Comparison

Bouncing Ball 2 vs Planet Merge 2

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

Head to head
About

Bouncing Ball 2

Bounce on platforms to create music while avoiding spikes. Collect diamonds to unlock new cosmetic balls. Enjoy a visually appealing and musically engaging experience.

Highlights
  • Bounce on platforms
  • Create music
  • Avoid spikes
  • Collect diamonds
  • Unlock new balls
Features
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Bounce on the center of platforms to create beautiful music. Stay clear of the spikes and collect diamonds to unlock new and gorgeous balls!

About

Planet Merge 2

Features
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Drop, merge and grow your own universe in this relaxing space puzzle game! Planet Merge 2 is a satisfying merge game with real physics. Drop planets into the field — when two identical planets touch, they merge into a bigger one. Start with a tiny rock, then grow Mercury, Mars, Earth, Saturn, Jupiter and all the way up to the blazing Sun. HOW TO PLAY ▸ Aim and drop planets into the field ▸ Two identical planets merge into the next one ▸ Chain merges for combos and big scores ▸ Don't let the field overflow! WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT ▸ Simple one-tap controls — easy to learn, hard to master ▸ Physics-based drop puzzle with satisfying chain reactions ▸ Cute planets with emotions that react to your taps ▸ Explore the whole solar system — from a rock to the Sun and beyond ▸ Relaxing pace: no timers, no pressure ▸ Handy boosters for tricky moments ▸ Global leaderboard — compete with players worldwide ▸ Your game is saved — continue anytime Perfect for a quick break or a long, cozy session. How far can you merge? Download Planet Merge 2 and build your universe!

Screenshots

Bouncing Ball 24 screens
Planet Merge 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Planet Merge 2 at none against Bouncing Ball 2's 10. Bouncing Ball 2's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence 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. Bouncing Ball 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Planet Merge 2 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bouncing Ball 2 ships an update monthly, Planet Merge 2 every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bouncing Ball 2 versus Planet Merge 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBouncing Ball 2Planet Merge 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.9 (48 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings48 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS7.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size98 MB158 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperKetchappSankalpa

Bugs and requests

Bouncing Ball 2

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Ads interrupt gameplay
  • Physics feel weird
  • Ball doesn't go down quick enough
  • Glitches

Requested features

6 requests
  • More avatars to play as
  • Different game modes
  • More skin options
  • Tutorial or instructions on how to play
  • Easier levels
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  • Fix glitches

Planet Merge 2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Bouncing Ball 2

One-time10
  • Watermelon Ball$0.99
  • Flower Ball$0.99
  • Gingerbread Ball$0.99
Show 7 more
  • Basketball Ball$0.99
  • Redchip Ball$0.99
  • Rainbow Ball$0.99
  • Zen Ball$0.99
  • Smiley Ball$0.99
  • Cola Ball$0.99
  • Radiation Ball$0.99
None

Planet Merge 2

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Bouncing Ball 2 free?
Bouncing Ball 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Planet Merge 2 free?
Planet Merge 2 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Bouncing Ball 2 or Planet Merge 2 have ads?
Planet Merge 2 shows ads; Bouncing Ball 2 does not.
Which is updated more often, Bouncing Ball 2 or Planet Merge 2?
Bouncing Ball 2 ships an update monthly, and Planet Merge 2 every 6 weeks. Most recently, Bouncing Ball 2 was updated on October 22, 2026 and Planet Merge 2 on October 7, 2026.

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