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Board Game Score Keeper vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against Board Game Score Keeper's closest competitors: identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

Board Game Score Keeper
This App
My Board Game Collection
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Score It Pro
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ScoreTally
Contender
Score_Keeper
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Skorer - Your Score Tracker
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Quick Dice Roller
Peer
chess tmr PRO
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Core Identity
DeveloperJeremy BainTommy UytterhaegenDrew WalkerDavid PruittSteven LudmonTouseef Hassan NasirJeff CuscutisLiutauras StravinskasLiutauras StravinskasByteBrew LLC
CategoryUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilitiesGamesGamesUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilities
PlatformiOSiOS, AndroidiOSAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOSiOSiOS
Store Metrics
Rating0.0 / 54.2 / 52.7 / 55.0 / 54.8 / 50.0 / 55.0 / 54.0 / 55.0 / 54.2 / 5
Ratings Count0533104011110
PriceFreeFree$0.99FreeFreeFreeFree$0.99FreeFree
Release DateJun 2, 2026Feb 24, 2019Jan 11, 2016Jul 31, 2019Aug 18, 2020Aug 13, 2024Jun 21, 2020Dec 1, 2012Dec 1, 2012Dec 6, 2023
Last UpdatedJun 2, 2026Oct 29, 2025Jan 24, 2025Jul 31, 2019Dec 4, 2023Nov 26, 2025Mar 19, 2026Mar 23, 2023Dec 20, 2020Dec 7, 2023
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment---excellent-excellent----
Score---90/100-85/100----
Praises---
  • Flexible scoring system allows users to track diverse card games without complex setup requirements
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  • Preset score buttons allow for rapid input without opening the keyboard during fast-paced game sessions
  • Versatile game configuration options provide flexibility for diverse card and board game scoring requirements
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Complaints-----
  • Active game configurations reset when switching between applications on mobile devices
  • Inability to modify player names or colors after the initial game setup is completed
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Requests-----
  • Addition of a total score button to simplify end-of-game calculations for players
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Lightweight interface lowers barrier to entry for casual users
  • Built-in round timer differentiates from basic tally apps
  • Deep integration with BoardGameGeek database provides superior metadata and discovery capabilities.
  • Custom media uploads enable personalized session context beyond numerical scores.
  • Hybrid monetization model allows flexible access for casual users.
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  • Nertz team-pairing algorithm functions as a niche distribution barrier
  • Lightweight UX allows for rapid score entry during active gameplay
  • Real-time ranking visualization provides immediate feedback loops during casual play
  • Lightweight architecture ensures faster setup than database-heavy competitors
  • Preset score buttons reduce input friction during fast-paced game sessions
  • Customizable player colors differentiate participants in complex board games
  • Lightweight UI prioritizes speed for quick rolls
  • Specific Daggerheart support captures modern system players
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  • Audio-alert mechanism enforces game pace effectively
  • Pause-at-timeout feature supports session flow
Weaknesses
  • Lack of cloud-save functionality prevents cross-device persistence
  • No historical analytics limits long-term user retention
  • Lack of barcode scanning increases manual entry friction.
  • Two-tracker limit on free tier creates conversion friction.
  • Lower iOS rating volume suggests weaker engagement on Apple platforms.
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  • No cloud-save functionality despite multi-device usage scenarios
  • Ad-only monetization model limits revenue per user
  • Ad-supported model lacks a paid ad-free tier
  • No cloud-sync functionality for cross-device score history
  • Maintenance-mode update cadence
  • Session state wipes when switching apps, breaking the core utility for users
  • Lack of editing tools for player profiles during active matches
  • Zero IAP or subscription gates limit revenue
  • No cloud-save functionality for campaign data
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  • Zero monetization model limits development resources
  • No cloud-save or session-history persistence
Pricingfreefreemiumpaidfreefreemiumfreemiumfreepaidfreefree
MomentumMaintenance--ZombieZombieMaintenanceMaintenance--Zombie
Update Cadence1 versions--2 versions, ~3d avg2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~407d avg2 versions, ~137d avg2 versions, ~199d avg--1 versions

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