# 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile vs Salotto

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile at none against Salotto's 12. 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 67%) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Salotto sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.49 per month. 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.1 for 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile against 4.2 for Salotto. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 38 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile's written reviews are positive against 67% of Salotto's.

9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile ships an update every 10 days, Salotto every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile | Salotto |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/9ball-scoremaster-mobile/id690805622/reviews) | **[4.2 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salotto/id1475557928/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **38** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 128 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Michael Hardin](https://appshunter.io/developer/688858571) | [Salotto LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1475557927) |

## What reviewers say

### 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/9ball-scoremaster-mobile/id690805622)

This app simplifies scorekeeping for the 9-ball pool game, specifically for the 10-point rack system used in popular leagues. It tracks all relevant statistics and allows for practice sessions in the scoring format, making 9-ball scorekeeping more enjoyable without needing pen and paper.

**Highlights:** 10 point rack 9Ball scoring system, Scorekeeping for popular leagues, Tracks relevant stats, Practice mode, Eliminates need for pen and paper

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Salotto

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salotto/id1475557928)

Connect with pool players, find competitive matches, and track your ranking globally. Participate in tournaments and improve your FargoRating. Designed for all skill levels, from beginners to pros.

**Highlights:** Connect with local and global pool players, Find and join competitive matches, Track your global and regional ranking, Compete for tournament invitations and prizes, Optional FargoRating integration, Real-time statistics

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Salotto Monthly Discount | $2.49 | per month |
| Pro Monthly Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Annual Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Pay as you Play | $0.99 | one-time |
| Submit 1-10 Games | $1.99 | one-time |
| Submit 1-10 Games To FargoRate | $2.99 | one-time |
| Submit 11-15 Games | $3.99 | one-time |
| Submit 16-25 Games | $4.99 | one-time |
| Submit 11-15 Games | $4.99 | one-time |
| Submit 16-25 Games | $5.99 | one-time |
| Golden Ticket | $10.00 | one-time |
| Salotto Pro and MOB Hit List | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile free?

9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Salotto free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile or Salotto?

Salotto is rated higher. 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile averages 4.1 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Salotto averages 4.2 from 38 ratings.

### Do 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile or Salotto have ads?

Neither 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile nor Salotto shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile or Salotto?

9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile ships an update every 10 days, and Salotto every 3 weeks. Most recently, 9Ball ScoreMaster Mobile was updated on October 3, 2026 and Salotto on October 14, 2026.

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