# Opp Ball vs Brick Stacks

Opp Ball and Brick Stacks both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 96% of Brick Stacks's written reviews are positive against 9% of Opp Ball's. Brick Stacks also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Opp Ball's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and ratings volume (1.3K vs 309). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Opp Ball sells 8 one-off in-app purchases and Brick Stacks sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Brick Stacks holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.3K and 309 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 9% of Opp Ball's written reviews are positive against 96% of Brick Stacks's.

Opp Ball ships an update every 8 days, Brick Stacks every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Opp Ball | Brick Stacks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opp-ball-physics-puzzle/id1463532329/reviews) | **[4.8 (309 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brick-stacks/id6483304180/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.3K** | 309 |
| Positive reviews | 9.2% of reviews | **95.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 217 MB | 466 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Shanghai Sanzhan Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479025549) | [Backpack Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1516613435) |

## What reviewers say

### Opp Ball

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opp-ball-physics-puzzle/id1463532329)

Test your aim and timing by shooting balls into a bucket. Master the perfect shot to score points and advance.

**Highlights:** Aim and shoot balls, Score points, Bucket target, Timing challenges

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| STARTER PACK | $1.99 | one-time |
| 1,000 Game Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5,000 Game Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $9.99 | one-time |
| 10,000 Game Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| 25,000 Game Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 50,000 Game Coins | $54.99 | one-time |
| 100,000 Game Coins | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Fun and entertaining game
- 👍 Satisfying gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Excessive ads
- 🙄 Ad frequency disrupts gameplay
- 🚫 Racist content in event levels

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to 3-star level 65
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Option to remove ads
- More challenging levels


### Brick Stacks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brick-stacks/id6483304180)

Merge blocks of the same type to evolve them into higher values. Achieve specific block combinations within limited moves to win. Strategize your matches and merges before time runs out.

**Highlights:** Merge blocks of the same type, Evolve blocks to higher values, Achieve specific block combinations, Limited moves per level, Time-sensitive gameplay, Strategic matching and merging

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Brick Stacks - Special Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 250 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1250 Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $7.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Bundle | $11.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Coins | $14.99 | one-time |
| Master Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ultra Pack | $19.99 | one-time |
| 6250 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| Ultimate Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| Legendary Pack | $29.99 | one-time |
| 25000 Coins | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Unique and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Smooth and seamless controls
- 🚀 Quick and satisfying matches
- 💡 Refreshing blend of strategy and fun
- 👍 Beautifully designed levels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Opp Ball free?

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

### Is Brick Stacks free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Opp Ball or Brick Stacks?

Brick Stacks is rated higher. Opp Ball averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.3K ratings, while Brick Stacks averages 4.8 from 309 ratings.

### Do Opp Ball or Brick Stacks have ads?

Both Opp Ball and Brick Stacks show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Opp Ball or Brick Stacks?

Opp Ball ships an update every 8 days, and Brick Stacks every 2 weeks. Most recently, Opp Ball was updated on October 23, 2026 and Brick Stacks on October 23, 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.*