Comparison

Hammer throw Project vs Pinball

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

Head to head
About

Hammer throw Project

Hurl a hammer to achieve maximum distance and earn coins. Use your earnings to upgrade characters and hammers, unlocking new possibilities for flight and rewards. Enjoy a simple yet engaging experience focused on distance and progression.

Highlights
  • Long-distance hammer throwing
  • Coin collection system
  • Character upgrades
  • Hammer customization
  • Progressive gameplay
Features
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Throw the hammer as far as you can! The more you fly, the more coins you get! Invest in various things such as characters and hammers with coins!

About

Pinball

Experience classic arcade pinball with hundreds of unique levels and exciting new mechanics. Aim for high scores, use boosters to overcome challenges, and customize your tables and balls. Enjoy immersive sound and haptic feedback for a realistic feel.

Highlights
  • Hundreds of uniquely designed playfields
  • Score-based level progression
  • Classic pinball mechanisms
  • Unlockable boosters
  • Table and ball customization
  • Bonus levels for extra rewards
  • Immersive sound and haptic effects
Features
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► CLASSIC ARCADE ENTERTAINMENT Looking for some old school arcade fun on your device? Go back to where it all began with the true great grandaddy of all arcade games – pinball! Download Pinball – Smash Arcade now and get ready to flip your way through hundreds of uniquely designed playfields with a whole host of exciting and original game mechanics that bring the classic arcade experience to life right on your device. ► ON YOUR MARKS, GET SET, FLIP! • Flip out: Pinball – Smash Arcade offers hundreds of levels, each with its own individually designed playfield, that will keep you playing all the angles and constantly adjusting your tactics to dodge and weave through an increasingly complicated set of obstacles and barriers. • A numbers game: To complete one level and unlock the next, you’ll need to break open the padlock at the top of the game by raising the score on your ball to the same number that’s on the lock. Build up the biggest score you can on your ball by bouncing it off bumpers and kickers, then slam it into the target to lower the number to zero – bullseye, you’re on to the next level. • Endless variations: In Pinball, you’ll find levels that feature just about every mechanism that’s ever graced a pinball table, including slingshots, gates, switches, portals, and a whole lot more that ensures an action-packed game every time you play. • Turn the tables: If you’re stuck on a really tricky level, there’s a range of different boosters you can use to help you reach the target, including triple balls, a points doubler, and many more. Unlock new boosters as you progress through levels for even more exciting gameplay on the tables. • Crystal clear: Pick up crystals from the table as you play and use them not only to buy in-level boosters, but also to visit the shop where you can personalize the pinball table and balls, with a range of different designs to unlock. • A great side gig! As well as regular classic tables, you can also stock up on larger numbers of crystals by playing crazy bonus levels where the rewards are great and the gameplay’s particularly wild. • Haptastic: Carefully designed sound and haptic effects give your device the feel of a real pinball table, making the playing experience of this classic arcade game even more immersive. ► GREAT BALLS OF FIRE! Looking for some old-school arcade fun on your device? Ready to demonstrate your absolute pinball wizardry? Burn up the tables in this fun and fast-moving pinball simulator that boasts a huge range of classic and original features that bring the legendary arcade entertainment to vibrant life. Privacy Policy: https://say.games/privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://say.games/terms-of-use

Screenshots

Hammer throw Project4 screens
Pinball4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Pinball at 23K against Hammer throw Project's 13. Hammer throw Project's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 15.0). On price, rating, review sentiment 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. Hammer throw Project sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Pinball sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hammer throw Project holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pinball has 23K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Hammer throw Project's written reviews are positive against 25% of Pinball's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 11, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Hammer throw Project versus Pinball: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHammer throw ProjectPinball
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (13 ratings) — better4.7 (23K ratings)
Positive reviews26.9% of reviews — better25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1323K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 2 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS11.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size154 MB715 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBasement Apps, Inc.SayGames LTD

Customer experience

Hammer throw Project

All ratings13 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral7.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews52 reviews
Positive26.9%
Neutral9.6%
Negative63.5%

Pinball

All ratings23,155 ratings
Positive91.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews408 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral13.7%
Negative61.3%

Bugs and requests

Hammer throw Project

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Pinball

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Ball gets stuck in certain levels
  • Levels repeat instead of progressing

Requested features

3 requests
  • Option to pay for ad-free version
  • Ability to reset ball when stuck
  • More varied level designs

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Hammer throw Project

One-time4
  • 100 diamonds$0.99
  • Delete Advertisement$2.99
  • 700 diamonds$4.99
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  • 2000 diamonds$9.99
1 purchases

Pinball

One-time1
  • Starter Pack$4.99

Questions

Is Hammer throw Project free?
Hammer throw Project is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pinball free?
Pinball is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hammer throw Project or Pinball?
Hammer throw Project is rated higher. Hammer throw Project averages 4.8 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Pinball averages 4.7 from 23K ratings.
Do Hammer throw Project or Pinball have ads?
Both Hammer throw Project and Pinball show ads.
Which is updated more often, Hammer throw Project or Pinball?
Hammer throw Project ships an update every 2 months, and Pinball every 2 months. Most recently, Hammer throw Project was updated on November 11, 2026 and Pinball on November 11, 2026.

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