Comparison

Pool Payday vs Pool Blitz

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

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About

Pool Payday

Compete in real-time 8-ball pool games for cash prizes. Play head-to-head against others or in tournaments. Withdraw winnings via PayPal or Apple Pay. Offers both real-time and turn-based modes.

Highlights
  • Real-time multiplayer pool games
  • Compete for real cash prizes
  • Withdraw winnings via PayPal/Apple Pay
  • Turn-based and real-time modes
  • Trick shots and expert scoring
  • Customizable tables, cues, and balls
  • Online tournaments and leagues
Features
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Welcome to Pool Payday, the #1 pool game for real cash rewards! Compete 1-on-1 in real-time pool games for fun, for profit, or both! Our real cash prizes are redeemable via PayPal, Apple Pay, and more. Start playing Pool Payday for free! Earning extra scores for higher speed, expert ball positioning, pockets calling, and trick shots. Once you are ready to take it to the next level, play for real money prizes powered by Skillz in our head-to-head competitions, leagues, and tournaments. We are the #1 BEST pool game for competing with friends and winning real money. You have two pool game modes to choose from; real-time or turn-based: • In Real-time pool game mode, you and your real life opponent take turns taking shots and scoring points. Score the most points to pocket a PAYDAY! • Or opt for the Offline mode, where it’s all on your shoulders and no waiting for a turn! Run the table and rack up the highest score you can. Your opponent will do the same. Highest score wins. And YES! It's true... the winner takes home hard, cold, real cash prizes. You can withdraw your winnings through the game at any time through Skillz via PayPal with the press of a button. KEY FEATURES: • Live head-to-head multiplayer • Unlimited play with no energy or life restrictions • Extra scores for speed, ball positioning, and called pockets • Perform trick and bank shots for more points • Play 1v1 against your pool game friends • Compete in games for real cash and prizes • Play in online tournaments • Level up in the leagues for higher real money rewards • Customize your pool experience by selecting your preferred pool tables, cues, and balls Do you have what it takes to go Pro, compete against friends and take home a Payday? Play Pool Payday to win real cash prizes and start for free today! Please Note! Cash tournaments are available in most of the world. Cash tournaments are not enabled in the following states: AZ, AR, CT, DE, IL, IN, LA, ME, MT, SC, SD, and TN. If you don’t live in a prize-enabled region, you can still play Pool Payday for free.

About

Pool Blitz

Experience realistic 8-ball pool with stunning 3D graphics and thrilling multiplayer modes. Challenge friends in 1v1 matches or tournaments, and enjoy fast-paced Blitz Mode. Play seamlessly across devices with cross-play.

Highlights
  • Realistic 3D graphics
  • 8-Ball, 9-Ball, and Blitz Modes
  • Cross-play across devices
  • 1v1 matches and tournaments
  • Customizable cues and balls
  • Portrait mode for one-handed play
Features
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Pool Blitz: Online Multiplayer 8 Ball Pool Games Challenge friends, compete in real-time tournaments, and prove your skills in Pool Blitz – the ultimate pool experience! With ultra-realistic physics, stunning 3D graphics, and thrilling game modes like 8-Ball, 9-Ball, and the fast-paced Blitz Mode, Pool Blitz redefines the pool game experience. Plus, enjoy seamless play across devices with Cross-Play and connect with players worldwide! KEY FEATURES • Breathtaking 3D graphics with immersive real-time gameplay and 2D top down option, play it your way. • Unique portrait mode for one-handed pool action • 8-Ball, 9-Ball, and Blitz Mode for thrilling multiplayer fun • Play with one account using Cross-Play between mobile and console • Challenge friends in 1v1 matches or Epic Tournaments • Customize and upgrade your cues, balls, and avatar masks • In-game chat: Banter with opponents using fun emojis! GAME MODES FOR EVERY POOL FAN 8-Ball Pool Play the most authentic 8-ball pool in 1v1 matches or enter tournaments to dominate the leaderboards. Master your shots, outplay your opponents, and climb to the top. 9-Ball Pool Test your precision and strategy in this fast-paced mode. Pot the balls in numerical order and defeat your opponents with skilful shots. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, 9-Ball offers a unique challenge for everyone. Blitz Mode A high-octane multiplayer pool game! Every ball you pot is sent to your opponent’s table—and theirs to yours! With power-ups like Power Balls in play, your speed and strategy will be pushed to the limit. PLAY WITH FRIENDS & CROSS-PLAY Invite up to 7 friends to compete in Pool Blitz Tournaments. Spectate live matches, cheer (or heckle!) your friends, and prove who’s the best! Thanks to Cross-Play, you can challenge friends across devices, whether they're on mobile or console. REALISTIC POOL PHYSICS & SHOTS Our advanced physics engine delivers ultra-realistic ball movement, allowing you to pull off skill shots and trick shots like a pro. Whether you’re playing 8-Ball, 9-Ball, or Blitz Mode, you’ll feel the authenticity in every shot. TOURNAMENTS & QUICKFIRE MODES Jump into Quickfire Tournaments for fast, real-time competition. Watch live matches, or dive in to compete instantly! Rack up wins and rewards to unlock new cues, balls, and exclusive gear. WHY POOL BLITZ? • Easy-to-use shot system: Enjoy the precision of 3D pool with simple 2D controls. • Collect & upgrade: Unlock a variety of cues and special skills to perfect your shots. • Banter & chat: Use fun emojis to communicate with opponents after each match. • Cross-Play: Seamless multiplayer action across all your devices. Whether you’re aiming for the perfect break, pulling off trick shots, or dominating tournaments, Pool Blitz has something for everyone. Show off your skills, outplay your opponents, and BLITZ the competition! Download Pool Blitz now and start your journey to becoming a Pool Legend! (A network connection is required to play.)

