# iShuffle Bowling 2 vs Bowling Star 3D

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bowling Star 3D at every 2 days against iShuffle Bowling 2's every 3 weeks. Bowling Star 3D also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). iShuffle Bowling 2's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 14). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iShuffle Bowling 2 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Bowling Star 3D sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for iShuffle Bowling 2 against 4.7 for Bowling Star 3D. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iShuffle Bowling 2 has 1.5K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two.

iShuffle Bowling 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Bowling Star 3D every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iShuffle Bowling 2 | Bowling Star 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ishuffle-bowling-2/id487088645/reviews) | **[4.7 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bowling-star-3d/id6738116882/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.5K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 86.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 103 MB | 360 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) | [OMICRON BILISIM HIZMETLERI TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1438425563) |

## 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 Star 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bowling-star-3d/id6738116882)

Experience realistic bowling action with intuitive controls. Launch balls, unlock special equipment, and master the art of striking to become a champion.

**Highlights:** Launch bowling balls, Unlock special balls, Master bowling techniques, 3D graphics, Intuitive controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Double 1 Hour | $0.59 | one-time |
| Double 24 Hours | $0.99 | one-time |
| No Ads 24 Hours | $0.99 | one-time |
| Team Permanent | $3.49 | one-time |
| Double Permanent | $3.49 | one-time |
| No Ads Permanently | $3.49 | one-time |
| STARTER PACK | $6.49 | one-time |
| PREMIUM PACK | $6.49 | one-time |
| DELUXE PACK | $6.49 | one-time |
| BASE PACK | $8.99 | one-time |
| ULTIMATE PACK | $11.99 | one-time |
| ELITE PACK | $21.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iShuffle Bowling 2 free?

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

### Is Bowling Star 3D free?

Bowling Star 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iShuffle Bowling 2 or Bowling Star 3D?

Bowling Star 3D is rated higher. iShuffle Bowling 2 averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Bowling Star 3D averages 4.7 from 14 ratings.

### Do iShuffle Bowling 2 or Bowling Star 3D have ads?

Both iShuffle Bowling 2 and Bowling Star 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, iShuffle Bowling 2 or Bowling Star 3D?

iShuffle Bowling 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bowling Star 3D every 2 days. Most recently, iShuffle Bowling 2 was updated on October 23, 2026 and Bowling Star 3D on October 30, 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.*