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Save Keeper vs SaveSync
Both stand on game save managers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan
Choose Save Keeper if you want free, versioned save backups in Google Drive and can meet its Vita or PS TV homebrew requirements. Look elsewhere if you need built-in savedata configuration for homebrew beyond RetroArch or automatic restores.
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SaveSync combines save sharing with automatic host changes, Steam Cloud compatibility, and LAN syncing for two named games. Check its supported-games list and Steam account requirement before buying.
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| Save Keeper | SaveSync | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Not published | Linux, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | SaveSync: €5.89, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | savesync.games |
| On game save managers | #22 of 27 | #26 of 27 |
Save Keeper: what it does well
- Creates timestamped ZIP backups of supported saves.
- Keeps multiple backups per game for older-save recovery.
- Uploads backups to Google Drive for use on another Vita or PS TV.
- Labels and sorts backups by name, latest backup, or last saved.
- backs up current data before a restore unless an identical backup exists.
What to know first
- Requires HENkaku or h-encore and unsafe homebrew enabled.
- Requires a Google account for Drive sync.
- Built-in homebrew savedata configuration currently covers RetroArch only.
- Restore is manual.
SaveSync: what it does well
- Stores selected saves encrypted and private by default
- Scans saves with Windows Defender
- Supports 57+ listed games
- Includes lifetime updates
What to know first
- Requires a Steam account
- Paid one-time purchase of 5.89 EUR
- Supports Linux and Windows
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