# PinOut! vs OLDTV

The clearest difference is ads: PinOut! at none against OLDTV's shown. PinOut! also leads on ratings volume (7.1K vs 350). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PinOut! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and OLDTV sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.2 for PinOut! against 4.2 for OLDTV. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PinOut! has 7.1K ratings behind it against 350, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of PinOut!'s written reviews are positive against 70% of OLDTV's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | PinOut! | OLDTV |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (7.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinout/id1108417718/reviews) | **[4.2 (350 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oldtv/id1392377960/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.1K** | 350 |
| Positive reviews | 67.3% of reviews | **69.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 81 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mediocre AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/431845724) | [Michal Walaszczyk](https://appshunter.io/developer/943468873) |

## 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


### OLDTV

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/oldtv/id1392377960)

Test your cognitive speed and reaction time by quickly distinguishing between words and colors as you rapidly switch through TV channels. Experience a unique blend of nostalgia and a captivating soundtrack in this challenging game.

**Highlights:** Rapid channel switching, Word and color differentiation, Gamified Stroop test, Nostalgic theme, Original soundtrack

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| DLC Antarctica | $1.99 | one-time |
| Get 250 Channel Points (CP) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Get 500 Channel Points (CP) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Get 1000 Channel Points (CP) | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and challenging gameplay
- 👍 Unique concept and visuals
- 🎨 Great soundtrack and audio design
- 🔒 No internet required to play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sherlock mode not working as expected
- 🎨 Difficulty distinguishing between blue and purple
- 🔋 Game drains battery quickly
- 🤕 Visuals can be straining on the eyes

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup for some users
- Achievements not unlocking properly
- Connectivity issues when playing offline
- Incorrect country information displayed

**Requested features**

- Option to disable ads or pay to remove them
- Improved color contrast settings for accessibility
- Ability to remap controls or invert them
- Tutorial or better onboarding for new players


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PinOut! free?

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

### Is OLDTV free?

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

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

OLDTV is rated higher. PinOut! averages 4.2 out of 5 from 7.1K ratings, while OLDTV averages 4.2 from 350 ratings.

### Do PinOut! or OLDTV have ads?

OLDTV shows ads; PinOut! does not.

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

PinOut! ships an update every 2 weeks, and OLDTV every 2 weeks. Most recently, PinOut! was updated on October 21, 2026 and OLDTV on October 21, 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.*