# 9Plays vs StratManager

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 9Plays at none against StratManager's 1. 9Plays also leads on ratings volume (5 vs 1) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StratManager sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. 9Plays asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for 9Plays against 5.0 for StratManager. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 9Plays has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | 9Plays | StratManager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/9plays/id1556952268/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stratmanager/id6767736482/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | — |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Runaway2k LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1556935341) | [Anthony Weeks](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896504793) |

## What reviewers say

### 9Plays

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/9plays/id1556952268)

Experience a unique puzzle game with nine hidden plays across nine squares. Challenge your logic and strategy in this minimalist yet engaging experience. Perfect for quick brain teasers.

**Highlights:** Nine hidden plays, Nine squares grid, Logic puzzle, Strategy challenge, Minimalist design

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### StratManager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stratmanager/id6767736482)

This app uses your Strat-O-Matic card data to calculate matchup probabilities, optimize lineups, and track season stats. It offers play-by-play scorekeeping and league power rankings. A free version with sample teams is available, with a one-time purchase to unlock full card data import.

**Highlights:** Matchup calculator with on-base and home run probabilities, Lineup optimization based on real probabilities, Power rankings for team batting and pitching strength, Full season stat tracking and leaderboards, Play-by-play scorekeeping with MLB-accurate rules, Import custom Strat-O-Matic card data

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Version | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 9Plays free?

9Plays is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is StratManager free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 9Plays or StratManager?

9Plays and StratManager are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 5 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do 9Plays or StratManager have ads?

Neither 9Plays nor StratManager shows ads.

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