# PokerCruncher vs Bad Match

The clearest difference is price: Bad Match at $0.99 against PokerCruncher's $12.99. PokerCruncher's advantage is review sentiment (92% vs 56%) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 19 months). On ratings volume, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

PokerCruncher costs $12.99 and Bad Match $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

PokerCruncher holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 253 and 87 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 92% of PokerCruncher's written reviews are positive against 56% of Bad Match's.

PokerCruncher ships an update every 2 months, Bad Match every 19 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PokerCruncher | Bad Match |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $12.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | **[4.9 (253 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pokercruncher-advanced-odds/id294379237/reviews)** | [4.7 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bad-match/id345650079/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **253** | 87 |
| Positive reviews | **91.6% of reviews** | 55.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 19 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#14** | #71 |
| Size | 5 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PokerCruncher, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/294379240) | [búro bewegt](https://appshunter.io/developer/319035794) |

## What reviewers say

### PokerCruncher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pokercruncher-advanced-odds/id294379237)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Paid · Casino, #73 Top Paid · Card (US App Store)

This advanced calculator helps Texas Hold'em players analyze hand ranges and flop textures. It provides detailed statistics and odds for serious strategy analysis, going beyond basic hand matchups. Improve your game with professional-level insights.

**Highlights:** Advanced hand ranges analysis, Flop texture analysis, Deal-to-Flop calculations, Up to 10 players, Specific, random, or range hands, Save/load scenarios and ranges, Detailed statistics

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Powerful features
- 💡 Helpful for improving game
- 🔒 Accurate calculations
- 👍 Convenient mobile app

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Confusing interface
- 🔍 Lacking in-depth tutorials
- 💰 Separate iPad version required
- 🤔 Questionable accuracy in some cases

**Reported bugs**

- Occasional crashes or freezes
- Inconsistent hand rankings displayed

**Requested features**

- Add support for Omaha and other poker variants
- Improve range entry and management features
- Provide more customization options
- Integrate with online poker tracking tools


### Bad Match

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bad-match/id345650079)

**Currently charting:** #71 Top Paid · Casino (US App Store)

This app helps resolve disputes and make decisions by having users draw a "bad match." It's designed for up to 8 players to easily determine who faces an undesirable task or outcome.

**Highlights:** Decision making tool, Resolves disputes, Supports up to 8 players, Simple draw mechanism, Beautifully designed interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PokerCruncher free?

PokerCruncher costs $12.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Bad Match free?

Bad Match costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, PokerCruncher or Bad Match?

PokerCruncher is rated higher. PokerCruncher averages 4.9 out of 5 from 253 ratings, while Bad Match averages 4.7 from 87 ratings.

### Do PokerCruncher or Bad Match have ads?

Neither PokerCruncher nor Bad Match shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, PokerCruncher or Bad Match?

PokerCruncher ships an update every 2 months, and Bad Match every 19 months. Most recently, PokerCruncher was updated on October 17, 2026 and Bad Match on October 16, 2026.

### Which is more popular, PokerCruncher or Bad Match?

PokerCruncher currently peaks at #14 in the App Store charts, and Bad Match at #71. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*