# ThinkingBaseball vs Odyssey XR

The clearest difference is rating: ThinkingBaseball at 4.7 against Odyssey XR's 3.1. ThinkingBaseball also leads on ratings volume (7.1K vs 61) and review sentiment (65% vs 41%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ThinkingBaseball sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Odyssey XR sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ThinkingBaseball holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ThinkingBaseball has 7.1K ratings behind it against 61, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 65% of ThinkingBaseball's written reviews are positive against 41% of Odyssey XR's.

ThinkingBaseball ships an update every 6 weeks, Odyssey XR every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ThinkingBaseball | Odyssey XR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (7.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkingbaseball/id1221028028/reviews)** | [3.1 (61 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/odyssey-xr/id6476524894/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.1K** | 61 |
| Positive reviews | **65.1% of reviews** | 40.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 165 MB | 555 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Thinking Baseball](https://appshunter.io/developer/1221028027) | [Abacus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1486425022) |

## What reviewers say

### ThinkingBaseball

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/thinkingbaseball/id1221028028)

Experience baseball like never before with interactive play-by-play scenarios. Hear legendary commentary and make strategic decisions to improve your game knowledge. This multi-sensory app offers thousands of situational questions for a unique learning experience.

**Highlights:** Interactive play-by-play scenarios, Legendary announcer commentary, Multi-sensory learning (see, hear, touch), Thousands of situational questions, Develop game knowledge, Free account with limited access

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

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Player | $4.99 | per month |
| Coach | $7.99 | per month |
| Parent | $11.99 | per month |
| Player Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Coach | $24.99 | per year |
| Parent | $42.99 | per year |
| Coach + 10 Players | $53.99 | per month |
| Coach + 12 Players | $60.99 | per month |
| Coach + 1 Asst + 12 Players | $68.99 | per month |
| Coach + 2 Asst + 12 Players | $75.99 | per month |
| Team: Coach + 10 | $209.99 | per year |
| Coach + 12 Players | $239.99 | per year |
| Team: 2 Coaches + 12 | $264.99 | per year |
| Team: 3 Coaches + 10 | $264.99 | per year |
| Team: 3 Coaches + 12 | $284.99 | per year |
| Coach + 20 Players | $349.99 | per year |
| Team: 3 Coaches + 20 | $404.99 | per year |
| Coach + 25 Players | $449.99 | per year |
| Coach + 35 Players | $599.99 | per year |
| Team: 3 Coaches + 35 | $659.99 | per year |
| Coach + 40 Players | $699.99 | per year |
| Team: 3 Coaches + 40 | $749.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Helps improve baseball knowledge
- 🎮 Fun and engaging learning experience
- 👍 Easy to use and user-friendly
- 🏫 Great for players of all levels
- 🏆 Improves baseball IQ

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy at times
- 🤔 Incorrect answers or limited options
- 🤷‍♂️ Confusing or unclear instructions
- 💰 Subscription cost is high
- 🔍 Difficult to find/select correct play options

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes frequently
- Inability to select correct play options
- Inconsistent or inaccurate feedback on answers
- Team management features not working as expected
- Syncing issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Add more advanced scenarios and options
- Improve responsiveness when selecting plays
- Provide more detailed explanations for incorrect answers
- Implement a desktop version for easier use
- Add a referral program or lifetime subscription option


### Odyssey XR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/odyssey-xr/id6476524894)

Explore educational virtual reality worlds filled with science, art, and technology. Choose from various themed packs to embark on immersive learning adventures and discover new wonders.

**Highlights:** Immersive virtual reality learning, Science, art, and technology exploration, Themed educational packs, Virtual Reality Animals pack, Virtual Reality Dinosaurs pack, Virtual Reality History pack, Virtual Reality Human Body pack

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock all packs | $19.99 | per year |
| Virtual Reality WORLD ART! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality EXTINCTION! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality HISTORY! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality DINOSAURS! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality OCEANS! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality ANIMALS! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality HUMAN BODY! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality Transport! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality WORLD ATLAS! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality GALAXY! | $9.99 | one-time |
| Virtual Reality ESPN! | $9.99 | one-time |
| National Geographic Bundle Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| DK Bundle Pack | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ThinkingBaseball free?

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

### Is Odyssey XR free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ThinkingBaseball or Odyssey XR?

ThinkingBaseball is rated higher. ThinkingBaseball averages 4.7 out of 5 from 7.1K ratings, while Odyssey XR averages 3.1 from 61 ratings.

### Do ThinkingBaseball or Odyssey XR have ads?

Neither ThinkingBaseball nor Odyssey XR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ThinkingBaseball or Odyssey XR?

ThinkingBaseball ships an update every 6 weeks, and Odyssey XR every 2 months. Most recently, ThinkingBaseball was updated on October 19, 2026 and Odyssey XR on October 20, 2026.

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