Comparison

Ballpins vs x3r0TD

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

Head to head
About

Ballpins

Experience a Zen-inspired Plinko game that blends relaxing visuals with thrilling unpredictability. Watch balls cascade, activate power-ups, and build your score in this tranquil yet captivating experience.

Highlights
  • Zen Mode with soothing visuals and sounds
  • Roguelike elements for strategic choices
  • Offline play for anytime, anywhere access
  • Relaxing atmosphere to unwind
  • Lucky Day for thrilling chance-based gameplay
Features
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Welcome to Ballpins, the ultimate Zen-inspired Plinko game that promises a relaxing yet thrilling experience for all gamers. Immerse yourself in a world where each drop is a step towards serenity, blending the unpredictability of a roguelike game with the tranquility of a Zen garden. Ballpins is your perfect companion for a peaceful evening. With its simple yet captivating mechanics, you can watch the balls cascade down, bouncing off pins and activating power-ups, all while building an impressive score multiplier. Key Features: - Zen Mode: Enter a state of calm as you watch the balls glide smoothly across the screen, accompanied by soothing sounds and visuals. - Roguelike Elements: Set your path by choices and strategy. - Offline Accessibility: Play anytime, anywhere, without the need for an internet connection. Perfect for those moments when you need a break from the world. - Relaxing Atmosphere: Designed to help you unwind, the game's aesthetics and soundscapes offer a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. - Lucky Day: Feel the thrill of chance as you aim for the perfect drop, with each game offering the potential for a new high score or a rare power-up. Join the ranks of satisfied players who have found their Zen in the chaotic beauty of Ballpins. It's not just a game; it's a journey to tranquility.

About

x3r0TD

Features
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x3r0TD Defend the grid. Build powerful towers. Master unique fusions. x3r0TD is a modern tower defense game where every decision matters. Build powerful defenses, upgrade your towers during battle, and discover unique tower combinations to overcome increasingly dangerous enemy waves. Victory isn't about spending money—it's about building the right strategy. Features • Fast-paced tower defense gameplay • Build and upgrade towers before and during combat • Discover powerful tower fusion combinations • Unique enemy types that require different tactics • Increasing difficulty that rewards strategic planning • Fair progression with optional in-app purchases • Beautiful neon-inspired sci-fi visuals • Optimized for smooth gameplay on iPhone Play Your Way Experiment with different tower layouts, react to changing enemy formations, and continuously refine your tactics. Every wave presents new challenges that reward careful planning, quick decisions, and creative strategies. Whether you're a long-time tower defense veteran or completely new to the genre, x3r0TD offers an accessible experience with plenty of depth to master. Optional in-app purchases are available to speed up progression, but the entire campaign is designed to be playable through skill and persistence. Good luck, Commander. End User License Agreement (EULA) can be found here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Ballpins4 screens
x3r0TD3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Ballpins at none against x3r0TD's 9. Ballpins also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.5). On price and ads 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. x3r0TD sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Ballpins asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Ballpins versus x3r0TD: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBallpinsx3r0TD
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS12.0 — better26.5
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB11 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperShahar GalukmanJohan Jartelius

In-app purchases

None

Ballpins

No in-app purchases

9 purchases

x3r0TD

Subscriptions2
  • Vanguard$2.991 Month
  • Commander$5.991 Month
One-time7
  • Core Cache$1.99
  • Data Cache$1.99
  • Core Vault$3.99
Show 4 more
  • Flux Canister$3.99
  • Research Reset Gem$3.99
  • Data Vault$4.99
  • Flux Reservoir$8.99

Questions

Is Ballpins free?
Ballpins is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is x3r0TD free?
x3r0TD is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Ballpins or x3r0TD have ads?
Neither Ballpins nor x3r0TD shows ads.

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