# Roco NEXT Generation vs Red Planet Explorer Pinball

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Red Planet Explorer Pinball at 61% against Roco NEXT Generation's 0%. Red Planet Explorer Pinball also leads on rating (3.8 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (322 vs 1). Roco NEXT Generation's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Red Planet Explorer Pinball sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Roco NEXT Generation asks for nothing beyond the download.

Red Planet Explorer Pinball holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Red Planet Explorer Pinball has 322 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Roco NEXT Generation's written reviews are positive against 61% of Red Planet Explorer Pinball's.

Roco NEXT Generation ships an update monthly, Red Planet Explorer Pinball every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roco NEXT Generation | Red Planet Explorer Pinball |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roco-next-generation/id913873900/reviews) | **[3.8 (322 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/red-planet-explorer-pinball/id956845710/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **322** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **61.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 16 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 13 MB | 95 MB |
| Requires iOS | **5.1.1** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Modelleisenbahn GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/533805542) | [BrainVault Games, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/967022364) |

## What reviewers say

### Roco NEXT Generation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roco-next-generation/id913873900)

This app merges real model train control with digital games, including targeted travel and logic quizzes. Players can immerse themselves in narrative worlds and extend them with craft activities, offering a unique interactive experience for families.

**Highlights:** Digital control of real model trains, Targeted travel games, Logical quizzes, Multiplayer games, Narrative-driven gameplay, Craft worksheets and instructions

**In-app purchases:** none


### Red Planet Explorer Pinball

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/red-planet-explorer-pinball/id956845710)

Experience an intergalactic pinball adventure set on Mars. This award-winning game offers hours of entertainment with realistic physics and stunning graphics, bringing the pinball experience to your device.

**Highlights:** Intergalactic pinball adventure, Mars Expedition table, Award-winning design, Realistic physics, Gorgeous graphics, Hours of entertainment

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ball Saver x15 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Extra Ball x10 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Multiball x15 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cheats Pack | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Great graphics and visual design
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable gameplay
- ⚡ Smooth performance and no glitches
- 🎮 Good pinball mechanics and flipper control
- 📱 Works well on iPad/mobile devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay
- ⚠️ Only one ball in free version
- 💔 Missing full version from app store
- 🛒 In-app purchase system broken/unavailable
- 😤 Ads appear mid-game causing ball loss

**Reported bugs**

- In-app purchases not found in store
- Ad removal purchase unavailable
- Ball goes straight between flippers
- App not available in Canada
- Ads interrupt mid-game causing ball drain

**Requested features**

- More free balls per game
- Remove or reduce ad frequency
- Restore full version to app store
- Fix in-app purchase functionality
- Basic tutorial for new players


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roco NEXT Generation free?

Roco NEXT Generation is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Red Planet Explorer Pinball free?

Red Planet Explorer Pinball is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Roco NEXT Generation or Red Planet Explorer Pinball?

Red Planet Explorer Pinball is rated higher. Roco NEXT Generation averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Red Planet Explorer Pinball averages 3.8 from 322 ratings.

### Do Roco NEXT Generation or Red Planet Explorer Pinball have ads?

Red Planet Explorer Pinball shows ads; Roco NEXT Generation does not.

### Which is updated more often, Roco NEXT Generation or Red Planet Explorer Pinball?

Roco NEXT Generation ships an update monthly, and Red Planet Explorer Pinball every 16 months. Most recently, Roco NEXT Generation was updated on November 1, 2026 and Red Planet Explorer Pinball on November 6, 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.*