Comparison

Dr. Dave Billiards vs RackerTracker

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

Head to head
About

Dr. Dave Billiards

Access a comprehensive library of expert pool instruction videos. Learn fundamentals, advanced techniques, and strategies for various pool games. Stream or own content, with options for individual purchases or all-access subscriptions.

Highlights
  • Extensive video library covering all aspects of pool
  • Structured drills for skill development
  • Strategy and decision-making for different games
  • Aiming systems and specialty shot techniques
  • Chapter markers and bookmarking for easy navigation
  • Cross-device purchase and progress syncing
  • Free content previews
Features
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Learn pool with Dr. Dave. Dr. Dave Billiards brings Dr. Dave's official instructional video library to your phone and tablet. Whether you're learning fundamentals or sharpening tournament-level skills, stream expert instruction anywhere - at home or right at the table. DEEP VIDEO LIBRARY - Video Encyclopedia of Pool Shots (VEPS) - shots from fundamentals to advanced specialty techniques - Video Encyclopedia of Pool Practice (VEPP) - structured drills to build real, lasting skill - Video Encyclopedia of Eight Ball - strategy, position play, and defensive decision-making - Video Encyclopedia of Nine-Ball and Ten-Ball (VENT) - pattern play and execution for rotation games - Video Encyclopedia of One Pocket (VEOP) - tactics and table management for one-pocket - How to Aim Pool Shots - standard aiming, sidespin adjustments, and specialty-shot systems - System for Aiming With Sidespin (SAWS) - Dr. Dave's dedicated system for compensating for squirt, swerve, and throw - Billiard University (BU) Instructional Series - fundamentals, drills, and exam-based skill development - The Illustrated Principles of Pool and Billiards - the companion video to the classic book BUILT FOR LEARNING AT THE TABLE - Chapter markers to jump straight to the shot or drill you need - Skip back to rewatch a move without losing your place - Save timestamped bookmarks with optional notes - Continue Watching picks up exactly where you left off - Search across every series, volume, and chapter WATCH FREE PREVIEWS Preview content lets you see the quality of the instruction before you buy. OWN IT OR STREAM IT ALL Buy individual volumes, purchase a complete series, or subscribe for all-access streaming. Your purchases and progress sync across your devices. ABOUT DR. DAVE Dr. Dave Alciatore is a retired engineering professor, PBIA Master Instructor, and the author of The Illustrated Principles of Pool and Billiards. His clear, science-based teaching helps players understand not just how shots work, but why - through his books, articles, and videos. Download Dr. Dave Billiards and start playing better pool today. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

RackerTracker

Easily manage and participate in pool tournaments, from local leagues to larger events. Organizers can create brackets and track scores automatically, while players can build profiles and monitor their progress.

Highlights
  • Create single/double-elimination brackets
  • Supports 8-ball and 9-ball
  • Live scoring and automatic progression
  • Player profiles with FargoRate integration
  • Track results and history
  • Manage multiple tournaments
Features
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RackerTracker is the easiest way to run and play in pool tournaments — from your weekly bar league to a full 8-ball or 9-ball bracket. Built for tournament directors and players alike, RackerTracker takes the paper, whiteboards, and guesswork out of running an event. Create a bracket in seconds, add players, and let the app handle the matchups, scoring, and standings automatically. FOR ORGANIZERS • Create single or double-elimination brackets for 8-ball, 9-ball, and more • Add players fast, seed by skill, and start your event in minutes • Live scoring and automatic bracket progression — no more redrawing by hand • Run and manage multiple tournaments, all in one place FOR PLAYERS • Build your player profile and link your official FargoRate rating • See your upcoming matches, table assignments, and live bracket position • Track your results and history across every event you play • Find and connect with other players WHY RACKERTRACKER • Purpose-built for pool — 8-ball, 9-ball, and beyond • Clean, fast, and designed to be used tableside on your phone • FargoRate integration for accurate, up-to-date skill ratings • Free to download and play; organizers can run unlimited events with an Organizer subscription Whether you're running a Tuesday-night league or a weekend shootout, RackerTracker keeps your tournament moving so you can focus on the game. Rack 'em up. SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Organizer Monthly — $19.99/month. Organizer Annual — $199.99/year. Both start with a 7-day free trial. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period, and your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the period. Manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your Apple ID Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when a subscription is purchased. A Single Tournament Credit ($4.99) is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ RackerTracker Terms: https://pool-tournament-dashboard.web.app/terms-and-conditions.html Privacy Policy: https://pool-tournament-dashboard.web.app/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Dr. Dave Billiards4 screens
RackerTracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: RackerTracker at weekly against Dr. Dave Billiards's every 6 weeks. On price, rating, ratings volume 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. Dr. Dave Billiards sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and RackerTracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Dr. Dave Billiards against 5.0 for RackerTracker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Dr. Dave Billiards ships an update every 6 weeks, RackerTracker weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Dr. Dave Billiards versus RackerTracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDr. Dave BilliardsRackerTracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRazor PoolTHE HEARTH & HOLLOW LLC

Customer experience

Dr. Dave Billiards

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

RackerTracker

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

20 purchases

Dr. Dave Billiards

Subscriptions2
  • All Access Monthly$14.991 Month
  • All Access Annual$119.991 Year
One-time18
  • Illustrated Principles of Pool$9.99
  • System for Aiming With Sidespin$9.99
  • VENT Vol. 4: Safety Play$9.99
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  • VEPP Vol. 3: Patterns & Safety$9.99
  • VEPS Vol. 4: Banks & Kicks$9.99
  • VENT Vol. 5: Advanced Shots$9.99
  • VEOP Vol. 3: Defensive Play$9.99
  • VEPP Vol. 2: Position & English$9.99
  • VEOP Vol. 4: Bank & Kick Systems$9.99
  • VEPS Vol. 1: Shot Making & Position$9.99
  • VEPS Vol. 2: English & Position$9.99
  • VEPS Vol. 5: Skill & Specialty$9.99
  • BU Instructional Video Series$24.99
  • How to Aim Pool Shots$24.99
  • Video Encyclopedia of Pool Practice$42.99
  • Video Encyclopedia of 9 & 10-ball$42.99
  • Video Encyclopedia of Pool Shots$42.99
  • All Access Lifetime$249.99
4 purchases

RackerTracker

Subscriptions3
  • Premium Player$4.991 Month
  • Organizer — Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Organizer — Annual7 Days trial$199.991 Year
One-time1
  • Single Tournament Credit$4.99

Questions

Is Dr. Dave Billiards free?
Dr. Dave Billiards is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RackerTracker free?
RackerTracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Dr. Dave Billiards or RackerTracker?
Dr. Dave Billiards and RackerTracker are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do Dr. Dave Billiards or RackerTracker have ads?
Neither Dr. Dave Billiards nor RackerTracker shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Dr. Dave Billiards or RackerTracker?
Dr. Dave Billiards ships an update every 6 weeks, and RackerTracker weekly. Most recently, Dr. Dave Billiards was updated on October 24, 2026 and RackerTracker on October 24, 2026.

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