EA app
7.2#1 in pc gamesFrom $39.99 a yearWebmacOSWindows
VisitEA app vs GameVault
What both publish
| Fact | EA app | GameVault |
|---|---|---|
| Discord integration | Linking Discord through the EA app adds Rich Presence showing status, game-mode details, party size, and EA membership status. | GameVault+ can publish the current game through Discord Rich Presence. |
| Headquarters | Redwood City, California | Germany |
| Integrations | EA Account linking supports platforms and services including PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam, Epic Games, Discord, Twitch, YouTube, Amazon Prime Gaming, and Amazon Luna. | GameVault+ includes Playnite, Steam, and Discord integrations, plus client APIs for integrations. |
| Purpose | The EA app is Electronic Arts’ enhanced platform for playing favorite games on Windows. | GameVault is a self-hostable platform for browsing and playing DRM-free games stored on your file server. |
EA app plans
- EA Play$5.99 a month
- EA Play Pro$16.99 a month
- EA Play$39.99 a year
- EA Play Pro$119.99 a year
GameVault plans
- Flex Plan€4.99 a month
- Family & Friends Plan€8.99 a month
- Smart Saver Plan€49.90 a year
Pick EA app if…
It suits Windows and Mac players who use EA games and want to manage a game collection or connect friends lists. Players using other operating systems cannot use the app.
Pick GameVault if…
GameVault suits people who want to host a DRM-free game library on their own file server, including families or friends sharing a subscription. Desktop clients are relevant for users who need to download, install, and launch games locally.