Comparison

Carrom Mania vs Real Pool 3D

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Carrom Mania

Experience a digital version of the classic board game, similar to pool or snooker. Aim to pocket discs using a striker, with different game modes and skill levels to challenge yourself. Offers intuitive touch controls and a guided tutorial for new players.

Highlights
  • Classic carrom board gameplay
  • Freestyle and Target modes
  • AI opponent mode
  • Intuitive touch controls
  • Game Center integration
  • Guided tutorial
Features
Read full description

Carrom is a board game similar to Pool, Billards or Snooker. There are 19 discs (counters) and these must be hit using the Striker Disc, into the 4 pockets on the corners of the board. M-Carrom Lite has now been re-named as Carrom Mania. The app contains a Freestyle Mode along with a Target Mode containing 5 levels. A new In-App purchase will unlock a further 20 levels in Target Mode, and also an AI mode to play against the device. - A simple touch interface! Place two fingers anywhere on the screen and move them left and right to position the striker before launch. Swipe anywhere on the screen, using a single finger, to launch the striker - To launch the striker, you can swipe anywhere on the screen. It is no longer necessary to swipe over the striker. This makes it easier to play on devices with smaller screens - A solo Mode (Freestyle) where you must finish the board in the minimum number of shots - A separate Target Mode with multiple levels to test your skill - Play against the Device in three skill levels (available as In-App Purchase) - Game Center integration for Best Scores and Achievements - A new step by step, guided Tutorial section to help you grasp the new interface - Optimized graphics and Physics Engine for an improved game play experience

About

Real Pool 3D

Experience realistic 3D billiards with stunning visuals and physics. Play various pool games like 8 Ball, 9 Ball, and Snooker against AI or friends. Customize your table and improve your skills in this addictive simulation.

Highlights
  • 8 Ball, 9 Ball, UK 8 Ball, and Snooker modes
  • Single player vs CPU
  • Pass n Play with friends
  • Spin/English control
  • Realistic physics
  • Customizable pool tables
Features
Read full description

Dive into the ultimate 3D pool experience with stunning visuals, realistic physics, and addictive gameplay. Ever wondered what it's like to play billiards on a real table? Real Pool 3D is the perfect way to explore a variety of game modes with lifelike graphics and accurate angles to help improve your skills. Customize your pool table by choosing your favorite colors and cloth patterns. Play Practice Mode if you just want to relax and play without any rules. FEATURES: • 8 Ball, 9 Ball, UK 8 Ball and Snooker • Single Player vs CPU • Pass n Play with friends • Spin / English control • 3 difficulty levels • 6 cues to choose from • Realistic physics • Relaxing music Simple to play, hard to master, challenge your skills and have endless fun. So what are you waiting for? Download now for Free! Find out more about EivaaGames: https://www.eivaagames.com

Screenshots

Carrom Mania4 screens
Real Pool 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Real Pool 3D at 4.6 against Carrom Mania's 4.1. Real Pool 3D also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 32%) and ratings volume (68K vs 18). Carrom Mania's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Carrom Mania sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Real Pool 3D sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Real Pool 3D holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Real Pool 3D has 68K ratings behind it against 18, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 32% of Carrom Mania's written reviews are positive against 67% of Real Pool 3D's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Carrom Mania ships an update every 2 months, Real Pool 3D every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Carrom Mania versus Real Pool 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCarrom ManiaReal Pool 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (18 ratings)4.6 (68K ratings) — better
Positive reviews32.1% of reviews67.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1868K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 7 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#154 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB90 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVaibhav Electronics Pvt LtdSailendu Behera

Customer experience

Carrom Mania

All ratings18 ratings
Positive77.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative22.2%
Written reviews28 reviews
Positive32.1%
Neutral7.1%
Negative60.7%

Real Pool 3D

All ratings67,530 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews901 reviews
Positive67.3%
Neutral11.4%
Negative21.3%

Bugs and requests

Carrom Mania

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Real Pool 3D

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • CPU opponent sometimes makes impossible shots
  • Cue ball trajectory not always accurate
  • Game crashes or freezes occasionally
  • Issues with foul and scoring rules in some modes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add online multiplayer mode
  • Improve ball spin and trajectory physics
  • Implement more realistic CPU opponent behavior
  • Add ability to customize table size and layout
  • Provide more camera view options

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Carrom Mania

One-time1
  • Premium Pack$0.99
1 purchases

Real Pool 3D

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$3.99

Questions

Is Carrom Mania free?
Carrom Mania is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Real Pool 3D free?
Real Pool 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Carrom Mania or Real Pool 3D?
Real Pool 3D is rated higher. Carrom Mania averages 4.1 out of 5 from 18 ratings, while Real Pool 3D averages 4.6 from 68K ratings.
Do Carrom Mania or Real Pool 3D have ads?
Both Carrom Mania and Real Pool 3D show ads.
Which is updated more often, Carrom Mania or Real Pool 3D?
Carrom Mania ships an update every 2 months, and Real Pool 3D every 7 months. Most recently, Carrom Mania was updated on October 27, 2026 and Real Pool 3D on November 1, 2026.

Other comparisons