Comparison

PitchSim vs Pitch Calling IQ

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

Head to head
About

PitchSim

Features
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PitchSim visualizes baseball pitch trajectories through physics simulation. Without throwing a single ball, just adjust velocity, spin rate, spin axis, and gyro spin to see how 15 pitch types move in real time — from a 4-seam fastball to a knuckleball. [Who It's For] · Fans who want to understand why Darvish's slider breaks the way it does · Pitchers and coaches who want to learn spin axis and gyro effects without a Rapsodo · Physics enthusiasts who want to experience the Magnus effect and Seam-Shifted Wake firsthand [Features] ■ 15 Pitch Presets 4-Seam Fastball, 2-Seam Fastball, Sinker, Changeup, Curveball, Slider, Gyro Slider, Cutter, Sweeper, Shoot, Splitter, Forkball, Knuckleball, SSW Demo ↘, SSW Demo ↖ ■ 3D View (4 Angles) Catcher, Right-Hand Batter, Left-Hand Batter, and Orbit views. Freely rotate in Orbit mode to see the full 3D trajectory. ■ Parameter Control Adjust velocity, spin rate, spin axis, and gyro spin with sliders. Changes reflect instantly in the 3D view. ■ Freeze at Zone Pause the ball exactly as it reaches the front of the strike zone. Compare ABS (Automated Ball-Strike) and rulebook judgements side by side. ■ Pitch Comparison (up to 8) Overlay multiple pitches to compare trajectories visually. Great for understanding pitch sequencing and tunneling. ■ Stats Panel Displays horizontal break, vertical break (IVB), exit velocity, and hop component — all in Statcast-compatible units (cm / inches). ■ 2D Views Switch between pitcher's-eye and top-down views for horizontal break analysis. [Physics Model] Based on Alan Nathan's baseball physics model (University of Illinois). Implements Magnus force, aerodynamic drag, gyro spin effects, and seam drag. v2.0 adds SSW (Seam-Shifted Wake) — a physics-based model of the asymmetric wake caused by seam orientation, improving accuracy for sliders, cutters, sinkers, and other seam-sensitive pitches. Calibrated against Statcast data. [Free vs. Full Access] Free: 6 pitches (Fastball, Curveball, Slider, SSW Demo ↘, SSW Demo ↖, Knuckleball), Catcher view only PitchSim First (one-time purchase): All 15 pitches, 4 views, Freeze, Pitch Comparison, Stats, and SSW auto-optimization Design pitches. Understand the physics. No ball required.

About

Pitch Calling IQ

This app helps baseball and softball players train pitch calling together, even asynchronously. Users independently call pitches for the same game scenarios and then compare their thinking to improve communication and strategy.

Highlights
  • Independent pitch calling for shared scenarios
  • Sync Report with pitch comparison
  • Real game situation simulations
  • Support for baseball and softball pitches
  • Asynchronous session functionality
  • Pitch-by-pitch breakdown (Pro)
Features
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Must have for Pitchers and Catchers. PitchCallingIQ is the pitch-calling sync trainer for baseball and softball. You and a partner each call pitches independently — same scenarios, same count, same situation — then come together to discuss where your thinking matched and where it didn't. It's not just about the score. It's about the conversation that follows. The debrief between a pitcher and catcher before they take the mound. The discussion between a player and coach about how they read a 3-2 count with runners on. The moment a parent understands why their kid threw a dropball low and away. PitchCallingIQ creates the shared context that makes those conversations possible. HOW IT WORKS The session creator picks the sport, pitches, and their role. Your partner joins using a session code and picks their role — the same pitch list is shared automatically. Work through the same real game scenarios — inning, count, outs, batter tendencies, swing timing, base runners, weather — and lock in your call independently. Neither player sees the other's call until you're both done. The Sync Report reveals your pitch vs. your partner's side by side: location accuracy, zone awareness, full sync score, and pattern analysis showing exactly what to talk through before your next game. REAL GAME SITUATIONS Over 15 billion unique scenario combinations across baseball and softball. Every session draws from real game context. Choose 10, 15, or 25 scenarios. No two sessions are ever the same. BOTH SPORTS FULLY SUPPORTED Baseball: 4 Seam, 2 Seam, Slider, Curveball, Changeup, Sinker, Cutter, Splitter, Forkball, Sweeper, Knuckleball. Softball: Fastball, Dropball, Riseball, Changeup, Curveball, Screwball, Off-speed. WHO IT'S FOR Pitchers and catchers building battery chemistry. Coaches who want to see how players read situations. Players and parents who want a shared language. Travel ball coaches evaluating how their battery reads pressure. High school and college players preparing for the next level. WORKS ACROSS TIME AND DISTANCE Sessions are async — your partner doesn't need to be online at the same time. Create a session, share your code via iMessage, complete your scenarios whenever works. The Sync Report unlocks the moment you're both done. PRO The sync score is free every session. Pro unlocks the full report: pitch-by-pitch breakdown, location accuracy, zone awareness, pattern analysis, and coaching insights. Weekly $2.99/week · Monthly $6.99/month · Lifetime $49.99 Start with a 7-day free trial — no charge until it ends, cancel anytime. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Same page. Every pitch. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://onbaseiq.com/pitchcallingiq-privacy

Screenshots

PitchSim4 screens
Pitch Calling IQ4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PitchSim at every 2 weeks against Pitch Calling IQ's every 3 weeks. Pitch Calling IQ's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. PitchSim sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pitch Calling IQ sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PitchSim ships an update every 2 weeks, Pitch Calling IQ every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
PitchSim versus Pitch Calling IQ: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPitchSimPitch Calling IQ
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS26.017.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHIROSHI YASUNAGAOnBaseIQ, LLC

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PitchSim

One-time1
  • PitchSim First (Full Access)$9.99
3 purchases

Pitch Calling IQ

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly7 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
One-time1
  • Lifetime$49.99

Questions

Is PitchSim free?
PitchSim is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Pitch Calling IQ free?
Pitch Calling IQ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do PitchSim or Pitch Calling IQ have ads?
Neither PitchSim nor Pitch Calling IQ shows ads.
Which is updated more often, PitchSim or Pitch Calling IQ?
PitchSim ships an update every 2 weeks, and Pitch Calling IQ every 3 weeks. Most recently, PitchSim was updated on November 5, 2026 and Pitch Calling IQ on November 5, 2026.

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