# Dig Looper! vs Balls'n Ropes

The clearest difference is rating: Balls'n Ropes at 4.6 against Dig Looper!'s 3.2. Balls'n Ropes also leads on review sentiment (28% vs 0%) and ratings volume (64K vs 293). Dig Looper!'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Balls'n Ropes sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. Dig Looper! asks for nothing beyond the download.

Balls'n Ropes holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Balls'n Ropes has 64K ratings behind it against 293, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Dig Looper!'s written reviews are positive against 28% of Balls'n Ropes's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dig Looper! | Balls'n Ropes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (293 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-looper/id1661150064/reviews) | **[4.6 (64K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ballsn-ropes/id6444528109/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 293 | **64K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **27.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 115 MB | 409 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Emrullah Can Demirpolat](https://appshunter.io/developer/1533074907) | [Rollic Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1452111779) |

## What reviewers say

### Dig Looper!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dig-looper/id1661150064)

Create unique dig loops by drawing different patterns. Utilize boosters and propellers to enhance your earning potential and enjoy a fun, engaging experience.

**Highlights:** Create dig loops, Draw different patterns, Use boosters, Use propellers, Earn more

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Excessive ads
- 🔄 Game mechanics changed negatively
- 🤔 Unclear gameplay at start
- 📶 Unnecessary Wi-Fi requirement for ads

**Reported bugs**

- Onboarding is bugged
- Balls don't scale well
- Reset balls button wiped balls
- Cannot place new pins or add balls
- Buttons in the game don't work

**Requested features**

- Option to buy ad-free experience
- Fix ads frequency
- Allow playing without Wi-Fi


### Balls'n Ropes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ballsn-ropes/id6444528109)

Create custom loops to bounce balls on rubbers and earn in-game currency. Add and merge balls to increase their value and maximize your earnings. Enjoy a fun and engaging experience.

**Highlights:** Create custom loops, Bounce balls on rubbers, Add and merge balls, Increase ball value, Earn in-game currency

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Pack: Ropes | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack: Balls | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coins & Skip It Tickets | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack I | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mega Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ticket Pack III | $5.99 | one-time |
| Ball Pack I | $6.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack III | $6.99 | one-time |
| Ball Pack II | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack IV | $12.99 | one-time |
| Ball Pack III | $14.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack V | $24.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack VI | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun gameplay
- 👍 Relaxing and addictive
- 🎨 Satisfying visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔥 Excessive ads
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Requires internet connection
- 💰 Aggressive monetization

**Reported bugs**

- Progress loss at higher levels
- Inability to merge balls after certain levels
- Negative money glitch

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- Less intrusive ads
- Progression system improvements
- More level variety


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dig Looper! free?

Dig Looper! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Balls'n Ropes free?

Balls'n Ropes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dig Looper! or Balls'n Ropes?

Balls'n Ropes is rated higher. Dig Looper! averages 3.2 out of 5 from 293 ratings, while Balls'n Ropes averages 4.6 from 64K ratings.

### Do Dig Looper! or Balls'n Ropes have ads?

Neither Dig Looper! nor Balls'n Ropes shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dig Looper! or Balls'n Ropes?

Dig Looper! ships an update weekly, and Balls'n Ropes weekly. Most recently, Dig Looper! was updated on October 22, 2026 and Balls'n Ropes on November 1, 2026.

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