# Pool Strike vs Ultimate 8 Ball Pool

The clearest difference is rating: Ultimate 8 Ball Pool at 4.6 against Pool Strike's 2.6. Ultimate 8 Ball Pool also leads on ratings volume (7.9K vs 7) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 2 months). Pool Strike's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (84% vs 57%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pool Strike sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Ultimate 8 Ball Pool sells 20 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Ultimate 8 Ball Pool holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Ultimate 8 Ball Pool has 7.9K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 84% of Pool Strike's written reviews are positive against 57% of Ultimate 8 Ball Pool's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Pool Strike ships an update every 2 months, Ultimate 8 Ball Pool every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on June 9, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pool Strike | Ultimate 8 Ball Pool |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pool-strike/id1150929144/reviews) | **[4.6 (7.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultimate-8-ball-pool/id1589311166/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **7.9K** |
| Positive reviews | **84.4% of reviews** | 57.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#99** |
| Size | 51 MB | 539 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Funiza](https://appshunter.io/developer/1078093806) | [HypGames, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1196525859) |

## What reviewers say

### Pool Strike

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pool-strike/id1150929144)

Experience a virtual 8 ball pool game with classic and unique multiplayer modes. Challenge players worldwide in exciting matches, compete for top scores, and enjoy social interactions with friends. Earn rewards and climb the leaderboards in this engaging billiards experience.

**Highlights:** 4 player competition, Classic 8 ball pool, Online multiplayer, Strike Bonus, Lobby and chat, Top lists, Cue upgrades

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50.000 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Cue Charge | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 250.000 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Cue Charge | $2.99 | one-time |
| 750.000 Coins | $5.99 | one-time |
| Special Cue Charge | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2 Million Coins | $10.99 | one-time |
| 5 Million Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special Cue Charge | $19.99 | one-time |


### Ultimate 8 Ball Pool

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ultimate-8-ball-pool/id1589311166)

**Currently charting:** #99 Top Grossing · Sports (US App Store)

Experience realistic 8 Ball Pool with stunning 3D graphics and accurate physics. Compete against players worldwide in head-to-head matches, tournaments, or solo challenges. Customize your gear and master trick shots for an authentic billiards experience.

**Highlights:** Full 3D graphics with zoom, Multiplayer head-to-head battles, Daily tournament challenges, Pool Royale mode, Realistic physics engine, Trickshot challenges, Collectible gear and tables

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Energy Bonus Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 75 Cash | $0.99 | one-time |
| Energy Value Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Point Boost Refill | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Shot Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Point Boost Refill | $2.99 | one-time |
| Energy Premium Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Energy Bonus Plus Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 500 Cash | $4.99 | one-time |
| Recovery Pack - Medium | $4.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Mega Sale | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pack of 1,250 Cash | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Energy Ultimate Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Bonus Plus Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Pass Bundle | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Great and variety of formats
- 🔥 Awesome game
- 🤩 Best game
- 👍 Cool way to enjoy pool
- 🔍 Realistic gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Many bots and fake players
- 💰 Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🕰️ Rushed gameplay and short timer
- 🤑 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🐛 Bugs, glitches, and technical issues

**Reported bugs**

- Accounts randomly deleted or lost
- Inability to log in or access account
- Freezing or crashing during tournaments
- Incorrect tournament leaderboard results
- Inability to break or make shots consistently

**Requested features**

- Add 9-ball mode
- Improve customer support response
- Implement a solo practice mode
- Allow opening multiple cases at once
- Add a plain cue ball-only mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pool Strike free?

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

### Is Ultimate 8 Ball Pool free?

Ultimate 8 Ball Pool is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pool Strike or Ultimate 8 Ball Pool?

Ultimate 8 Ball Pool is rated higher. Pool Strike averages 2.6 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Ultimate 8 Ball Pool averages 4.6 from 7.9K ratings.

### Do Pool Strike or Ultimate 8 Ball Pool have ads?

Ultimate 8 Ball Pool shows ads; Pool Strike does not.

### Which is updated more often, Pool Strike or Ultimate 8 Ball Pool?

Pool Strike ships an update every 2 months, and Ultimate 8 Ball Pool every 10 days. Most recently, Pool Strike was updated on June 9, 2026 and Ultimate 8 Ball Pool on September 24, 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.*