# PinOut! vs Candy Train Classic

The clearest difference is rating: Candy Train Classic at 5.0 against PinOut!'s 4.2. Candy Train Classic also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (100% vs 67%). PinOut!'s advantage is ratings volume (7.1K vs 3). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PinOut! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Candy Train Classic asks for nothing beyond the download.

Candy Train Classic holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PinOut! has 7.1K ratings behind it against 3, 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 100% of Candy Train Classic's.

PinOut! ships an update every 2 weeks, Candy Train Classic weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PinOut! | Candy Train Classic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (7.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinout/id1108417718/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candy-train-classic/id6587559761/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **7.1K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 67.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 81 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mediocre AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/431845724) | [Kyle Sylvestre](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759916999) |

## 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


### Candy Train Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/candy-train-classic/id6587559761)

Guide a candy train by rotating tiles to pick up cars and deliver them to the station. Avoid crashing the train to complete each level. This puzzle game offers a simple yet engaging challenge.

**Highlights:** Tile rotation gameplay, Pick up candy cars, Deliver train to station, Avoid train crashes, Simple puzzle mechanics

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PinOut! free?

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

### Is Candy Train Classic free?

Candy Train Classic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PinOut! or Candy Train Classic?

Candy Train Classic is rated higher. PinOut! averages 4.2 out of 5 from 7.1K ratings, while Candy Train Classic averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do PinOut! or Candy Train Classic have ads?

Neither PinOut! nor Candy Train Classic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PinOut! or Candy Train Classic?

PinOut! ships an update every 2 weeks, and Candy Train Classic weekly. Most recently, PinOut! was updated on September 28, 2026 and Candy Train Classic on September 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.*