# BallPuzzle vs SHOT2048

The clearest difference is rating: SHOT2048 at 4.4 against BallPuzzle's 2.5. SHOT2048 also leads on review sentiment (52% vs 28%). BallPuzzle's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SHOT2048 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. BallPuzzle asks for nothing beyond the download.

SHOT2048 holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BallPuzzle has 840 ratings behind it against 145, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of BallPuzzle's written reviews are positive against 52% of SHOT2048's.

## The numbers

| Metric | BallPuzzle | SHOT2048 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.5 (840 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ballpuzzle/id299132464/reviews) | **[4.4 (145 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot2048/id1594889891/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **840** | 145 |
| Positive reviews | 27.8% of reviews | **51.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 2 MB | 122 MB |
| Requires iOS | **2.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cantasoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/297912260) | [PROPE](https://appshunter.io/developer/317081659) |

## What reviewers say

### BallPuzzle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ballpuzzle/id299132464)

Guide ball bearings into holes by tilting your device. Adjust ball count, speed, and hole attraction to match your skill level for hours of engaging entertainment. Experience realistic ball physics and collisions.

**Highlights:** Tilt-based ball guidance, Adjustable ball count, Variable speed and hole depth, Realistic ball collision, Hole attraction settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Free to download and use
- 🎮 Retro gameplay style appeals to nostalgic players
- ⚙️ Customizable settings (speed, depth, hole gravity)
- 🎯 Requires skill and precision
- ✨ Simple and straightforward mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😴 Lacks progression and challenge
- 🐛 No win/completion feedback or notification
- 🐛 Ball detection issues in holes
- 🐛 Marble overlap glitches
- ❌ No level progression system

**Reported bugs**

- Game does not detect when ball is in hole
- Marbles sometimes overlap
- No notification or feedback when winning
- Minor bugs affecting gameplay
- Level does not end upon completion

**Requested features**

- Challenge mode with timer functionality
- Time tracking and personal best records
- Level progression system with multiple levels
- Win/completion notification when all balls are in holes
- Automatic advancement to next level upon completion


### SHOT2048

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shot2048/id1594889891)

Engage in a fast-paced puzzle shooter where you merge matching numbered blocks to reach 2048. Aim precisely, trigger combos, and strategically clear space to achieve victory. Test your merging skills and see how far you can advance before the board fills up.

**Highlights:** Shoot and merge numbered blocks, Reach the 2048 goal, Trigger satisfying chain reactions, Fast-paced puzzle gameplay, Retro-inspired visuals

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| +5 Continue | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADS | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Addictive gameplay
- 💡 Innovative 2048 twist
- 👍 Simple and intuitive controls
- 🎵 Enjoyable background music
- 🚀 Satisfying combos and chains

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😠 Overwhelming ads
- 🐌 Lag and performance issues
- 🧱 Frustrating physics changes
- ⏳ Invisible countdown timer
- 😵 Unclear game over conditions

**Reported bugs**

- Game over after modal pop-up
- Game freezes after tapping continue
- Game crashes on launch
- Dice disappear during frozen screen
- Ad playback issues causing freezes

**Requested features**

- Option to disable 'Congratulations' notifications
- Option to disable pop-ups for higher score dice
- Add landscape mode for iPad
- More music options
- Add achievements


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BallPuzzle free?

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

### Is SHOT2048 free?

SHOT2048 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BallPuzzle or SHOT2048?

SHOT2048 is rated higher. BallPuzzle averages 2.5 out of 5 from 840 ratings, while SHOT2048 averages 4.4 from 145 ratings.

### Do BallPuzzle or SHOT2048 have ads?

SHOT2048 shows ads; BallPuzzle does not.

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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.*