# PinOut! vs Horizon

The clearest difference is ads: PinOut! at none against Horizon's shown. PinOut! also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). Horizon's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.2). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PinOut! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Horizon sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Horizon holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 7.1K and 20K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of PinOut!'s written reviews are positive against 60% of Horizon's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

PinOut! ships an update every 2 weeks, Horizon every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PinOut! | Horizon |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (7.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinout/id1108417718/reviews) | **[4.6 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/horizon/id1351719370/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7.1K | **20K** |
| Positive reviews | **67.3% of reviews** | 60.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 81 MB | 253 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Mediocre AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/431845724) | [Ketchapp](https://appshunter.io/developer/528065807) |

## What reviewers say

### PinOut!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinout/id1108417718)

Experience a reimagined pinball adventure with a continuous journey through a vibrant, retro-wave world. Race against the clock in this arcade-style game, offering a unique twist on classic pinball mechanics.

**Highlights:** Continuous journey gameplay, Retro wave aesthetic, Pulsating lights and beats, Remodeled pinball mechanics, Arcade experience

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PinOut Premium | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Stunning visuals and graphics
- 🎶 Excellent soundtrack and audio
- 🕹️ Unique and addictive gameplay
- 👍 No ads or intrusive monetization

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🕰️ Short game length with limited levels
- 🤔 Inconsistent and frustrating physics/controls
- 💰 Paywall to access checkpoints and progress

**Reported bugs**

- Ball getting stuck in certain areas
- Crashes and freezes on some devices
- Compatibility issues with newer iPhone models

**Requested features**

- More levels and content
- Endless/infinite mode without time limit
- Improved physics and control responsiveness
- Ability to save progress and continue from checkpoints


### Horizon

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/horizon/id1351719370)

Navigate a dynamic world, dodging obstacles and performing stunts. Collect gems, unlock new ships and trails, and compete globally. Master challenges and earn XP to rank up.

**Highlights:** Avoid obstacles, Perform barrel rolls, Collect gems, Complete 100 challenges, Unlock 40 ships, Receive daily rewards, Compare high scores globally

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Membership | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| 10 Extra Lives | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 💡 Unique neon theme
- 👍 Challenging but addictive

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🔒 Inability to access all features
- 💰 Overpriced premium subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Inability to access trails and ships
- Score resets and progress loss

**Requested features**

- Add more game modes and levels
- Improve sensitivity and controls
- Fix issues with unlocking ships and trails


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PinOut! free?

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

### Is Horizon free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PinOut! or Horizon?

Horizon is rated higher. PinOut! averages 4.2 out of 5 from 7.1K ratings, while Horizon averages 4.6 from 20K ratings.

### Do PinOut! or Horizon have ads?

Horizon shows ads; PinOut! does not.

### Which is updated more often, PinOut! or Horizon?

PinOut! ships an update every 2 weeks, and Horizon every 3 months. Most recently, PinOut! was updated on October 31, 2026 and Horizon on October 30, 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.*