Tracksaga vs Letterboxd vs Goodreads vs MyAnimeList
Using Letterboxd for films, Goodreads for books and MyAnimeList for anime? That's three accounts, three interfaces and three siloed libraries. Tracksaga rolls films, TV, anime, books and games into one app — free, ad-free, private by default. Here's the honest breakdown.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Letterboxd | Goodreads | MyAnimeList | Tracksaga |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Film tracking | ✅ Best-in-class | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ Full support |
| TV show tracking | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ Per-season |
| Anime tracking | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ Reference | ✅ Jikan/MAL data |
| Book tracking | ❌ | ✅ Reference | ❌ | ✅ Google Books |
| Video game tracking | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ IGDB data |
| Private by default | ❌ Public | ❌ Public | ❌ Public | ✅ Private default |
| Ads | ⚠️ Yes (free tier) | ⚠️ Yes | ⚠️ Heavy | ✅ Zero ads |
| Per-season ratings | N/A | N/A | ❌ Overall only | ✅ Per season |
| CSV import | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ Multi-source |
| AI recommendations | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ Cross-media |
| Multi-language UI | ❌ EN only | ❌ EN only | ❌ EN only | ✅ EN / FR / ES / DE |
| Price | Freemium | Free (Amazon-owned) | Freemium | 100% free |
Why one app beats three
- One account, one password, one interface
- Cross-media stats: total time on films + TV + anime + books + games combined
- Franchises grouped across media (Marvel, Star Wars, The Witcher, One Piece…)
- AI recommendations that pull from your entire multimedia history
- Private by default — your library stays yours unless you share it
- Zero ads, no third-party trackers, EU-hosted
Private by default — the key difference
On Letterboxd, Goodreads and MyAnimeList your profile and lists are public the moment you sign up. On Tracksaga it's the opposite: your library, ratings and personal notes stay private until you explicitly choose to share. Perfect for anyone who wants a personal journal without having to build an audience.
Merge your 3 accounts into one
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Create my Tracksaga accountFrequently asked questions
Can I import my Letterboxd, Goodreads and MAL data?
Yes. Go to Settings > Import/Export. CSV exports from Letterboxd, Goodreads, MyAnimeList, IMDb, Trakt, TV Time and SensCritique are supported.
Does Tracksaga really replace all three apps?
For personal tracking, yes. For the deep social side (long-form reviews, huge followings), Letterboxd and Goodreads are still more mature. Tracksaga focuses on tracking and privacy.
How are multi-season shows rated?
Every season is rated individually (0-10). The show-level score is the weighted average — MAL does not offer this granularity.
Is there a mobile app?
Yes, Tracksaga runs on iOS and Android (via Capacitor) and also works as an installable PWA.
How much does Tracksaga cost?
Full tracking is 100% free forever. An optional Premium tier adds cosmetics and bonuses but unlocks no essential feature.