# Flinguin vs iShuffle Bowling 2

The clearest difference is rating: iShuffle Bowling 2 at 4.6 against Flinguin's 3.8. iShuffle Bowling 2 also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (1.5K vs 24). Flinguin's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iShuffle Bowling 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Flinguin asks for nothing beyond the download.

iShuffle Bowling 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iShuffle Bowling 2 has 1.5K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Flinguin's written reviews are positive against 87% of iShuffle Bowling 2's.

Flinguin ships an update every 5 months, iShuffle Bowling 2 every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 2, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flinguin | iShuffle Bowling 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.8 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flinguin/id463206175/reviews) | **[4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ishuffle-bowling-2/id487088645/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **1.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | **86.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Vaibhav Electronics Pvt Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/334428561) | [Bakumens Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/331752704) |

## What reviewers say

### Flinguin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flinguin/id463206175)

Launch baby penguins through the air in this fun and addictive game. Aim carefully to score points and enjoy four different gameplay variations in their natural habitat.

**Highlights:** Catapult penguins through the air, Score points by aiming, Four different game variations, Natural penguin habitat setting, Fullscreen mode on latest devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### iShuffle Bowling 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ishuffle-bowling-2/id487088645)

Experience a new 3D bowling challenge with realistic physics and multiple game modes. Shoot pucks, strike pins, and unlock special items to achieve high scores. Enjoy a fun and engaging experience in your free time.

**Highlights:** Deluxe 3D graphics and animation, Highly realistic 3D physics, Three distinct game modes, Unlockable items and bonus gifts, Score statistics and progress tracking, Bomb packs for challenging levels

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Micro Gold Bowling Pin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Micro Bomb | $0.99 | one-time |
| Micro Key | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Level 4 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mini Gold Bowling Pin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Little Gold Bowling Pin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Little Bomb | $9.99 | one-time |
| Little Key | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎳 Nostalgic and fun bowling game
- 👍 Great time-killing game
- 🕹️ Challenging and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Nice graphics and visuals

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs, especially in later levels
- 🔑 Frustration with earning keys to open chests
- 🤯 Difficulty of certain levels (6-9 in particular)
- 💰 Complaints about ads and in-app purchases

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes after completing a tournament
- Pins sometimes don't register properly
- Puck physics can be unreliable at times

**Requested features**

- Add more levels and challenges
- Improve the slingshot/puck controls
- Implement a restart button instead of going back to the main menu
- Add a way to track/view past scores


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flinguin free?

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

### Is iShuffle Bowling 2 free?

iShuffle Bowling 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flinguin or iShuffle Bowling 2?

iShuffle Bowling 2 is rated higher. Flinguin averages 3.8 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while iShuffle Bowling 2 averages 4.6 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Flinguin or iShuffle Bowling 2 have ads?

iShuffle Bowling 2 shows ads; Flinguin does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flinguin or iShuffle Bowling 2?

Flinguin ships an update every 5 months, and iShuffle Bowling 2 every 3 weeks. Most recently, Flinguin was updated on June 2, 2026 and iShuffle Bowling 2 on September 26, 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.*