# GL Golf vs Bitball Baseball

The clearest difference is price: Bitball Baseball at Free against GL Golf's $4.99. Bitball Baseball also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). GL Golf's advantage is rating (4.0 vs 3.4) and review sentiment (63% vs 49%). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Bitball Baseball is free to download; GL Golf costs $4.99 up front. GL Golf sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Bitball Baseball sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GL Golf holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 105 and 221 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of GL Golf's written reviews are positive against 49% of Bitball Baseball's.

GL Golf ships an update every 3 months, Bitball Baseball every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GL Golf | Bitball Baseball |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.0 (105 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gl-golf/id289559287/reviews)** | [3.4 (221 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitball-baseball/id6563151595/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 105 | **221** |
| Positive reviews | **62.6% of reviews** | 49.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#31** | — |
| Size | 153 MB | 232 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Nuclear Nova Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/289559290) | [Matthew Steill](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724259346) |

## What reviewers say

### GL Golf

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gl-golf/id289559287)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Paid · Sports, #168 Top Paid · Simulation (US App Store)

Experience realistic 3D golf with simple graphics and a physics system. Play solo or with up to four players across numerous holes, featuring various environmental challenges and game modes. Enjoy online tournaments, customizable golfers, and constant free updates.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D golf simulation, Multiplayer support (up to 4 players), Realistic physics system, Numerous holes and courses, Online tournaments, Customizable golfers, Driving range and practice modes

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| GL Golf Lob Wedge | $0.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Mulligan Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Tour Clubs | $1.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Square Grooves | $1.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Driver 330 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 3 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 4 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 5 | $2.99 | one-time |
| GL Golf Course Pack 6 | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⛳️ Enjoyable golf gameplay
- 🕰 Addictive time-killer
- 🎨 Charming low-def graphics
- 👍 Challenging but fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and bugs after updates
- 🌄 Limited course selection
- 🎨 Outdated graphics
- 🎮 Frustrating putting mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Swing button not functioning
- Frequent crashes and freezes
- Courses not loading properly
- Incompatibility with newer devices

**Requested features**

- More course options
- Improved graphics and visuals
- Better putting system
- Online leaderboards and multiplayer


### Bitball Baseball

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitball-baseball/id6563151595)

Build a baseball dynasty by managing your squad, progressing players, and signing free agents. Improve your stadium and facilities to boost morale and set prices to satisfy fans and owners. Enjoy fast-paced gameplay with quick games to lead your team to victory.

**Highlights:** Roster management (rotation, bullpen, lineup), Player progression with XP or currency, Free agent signings and player re-signing, Stadium and facility improvements, Fast-paced gameplay (5-10 minute games), Custom team editor (premium feature)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 16,384(16K) Bytes | $0.99 | one-time |
| 32,768 (32K) Bytes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Premium | $2.99 | one-time |
| 65536 Bytes | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to learn gameplay
- 🚀 Charming retro-style graphics
- 💡 Customization options for teams and players

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent bugs and crashes
- 🐛 Inconsistent or unrealistic gameplay mechanics
- 🐛 Premium features not working as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and crashing issues
- Disappearing baserunners
- Incorrect team assignments
- Premium features not unlocking properly

**Requested features**

- Add pitching mode
- Implement a coach mode to watch games
- Allow more customization options for players
- Improve save/load functionality
- Expand season length and playoff options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GL Golf free?

GL Golf costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Bitball Baseball free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GL Golf or Bitball Baseball?

GL Golf is rated higher. GL Golf averages 4.0 out of 5 from 105 ratings, while Bitball Baseball averages 3.4 from 221 ratings.

### Do GL Golf or Bitball Baseball have ads?

Neither GL Golf nor Bitball Baseball shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, GL Golf or Bitball Baseball?

GL Golf ships an update every 3 months, and Bitball Baseball every 4 days. Most recently, GL Golf was updated on October 14, 2026 and Bitball Baseball on October 16, 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.*