monthly cost summary
  • Suggested service recommendations
  • Continue watching feature
  • Release calendar
  • Show details with trailers and progress
Features
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Thrifty Streamer helps you watch more and pay less. Track every show you're watching across Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, Max, Prime Video, Apple TV+, Paramount+, Peacock, and more — all in one place. See your total monthly streaming spend, and get a recommendation on which service you actually need this month based on what you're watching. FEATURES • Track shows and episodes across every major streaming service • Monthly cost summary — see what you're spending and where • Suggested Service — which subscription to keep this month • Continue Watching — jump to your next unwatched episode • Release calendar — never miss a premiere • Show details with trailers, backdrops, and season progress • Entertainment news feed • Sign in with Apple, Google, or Microsoft WHY THRIFTY STREAMER Streaming services add up fast. Thrifty Streamer shows you, month by month, which service is actually earning its keep — so you can rotate subscriptions and keep watching what you love without paying for what you don't. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.

About

G

Features
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Never miss a gaming date again. G-AIM helps passionate gamers track upcoming video game releases, gaming events, and hardware launches in one place. Stay informed about upcoming releases across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and beyond, then add them directly to your calendar with a single tap. No more checking dozens of websites, maintaining spreadsheets, or manually updating calendar entries. G-AIM keeps release dates synchronized automatically, so you'll always know when your most anticipated games are coming. Whether you're waiting for a major AAA blockbuster, an indie gem, a gaming showcase, or the latest hardware launch, G-AIM helps you stay organized and never miss an important gaming date. FEATURES: Track upcoming video game releases Follow gaming events, showcases and conferences Stay informed about hardware and accessory launches Add release dates directly to your calendar Automatic release date synchronization when dates change Follow games without a release date (TBA) Search across the entire release calendar Filter by platform: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and more Available in English and French Dark mode support BUILT FOR PASSIONATE GAMERS G-AIM is designed for players who want to stay on top of the gaming industry without wasting time managing wishlists, spreadsheets or manual reminders. Track what matters. Let G-AIM handle the dates. FREE & PREMIUM Free users can track up to 10 upcoming releases and follow up to 3 games without release dates. Upgrade to Premium to unlock: • Unlimited release tracking • Unlimited follows and calendar integrations • Ability to suggest new games and database corrections • Access to the complete release database Annual Premium subscribers can also participate in the contributor leaderboard and earn rewards for helping improve the community database. SUBSCRIPTIONS Subscription pricing is displayed within the app before purchase. Payment is charged to your Apple ID upon confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current billing period. You can manage or cancel your subscription at any time from your Apple ID account settings. Privacy Policy: https://game-release-c6db9.web.app/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Game information provided by the community, RAWG.io and IGDB.com.

Screenshots

ThriftyStreamer4 screens
G4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ThriftyStreamer at none against G's 2. G's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence 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. G sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ThriftyStreamer asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
ThriftyStreamer versus G: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThriftyStreamerG
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB42 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSean GuyJonathan Alfano

In-app purchases

None

ThriftyStreamer

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

G

Subscriptions2
  • G-aim Monthly$2.991 Month
  • G-aim Annual$17.991 Year

Questions

Is ThriftyStreamer free?
ThriftyStreamer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is G free?
G is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ThriftyStreamer or G have ads?
ThriftyStreamer shows ads; G does not.
Which is updated more often, ThriftyStreamer or G?
ThriftyStreamer ships an update every 2 weeks, and G every 2 weeks. Most recently, ThriftyStreamer was updated on October 18, 2026 and G on October 11, 2026.

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