# BilliardManager vs DrillRoom

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BilliardManager at 88% against DrillRoom's 38%. BilliardManager also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). DrillRoom's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.6 vs 4.2). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BilliardManager sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and DrillRoom sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DrillRoom holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: DrillRoom has 258 ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 88% of BilliardManager's written reviews are positive against 38% of DrillRoom's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

BilliardManager ships an update every 2 weeks, DrillRoom monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BilliardManager | DrillRoom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/billiardmanager/id1298969252/reviews) | **[4.6 (258 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drillroom-ai-pool-trainer/id1539827505/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 31 | **258** |
| Positive reviews | **88.2% of reviews** | 37.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 71 MB | 260 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Phil Merz](https://appshunter.io/developer/666087371) | [OrangeLoops](https://appshunter.io/developer/1150659236) |

## What reviewers say

### BilliardManager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/billiardmanager/id1298969252)

This app helps billiards players track scores, analyze performance, and improve their game through structured training and session analysis. It supports various game formats and offers advanced insights for serious players.

**Highlights:** Digital scoreboard for pool, snooker, carom, Session and match tracking, Performance analysis and trends, Built-in drills and training formats, Opponent and match history management, Pro features for advanced insights

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BilliardManager Pro (1 Month) | $3.99 | per month |
| BilliardManager Pro (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| BilliardManager Club | $149.00 | per year |


### DrillRoom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drillroom-ai-pool-trainer/id1539827505)

This app uses AI and augmented reality to provide real-time feedback and shot tracking for pool players. It offers a variety of drills and allows users to customize their training sessions. Track your progress and improve your game with personalized insights.

**Highlights:** AI-powered training partner, Real-time audio feedback, Shot tracking and progress analysis, Customizable drill editor, Augmented reality training, Over 50 drills and challenges (subscription)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Great concept for practice
- 👍 Fun way to practice
- 📈 Tracks shots and provides analysis
- 🎥 Records videos for review
- 🎯 New insights feature for improvement

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Spotty detection of shots
- 🐛 AI logic needs work
- 🐛 Does not identify wrong pockets
- 🐛 Walking around table causes issues
- 🐛 Other balls break logic

**Reported bugs**

- Detection of pocketed shots is spotty
- AI does not identify balls sent to the wrong pocket
- Walking around the table in front of the camera causes issues
- Other balls break the logic
- App loses all semblance of position and requires restart

**Requested features**

- Add high-level drills
- Work on iPad or computer with webcam
- Voice control options
- Allow users to create own drills
- Load known trainers' drills


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BilliardManager free?

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

### Is DrillRoom free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BilliardManager or DrillRoom?

DrillRoom is rated higher. BilliardManager averages 4.2 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while DrillRoom averages 4.6 from 258 ratings.

### Do BilliardManager or DrillRoom have ads?

BilliardManager shows ads; DrillRoom does not.

### Which is updated more often, BilliardManager or DrillRoom?

BilliardManager ships an update every 2 weeks, and DrillRoom monthly. Most recently, BilliardManager was updated on November 11, 2026 and DrillRoom on November 3, 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.*