My Board Game Collection vs its rivals

Side-by-side comparison against My Board Game Collection's closest competitors — identity, store metrics, ratings & sentiment, and strategic intel.

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Core Identity
DeveloperTommy UytterhaegenTouseef Hassan NasirDavid PruittSteven LudmonAndrew WhitePace Apps Inc.Marmalade Game StudioMarek LenartVicki PartridgeVincent, Gatien,Alphonse MASSIAS
CategoryUtilitiesUtilitiesGamesGamesUtilitiesGamesUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilities
PlatformAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating4.2 / 50.0 / 55.0 / 54.8 / 54.7 / 54.3 / 53.1 / 53.5 / 54.3 / 54.9 / 5
Ratings Count530104761827152,829173
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateFeb 24, 2019Aug 13, 2024Jul 31, 2019Aug 18, 2020Dec 15, 2017May 11, 2016Mar 11, 2024Nov 2, 2012May 19, 2016Jun 2, 2025
Last UpdatedOct 29, 2025Nov 26, 2025Jul 31, 2019Dec 4, 2023Feb 23, 2020May 9, 2017Apr 10, 2026Apr 1, 2026Apr 24, 2026May 11, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment-excellentexcellent-excellent-terribleexcellentnegativepositive
Score-85/10090/100-85/100-25/10085/10035/10085/100
Praises-
  • 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
  • Flexible scoring system allows users to track diverse card games without complex setup requirements
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  • Versatile score and life tracking functionality supports diverse tabletop gaming systems
  • Intuitive interface design allows for quick score management during fast-paced matches
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  • Core board game mechanics provide high entertainment value when the connection remains stable
  • Ad-free experience provides a clean and focused utility for tracking game scores
  • Realistic dice rolling physics provide an engaging and authentic simulation experience for casual users
  • Modern web-first architecture
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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  • Companion app fails to recognize active game sessions, displaying persistent game does not exist errors
  • Mismatch between console game codes and mobile app input requirements prevents local multiplayer access
  • Frequent application crashes during startup or lobby connection prevent any gameplay from occurring
  • In-app purchase prompts during gameplay interrupt the flow for users of the free version
  • Aggressive advertisement frequency interrupts the core rolling experience and degrades the overall user flow
  • Android-iOS rating gap
Requests-
  • Addition of a total score button to simplify end-of-game calculations for players
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  • Head to head layout requested to allow simultaneous tracking by two opposing players
  • Player identification features needed to distinguish between multiple characters or figures
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  • Portrait mode support for mobile devices to improve usability during gameplay sessions
  • Split screen or column view functionality for better visibility during large group game sessions
  • Accessibility features including text-to-speech support for visually impaired users to enable independent play
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Deep BoardGameGeek integration provides comprehensive metadata
  • Open-format backup files reduce platform lock-in
  • Haptic feedback loop improves physical satisfaction of the input workflow
  • Clean, ad-free interface supports focused scorekeeping sessions
  • 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
  • Ad-free model sustains high user trust [iOS]
  • Lightweight UX ensures faster score entry [Utility Segment]
  • Custom counter feature supports complex game states [User Feedback]
  • Lightweight interface enables immediate ad-hoc usage
  • JSON-based custom game editor provides rule flexibility
  • Official branding and integration with the Marmalade Game Studio ecosystem provides high user trust
  • Ad-free interface sustains high user satisfaction
  • Autosave mechanism ensures session continuity
  • Multi-language support enables broad international reach
  • Tactile shake-to-roll interaction increases session duration
  • Minimalist interface reduces friction for casual users
  • Web-first architecture enables cross-platform sync without local file management
  • Tournament management suite provides utility beyond simple list building
Weaknesses
  • Manual entry friction for custom media
  • Ad-supported free tier drives churn
  • State persistence failure during app switching causes data loss
  • Limited profile editing tools post-setup frustrate users
  • 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
  • No head-to-head split-screen layout [User Request]
  • Zero social or BGG-integration features [Competitive Gap]
  • Low review volume limits discovery [Review Count]
  • Local-only storage prevents cross-device sync
  • No feature updates since 2017
  • Lacks historical session audit logs
  • 0.56★ Android-iOS rating gap indicates poor stability on the majority Android base
  • Persistent connection errors block the primary use case for local multiplayer
  • Premium tier gating interrupts gameplay flow
  • Absence of round-by-round history limits utility
  • 0.7★ rating gap between Android and iOS
  • Ad frequency interrupts core rolling loops
  • Intrusive rating prompts drive negative sentiment
  • No IAP options to remove ads
  • 0.57★ Android-iOS rating gap on majority Android base
  • Lack of deep legacy data support compared to BattleScribe
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Momentum-MaintenanceZombieZombieMaintenanceZombieMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenance
Update Cadence-2 versions, ~137d avg2 versions, ~3d avg2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~407d avg2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~2269d avg2 versions, ~3291d avg4 versions, ~39d avg2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~42d avg2 versions, ~179d avg2 versions, ~2d avg

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