Screenshots

Pool Payday4 screens
Pool Blitz4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Pool Payday at none against Pool Blitz's 10. Pool Payday also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (79% vs 53%). Pool Blitz's advantage is chart position (#200 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and monetization model 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. Pool Blitz sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Pool Payday asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Pool Payday against 4.7 for Pool Blitz. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pool Payday has 94K ratings behind it against 4.5K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Pool Payday's written reviews are positive against 53% of Pool Blitz's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pool Payday ships an update monthly, Pool Blitz every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 6 level
Pool Payday versus Pool Blitz: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPool PaydayPool Blitz
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (94K ratings)4.7 (4.5K ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.8% of reviews — better52.9% of reviews
Number of ratings94K — better4.5K
Update frequencyMonthly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#200 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size225 MB323 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperHidden Pixel Games, LLCCherryPop Games Ltd

Customer experience

Pool Payday

All ratings94,100 ratings
Positive89.0%
Neutral6.5%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews480 reviews
Positive78.8%
Neutral4.0%
Negative17.3%

Pool Blitz

All ratings4,392 ratings
Positive93.4%
Neutral4.9%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews174 reviews
Positive52.9%
Neutral9.8%
Negative37.4%

User reviews

Pool Payday

From 94K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎱 Fun and competitive game
  • 🤑 Potential to win real money
  • 🌐 Realistic pool physics
  • 🔍 Fair matchmaking
  • 🌟 Enjoyable gameplay

Room to improve

  • 💰 High house edge, difficult to profit
  • 🤖 Potential bot/cheating issues
  • 🔒 Withdrawal/payout problems
  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
  • 🔄 Inconsistent app performance

Pool Blitz

From 4.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 💎 Smooth gameplay
  • 🎮 Engaging multiplayer experience
  • 🎨 Impressive graphics
  • 🕹️ Variety of game modes
  • 🔓 No pay-to-win mechanics

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs
  • 🤖 Presence of bots/cheaters
  • 🔒 Account recovery issues
  • 🔍 Lack of visibility on aiming
  • 📺 Intrusive ads

Bugs and requests

Pool Payday

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Cue ball behaving unexpectedly
  • Freezing/crashing during gameplay
  • Inconsistent registration of shots/tricks

Requested features

4 requests
  • Faster refunds for aborted games
  • More transparent payout structure
  • Improved anti-cheat measures
  • Smoother overall app experience

Pool Blitz

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Frequent app crashes
  • Leaderboard/ranking issues
  • Syncing problems when switching devices
  • Reward boxes not working as intended

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add landscape mode for tablets
  • Implement a training/practice mode
  • Introduce a club/tournament system
  • Allow account syncing across devices
  • Improve customer support responsiveness

In-app purchases

None

Pool Payday

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Pool Blitz

One-time10
  • A HANDFUL OF GEMS$0.99
  • Gems Blitz Promotion$0.99
  • Golden Shot Mini Game$1.99
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  • Weekly Tournament Week1 Promo2$1.99
  • A BOX OF GEMS$4.99
  • A BRIEFCASE OF GEMS$9.99
  • Pool Pass$9.99
  • Premium pool pass$13.99
  • ULTIMATIVER BILLARD-PASS$17.99
  • A DUFFLE BAG OF GEMS$19.99

Questions

Is Pool Payday free?
Pool Payday is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Pool Blitz free?
Pool Blitz is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pool Payday or Pool Blitz?
Pool Blitz is rated higher. Pool Payday averages 4.6 out of 5 from 94K ratings, while Pool Blitz averages 4.7 from 4.5K ratings.
Do Pool Payday or Pool Blitz have ads?
Pool Blitz shows ads; Pool Payday does not.
Which is updated more often, Pool Payday or Pool Blitz?
Pool Payday ships an update monthly, and Pool Blitz every 6 weeks. Most recently, Pool Payday was updated on November 7, 2026 and Pool Blitz on November 6, 2026.

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