Comparison

Alphaputt vs subpar pool

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Alphaputt

Experience a unique blend of typography and mini-golf. Navigate through alphabet-themed courses, create your own wordy challenges, and compete with friends. Beware of unexpected obstacles like UFOs and vacuum cleaners.

Highlights
  • Alphabet-themed mini-golf courses
  • Create custom word courses
  • Multiplayer mode (1-4 players)
  • 30 unique levels
  • Randomly generated courses
  • Par-fection challenge
Features
Currently charting
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Alphaputt is that beautiful place where typography meets crazy golf. Putt your way through the alphabet, complete your own wordy courses and challenge your friends. Just watch out for the UFOs. And the vacuum cleaners. Features: ● Multiplayer (1-4 players) ● 30 levels, infinite courses ● Different game modes Alphaputt is our typographic take on the classic mini-golf course. Up to 4 players can play on the same device. There are 30 beautifully designed levels, one for each letter of the alphabet – from A for Airport to Z for Zen Garden. Each has its own soundscape and unique theme which brings its own gameplay challenges. The intuitive shot system and minimal controls make sure the letters are the true protagonists of the scene. Players can move around them to get the best angle, set direction and adjust power. Players can create personalised courses by typing in the words they want to play or tackle randomly generated ones. Individuals can also take the par-fection challenge by attempting to complete the entire alphabet under par. There are virtually endless combinations and challenges that can be set, making Alphaputt a game you will want to play again and again.

About

subpar pool

Engage in a unique pocket billiards experience across procedurally generated levels. Strategize your shots, adapt to unpredictable physics, and customize challenges with a deck of cards for endless replayability. Immerse yourself in a vibrant world with a charming art style and a relaxing soundtrack.

Highlights
  • Procedurally generated levels
  • Card-based challenge customization
  • Four distinct worlds
  • Thousands of gameplay combinations
  • Bite-sized play sessions
  • One-handed play
Features
Currently charting
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Dive into each procedurally generated level, consisting of a series of tables filled with balls you must pocket within a set number of shots. Escape into the fantastically vibrant world, while strategizing the best plan to pocket your balls. Watch your plan inevitably combust as you adapt your next move to skillfully take home the win. Progress in the game and create your course choosing cards from a deck to tailor the challenges to your desired game experience and playstyle. Want to feel stressed to the max? Take part in the Fast Run, which limits the time you have to aim. Want a level with portals? Subpar Pool has you covered. Or want to see what happens when you play Subpar Pool with glass balls as they roll and collide? There’s thousands of ways to combine the dynamic cards to create a unique playthrough experience, every time. Immerse yourself in the charming, lively world of Subpar Pool while you find out if you can master the unpredictability of ever-changing balls colliding in this satisfying and mesmerizing mashup experience. Features: • Four different worlds, each with its own set of constraints and challenges • Procedurally generated tables and 18 different cards with more than 14,000 ways to combine for an always fresh gameplay experience • A compact game experience designed for bite-sized play sessions (or longer if you prefer!) • A stunning, vibrant french-inspired art style that transports you into the enchanting world • Plays comfortably with one hand • A soothing, mini-golf funk soundtrack to get you in the spirited mood • Created by grapefrukt games, the dev behind beloved and acclaimed games holedown, twofold inc & rymdkapsel

Screenshots

Alphaputt4 screens
subpar pool4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Alphaputt at free against subpar pool's paid. Alphaputt also leads on ratings volume (262 vs 39). subpar pool's advantage is rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and review sentiment (78% vs 61%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and chart position there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Alphaputt costs $4.99 and subpar pool $4.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

subpar pool holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Alphaputt has 262 ratings behind it against 39, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 61% of Alphaputt's written reviews are positive against 78% of subpar pool's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Alphaputt ships an update every 3 weeks, subpar pool every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Alphaputt versus subpar pool: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAlphaputtsubpar pool
Price$4.99$4.99
Rating4.1 (262 ratings)4.6 (39 ratings) — better
Positive reviews60.7% of reviews78.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings262 — better39
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
Best chart rank#167#87 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better11.0
Further details — not scored
Size545 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSennepwebbfarbror AB

Customer experience

Alphaputt

All ratings262 ratings
Positive74.0%
Neutral9.5%
Negative16.4%
Written reviews272 reviews
Positive60.7%
Neutral10.7%
Negative28.7%

subpar pool

All ratings39 ratings
Positive87.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative5.1%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive78.3%
Neutral8.7%
Negative13.0%

Bugs and requests

Alphaputt

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Crashes on launch for some users
  • Scorecard issues when trying to resume a game

Requested features

5 requests
  • More levels and variations for each letter
  • Online/remote multiplayer mode
  • Ability to create custom levels
  • Option to disable music/sound effects
  • Difficulty settings or accessibility options

subpar pool

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Alphaputt

No in-app purchases

None

subpar pool

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Alphaputt free?
Alphaputt costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is subpar pool free?
subpar pool costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Alphaputt or subpar pool?
subpar pool is rated higher. Alphaputt averages 4.1 out of 5 from 262 ratings, while subpar pool averages 4.6 from 39 ratings.
Do Alphaputt or subpar pool have ads?
Neither Alphaputt nor subpar pool shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Alphaputt or subpar pool?
Alphaputt ships an update every 3 weeks, and subpar pool every 2 weeks. Most recently, Alphaputt was updated on October 14, 2026 and subpar pool on October 12, 2026.
Which is more popular, Alphaputt or subpar pool?
Alphaputt currently peaks at #167 in the App Store charts, and subpar pool at #87. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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