Head-to-head · Game Backlog Trackers
BAKLOG vs Grouvee
BAKLOG leads on 0 checks, Grouvee on 3, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 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 featuresGrouvee · 6 of 6
BAKLOG scores higher on our rubric for game backlog trackers: 8.4 against 7.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #8.
Grouvee offers platform tracking; BAKLOG doesn't publish it. Grouvee offers data export; BAKLOG doesn't publish it. Grouvee offers completion history; BAKLOG doesn't publish it.
BAKLOG is the better fit for multi-store players needing broad library coverage. Grouvee is the better fit for web users who want shelves, timelines, and export.
- BAKLOG fits best
Multi-store players needing broad library coverage
- Grouvee fits best
Web users who want shelves, timelines, and export
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Side by side
| Feature | BAKLOG 8.4/10 Visit ↗ | Grouvee 7.0/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.4 | 7.0 |
| Ranking | #2 in Game Backlog Trackers | #8 in Game Backlog Trackers |
| Best for | Multi-store players needing broad library coverage | Web users who want shelves, timelines, and export |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Desktop | Cloud |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Web |
| Integrations | 12 integrations | 1 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business |
| Features BAKLOG 3/6 · Grouvee 6/6 | ||
| Platform tracking | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Custom lists | ✓ | ✓ |
| Playtime tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Library import | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data export | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Completion history | Not published | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Mobile apps | None | Not published |
| Our review | ||
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| 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… Read the review → |
Grouvee is a web-based game collection and backlog tracker for players who want to organize, rate, review, and discuss video games. Its core structure covers Playing, Played, Backlog, and Wish List shelves, while unlimited custom shelves… Read the review → |
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
Grouvee — where it wins
- Unlimited custom shelves and flexible game lists
- Steam import, playthrough timelines, and playtime estimates
- CSV export plus ratings, reviews, and community features
Where it doesn't
- Web-only access limits platform availability
- Steam is the only listed integration
- Gold subscriptions are nonrefundable
- BAKLOG8.4/10 · Free plan
A broad, open-source desktop tracker for organizing multi-store game libraries.
Visit BAKLOGFull verdict → - Grouvee7.0/10 · Free plan
A free web tracker with deep shelves, Steam import, timelines, and CSV export.
Visit GrouveeFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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