ScorePal vs its rivals

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

ScorePal
This App
ScoreTally
Contender
Tally Go
New Kid
Core Identity
DeveloperPace Apps Inc.Tommy UytterhaegenTouseef Hassan NasirAndrew WhiteDavid PruittVincent, Gatien,Alphonse MASSIASLost MindsMarmalade Game StudioVicki Partridgeron myschuk
CategoryGamesUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilitiesGamesUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilitiesGames
PlatformiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidAndroid, iOSiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS
Store Metrics
Rating4.3 / 54.2 / 50.0 / 54.7 / 55.0 / 54.9 / 54.6 / 53.1 / 54.3 / 50.0 / 5
Ratings Count182530761017314972,8290
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFreeFree$1.99FreeFree$0.99
Release DateMay 11, 2016Feb 24, 2019Aug 13, 2024Dec 15, 2017Jul 31, 2019Jun 2, 2025Oct 1, 2019Mar 11, 2024May 19, 2016Mar 23, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 9, 2017Oct 29, 2025Nov 26, 2025Feb 23, 2020Jul 31, 2019May 11, 2026May 1, 2020Apr 10, 2026Apr 24, 2026Mar 23, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentiment--excellentexcellentexcellentpositivemixedterriblenegative-
Score--85/10085/10090/10085/10055/10025/10035/100-
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
  • Versatile score and life tracking functionality supports diverse tabletop gaming systems
  • Intuitive interface design allows for quick score management during fast-paced matches
  • Flexible scoring system allows users to track diverse card games without complex setup requirements
  • Modern web-first architecture
  • High reliability and ease of use for casual dice rolling sessions
  • Core board game mechanics provide high entertainment value when the connection remains stable
  • Realistic dice rolling physics provide an engaging and authentic simulation experience for casual users
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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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  • Android-iOS rating gap
  • Clunky interface design creates friction compared to previous application iterations
  • 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
  • Aggressive advertisement frequency interrupts the core rolling experience and degrades the overall user flow
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Requests--
  • Addition of a total score button to simplify end-of-game calculations for players
  • 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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  • Customizable dice groups and odd-numbered dice ranges for specific game rules
  • Portrait mode support for mobile devices to improve usability during gameplay sessions
  • Accessibility features including text-to-speech support for visually impaired users to enable independent play
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Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Lightweight interface enables immediate ad-hoc usage
  • JSON-based custom game editor provides rule flexibility
  • 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
  • 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]
  • Nertz team-pairing algorithm functions as a niche distribution barrier
  • Lightweight UX allows for rapid score entry during active gameplay
  • Web-first architecture enables cross-platform sync without local file management
  • Tournament management suite provides utility beyond simple list building
  • High-fidelity physics simulation [Standard]
  • Remote session verification tools [Differentiator]
  • Official branding and integration with the Marmalade Game Studio ecosystem provides high user trust
  • Tactile shake-to-roll interaction increases session duration
  • Minimalist interface reduces friction for casual users
  • Landscape-first interface optimized for shared physical tables
  • Party Mode social prompts differentiate from static trackers
  • Flexible custom-game presets support house rules
Weaknesses
  • Local-only storage prevents cross-device sync
  • No feature updates since 2017
  • Lacks historical session audit logs
  • 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 head-to-head split-screen layout [User Request]
  • Zero social or BGG-integration features [Competitive Gap]
  • Low review volume limits discovery [Review Count]
  • No cloud-save functionality despite multi-device usage scenarios
  • Ad-only monetization model limits revenue per user
  • 0.57★ Android-iOS rating gap on majority Android base
  • Lack of deep legacy data support compared to BattleScribe
  • Interface design friction [User Reviews]
  • Lack of updates since May 2020 [Metadata]
  • Touch input failures [User Reviews]
  • 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
  • Ad frequency interrupts core rolling loops
  • Intrusive rating prompts drive negative sentiment
  • No IAP options to remove ads
  • $0.99 price point creates conversion friction
  • Lacks cloud-syncing for multi-device score entry
  • No historical data visualization or analytical graphs
Pricingfreefreemiumfreemiumfreefreefreemiumpaidfreefreepaid
MomentumZombie-MaintenanceMaintenanceZombieMaintenanceZombieMaintenanceMaintenanceMaintenance
Update Cadence2 versions, ~3291d avg-2 versions, ~137d avg2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~2269d avg2 versions, ~3d avg2 versions, ~2d avg1 versions, 1 majors/6mo4 versions, ~39d avg2 versions, ~179d avg1 versions

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