Comparison

International Pool Free vs Ball Pool 3D

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

International Pool Free

Experience realistic pool gameplay with advanced ball and cloth physics. Compete in various game modes, climb global leaderboards, and unlock achievements. Offers intuitive controls for all skill levels.

Highlights
  • Realistic ball and cloth physics
  • Four Pool game modes (8-Ball, 9-Ball, 10-Ball)
  • 8 levels of AI opponent difficulty
  • Global Leaderboards
  • League progression system
  • Practice Mode
  • 2 camera views for shot setup
Features
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The App Store's #1 Sports and Simulation cue-sports engine is unleashed on a dedicated Pool game for the first time ever! REALISM Showcasing some of the best ball and cloth physics you'll find outside a real pool hall, International Pool follows in the footsteps of the chart topping International Snooker series, featuring state of the art graphics and physics built for the latest generations of iPhones, iPads and iPods running iOS 9. DEPTH Four Pool modes with 8 levels of opponent AI and 12 Global Leaderboards, catering for all skill levels, from Rookie to Elite. Earn cash and achievements to unlock and qualify for higher-tier locations and Leagues, and fill your Trophy Room to showcase your mastery of the world's most popular cue-based sport. INTUITIVE Controls and options that cater to all levels of player experience, both casual and pro, with an unobtrusive UI and simple - yet powerful - control over shot setup. • US 8-Ball • UK 8-Ball • 9-Ball • 10-Ball • League based Global Leaderboards (online participation optional) • 12 Leaderboards and 128 AI opponents across four locations • Practice Mode (8 difficulty levels) • 24 Achievements and 20 unique trophies • 2 Cameras - Top-down and Player viewpoint - for shot setup • 7 Replay cameras • Replay video controls and camera switching. • Comprehensive shot setup with full spin and swerve physics. International Pool is focused on League progression, and can be played entirely locally or by participating with global scoreboards (Leaderboards). To submit your scores to the Global Leaderboards, you will need an available internet connection at the time of submission.

About

Ball Pool 3D

Experience a realistic 8-ball pool simulator with stunning HD graphics and accurate ball physics. Compete in single-player or two-player modes to win trophies and become the champion. Enjoy smooth, one-finger controls for an immersive gaming experience.

Highlights
  • Realistic HD graphics
  • Accurate ball physics simulation
  • Single Player Mode
  • Two Player Mode
  • Smooth one-finger controls
  • Realistic 3D ball animation
Features
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Experience pool like never before, thanks to the stunning HD graphics, fantastic playability and ultra realistic ball physics. Ball Pool uses the latest technology to create the most realistic and exciting 8 Ball simulator. Win trophies and become the acclaimed Ball Pool 3D Champion! Key Features: 1. Include Single Player Mode,Two Player Mode. 2. Realistic environments, sound effects and locations. 3. Realistic 3D ball animation. 4. Easy smooth controls,can be operated with one finger. 5. Real powerful simulation with accurate ball physics. 6. One finger touch control for moving the stick.

Screenshots

International Pool Free4 screens
Ball Pool 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Ball Pool 3D at 4.0 against International Pool Free's 3.0. Ball Pool 3D also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and review sentiment (17% vs 0%). International Pool Free's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.1 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. International Pool Free sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Ball Pool 3D asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Ball Pool 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of International Pool Free's written reviews are positive against 17% of Ball Pool 3D's.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
International Pool Free versus Ball Pool 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInternational Pool FreeBall Pool 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews16.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequency—Every 5 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size273 MB65 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperStefan Ridby-Hopper广才 杜

Customer experience

International Pool Free

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Ball Pool 3D

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews6 reviews
Positive16.7%
Neutral33.3%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

International Pool Free

One-time7
  • Auto Chalk$0.99
  • Graphite Cue$0.99
  • Pro Guides$0.99
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  • Unlock Sky Lounge$0.99
  • Unlock Vegas Exhibition Hall$0.99
  • Unlock The Old Mill$0.99
  • Vintage Pro Cue$0.99
None

Ball Pool 3D

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is International Pool Free free?
International Pool Free is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Ball Pool 3D free?
Ball Pool 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, International Pool Free or Ball Pool 3D?
Ball Pool 3D is rated higher. International Pool Free averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Ball Pool 3D averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do International Pool Free or Ball Pool 3D have ads?
Ball Pool 3D shows ads; International Pool Free does not.

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