GamePal
7.3#1 in game playtime trackersFrom $29.99 a yearFree planiOS
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PlayCounter
5.9#12 in game playtime trackersFree planFree planWindows
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| Fact | GamePal | PlayCounter |
|---|---|---|
| Offline use | MacMagazine reports that the app works without an internet connection and stores data locally on the device. | The app can be used offline, but automatic game matching, cover images and update checks are unavailable without a server connection. |
| Purpose | GamePal helps users track their gaming and manage a collection of games. | PlayCounter automatically records playtime for recognized PC games in one library, regardless of launcher. |
| Session tracking | GamePal provides a session timer that can run in the background and automatic tracking is listed as a Platinum feature. | It shows a live session timer and saves a session when you quit a recognized game. |
GamePal plans
- GamePalFree
- GamePal (free)Free
- GamePal Platinum Monthly$2.99 a month
- GamePal Platinum Yearly$29.99 a year
- GamePal Platinum Lifetime$49.99, paid once
PlayCounter plans
- FreeFree
Pick GamePal if…
GamePal suits iOS users who want to organize their game collections, record gaming experiences, and track releases and events. Users need iOS 18.0 or later; some listed features require a Platinum plan.
Pick PlayCounter if…
PlayCounter suits Windows PC players who want automatic records of playtime across supported launchers and local game installs. Its separate playthroughs, notes and history may appeal to players who track multiple runs of a game.