Comparison

Blast Baseball vs Hit Track Pro

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

Head to head
About

Blast Baseball

This app uses bat sensor technology to analyze baseball swings. It records video, overlays swing metrics, and provides 3D swing analysis. Coaches can use it for player development and recruitment.

Highlights
  • Bat sensor integration
  • Automatic swing detection and video clipping
  • Overlay of swing metrics (Bat Speed, Time to Contact, etc.)
  • 3D swing path analysis
  • Live mode for real-time feedback
  • Side-by-side swing comparison
  • Mobile video analysis with voice-over
Features
Currently charting
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Train smarter and get better with the bat sensor technology used by nearly all the MLB teams. Simply attach the Blast Baseball Swing Analyzer or Personal Swing Trainer*** to any standard bat and your iPad or iPhone will do the rest. Record video of your swings in the Blast Baseball app* and the patented Smart Video Capture ™ technology will automatically identify your swings, clip your video, and overlay your swing metrics, synchronized at impact. (Bat Speed, Time to Contact, Attack Angle, etc.) With the 3D Swing Tracer, you can replay and analyze your swing path instantly. Live mode provides real-time feedback, allowing you to visualize your swing, make adjustments, and see the results. Compare your swing videos side-by-side or send them to a coach for further analysis. Players and coaches with a membership or free trial can utilize the app’s advanced functionality to automatically assess every swing for swing quality, providing insights in three areas that all great hitters possess: plane, connection, and rotation. Insights make it simple for coaches to evaluate players for recruitment and player development, with recommendations and drills for improvement. Coaches can also streamline coaching feedback through Mobile Video Analysis with voice-over recording and video markup tools. The Blast Baseball Swing Analyzer and Personal Swing Trainer*** are highly accurate, advanced 3D motion capture systems that record your swings. They use Bluetooth® Smart technology to connect to your iPhone or iPad. There’s no need to alter your natural swing. The Swing Analyzer / Personal Swing Trainer know when to dynamically power-up the patented motion detection algorithms to capture your metrics in real-time. They even store data on the Swing Analyzer / Personal Swing Trainer when your mobile device is out of range and download your actions to the Blast app as soon as you reconnect. With the Blast Baseball app* coaches, parents, and players of all ages can gain the insights they need to improve their swing and gain the competitive edge. * The Blast Baseball app requires the Blast Baseball Swing Analyzer or Personal Swing Trainer and the Blast bat attachment to collect data. The app currently supports English language and Imperial measurements. ** Requires a Blast Connect and Premium Services account and Swing Analyzer to provide advanced app, player, and coaching functionality. Blast Connect is an information and player management platform that features data trending, advanced reporting, roster management, mobile video analysis, and more. *** The Blast Baseball Swing Analyzer / Personal Swing Trainer, charger, and bat attachment are sold as packages. Separate purchase required – available from blastmotion.com. Privacy Policy: https://blastmotion.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://blastmotion.com/terms-of-service/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Hit Track Pro

This app helps softball and baseball coaches track player hits, analyze performance with visual charts, and scout opponents. Generate professional reports and sync data across devices. Designed for quick entry during games, it offers detailed analytics for strategic development.

