# BALL x PIT vs DAVE THE DIVER

The clearest difference is rating: BALL x PIT at 4.9 against DAVE THE DIVER's 4.2. BALL x PIT also leads on ratings volume (4.3K vs 345) and review sentiment (70% vs 58%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BALL x PIT sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and DAVE THE DIVER sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BALL x PIT holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BALL x PIT has 4.3K ratings behind it against 345, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of BALL x PIT's written reviews are positive against 58% of DAVE THE DIVER's.

BALL x PIT ships an update weekly, DAVE THE DIVER every 4 days. Both last shipped on November 9, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BALL x PIT | DAVE THE DIVER |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ball-x-pit/id6738703497/reviews)** | [4.2 (345 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dave-the-diver/id6759962259/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.3K** | 345 |
| Positive reviews | **70.3% of reviews** | 58.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#162** | — |
| Size | 457 MB | 3.4 GB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Devolver Digital, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/457410262) | [Mintrocket](https://appshunter.io/developer/1781600751) |

## What reviewers say

### BALL x PIT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ball-x-pit/id6738703497)

**Currently charting:** #162 Top Free · Adventure, #188 Top Grossing · Adventure (US App Store)

Engage in a brick-breaking, ball-fusing roguelite adventure. Battle enemies with ricocheting projectiles, gather resources, and build a new city. Recruit heroes and explore diverse realms in this fast-paced fantasy quest.

**Highlights:** Brick-breaking gameplay, Ball fusion system with 60+ randomized balls, Base building with 70+ unique structures, Hero recruitment and upgrades, Exploration of diverse realms, Roguelite progression

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Game | $14.99 | one-time |
| Full game | $14.99 | one-time |


### DAVE THE DIVER

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dave-the-diver/id6759962259)

Explore the ocean depths by day, catching fish and uncovering mysteries, then run a bustling sushi restaurant by night. This adventure, RPG, and management hybrid offers casual combat, resource gathering, and a charming narrative with a unique art style. A free trial is available before unlocking the full experience with a one-time purchase.

**Highlights:** Underwater exploration and fishing, Sushi restaurant management, Casual combat and gathering, Rogue-like elements, Character-driven narrative, Unique 2D/3D art style, Minigames and side quests

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| In the Jungle Content Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| DAVE THE DIVER Full Version | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BALL x PIT free?

BALL x PIT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DAVE THE DIVER free?

DAVE THE DIVER is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BALL x PIT or DAVE THE DIVER?

BALL x PIT is rated higher. BALL x PIT averages 4.9 out of 5 from 4.3K ratings, while DAVE THE DIVER averages 4.2 from 345 ratings.

### Do BALL x PIT or DAVE THE DIVER have ads?

Neither BALL x PIT nor DAVE THE DIVER shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BALL x PIT or DAVE THE DIVER?

BALL x PIT ships an update weekly, and DAVE THE DIVER every 4 days. Most recently, BALL x PIT was updated on November 9, 2026 and DAVE THE DIVER on November 9, 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.*