Comparison

Paddle Balls vs Jumpy Ghost

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

Head to head
About

Paddle Balls

Experience a gravity-enhanced twist on classic Pong. Navigate your paddle, collect coins for upgrades, and master three distinct game modes. Compete with friends or aim for the global high score in this arcade challenge.

Highlights
  • Gravity-enhanced gameplay
  • Three game modes: Solo, Skill Check, Versus
  • Multiplayer and Game Center support
  • Leaderboards (Global and Friends)
  • In-game shop for paddle customization
  • Power-ups and extra lives
Features
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Can you beat the hi-score? A different take on old-school Pong! Paddle Balls is a fun, pong like, arcade game that takes gravity into effect. Adding extra play-ability with different outcomes each play. Play this new paddle ball game! How to Play: Avoid Missing Ball For High Score. Slide finger left and right to move paddle. Double tap to teleport to location. Collect coins to use in the store to purchase new paddles. Keep balls bouncing! List of Features: - Three game modes to play! Solo: the normal version where you spawn with five lives and collect power-ups bouncing multiple balls. Skill Check: you only have one life and only bouncing one ball. However, your paddle is a lot smaller. Good Luck! Versus: play against a friend in an old school pong style mode. One player will host a room with a code and the other will join the room with the same code. - Multiplayer - Apple's Game Center - Leaderboards, Global and Friends - Item shop with different paddles to buy - InApp Purchases to get more coins - Background Music - Sound Effects - Bouncing balls - Power-ups - Extra Life's - Settings page Credits: Strapped Beat by Shaolin Dub License(https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/legalcode#s6a) Icons made by Good Ware(https://www.flaticon.com/authors/good-ware) from www.flaticon.com Icons made by Freepik(https://www.flaticon.com/authors/freepik) from www.flaticon.com Icons made by Kiranshastry(https://www.flaticon.com/authors/kiranshastry) from www.flaticon.com Icons made by Those Icons(https://www.flaticon.com/authors/those-icons) from www.flaticon.com

About

Jumpy Ghost

Navigate a friendly ghost through challenging obstacles by tapping the screen. Test your reflexes and aim for the highest score in this retro-inspired arcade game. Compete with friends and players worldwide for leaderboard dominance.

Highlights
  • Tap-to-fly gameplay
  • Obstacle navigation
  • High score tracking
  • Global leaderboards
  • Retro-inspired visuals
  • Addictive challenges
Features
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Embark on a thrilling journey with Jumpy Ghost, an addictive and exhilarating game reminiscent of the classic flapping adventures. Help our friendly ghost navigate through a series of treacherous obstacles by tapping the screen at just the right moment. With its simple yet challenging gameplay, Jumpy Ghost will put your reflexes to the test as you strive to achieve the highest score. Dive into the retro-inspired world of Jumpy Ghost, featuring captivating visuals and smooth controls that make it easy to pick up and play. Tap to keep Jumpy Ghost afloat and maneuver through narrow gaps. But be warned, even the slightest mistake can be hauntingly costly! Compete against friends and players from around the world as you strive for leaderboard dominance. With its addictive gameplay, endless challenges, and nostalgic charm, Jumpy Ghost will keep you entertained for hours on end. Are you ready to take flight and conquer the skies with Jumpy Ghost? Get ready for an unforgettable adventure filled with excitement, skill, and endless fun. Download now and let the ghostly journey begin! --Attribution-- Arcade icons created by Smashicons - Flaticon https://www.flaticon.com/free-icons/arcade Wall icons created by Smashicons - Flaticon https://www.flaticon.com/free-icons/wall Leaderboard icons created by Smashicons - Flaticon https://www.flaticon.com/free-icons/leaderboard Cloud illustration by Freepik -  https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/flat-design-pixel-art-cloud-illustration_38680485.htm#page=2&query=8bit%20landscape&position=46&from_view=search&track=ais https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/flat-design-pixel-art-cloud-illustration_38215906.htm#query=pixel%20art%20cloud%20illustration&position=18&from_view=search&track=ais Pointer graphic by Kenney http://opengameart.org/content/tappy-plane http://kenney.itch.io/kenney-donation Coin by Flixberry Entertainment https://opengameart.org/users/flixberry-entertainment Start Button by Pixel Art Maker https://pixelartmaker.com/art/6a45404d913e6d1 Restart Button by Pixel Art Maker https://pixelartmaker.com/art/191cdb8274cfea9 Game Sound - A Bit Of Hope by David Fesliyan https://www.fesliyanstudios.com/royalty-free-music/download/a-bit-of-hope/565 Coin Sound - CollectCoin by Pixabay https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/collectcoin-6075/ Jump Sound - Cartoon jump by Pixabay https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/cartoon-jump-6462/ Game Over Sound - Game Over Arcade by Pixabay https://pixabay.com/sound-effects/game-over-arcade-6435/ Font - Quinque Five Font by GGBotNet https://www.fontspace.com/quinque-five-font-f65138

Screenshots

Paddle Balls4 screens
Jumpy Ghost4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Jumpy Ghost at none against Paddle Balls's 6. Jumpy Ghost also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 3 weeks) and rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Paddle Balls's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads 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. Paddle Balls sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Jumpy Ghost asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Jumpy Ghost holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Paddle Balls has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Paddle Balls ships an update every 3 weeks, Jumpy Ghost daily. The most recent releases landed on June 2, 2026 and September 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Paddle Balls versus Jumpy Ghost: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPaddle BallsJumpy Ghost
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (14 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksDaily — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size90 MB16 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMM's Gaming Community LLCJordan DiOrazio

Customer experience

Paddle Balls

All ratings14 ratings
Positive92.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.1%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Jumpy Ghost

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Paddle Balls

One-time6
  • Coins x10$0.99
  • Coins x30$1.99
  • Coins x50$2.99
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  • Coins x80$3.99
  • Coins x150$4.99
  • Coins x500$9.99
None

Jumpy Ghost

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Paddle Balls free?
Paddle Balls is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Jumpy Ghost free?
Jumpy Ghost is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Paddle Balls or Jumpy Ghost?
Jumpy Ghost is rated higher. Paddle Balls averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Jumpy Ghost averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Paddle Balls or Jumpy Ghost have ads?
Both Paddle Balls and Jumpy Ghost show ads.
Which is updated more often, Paddle Balls or Jumpy Ghost?
Paddle Balls ships an update every 3 weeks, and Jumpy Ghost daily. Most recently, Paddle Balls was updated on June 2, 2026 and Jumpy Ghost on September 8, 2026.

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