# NextPitch Analytics vs Diamond Scout

The clearest difference is monetization model: Diamond Scout at free against NextPitch Analytics's freemium. NextPitch Analytics's advantage is ratings volume (8 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NextPitch Analytics sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Diamond Scout sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for NextPitch Analytics against 5.0 for Diamond Scout. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: NextPitch Analytics has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | NextPitch Analytics | Diamond Scout |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextpitch-analytics/id6752586526/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/diamond-scout/id6801950984/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | Weekly |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 56 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NextPitch Analytics, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1840049867) | [MICHAEL PAUL BENDER](https://appshunter.io/developer/6801950986) |

## What reviewers say

### NextPitch Analytics

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nextpitch-analytics/id6752586526)

This app provides instant pitching analytics for baseball and softball players, coaches, and families using just a smartphone. Track pitch location, type, outcome, and trends without any external hardware. Monitor player progress and team performance with detailed data insights.

**Highlights:** Instant pitching analytics, No cameras or sensors required, Strike rate and walk rate trends, Pitch location patterns, Arsenal breakdowns, Bullpen command tracking, Individual pitcher profiles

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Player Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Player Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Team Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| Player Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Team Monthly | $39.99 | per month |
| Player Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Organization Monthly | $49.99 | per month |
| Program Monthly | $69.99 | per month |
| Organization Monthly | $99.99 | per month |
| Team Annual | $299.99 | per year |
| Team Annual | $499.99 | per year |
| Organization Annual | $499.99 | per year |
| Program Annual | $699.99 | per year |


### Diamond Scout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/diamond-scout/id6801950984)

This app analyzes baseball play-by-play data to generate detailed scouting reports. It creates spray charts, batting lines, and defensive plans, offering insights into hitter tendencies and team strategies. Pocket cards for fielders and pitching reports are also included.

**Highlights:** Play-by-play analysis, Spray charts, Hitter tendencies, Defensive plans, Pitching reports, Pocket fielding cards, Team strategy insights

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diamond Scout Pro Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Diamond Scout Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NextPitch Analytics free?

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

### Is Diamond Scout free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NextPitch Analytics or Diamond Scout?

NextPitch Analytics and Diamond Scout are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 8 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do NextPitch Analytics or Diamond Scout have ads?

Neither NextPitch Analytics nor Diamond Scout shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, NextPitch Analytics or Diamond Scout?

NextPitch Analytics ships an update weekly, and Diamond Scout weekly. Most recently, NextPitch Analytics was updated on October 10, 2026 and Diamond Scout on October 14, 2026.

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