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Head-to-head · Game Backlog Trackers

BAKLOG vs Backlog.rip

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score BAKLOG #2 in Game Backlog Trackers 8.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 6 features Visit BAKLOG
Backlog.rip #6 in Game Backlog Trackers 7.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 6 features Visit Backlog.rip

BAKLOG leads on 0 checks, Backlog.rip on 1, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreBAKLOG · 8.4/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresBacklog.rip · 4 of 6

BAKLOG scores higher on our rubric for game backlog trackers: 8.4 against 7.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

Backlog.rip offers completion history; BAKLOG doesn't publish it.

BAKLOG is the better fit for multi-store players needing broad library coverage. Backlog.rip is the better fit for steam users wanting open-source backlog organization.

  • BAKLOG fits best

    Multi-store players needing broad library coverage

  • Backlog.rip fits best

    Steam users wanting open-source backlog organization

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Side by side

Feature BAKLOG 8.4/10 Visit ↗ Backlog.rip 7.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.4 7.3
Ranking #2 in Game Backlog Trackers #6 in Game Backlog Trackers
Best for Multi-store players needing broad library coverage Steam users wanting open-source backlog organization
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Desktop Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms Windows, macOS, Linux Web
Support Email, Community, Docs Community, Docs
Integrations 12 integrations 2 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features BAKLOG 3/6 · Backlog.rip 4/6
Platform tracking Not published Not published
Custom lists ✓ ✓
Playtime tracking ✓ ✓
Library import ✓ ✓
Data export Not published Not published
Completion history Not published ✓ (best)
Specs
Mobile apps None Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Imports and deduplicates libraries from 12 game services
  • Tracks statuses, playtime, completion data, picks, and backlog analytics
  • Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux with local encrypted credentials
  • Free forever plan includes unlimited games and progress tracking.
  • Custom states, lists, and advanced filtering support detailed organization.
  • Steam sync, cloud backups, and multi-device sync connect library and progress.
Cons
  • Free refreshes are manual and limited to one store at a time
  • There are no mobile apps
  • The product is currently in open beta
  • Web-only access limits the product to browser-based use.
  • Integration coverage centers on Steam and Steam Backlog.
  • Achievements sync and extended backup retention are in Monthly Supporter.
Our verdict

BAKLOG is a local-first game-library and backlog dashboard for players whose collections span multiple storefronts. It imports and deduplicates games from Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG, PlayStation, Xbox, Amazon, Battle.net, Ubisoft…

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Backlog.rip is a browser-based game library manager for organizing and tracking video games. It is aimed at players who want structured backlog management, including progress and status tracking, playtime data, custom states and lists,…

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  1. BAKLOGGame Backlog Trackers 8.4Free plan
  2. Backlog.ripGame Backlog Trackers 7.3Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • BAKLOG — where it wins

    • Imports and deduplicates libraries from 12 game services
    • Tracks statuses, playtime, completion data, picks, and backlog analytics
    • Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux with local encrypted credentials

    Where it doesn't

    • Free refreshes are manual and limited to one store at a time
    • There are no mobile apps
    • The product is currently in open beta

  • Backlog.rip — where it wins

    • Free forever plan includes unlimited games and progress tracking.
    • Custom states, lists, and advanced filtering support detailed organization.
    • Steam sync, cloud backups, and multi-device sync connect library and progress.

    Where it doesn't

    • Web-only access limits the product to browser-based use.
    • Integration coverage centers on Steam and Steam Backlog.
    • Achievements sync and extended backup retention are in Monthly Supporter.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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