# MLB vs Servelink

The clearest difference is ads: Servelink at none against MLB's shown. Servelink also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). MLB's advantage is ratings volume (958K vs 1) and chart position (#10 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MLB sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Servelink sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Servelink holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MLB has 958K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

MLB ships an update every 9 days, Servelink weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MLB | Servelink |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (958K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mlb/id493619333/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/servelink-pickleball-os/id6805894126/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **958K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 40.4% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#10** | — |
| Size | 497 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [MLB](https://appshunter.io/developer/281969992) | [Mowgli Labs, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6805894129) |

## What reviewers say

### MLB

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mlb/id493619333)

**Currently charting:** #10 Top Grossing · Sports, #40 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

Stream live Major League Baseball games, highlights, and audio broadcasts. Access exclusive content and personalized news feeds. Enjoy on-demand video libraries and real-time game updates.

**Highlights:** Live game streaming and audio, Real-time highlights and alerts, Personalized news content, On-demand video library, Live Activities for game updates, Minor League Baseball game streaming

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MLB+ | $5.99 | per month |
| MLB+  with Trial | $5.99 | per month |
| MLB+ Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| MLB.TV Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| MLB.TV Monthly Trial | $29.99 | per month |
| MLB+ Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| 2023 MLB.TV Yearly | Free | one-time |
| 2024 MLB.TV Yearly | Free | one-time |
| 2026 MLB.TV Seasonal | Free | one-time |
| 2025 MLB.TV Yearly | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Comprehensive coverage of MLB
- 🌎 Great for international fans
- 📊 Detailed stats and information
- 🎧 Ability to listen to radio broadcasts

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent app crashes and bugs
- 📆 Confusing date/time display for international users
- 🔇 Audio issues and delays
- 🚫 Frustrating blackout restrictions
- 💰 Expensive subscription with too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes and crashes
- Incorrect game dates and times
- Audio playback issues and delays
- Unreliable video streaming

**Requested features**

- Option to hide scores for spoiler-free viewing
- Improved navigation and UI
- Resume watching functionality for archived games
- Better support for older devices and iOS versions


### Servelink

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/servelink-pickleball-os/id6805894126)

This app simplifies organizing pickleball leagues and tournaments. It handles schedules, scores, and standings for both organizers and players, eliminating the need for manual tracking. Features include various tournament formats, live scoring, fee collection, and cross-device syncing.

**Highlights:** League and tournament organization, Automated scheduling, Live scoring and standings, Fee collection, Player roster management, Cross-device syncing, Multiple tournament formats

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter | $19.99 | per month |
| Pro | $39.99 | per month |
| Club | $99.99 | per month |
| Tournament Pass (16) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Tournament Pass (32) | $29.99 | one-time |
| Tournament Pass (64) | $59.99 | one-time |
| Tournament Pass (128) | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MLB free?

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

### Is Servelink free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MLB or Servelink?

Servelink is rated higher. MLB averages 4.7 out of 5 from 958K ratings, while Servelink averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do MLB or Servelink have ads?

MLB shows ads; Servelink does not.

### Which is updated more often, MLB or Servelink?

MLB ships an update every 9 days, and Servelink weekly. Most recently, MLB was updated on November 13, 2026 and Servelink on November 6, 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.*