# Inning Eater (Baseball game) vs Alpaca Ball

The clearest difference is rating: Inning Eater (Baseball game) at 4.5 against Alpaca Ball's 3.0. Inning Eater (Baseball game) also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 18 months) and ratings volume (291 vs 2). Alpaca Ball's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Inning Eater (Baseball game) sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Alpaca Ball asks for nothing beyond the download.

Inning Eater (Baseball game) holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Inning Eater (Baseball game) has 291 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 73% of Inning Eater (Baseball game)'s written reviews are positive against 78% of Alpaca Ball's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Inning Eater (Baseball game) ships an update every 4 days, Alpaca Ball every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Inning Eater (Baseball game) | Alpaca Ball |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (291 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inning-eater-baseball-game/id819402402/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alpaca-ball/id849390434/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **291** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 72.6% of reviews | **78.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 18 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 185 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **5.1.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [JeongMan Park](https://appshunter.io/developer/427788213) | [marge co., ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331850369) |

## What reviewers say

### Inning Eater (Baseball game)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inning-eater-baseball-game/id819402402)

Test your batting prowess against players globally in this realistic baseball simulator. Master diverse pitches and strategic hitting to climb the ranks. Focus on timing and accuracy to hit pitches within the strike zone for high scores.

**Highlights:** Global multiplayer batting challenges, Realistic pitch variety (fastball, curveball, slider, etc.), Advanced pitch movement simulation, Strategic batting eye mechanics, Ranking system and challenges

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ball set -A- | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ball set -B- | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ball set -C- | $2.99 | one-time |
| Ball set -D- | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ball set -E- | $6.99 | one-time |
| Ball set -F- | $9.99 | one-time |
| Maximum Hearts X10 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ball set -G- | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ball set -H- | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⚾ Realistic pitching physics and ball mechanics
- 🎮 Highly addictive and engaging gameplay
- 🧠 Challenging and requires skill/strategy
- ⏱️ Great time-killer for quick sessions
- 🎯 Realistic batting simulation experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Swing input not registering on center pitches
- ⚠️ Strike zone call inconsistencies
- 🎮 Limited gameplay variety and repetitive
- ⏳ Slow progression and level advancement
- 🎭 Lack of diversity in crowd/player representation

**Reported bugs**

- Swing not registering on pitches down the middle
- Game lag after hitting the ball
- Login/sign-in issues causing app crashes
- Strike zone inconsistencies on edge pitches
- Foul ball detection errors

**Requested features**

- Pitching mechanic/gameplay
- Multiplayer and PvP modes
- Batter point-of-view camera option
- Season mode and team play
- Better stat tracking (batting average, HR count, etc.)


### Alpaca Ball

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alpaca-ball/id849390434)

Control an alpaca to rhythmically extend its neck and carry a beach ball. Avoid dropping the ball or letting it burst by being inserted into an alpaca. Progress through five stages to uncover the story's conclusion.

**Highlights:** Rhythmic neck extension gameplay, Beach ball carrying mechanic, Avoid falling or bursting the ball, Five distinct stages, Uncover a hidden story

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Inning Eater (Baseball game) free?

Inning Eater (Baseball game) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Alpaca Ball free?

Alpaca Ball is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Inning Eater (Baseball game) or Alpaca Ball?

Inning Eater (Baseball game) is rated higher. Inning Eater (Baseball game) averages 4.5 out of 5 from 291 ratings, while Alpaca Ball averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Inning Eater (Baseball game) or Alpaca Ball have ads?

Inning Eater (Baseball game) shows ads; Alpaca Ball does not.

### Which is updated more often, Inning Eater (Baseball game) or Alpaca Ball?

Inning Eater (Baseball game) ships an update every 4 days, and Alpaca Ball every 18 months. Most recently, Inning Eater (Baseball game) was updated on October 15, 2026 and Alpaca Ball on October 14, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*