Comparison

Hexballs vs Ballpins

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Hexballs

Match same-colored balls on a hexagonal board to clear them as new ones descend. Compete for high scores in timed or move-based challenges. Enjoy simple controls and a visually engaging experience.

Highlights
  • Hexagonal board matching
  • Timed game mode
  • Move-based game mode
  • High score leaderboards
  • Simple one-finger controls
Features
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Match balls of the same color to clear them from the hex board as new balls fall in. Clear as many balls as you can! Features: • Two different game modes - timed based and move based. • Simple one finger controls • Compete against your friends and the rest of the world on the high score leaderboards • Lots of hexagons

About

Ballpins

Experience a Zen-inspired Plinko game that blends relaxing visuals with thrilling unpredictability. Watch balls cascade, activate power-ups, and build your score in this tranquil yet captivating experience.

Highlights
  • Zen Mode with soothing visuals and sounds
  • Roguelike elements for strategic choices
  • Offline play for anytime, anywhere access
  • Relaxing atmosphere to unwind
  • Lucky Day for thrilling chance-based gameplay
Features
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Welcome to Ballpins, the ultimate Zen-inspired Plinko game that promises a relaxing yet thrilling experience for all gamers. Immerse yourself in a world where each drop is a step towards serenity, blending the unpredictability of a roguelike game with the tranquility of a Zen garden. Ballpins is your perfect companion for a peaceful evening. With its simple yet captivating mechanics, you can watch the balls cascade down, bouncing off pins and activating power-ups, all while building an impressive score multiplier. Key Features: - Zen Mode: Enter a state of calm as you watch the balls glide smoothly across the screen, accompanied by soothing sounds and visuals. - Roguelike Elements: Set your path by choices and strategy. - Offline Accessibility: Play anytime, anywhere, without the need for an internet connection. Perfect for those moments when you need a break from the world. - Relaxing Atmosphere: Designed to help you unwind, the game's aesthetics and soundscapes offer a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. - Lucky Day: Feel the thrill of chance as you aim for the perfect drop, with each game offering the potential for a new high score or a rare power-up. Join the ranks of satisfied players who have found their Zen in the chaotic beauty of Ballpins. It's not just a game; it's a journey to tranquility.

Screenshots

Hexballs4 screens
Ballpins4 screens

Verdict

The call

Hexballs and Ballpins both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of Hexballs's written reviews are positive against 0% of Ballpins's. Hexballs also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). Ballpins's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Hexballs against 5.0 for Ballpins. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of Hexballs's written reviews are positive against 0% of Ballpins's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hexballs ships an update daily, Ballpins every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Hexballs versus Ballpins: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHexballsBallpins
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings4 — better2
Update frequencyDaily — betterEvery 2 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB121 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPatrick WatkinsShahar Galukman

Customer experience

Hexballs

All ratings4 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Ballpins

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

None

Hexballs

No in-app purchases

None

Ballpins

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hexballs free?
Hexballs is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Ballpins free?
Ballpins is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Hexballs or Ballpins?
Hexballs and Ballpins are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 2 ratings respectively.
Do Hexballs or Ballpins have ads?
Hexballs shows ads; Ballpins does not.
Which is updated more often, Hexballs or Ballpins?
Hexballs ships an update daily, and Ballpins every 2 days. Most recently, Hexballs was updated on October 29, 2026 and Ballpins on October 22, 2026.

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