# The Pinball Wizard vs Mega Jump Halfbrick+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Pinball Wizard at 66% against Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s 20%. The Pinball Wizard also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.1) and ratings volume (1.1K vs 63). Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs fortnightly). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Pinball Wizard sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Pinball Wizard holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Pinball Wizard has 1.1K ratings behind it against 63, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of The Pinball Wizard's written reviews are positive against 20% of Mega Jump Halfbrick+'s.

The Pinball Wizard ships an update fortnightly, Mega Jump Halfbrick+ daily. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | The Pinball Wizard | Mega Jump Halfbrick+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-pinball-wizard/id6478548395/reviews)** | [2.1 (63 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-jump-halfbrick-plus/id6504854177/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 63 |
| Positive reviews | **66.2% of reviews** | 19.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 309 MB | 370 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Frosty Pop](https://appshunter.io/developer/930758677) | [Halfbrick](https://appshunter.io/developer/356994313) |

## What reviewers say

### The Pinball Wizard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-pinball-wizard/id6478548395)

Experience a unique blend of classic pinball physics and modern roguelite progression. Control a wizard as the ball, navigating dungeon-like tower floors, mastering flippers, and battling enemies. Collect upgrades and perks to enhance your abilities for each subsequent run.

**Highlights:** Classic pinball physics, Roguelite progression system, Handcrafted tower tables, Pattern-driven boss battles, Perks and upgrades, Quick and deep mastery sessions

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gift | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gift | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gift | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Intuitive and responsive controls
- 🎨 Charming and polished visuals
- 💰 No ads or in-app purchases
- 🕹️ Unique RPG-like pinball mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🕹️ Unresponsive or awkward controls
- 🕰️ Short main campaign length
- 🤕 Difficulty spikes and unfair enemy encounters

**Reported bugs**

- Stuck on loading screen
- Freezing when upgrading skills
- Inconsistent damage and enemy behavior

**Requested features**

- More levels and content
- Expanded character customization
- Landscape mode support
- Improved enemy and level design


### Mega Jump Halfbrick+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mega-jump-halfbrick-plus/id6504854177)

Embark on an exciting adventure with a charming character, leaping through vibrant worlds filled with colorful landscapes and captivating animations. Collect coins, dodge obstacles, and utilize various power-ups to enhance your journey. Unlock new characters and compete with others worldwide.

**Highlights:** Vibrant cartoon graphics, Explore diverse worlds, Power-up madness, Super Nova Boost, Unlockable characters, Monthly new characters

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Halfbrick+ (Early Adopter) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Trial) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount) | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ❤️ Nostalgic childhood game
- 🎮 Fun and engaging gameplay
- 🙌 Brings back good memories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription model for an old game
- 🙅‍♀️ Locked behind a paywall
- 🤔 Doesn't feel like the original
- 😞 Disappointing changes from the original

**Reported bugs**

- Magnet power-up not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Make the game free-to-play with optional ads
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription
- Bring back the original Mega Jump experience


## Frequently asked questions

### Is The Pinball Wizard free?

The Pinball Wizard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mega Jump Halfbrick+ free?

Mega Jump Halfbrick+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, The Pinball Wizard or Mega Jump Halfbrick+?

The Pinball Wizard is rated higher. The Pinball Wizard averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while Mega Jump Halfbrick+ averages 2.1 from 63 ratings.

### Do The Pinball Wizard or Mega Jump Halfbrick+ have ads?

The Pinball Wizard shows ads; Mega Jump Halfbrick+ does not.

### Which is updated more often, The Pinball Wizard or Mega Jump Halfbrick+?

The Pinball Wizard ships an update fortnightly, and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ daily. Most recently, The Pinball Wizard was updated on November 8, 2026 and Mega Jump Halfbrick+ on November 10, 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.*