# Spin vs Block Buster Balls

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Block Buster Balls at 100% against Spin's 51%. Block Buster Balls also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.2) and update cadence (every 4 months vs every 13 months). Spin's advantage is ratings volume (193 vs 8) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 14.5). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Spin sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Block Buster Balls sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Block Buster Balls holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spin has 193 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 51% of Spin's written reviews are positive against 100% of Block Buster Balls's.

Spin ships an update every 13 months, Block Buster Balls every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spin | Block Buster Balls |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (193 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spin-a-tron-bubble-breaking/id828595124/reviews) | **[4.8 (8 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-buster-balls/id6468363204/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **193** | 8 |
| Positive reviews | 51.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 4 months** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 37 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 14.5 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [hit rolls](https://appshunter.io/developer/417005569) | [Funnerware](https://appshunter.io/developer/674121296) |

## What reviewers say

### Spin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spin-a-tron-bubble-breaking/id828595124)

Engage in an addictive bubble-breaking experience with a unique spinning mechanic. Enjoy unlimited fun with colorful graphics and stunning physics. This game offers strategic challenges and can be played offline.

**Highlights:** Addictive gameplay, Spinning shooter mechanic, Colorful graphics, Stunning physical effects, Strategic thinking, Offline play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 🚫 No WiFi or data required
- 🆓 Free to play with minimal ads
- 💡 Aim assist feature appreciated
- ✨ Simple, old-school game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📉 Poor aim arrow accuracy
- 💸 Pay-to-progress required
- 😵 Difficulty seeing ball color
- 📱 Formatting issues on new iPhones
- 📉 Game became easier after update

**Reported bugs**

- Game not formatted to fit screen (iPhone XR)
- Cannot see 'next up' bubble
- Game glitch on iPhone XR
- Game doesn't work with iOS 11
- Game closes immediately after opening

**Requested features**

- Save game progress to resume previous level
- Option to manually reset to level 1
- Consistent ball colors for colorblind users
- Ability to listen to music while playing
- Improve graphics quality


### Block Buster Balls

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-buster-balls/id6468363204)

Aim and shoot balls to break an army of blocks. Utilize special power-ups and strategic tools like laser sights and 2-balls to overcome tricky block types and survive. Track your progress and aim for high scores in this challenging twist on a classic concept.

**Highlights:** Laser Sight for precision aiming, 2-Balls for double damage, Rewind to restart levels, Power Blocks and powerups, Special block types (Boosters, Steelies, Ghosts, Portals), Progress tracking (games, blocks, score, damage-per-second)

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 25 Rewinds | $0.99 | one-time |
| 25 Laser Sights | $1.99 | one-time |
| Better Powerup Blocks | $2.99 | one-time |
| 25 2-Ball Damage Doublers | $2.99 | one-time |
| Block Blitz Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| More Powerup Blocks | $4.99 | one-time |
| Block Buster Combo | $5.99 | one-time |
| Block Buster Combo | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Spin free?

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

### Is Block Buster Balls free?

Block Buster Balls is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Spin or Block Buster Balls?

Block Buster Balls is rated higher. Spin averages 4.2 out of 5 from 193 ratings, while Block Buster Balls averages 4.8 from 8 ratings.

### Do Spin or Block Buster Balls have ads?

Neither Spin nor Block Buster Balls shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Spin or Block Buster Balls?

Spin ships an update every 13 months, and Block Buster Balls every 4 months. Most recently, Spin was updated on November 1, 2026 and Block Buster Balls on October 24, 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.*