GameRefinery vs PlayFab
GameRefinery
gamerefinery.comPlayFab
developer.microsoft.comSide by side
| Figure | GameRefinery | PlayFab |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $99/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | — | Yes |
| macOS | — | Yes |
| Linux | — | Yes |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| Android | — | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 0 | 5 |
| Spec score · Game Analytics Software | 7.7 (#20) | 8.9 (#2) |
| Integrations | Terms describe an optional connection to iTunes Connect and Google Play Developer accounts, or similar app distributor accounts, for analyzing app information. | The product page lists integrations for Xbox, Steam, PlayStation 4 and 5, Nintendo Switch, Apple App Store and Google Play. |
| Intended users | The product is presented for game developers, publishers and marketers working on game roadmaps, competitive analysis and user acquisition. | Microsoft describes PlayFab as serving game developers, from indie titles to AAA franchises. |
| Privacy | GameRefinery Oy’s privacy policy describes collection and use of personal and non-personal information and lists its Helsinki address. | The terms state that Microsoft will not sell Game Data processed on the customer’s behalf within the scope of the CCPA. |
| Product | GameRefinery provides mobile game market intelligence covering live events, gameplay mechanics, player motivations, monetization strategies and more. | PlayFab provides backend services for live games and connects players across platforms. |
Plans
PlayFab
- Free to StartFree
- Standard Plan$99 a month
- Premium Plan$1,999 a month
- Enterprise PlanPriced on request
- Pay-as-you-goFree
In their own words
GameRefinery
GameRefinery has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.
PlayFab
PlayFab provides managed backend services for live games and connects players across platforms. Its player services include identity, groups, friends, chat, profiles, stats, game saves and shared data, alongside competitive leaderboards and multiplayer networking. Live-operations tools support remote gameplay tuning, real-time player segmentation and A/B testing. Economy and user-generated-content tools cover virtual economies, live offers, monetization and built-in moderation. Game Data Stream can monitor player activity, analyze retention and revenue, and export raw data. The product lists Unreal and Unity SDKs, custom-engine language support, and integrations including Xbox, Steam, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, App Store and Google Play. Development Mode is free and permits up to 1,000 lifetime player account creations per title, with up to 10 titles per account. Free to Start costs nothing. Standard Plan costs $99 a month; Premium Plan costs $1,999 a month.