# PitchGrader vs NextPitch Analytics

The clearest difference is rating: NextPitch Analytics at 5.0 against PitchGrader's 3.0. NextPitch Analytics also leads on ratings volume (8 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). PitchGrader's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 13) and update cadence (every 4 days vs weekly). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NextPitch Analytics sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. PitchGrader asks for nothing beyond the download.

NextPitch Analytics holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NextPitch Analytics has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

PitchGrader ships an update every 4 days, NextPitch Analytics weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PitchGrader | NextPitch Analytics |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pitchgrader/id1087256806/reviews) | **[5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextpitch-analytics/id6752586526/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **8** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 97 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kinemetrica Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1693723000) | [NextPitch Analytics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1840049867) |

## What reviewers say

### PitchGrader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pitchgrader/id1087256806)

This app allows existing clients to analyze baseball pitches using Doppler radar data and specialized service. It reconstructs ball flight in 3D and runs simulations to evaluate changes, supporting analysis from single pitches to entire seasons.

**Highlights:** Doppler radar data analysis, 3D ball flight reconstruction, 3D simulation for pitch evaluation, Analysis from single pitch to seasons, Fast and simple data interpretation

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### NextPitch Analytics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextpitch-analytics/id6752586526)

This app provides instant pitching analytics for baseball and softball players, coaches, and families using just a smartphone. Track pitch location, type, outcome, and trends without any external hardware. Monitor player progress and team performance with detailed data insights.

**Highlights:** Instant pitching analytics, No cameras or sensors required, Strike rate and walk rate trends, Pitch location patterns, Arsenal breakdowns, Bullpen command tracking, Individual pitcher profiles

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Player Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Player Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Team Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Player Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Team Monthly | $39.99 | per month |
| Player Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Organization Monthly | $49.99 | per month |
| Program Monthly | $69.99 | per month |
| Organization Monthly | $99.99 | per month |
| Team Annual | $299.99 | per year |
| Team Annual | $499.99 | per year |
| Organization Annual | $499.99 | per year |
| Program Annual | $699.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PitchGrader free?

PitchGrader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is NextPitch Analytics free?

NextPitch Analytics is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, PitchGrader or NextPitch Analytics?

NextPitch Analytics is rated higher. PitchGrader averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while NextPitch Analytics averages 5.0 from 8 ratings.

### Do PitchGrader or NextPitch Analytics have ads?

Neither PitchGrader nor NextPitch Analytics shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PitchGrader or NextPitch Analytics?

PitchGrader ships an update every 4 days, and NextPitch Analytics weekly. Most recently, PitchGrader was updated on October 17, 2026 and NextPitch Analytics on October 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*