Comparison

IMAX vs Pinshotcaller

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

Head to head
About

IMAX

Discover upcoming films, documentaries, and live events. Save your favorite theaters to stay updated on showtimes and release dates. Access exclusive content like cast messages and digital art.

Highlights
  • Save favorite theaters
  • View showtimes and release dates
  • Browse film and event listings
  • Access exclusive cast messages
  • Download exclusive IMAX Art
  • Explore capsule collections
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From Hollywood blockbuster releases to exclusive one-night-only artist performances, IMAX is personalizing your theatre experience with the help of our app: - Save your home theatre and stay updated on what’s playing on our screens - Learn release dates for films, documentaries, and amazing, one-night-only IMAX Live experiences - Browse our limited-edition capsule collections celebrating the history of our cameras and our filmmaking heritage - Receive exclusive downloadable messages from cast and crew, and save our exclusive IMAX Art on your phone Download today to be in the best seat tomorrow. Terms of Use: https://www.imax.com/content/terms-service Privacy Policy: https://www.imax.com/content/privacy-policy

About

Pinshotcaller

Features
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PinShotCaller is a compact tool for building a “pinball journal” for each table you play. You can sketch or photograph (BKG) the playfield, mark key targets, and attach step‑by‑step messages (with DMD text) that advance as you simulate shots. Use it to: • Capture rules and scoring patterns for specific tables. • Practice sequences repeatedly to build consistency. • Demonstrate strategies to others by walking through the shots in order, with on‑screen prompts. • Save and share complete table profiles (artwork + targets + messages) as portable JSON packs. PinShotCaller has three tabs across the top: 1. Shoot – Run practice/demos. You “shoot” by clicking (or tapping) twice: first to set a launch point, second on the destination for the ball (target). The app checks whether you hit the active target, shows the message for that hit, updates the DMD banner, and moves on when a target is completed. 2. Edit – Build the playfield drawing or import a background (BKG) photo, then add, edit, and reorder targets. Each target can carry an ordered list of messages and optional DMD updates for each hit. 3. Saved – Save, load, rename, delete, import, and export entire table profiles. Quick Start (5 minutes) 1. Open Edit. Choose Draw to sketch lanes and ramps, or the Bkg (Background) file picker to load a photo/screenshot of the playfield. Edit is also where you save your playfield and targets to a pinshotcaller table (to export and save permanently etc.) 2. Add targets. Switch to Target mode and tap where a shot should register. A form opens—choose the number of hits (e.g., 3) and write the message(s) for each hit. Optionally add a DMD line per hit (appears on the Shoot tab’s banner). Save. 3. Reorder & refine. Use the T‑List to reorder targets (↑ / ↓), edit their messages, or delete them. 4. Save & share. Go to Saved, hit Save in Edit (or use the Saved tab to Export Selected as a JSON or HTML pack you can import on another device - HTML exports are also stand-alone viewable). 5. Practice. Switch to Shoot and press (re)Start Targets. Click once to set a ball, then click a destination (the blinking target). Advance through messages and targets; the banner updates as you go.

Screenshots

IMAX4 screens
Pinshotcaller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: IMAX at Free against Pinshotcaller's $0.99. Pinshotcaller's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 19) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

IMAX is free to download; Pinshotcaller costs $0.99 up front. IMAX sells 19 one-off in-app purchases. Pinshotcaller asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

IMAX ships an update monthly, Pinshotcaller every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
IMAX versus Pinshotcaller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIMAXPinshotcaller
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating2.2 (34 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews34.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings34 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPod, Vision ProiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.014.0
Further details — not scored
Size124 MB7 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperIMAX CorporationScott Bennett

Bugs and requests

IMAX

Reported bugs

10 issues
  • App freezes on splash screen or black screen
  • Content loading error: 'There was an error loading the content'
  • Unable to retrieve content in certain regions
  • Login failures and authentication issues
  • App crashes after initial use
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  • Control center down arrow continuously flashing
  • Error messages appear without actual issues
  • Theater location search returns no results for existing locations
  • Password validation rejects secure keychain-generated passwords
  • Movie not displaying in expected 3D format despite listing

Requested features

18 requests
  • Add option to purchase movies instead of renting
  • Expand content library with major films (Dune, Oppenheimer, Interstellar, TRON, Lord of the Rings)
  • Subscription model for unlimited access
  • Update location database with new theaters
  • Add support for multiple favorite theaters
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  • Include full-length IMAX movies in 1.43 aspect ratio
  • Add 3D content for all available titles
  • Implement search functionality
  • Show rental duration and movie length information
  • Add trailers for all paid content
  • Download feature for offline viewing
  • Monthly or yearly subscription option
  • Shared viewing experience with other users
  • Hand visibility toggle for low-light viewing
  • Support for more countries and regions
  • Guest login option without account creation
  • Movie recommendations and sorting options
  • Theater kiosk ordering integration

Pinshotcaller

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

19 purchases

IMAX

One-time19
  • Hail Columbia$1.99
  • Fires of Kuwait$1.99
  • Pandas$2.99
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  • Superpower Dogs$3.99
  • A Beautiful Planet$4.99
  • Journey to the South Pacific$4.99
  • Superpower Dogs [3D]$4.99
  • Pandas [3D]$4.99
  • Deep Sky [3D]$4.99
  • Planet Earth 3: Ep7: Human$4.99
  • Planet Earth 3: Ep3: Deserts$4.99
  • Planet Earth 3: Ep4: Freshwate$4.99
  • Planet Earth 3: Ep5: Forrests$4.99
  • Planet Earth 3: Ep6: Extremes$4.99
  • Planet Earth 3: Ep1: Coasts$4.99
  • Planet Earth 3: Ep2: Ocean$4.99
  • A Beautiful Planet [3D]$5.99
  • Journey to the South Pacific$5.99
  • Deep Sky$6.99
None

Pinshotcaller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is IMAX free?
IMAX is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pinshotcaller free?
Pinshotcaller costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do IMAX or Pinshotcaller have ads?
IMAX shows ads; Pinshotcaller does not.
Which is updated more often, IMAX or Pinshotcaller?
IMAX ships an update monthly, and Pinshotcaller every 3 days. Most recently, IMAX was updated on October 29, 2026 and Pinshotcaller on September 17, 2026.

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