# PinOut! vs Paintshot

The clearest difference is rating: Paintshot at 4.9 against PinOut!'s 4.2. Paintshot also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks) and review sentiment (80% vs 67%). PinOut!'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (7.1K vs 16). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

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

Paintshot holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PinOut! has 7.1K ratings behind it against 16, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of PinOut!'s written reviews are positive against 80% of Paintshot's.

PinOut! ships an update every 2 weeks, Paintshot weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PinOut! | Paintshot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (7.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinout/id1108417718/reviews) | **[4.9 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paintshot/id1447409059/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.1K** | 16 |
| Positive reviews | 67.2% of reviews | **80.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 81 MB | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mediocre AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/431845724) | [Christian Schnellmann](https://appshunter.io/developer/566964130) |

## 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


### Paintshot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/paintshot/id1447409059)

Add color to drawings by shooting balls and collecting drops. Erase lines as needed to complete over 200 hand-drawn levels. Enjoy a messy, colorful art experience.

**Highlights:** Shoot balls to color drawings, Collect color drops, Erase lines, 200+ hand-drawn levels, Action painting gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock full game | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PinOut! free?

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

### Is Paintshot free?

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

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

Paintshot is rated higher. PinOut! averages 4.2 out of 5 from 7.1K ratings, while Paintshot averages 4.9 from 16 ratings.

### Do PinOut! or Paintshot have ads?

Paintshot shows ads; PinOut! does not.

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

PinOut! ships an update every 2 weeks, and Paintshot weekly. Most recently, PinOut! was updated on September 26, 2026 and Paintshot on August 19, 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.*