Comparison

Blue 42+ vs Bitball Baseball

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Blue 42+

Predict NFL plays in real-time and compete for prizes based on your football knowledge. This skill-based game puts you in the coach's seat, calling every move before the snap. Climb leaderboards and win rewards through various game modes.

Highlights
  • Live play-calling prediction
  • Skill-based gameplay
  • Tournament play (STREAK, ACCURACY)
  • Earn cash and prizes
  • Multiple game modes
  • Real-time data integration
Features
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Step into the role of head coach and call every play before it happens. Blue 42+ lets you prove your NFL knowledge, predict live game action, and win real prizes — all based on skill, not luck. Blue 42+: Call the Game Like a Pro Tired of passive fandom? Blue 42+ puts you in the coach’s seat during real NFL games. Predict every play. Score points. Climb the leaderboard. Compete for real-world rewards. It’s not fantasy — it’s football, reimagined. Your football IQ, your boldness, and your knowledge of the game are all that stand between you and victory. FEATURES: • Live Play-Calling: Predict every play before the snap—run or pass, zone or deep shot. You’re the coach now. • Skill-Based Gameplay: No luck. Just your knowledge of NFL situations, team tendencies, and game flow. • Tournament Play: Compete in STREAK or ACCURACY formats. Or go big with point-wagering strategy games. • Cash & Prizes: Earn your spot at the top of the leaderboard for real rewards. • Game Modes for Every Fan: Play by quarter, half, or full game. Follow your favorite team or call plays for both sides. • Equal Playing Field: Real-time data + in-game officiating ensures fair, fast results. Glitches or game anomalies? They apply equally to all. Whether you’re watching from the couch or the stadium, Blue 42+ turns every snap into your moment to shine. We have not specifically developed for the iPad at this time. It will work on the iPad, but know that it is not designed for it at this time but will be in the future.

About

Bitball Baseball

Build a baseball dynasty by managing your squad, progressing players, and signing free agents. Improve your stadium and facilities to boost morale and set prices to satisfy fans and owners. Enjoy fast-paced gameplay with quick games to lead your team to victory.

Highlights
  • Roster management (rotation, bullpen, lineup)
  • Player progression with XP or currency
  • Free agent signings and player re-signing
  • Stadium and facility improvements
  • Fast-paced gameplay (5-10 minute games)
  • Custom team editor (premium feature)
Features
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Do you have what it takes to build your franchise into a baseball dynasty? Manage your squad, progress players, sign free agents, and slug it out against the Bitball League's best. Roster Management: - Rotation, Bullpen, and Lineup management - Trades - Off-season draft - Sign Free Agents - Re-sign players - Progress players with XP earned, or with in-game currency - Edit player name and appearance (feature available with purchase of premium version of game). Franchise Management - Improve Stadium and team facilities to improve player morale - Set ticket and concession prices to make your fans, or owner, happy - Custom Team Editor (feature available with purchase of premium version of game). Gameplay - Fast paced gameplay designed to get through games quickly. Games last on average 5-10 minutes. - Slug it out over a 20 game season in an effort to make the playoffs and go for glory. - Manage your pitcher's stamina carefully to get through each game.

Screenshots

Blue 42+4 screens
Bitball Baseball4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Blue 42+ at 4.1 against Bitball Baseball's 3.4. Blue 42+ also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and review sentiment (75% vs 49%). Bitball Baseball's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (221 vs 13). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Bitball Baseball sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Blue 42+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Blue 42+ holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bitball Baseball has 221 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Blue 42+'s written reviews are positive against 49% of Bitball Baseball's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blue 42+ ships an update weekly, Bitball Baseball every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Blue 42+ versus Bitball Baseball: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlue 42+Bitball Baseball
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.1 (13 ratings) — better3.4 (221 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews — better49.0% of reviews
Number of ratings13221 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.112.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB232 MB
Age rating17+12+
DeveloperBlue 42 Investments, LLCMatthew Steill

Customer experience

Blue 42+

All ratings13 ratings
Positive76.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative23.1%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Bitball Baseball

All ratings221 ratings
Positive54.8%
Neutral12.2%
Negative33.0%
Written reviews449 reviews
Positive49.0%
Neutral21.6%
Negative29.4%

Bugs and requests

Blue 42+

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Bitball Baseball

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Freezing and crashing issues
  • Disappearing baserunners
  • Incorrect team assignments
  • Premium features not unlocking properly

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add pitching mode
  • Implement a coach mode to watch games
  • Allow more customization options for players
  • Improve save/load functionality
  • Expand season length and playoff options

In-app purchases

None

Blue 42+

No in-app purchases

4 purchases

Bitball Baseball

One-time4
  • 16,384(16K) Bytes$0.99
  • 32,768 (32K) Bytes$1.99
  • Premium$2.99
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  • 65536 Bytes$3.99

Questions

Is Blue 42+ free?
Blue 42+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Bitball Baseball free?
Bitball Baseball is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Blue 42+ or Bitball Baseball?
Blue 42+ is rated higher. Blue 42+ averages 4.1 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Bitball Baseball averages 3.4 from 221 ratings.
Do Blue 42+ or Bitball Baseball have ads?
Blue 42+ shows ads; Bitball Baseball does not.
Which is updated more often, Blue 42+ or Bitball Baseball?
Blue 42+ ships an update weekly, and Bitball Baseball every 4 days. Most recently, Blue 42+ was updated on October 2, 2026 and Bitball Baseball on October 16, 2026.

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