# Hammer throw Project vs Pinball

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Hammer throw Project | Pinball |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hammer-throw-project/id1508141141/reviews)** | [4.7 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinball-smash-arcade/id1565846479/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **23K** |
| Positive reviews | **26.9% of reviews** | 25.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 154 MB | 715 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Basement Apps, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1092009455) | [SayGames LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551847165) |

## What reviewers say

### Hammer throw Project

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hammer-throw-project/id1508141141)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| Delete Advertisement | $2.99 | one-time |
| 700 diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2000 diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |


### Pinball

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pinball-smash-arcade/id1565846479)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game concept
- 🚀 Interesting twists on pinball
- 💡 Potential for a good game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔥 Way too many ads
- 🛑 Ads interrupt gameplay
- 🐛 Ball gets stuck in levels
- 🔥 Aggressive ad placement

**Reported bugs**

- Ball gets stuck in certain levels
- Levels repeat instead of progressing

**Requested features**

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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*