Comparison

Cards +1 vs Ballpins

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

Head to head
About

Cards +1

Tap cards to increase their value and create combinations. Strategically use special cards to extend your gameplay and achieve higher scores. This free puzzle game offers simple mechanics with surprising depth.

Highlights
  • Tap cards to increase value
  • Create card combinations
  • Strategic gameplay
  • Special cards with unique effects
  • Score-based progression
  • Completely free
Features
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To create card combinations, you must increase the value of the cards of your choice. Rapping on a card increases its value by 1. But you only have 4 points to spend, it's up to you! The game ends if you have failed to make a combination. With the combinations you make, you increase your score and restore your action points. The longer and higher the value card chains, the more points you earn. The principle seems simple to you? It is ! But be careful, the game is much more strategic and deep than it seems. Moreover, many special cards, with very different effects, help you to survive as long as possible. Only if you use them correctly of course... It's your turn to play! What score will you be able to achieve? - Completely free - No ads - No in-app purchases - Easy to understand, difficult to master - Special cards with stunning effects - English and French

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

Cards +14 screens
Ballpins4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Cards +1 at 100% against Ballpins's 0%. Cards +1 also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.0). Ballpins's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.2). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases 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

Ballpins holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of Cards +1's written reviews are positive against 0% of Ballpins's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Cards +1 versus Ballpins: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCards +1Ballpins
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings5 — better2
Update frequency—Every 2 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB121 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChristophe CoyardShahar Galukman

Customer experience

Cards +1

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews5 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Ballpins

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

In-app purchases

None

Cards +1

No in-app purchases

None

Ballpins

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Cards +1 free?
Cards +1 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, Cards +1 or Ballpins?
Ballpins is rated higher. Cards +1 averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Ballpins averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Cards +1 or Ballpins have ads?
Neither Cards +1 nor Ballpins shows ads.

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