# SOLOSHOT vs Backbone

The clearest difference is rating: Backbone at 4.8 against SOLOSHOT's 2.6. Backbone also leads on review sentiment (51% vs 21%) and ratings volume (101K vs 68). SOLOSHOT's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Backbone sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. SOLOSHOT asks for nothing beyond the download.

Backbone holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backbone has 101K ratings behind it against 68, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of SOLOSHOT's written reviews are positive against 51% of Backbone's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SOLOSHOT | Backbone |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (68 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soloshot/id1089003247/reviews) | **[4.8 (101K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backbone-next-level-play/id1449660663/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 68 | **101K** |
| Positive reviews | 20.6% of reviews | **51.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#59** |
| Size | 78 MB | 441 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [SOLOSHOT Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1089003246) | [Backbone Labs, Inc. (US)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1449660662) |

## What reviewers say

### SOLOSHOT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soloshot/id1089003247)

Experience live streams captured by an automated personal cameraman that tracks subjects from a distance. Discover engaging content and interesting people from around the globe.

**Highlights:** Automated panning, tilting, and zooming camera, Tracks subjects up to 2,000 feet away, High-quality live video streaming, Discover engaging content and people, Best perspective filming

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Backbone

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backbone-next-level-play/id1449660663)

**Currently charting:** #59 Top Grossing · Social Networking, #117 Top Free · Social Networking (US App Store)

Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful gaming console. Play a wide range of games and services, record and share epic gameplay moments, and connect with friends for seamless multiplayer experiences. Discover and launch your favorite controller-supported games from a single app.

**Highlights:** Play any game or service supporting controllers, Record, edit, and share gameplay clips, Automatic highlight detection, Friend notifications and in-app voice chat, Centralized game launcher

**Features:** Game Controller support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Backbone+ | $3.99 | per month |
| Backbone+ | $3.99 | per month |
| Backbone+ | $7.99 | per month |
| Backbone+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ | $39.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ | $39.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ | $39.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ | $39.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ | $39.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ | $39.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ 4 | $39.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ | $49.99 | per year |
| Backbone+ | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great gaming experience
- 👍 Seamless integration with app
- 🎮 Feels like a dedicated gaming device
- 💡 Turns phone into a portable console
- 🎨 Sleek and premium design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Locked features behind paywall
- 🔌 Requires removing phone case
- 🎮 Ergonomics not ideal for all games
- 🐛 Connectivity issues and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Random disconnections during gameplay
- App crashes and freezes
- Issues with controller button mapping
- Incompatibility with certain games

**Requested features**

- Allow use without subscription
- Add more customization options
- Improve compatibility with various phone models
- Integrate with more cloud gaming services


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SOLOSHOT free?

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

### Is Backbone free?

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

### Which has better reviews, SOLOSHOT or Backbone?

Backbone is rated higher. SOLOSHOT averages 2.6 out of 5 from 68 ratings, while Backbone averages 4.8 from 101K ratings.

### Do SOLOSHOT or Backbone have ads?

Neither SOLOSHOT nor Backbone shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SOLOSHOT or Backbone?

SOLOSHOT ships an update every 3 weeks, and Backbone every 3 weeks. Most recently, SOLOSHOT was updated on October 7, 2026 and Backbone on October 17, 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.*