ScoreTally vs its rivals

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

ScoreTally
This App
ScorePal
Contender
Core Identity
DeveloperDavid PruittTommy UytterhaegenTouseef Hassan NasirPace Apps Inc.Andrew WhiteLost MindsVicki PartridgeLion's DenMarek LenartMarmalade Game Studio
CategoryGamesUtilitiesUtilitiesGamesUtilitiesUtilitiesUtilitiesProductivityUtilitiesUtilities
PlatformiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, AndroidiOSiOS, AndroidiOS, Android
Store Metrics
Rating5.0 / 54.2 / 50.0 / 54.3 / 54.7 / 54.6 / 54.3 / 54.7 / 53.5 / 53.1 / 5
Ratings Count10530182761492,829341157
PriceFreeFreeFreeFreeFree$1.99FreeFreeFreeFree
Release DateJul 31, 2019Feb 24, 2019Aug 13, 2024May 11, 2016Dec 15, 2017Oct 1, 2019May 19, 2016Feb 17, 2014Nov 2, 2012Mar 11, 2024
Last UpdatedJul 31, 2019Oct 29, 2025Nov 26, 2025May 9, 2017Feb 23, 2020May 1, 2020Apr 24, 2026Feb 21, 2020Apr 1, 2026Apr 10, 2026
Sentiment & Reviews
Sentimentexcellent-excellent-excellentmixednegativepositiveexcellentterrible
Score90/100-85/100-85/10055/10035/10075/10085/10025/100
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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  • Versatile score and life tracking functionality supports diverse tabletop gaming systems
  • Intuitive interface design allows for quick score management during fast-paced matches
  • High reliability and ease of use for casual dice rolling sessions
  • Realistic dice rolling physics provide an engaging and authentic simulation experience for casual users
  • Calculator-style interface allows users to perform complex dice combinations with speed and accuracy
  • Ad-free experience provides a clean and focused utility for tracking game scores
  • Core board game mechanics provide high entertainment value when the connection remains stable
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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  • Clunky interface design creates friction compared to previous application iterations
  • Aggressive advertisement frequency interrupts the core rolling experience and degrades the overall user flow
  • Application crashes during purchase attempts and when saving multiple dice combinations
  • In-app purchase prompts during gameplay interrupt the flow for users of the free version
  • 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
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
  • Customizable dice groups and odd-numbered dice ranges for specific game rules
  • Accessibility features including text-to-speech support for visually impaired users to enable independent play
  • Advanced dice logic features like automatic re-rolling of ones for specific game mechanics
  • Split screen or column view functionality for better visibility during large group game sessions
  • Portrait mode support for mobile devices to improve usability during gameplay sessions
Strategic Intel
Strengths
  • Nertz team-pairing algorithm functions as a niche distribution barrier
  • Lightweight UX allows for rapid score entry during active gameplay
  • 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
  • Lightweight interface enables immediate ad-hoc usage
  • JSON-based custom game editor provides rule flexibility
  • 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]
  • High-fidelity physics simulation [Standard]
  • Remote session verification tools [Differentiator]
  • Tactile shake-to-roll interaction increases session duration
  • Minimalist interface reduces friction for casual users
  • Calculator-style interface allows rapid input of complex dice formulas
  • Ad-free interface sustains high user satisfaction
  • Autosave mechanism ensures session continuity
  • Multi-language support enables broad international reach
  • Official branding and integration with the Marmalade Game Studio ecosystem provides high user trust
Weaknesses
  • No cloud-save functionality despite multi-device usage scenarios
  • Ad-only monetization model limits revenue per user
  • 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
  • Local-only storage prevents cross-device sync
  • No feature updates since 2017
  • Lacks historical session audit logs
  • No head-to-head split-screen layout [User Request]
  • Zero social or BGG-integration features [Competitive Gap]
  • Low review volume limits discovery [Review Count]
  • Interface design friction [User Reviews]
  • Lack of updates since May 2020 [Metadata]
  • Touch input failures [User Reviews]
  • Ad frequency interrupts core rolling loops
  • Intrusive rating prompts drive negative sentiment
  • No IAP options to remove ads
  • Consistent crashes during purchase attempts and preset saving
  • Premium tier gating interrupts gameplay flow
  • Absence of round-by-round history limits utility
  • 0.7★ rating gap between Android and iOS
  • 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
Pricingfreefreemiumfreemiumfreefreepaidfreefreefreemiumfree
MomentumZombie-MaintenanceZombieMaintenanceZombieMaintenanceZombieMaintenanceMaintenance
Update Cadence2 versions, ~3d avg-2 versions, ~137d avg2 versions, ~3291d avg2 versions, 1 majors/6mo, ~2269d avg1 versions, 1 majors/6mo2 versions, ~179d avg1 versions2 versions, 2 majors/6mo, ~42d avg4 versions, ~39d avg

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