Highlights
  • Record hit location, type, and pitch details
  • Color-coded spray charts for hitting patterns
  • Scout unlimited opponent teams with player rosters
  • Detailed analytics on hit types and pitch locations
  • Exportable professional PDF reports
  • iCloud sync across Apple devices
  • Offline functionality
Features
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Track, analyze, and scout opponent teams with Hit Track Pro – the ultimate hit tracking app built specifically for softball and baseball coaches. POWERFUL HIT TRACKING • Record every hit with location, type, and pitch details • Tap the field to mark exact hit locations • Track singles, doubles, triples, home runs, and outs • Color-coded spray charts show hitting patterns at a glance SCOUT MULTIPLE OPPONENTS • Track unlimited opponent teams • Each team has its own player roster • Organize players by lineup order • Quick team switching during games DETAILED ANALYTICS • Visual spray charts show where hitters send the ball • Hit type breakdown (singles, doubles, triples, HRs, outs) • Pitch location analysis (inside, outside, up, down, middle) • Filter stats by individual player or entire team • Date range filtering to focus on recent games PROFESSIONAL REPORTS • Export beautiful PDF reports with your team logo • Share via email, Messages, AirDrop, or save to Files • Perfect for sharing with players, parents, or fellow coaches • Date range included in exports ICLOUD SYNC • Seamlessly sync data across all your Apple devices • Access your scouting reports on iPhone and iPad • Automatic backup to iCloud keeps your data safe • Works offline – syncs automatically when connected BUILT FOR COACHES • Clean, intuitive interface designed for quick entry during games • Dark mode support for evening games • No learning curve – start tracking in seconds • No subscription required – one-time purchase • Privacy-focused – your data stays on your devices PERFECT FOR ALL LEVELS Whether you're coaching Little League, high school, travel ball, or competitive softball, Hit Track Pro gives you the insights you need to develop better game strategies and scout opponents effectively. Download Hit Track Pro and start tracking today!

Screenshots

Blast Baseball4 screens
Hit Track Pro4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hit Track Pro at 100% against Blast Baseball's 29%. Hit Track Pro also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). Blast Baseball's advantage is ratings volume (323 vs 3) and chart position (#71 vs unranked). On price, device support and iOS requirement 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. Blast Baseball sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Hit Track Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hit Track Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blast Baseball has 323 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 29% of Blast Baseball's written reviews are positive against 100% of Hit Track Pro's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blast Baseball ships an update every 4 weeks, Hit Track Pro every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard8 real differences · 3 level
Blast Baseball versus Hit Track Pro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlast BaseballHit Track Pro
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (323 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews29.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings323 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#71 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size363 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlast Motion, Inc.CROSSFIRE-FORE INC.

Customer experience

Blast Baseball

All ratings323 ratings
Positive51.1%
Neutral4.6%
Negative44.3%
Written reviews155 reviews
Positive29.0%
Neutral6.5%
Negative64.5%

Hit Track Pro

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Blast Baseball

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • App crashes on startup or during use
  • Bluetooth connectivity drops frequently
  • Swings fail to record or sync to cloud
  • Video upload and processing failures
  • App freezes during live capture sessions
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  • Offline swings fail to download
  • Ball flight data tracking inconsistent (50-60% failure rate)
  • Video export loses metrics and slow-motion features
  • App force closes and requires reinstall
  • Disk space not freed after deleting videos
  • App incompatible with certain iPad models
  • Audio only works intermittently
  • Sensor connection unstable and requires repeated reconnection
  • Sensor stuck on red light and won't connect
  • Data loss when app crashes mid-session
  • Excessive pop-up notifications
  • App performance degradation over time

Requested features

14 requests
  • User-selectable difficulty levels (novice, intermediate, expert)
  • Ability to overlay biometrics on video
  • Separate tracking for multiple children
  • iPad landscape mode support
  • Integration with GoPro for video capture
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  • In-app infographics explaining metrics and mechanics
  • Ball flight data integrated into main app (not separate paid app)
  • CSV data export functionality
  • Ability to bookmark videos
  • Better bat database with more current models
  • Simplified free tier with basic metrics
  • Grandfather clause for existing device owners
  • Exit velocity and swing decision timing tracking
  • Comparison tools between practice and in-game swings

Hit Track Pro

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Blast Baseball

Subscriptions2
  • BlastMotion Monthly1 Month trial$9.991 Month
  • BlastMotion Annual1 Month trial$74.901 Year
None

Hit Track Pro

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blast Baseball free?
Blast Baseball is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hit Track Pro free?
Hit Track Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Blast Baseball or Hit Track Pro?
Hit Track Pro is rated higher. Blast Baseball averages 3.1 out of 5 from 323 ratings, while Hit Track Pro averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Blast Baseball or Hit Track Pro have ads?
Blast Baseball shows ads; Hit Track Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Blast Baseball or Hit Track Pro?
Blast Baseball ships an update every 4 weeks, and Hit Track Pro every 6 days. Most recently, Blast Baseball was updated on October 19, 2026 and Hit Track Pro on October 7, 2026.

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