# Pool Stars vs Pool Master

The clearest difference is rating: Pool Master at 4.5 against Pool Stars's 3.0. Pool Master also leads on review sentiment (66% vs 25%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 95 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pool Stars sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Pool Master sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pool Master holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pool Master has 939 ratings behind it against 94, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Pool Stars's written reviews are positive against 66% of Pool Master's.

Pool Stars ships an update every 95 months, Pool Master every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pool Stars | Pool Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (94 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pool-stars/id1389805218/reviews) | **[4.5 (939 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pool-master-pool-billiards/id1455451541/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 94 | **939** |
| Positive reviews | 25.0% of reviews | **66.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 95 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 188 MB | 251 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Giraffe Games Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/796638100) | [SOLO X](https://appshunter.io/developer/1463749290) |

## What reviewers say

### Pool Stars

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pool-stars/id1389805218)

Experience realistic 3D pool with single-player career modes and online multiplayer. Improve your skills with 3D and 2D perspectives, challenge friends, and create your own games. Compete on leaderboards and explore various tables and locations.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D pool simulation, Single player career mode, Online multiplayer with friends, 2D pool game mode, Create custom challenges, Weekly leaderboards

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 500 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 40 Cash | $1.99 | one-time |
| 2 000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Infinite Training | $7.99 | one-time |
| 350 Cash | $8.99 | one-time |
| 5 500 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 15 000 Coins | $17.99 | one-time |
| 800 Cash | $17.99 | one-time |
| 65 000 Coins | $35.99 | one-time |
| 1 800 Cash | $35.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good graphics
- 👍 Realistic physics
- 👍 Good gameplay
- 👍 Best graphics ever seen
- 👍 Great mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 💸 Pay to win
- ⏳ Long waiting times
- 😠 Unfair matchmaking
- 👎 Bad interface

**Reported bugs**

- Can’t play online multiplayer
- Doesn’t connect to other people
- Leader board is empty
- Game freezes
- Screen goes black

**Requested features**

- Add creation of clubs
- Add Russian language
- Add music option
- Add tournaments
- Add leaderboards


### Pool Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pool-master-pool-billiards/id1455451541)

Engage in classic 8-ball pool matches against other players or challenge yourself in single-player modes. Master your shots with realistic physics and smooth controls, aiming to pocket all balls within the given constraints.

**Highlights:** 1-VS-1 Online mode, Offline Single mode, Realistic 3D ball animation, Smooth controls, Customizable pool cues, Daily rewards

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Spin Reward | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gift Box | $0.99 | one-time |
| GET 10000 COINS PACK | $1.99 | one-time |
| GET 10 CASH | $1.99 | one-time |
| GET 26000 COINS PACK | $4.99 | one-time |
| GET 25 CASH | $4.99 | one-time |
| GET 56000 COINS PACK | $9.99 | one-time |
| GET 55 CASH | $9.99 | one-time |
| GET 128000 COINS PACK | $19.99 | one-time |
| GET 125 CASH | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Realistic gameplay
- 🎮 Enjoyable and entertaining
- 🕹️ Fun and challenging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues (WiFi/offline)
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Issues with earning/receiving coins

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing/crashing
- Incorrect coin/prize tracking
- Inconsistent challenge progression

**Requested features**

- Practice mode
- Social tournaments
- Improved cue/English control


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pool Stars free?

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

### Is Pool Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pool Stars or Pool Master?

Pool Master is rated higher. Pool Stars averages 3.0 out of 5 from 94 ratings, while Pool Master averages 4.5 from 939 ratings.

### Do Pool Stars or Pool Master have ads?

Neither Pool Stars nor Pool Master shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pool Stars or Pool Master?

Pool Stars ships an update every 95 months, and Pool Master every 3 weeks. Most recently, Pool Stars was updated on October 24, 2026 and Pool Master on October 24, 2026.

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