# Virtual Table Tennis vs Ping

The clearest difference is rating: Ping at 5.0 against Virtual Table Tennis's 4.4. Ping also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 11) and ads (none vs shown). Virtual Table Tennis's advantage is update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 18 months) and ratings volume (4.4K vs 3). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Virtual Table Tennis sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Ping asks for nothing beyond the download.

Ping holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Virtual Table Tennis has 4.4K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of Virtual Table Tennis's written reviews are positive against 100% of Ping's.

Virtual Table Tennis ships an update every 5 weeks, Ping every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Virtual Table Tennis | Ping |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-table-tennis/id440650698/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ping-pong-ar/id1323479619/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.4K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 87.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 18 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 184 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SenseDevil Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/440650701) | [ByteBrew LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1323479618) |

## What reviewers say

### Virtual Table Tennis

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-table-tennis/id440650698)

Experience realistic table tennis with a 3D physics engine and online multiplayer. Challenge AI opponents with diverse playstyles or compete against friends via the internet or Bluetooth. Enjoy various game modes, including tutorials, practice, arcade, and tournaments.

**Highlights:** Real-time online multiplayer (Internet/Bluetooth), Advanced 3D physics engine, Human-like AI opponents, Accurate and visual control system, Multiple game modes (Tutorial, Practice, Arcade, Tournament), Customizable controls, Integrated social media

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Membership | $2.99 | per month |
| Classic Team | $1.99 | one-time |
| 80 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 200 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ads Free | $3.99 | one-time |
| 600 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Coins | $15.99 | one-time |
| Boost Pack | $17.99 | one-time |
| 4000 Coins | $29.99 | one-time |
| 8000 Coins | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Realistic gameplay
- 👍 Enjoyable multiplayer experience
- 🎮 Fun and addictive
- 🎨 Good graphics and visuals
- 🕹️ Responsive controls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for paddles
- 🕰️ Slow progress in earning coins
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🔍 Matchmaking issues in online play
- 🔌 Connectivity problems on mobile data

**Reported bugs**

- Ball going through paddle
- Incorrect point scoring
- Freezing and crashes
- Desync issues in online matches

**Requested features**

- Doubles mode for multiplayer
- More customization options for paddles
- Achievements and leaderboards
- Ability to play against friends
- Improved tutorial for new players


### Ping

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ping-pong-ar/id1323479619)

Experience ping pong in augmented reality, transforming your device into a paddle. Challenge friends via Game Center and hone your skills to become a champion.

**Highlights:** Augmented reality gameplay, Virtual ping pong paddle, On-the-go dribbling, Game Center multiplayer, Become a champion

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Virtual Table Tennis free?

Virtual Table Tennis is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Ping free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Virtual Table Tennis or Ping?

Ping is rated higher. Virtual Table Tennis averages 4.4 out of 5 from 4.4K ratings, while Ping averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Virtual Table Tennis or Ping have ads?

Virtual Table Tennis shows ads; Ping does not.

### Which is updated more often, Virtual Table Tennis or Ping?

Virtual Table Tennis ships an update every 5 weeks, and Ping every 18 months. Most recently, Virtual Table Tennis was updated on November 1, 2026 and Ping on October 29, 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.*