# 4th and Goal vs Throw Master!

The clearest difference is review sentiment: 4th and Goal at 68% against Throw Master!'s 17%. 4th and Goal also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1). Throw Master!'s advantage is rating (4.4 vs 3.9) and update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 months). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Throw Master! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 4th and Goal asks for nothing beyond the download.

Throw Master! holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 303 and 290 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of 4th and Goal's written reviews are positive against 17% of Throw Master!'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

4th and Goal ships an update every 2 months, Throw Master! every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 4th and Goal | Throw Master! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (303 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4th-and-goal/id1238382341/reviews) | **[4.4 (290 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/throw-master/id1547388618/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **303** | 290 |
| Positive reviews | **67.7% of reviews** | 16.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 511 MB | 91 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Glowmonkey](https://appshunter.io/developer/594750442) | [AppTout](https://appshunter.io/developer/650869462) |

## What reviewers say

### 4th and Goal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/4th-and-goal/id1238382341)

Experience a realistic football simulation with plays from real playbooks. Compete in championship games or playoff tournaments, customize your team, and execute strategic plays on offense and defense. Dominate the field and lead your team to victory in this engaging mobile sports game.

**Highlights:** Realistic football simulation, Plays from high school, college, and pro playbooks, Championship and Playoff Tournament modes, Team customization (colors, numbers), Defensive strategy (fumbles, interceptions), Touchdown celebrations

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎮 Good customization options for teams and players
- 📱 Works offline without internet requirement
- 🚀 Fast to download and install
- 🎯 Simple and easy-to-learn controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⚠️ Game is too easy, lacks challenge
- 🐛 Frequent crashes after scoring touchdowns
- 🎮 Passing mechanics are unrealistic and difficult
- 🛡️ Defense AI is too weak and ineffective
- 📊 No in-game scoreboard visibility

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes after scoring touchdowns
- Game crashes during extra point attempts
- Game crashes during field goal kicks
- Movement controls unresponsive in certain areas
- Kickoff return safety/touchback miscalculation

**Requested features**

- In-game scoreboard display
- Field goal and punt options
- Quarter system (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th)
- Custom jersey creation instead of NFL team jerseys
- Player name customization on jerseys


### Throw Master!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/throw-master/id1547388618)

Experience thrilling 3D football gameplay where you pass to teammates and run towards the finish line. Master precise throws and agile movements to become the ultimate champion.

**Highlights:** 3D football gameplay, Pass to teammates, Run to the finish line, Hold and drag to run, Release to throw, Finger ball control

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 4th and Goal free?

4th and Goal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Throw Master! free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 4th and Goal or Throw Master!?

Throw Master! is rated higher. 4th and Goal averages 3.9 out of 5 from 303 ratings, while Throw Master! averages 4.4 from 290 ratings.

### Do 4th and Goal or Throw Master! have ads?

Both 4th and Goal and Throw Master! show ads.

### Which is updated more often, 4th and Goal or Throw Master!?

4th and Goal ships an update every 2 months, and Throw Master! every 2 days. Most recently, 4th and Goal was updated on September 23, 2026 and Throw Master! on September 20, 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.*