# BilliardManager vs Billiard Shot Studio

The clearest difference is rating: Billiard Shot Studio at 4.7 against BilliardManager's 4.2. Billiard Shot Studio also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 88%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

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

Billiard Shot Studio holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 31 and 36 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of BilliardManager's written reviews are positive against 100% of Billiard Shot Studio's.

BilliardManager ships an update every 2 weeks, Billiard Shot Studio every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BilliardManager | Billiard Shot Studio |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/billiardmanager/id1298969252/reviews) | **[4.7 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/billiard-shot-studio/id6504303931/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 31 | **36** |
| Positive reviews | 88.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 69 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Phil Merz](https://appshunter.io/developer/666087371) | [Razor Pool](https://appshunter.io/developer/1219867351) |

## What reviewers say

### BilliardManager

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

Track your billiards matches and training sessions with detailed statistics and live score displays. Optimize your game, analyze your progress, and even manage tournaments. Unlock advanced features and ad-free play with Pro.

**Highlights:** Match and training recording, Live digital scoreboard, Detailed performance statistics, Tournament and league compatibility, Advanced game formats (Pro), Professional shot clock (Pro), Opponent and partner management (Pro)

**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 |


### Billiard Shot Studio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/billiard-shot-studio/id6504303931)

Design, simulate, and analyze pool and billiard shots with a powerful engine. Refine your aim, speed, and tip position to discover new strategies and test your skills in various game modes. Save and organize your favorite shots for practice and improvement.

**Highlights:** Pool and billiard shot simulation, Interactive shot design tools, Shot library for organization, Find a Shot cue ball positioning aid, Target Game skill challenges, Real-time aim, speed, and tip adjustment

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Excellent billiards simulator
- 🚀 Highly accurate physics and shot mechanics
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 💡 Valuable tool for instructors and players
- 👍 Helps improve game strategy and positioning


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BilliardManager free?

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

### Is Billiard Shot Studio free?

Billiard Shot Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BilliardManager or Billiard Shot Studio?

Billiard Shot Studio is rated higher. BilliardManager averages 4.2 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while Billiard Shot Studio averages 4.7 from 36 ratings.

### Do BilliardManager or Billiard Shot Studio have ads?

BilliardManager shows ads; Billiard Shot Studio does not.

### Which is updated more often, BilliardManager or Billiard Shot Studio?

BilliardManager ships an update every 2 weeks, and Billiard Shot Studio every 3 weeks. Most recently, BilliardManager was updated on October 24, 2026 and Billiard Shot Studio on October 22, 2026.

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