# iSnooker vs Virtual Pool

The clearest difference is rating: Virtual Pool at 3.8 against iSnooker's 2.8. Virtual Pool also leads on ratings volume (93 vs 4) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). iSnooker's advantage is review sentiment (79% vs 42%) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iSnooker sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Virtual Pool sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Virtual Pool holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Virtual Pool has 93 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of iSnooker's written reviews are positive against 42% of Virtual Pool's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iSnooker ships an update every 2 months, Virtual Pool every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 27, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iSnooker | Virtual Pool |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isnooker/id505089543/reviews) | **[3.8 (93 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-pool/id1183149712/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 4 | **93** |
| Positive reviews | **78.6% of reviews** | 42.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 73 MB | 388 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [TTCX Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/435312629) | [Celeris, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/290199769) |

## What reviewers say

### iSnooker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isnooker/id505089543)

Experience the thrill of online multiplayer snooker. Practice your skills with training courses, challenge players worldwide in random matches or arenas, and customize your game with various cues and tables. Compete for high rewards and climb the global leaderboard.

**Highlights:** Newbie training courses, 1-on-1 random matches, Arena mode with higher rewards, Play with friends, Customizable cues and tables, Level up system, Global leaderboard, In-game voice chat

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Telescopic Sight 20 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Deluxe Editions | $0.99 | one-time |
| 12000 coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Stack of coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pile of coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pile of cash(25) | $4.99 | one-time |
| VIP Member | $9.99 | one-time |
| Wallet of cash(55) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Stash of cash(125) | $19.99 | one-time |
| Heap of cash(400) | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Great game
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🎯 Realistic snooker simulation
- 🌐 Good online multiplayer experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- ⏱️ Matchmaking issues with unbalanced skill levels
- 💰 Excessive in-app purchases
- 📢 Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing during gameplay
- Incorrect ball detection and scoring
- Login and account issues after updates
- Compatibility problems on older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to play with friends
- More customization options for cues and tables
- Improved physics and controls
- Leaderboard and ranking system


### Virtual Pool

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/virtual-pool/id1183149712)

Experience realistic pool gameplay across multiple game modes, including career modes where you can compete in professional tours or hustle your way through various rooms. Customize your cues and challenge AI opponents of all skill levels.

**Highlights:** Multiple pool game types (8Ball, 9Ball, Snooker, 6 Ball), Pro Tour Career mode with rankings and achievements, Hustler Career mode with gambling and room bosses, 128 AI opponents with varying skill levels, Customizable cues (break, jump, low deflection), 8 different playing locations

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| $1500 Career Cash | $0.99 | one-time |
| 25 Online Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 9-Ball Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 8-Ball Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Straight-Pool Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Snooker Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Carom Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| $5000 Career Cash | $1.99 | one-time |
| 60 Online Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| $15000 Career Cash | $2.99 | one-time |
| 100 Online Credits | $2.99 | one-time |
| All Game Packs | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iSnooker free?

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

### Is Virtual Pool free?

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

### Which has better reviews, iSnooker or Virtual Pool?

Virtual Pool is rated higher. iSnooker averages 2.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Virtual Pool averages 3.8 from 93 ratings.

### Do iSnooker or Virtual Pool have ads?

Virtual Pool shows ads; iSnooker does not.

### Which is updated more often, iSnooker or Virtual Pool?

iSnooker ships an update every 2 months, and Virtual Pool every 2 weeks. Most recently, iSnooker was updated on August 27, 2026 and Virtual Pool on September 23, 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.*