# BilliardManager vs RackUp

The clearest difference is rating: RackUp at 5.0 against BilliardManager's 4.2. RackUp also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). On price, ratings volume, 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 RackUp sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RackUp holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 31 and 12 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 88% of BilliardManager's written reviews are positive against 100% of RackUp's.

BilliardManager ships an update every 2 weeks, RackUp weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BilliardManager | RackUp |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/billiardmanager/id1298969252/reviews) | **[5.0 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rackup-pool-scorekeeper/id6761141535/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **31** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | 88.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 69 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Phil Merz](https://appshunter.io/developer/666087371) | [Michael Chittick](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887989811) |

## 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 |


### RackUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rackup-pool-scorekeeper/id6761141535)

This app helps you run fair and competitive billiards matches by automatically calculating handicaps based on player skill levels. It supports various game formats and tracks detailed match statistics for practice or casual play.

**Highlights:** Automatic handicap calculation, Supports 9-Ball, 8-Ball, 10-Ball, Straight Pool, One-Pocket, APA handicap tables integrated, Tracks innings, defensive shots, and dead balls, Player profiles and match history (Pro), Live match tracking

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| English US | $3.99 | per month |
| RackUp Pro - Annual | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BilliardManager free?

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

### Is RackUp free?

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

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

RackUp is rated higher. BilliardManager averages 4.2 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while RackUp averages 5.0 from 12 ratings.

### Do BilliardManager or RackUp have ads?

BilliardManager shows ads; RackUp does not.

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

BilliardManager ships an update every 2 weeks, and RackUp weekly. Most recently, BilliardManager was updated on October 24, 2026 and RackUp on October 24, 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.*