Playtomic Americano alternative
Matchscreen is a free alternative to Playtomic’s Americano tool for clubs and organisers who just want to run an Americano on the TV: it works in any browser with no club software, account or booking system.
Side by side
| Playtomic Manager | Matchscreen | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Club management and booking software with tournament tools | A standalone Americano console for the TV |
| Formats | Americano, Mexicano, King of the Court | Americano, Argentino (timed), King of the court |
| Pairings | Automatic | Automatic |
| Live leaderboard | Yes, updates as results are entered | Yes, shown on the TV |
| How players see it | Matchups and results shared through tournament chat (per Playtomic’s help article) | On the club TV |
| Courts | Booked automatically in your schedule | You pick 1–5 courts |
| Account | Playtomic club account | None needed |
When to pick which
Choose Playtomic if your club already runs bookings, registration and recurring tournaments on Playtomic, or you need Mexicano. Choose Matchscreen if you want a big-screen Americano without setting up club software, or you want to run it alongside Playtomic just for the TV.
FAQ
Can I use Matchscreen alongside Playtomic?
Yes. Players can still sign up wherever you run registration; Matchscreen only runs the evening on the TV.
Does Playtomic support Americano?
Yes. Playtomic Manager added Americano, Mexicano and King of the Court tournament tools.
Is Matchscreen free?
Yes, the demo is free with no account.
Try it at your next Americano
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Sources (checked 29 Oct 2026): Playtomic Manager help: Americano, Mexicano, King of the Court · Playtomic: creating a tournament. Features change, so check the vendor page before deciding.
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