# iShuffle Bowling 2 vs Bowling Game

The clearest difference is update cadence: iShuffle Bowling 2 at every 3 weeks against Bowling Game's every 5 months. iShuffle Bowling 2 also leads on ratings volume (1.5K vs 2). Bowling Game's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iShuffle Bowling 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Bowling Game sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bowling Game holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iShuffle Bowling 2 has 1.5K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

iShuffle Bowling 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Bowling Game every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iShuffle Bowling 2 | Bowling Game |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ishuffle-bowling-2/id487088645/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bowling-game-strike/id6462672739/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 86.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 103 MB | 97 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bakumens Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/331752704) | [Hiren Gabani](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637021300) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Bowling Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bowling-game-strike/id6462672739)

Experience realistic 3D bowling alleys and compete against players worldwide. Flick your finger to throw the ball, swipe for spin, and aim to knock down pins. Enjoy multiplayer matches or a solo campaign with customizable balls.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D bowling alleys, Global multiplayer matches, Finger flick controls, Swipe for ball spin, Customizable player balls, Campaign journey mode

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hot Pack (500 Coins) | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack (6000 Coins) | $2.99 | one-time |
| 3500 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove all Ads | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iShuffle Bowling 2 free?

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

### Is Bowling Game free?

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

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

Bowling Game is rated higher. iShuffle Bowling 2 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Bowling Game averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

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

Both iShuffle Bowling 2 and Bowling Game show ads.

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

iShuffle Bowling 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bowling Game every 5 months. Most recently, iShuffle Bowling 2 was updated on September 26, 2026 and Bowling Game on August 21, 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.*