# Darts Match Live! vs Shuffleboard Master

The clearest difference is ads: Shuffleboard Master at none against Darts Match Live!'s shown. Shuffleboard Master also leads on review sentiment (77% vs 67%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.2). Darts Match Live!'s advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 11 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Darts Match Live! sells 9 one-off in-app purchases and Shuffleboard Master sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Darts Match Live! against 4.6 for Shuffleboard Master. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.9K and 2.5K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 67% of Darts Match Live!'s written reviews are positive against 77% of Shuffleboard Master's.

Darts Match Live! ships an update weekly, Shuffleboard Master every 11 months. Both last shipped on November 6, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Darts Match Live! | Shuffleboard Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (1.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darts-match-live/id922853976/reviews) | **[4.6 (2.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuffleboard-master/id1427860803/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1.9K | **2.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 66.5% of reviews | **76.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 11 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 377 MB | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.2 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Motionlab](https://appshunter.io/developer/661748917) | [Funnerware](https://appshunter.io/developer/674121296) |

## What reviewers say

### Darts Match Live!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/darts-match-live/id922853976)

Compete in real-time multiplayer darts matches against players worldwide or friends. Explore realistic venues and participate in tournaments for prizes. Customize your darts and engage with opponents through chat and emojis.

**Highlights:** Real-time multiplayer PVP matches, Dozens of realistic venues, Multiple game modes (501, 301, etc.), Multiplayer tournaments with prizes, Hundreds of customizable arrow sets, Emoji and chat packs for interaction

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Spin | $0.99 | one-time |
| Promotion 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Lucky Dart | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Promotion 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Promo 3 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $8.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Case of Coins | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎯 Realistic and accurate dart throwing
- 🌟 Addictive and challenging gameplay
- 🌐 Live online matches against real players
- 💯 Variety of game modes (301, Cricket, etc.)
- 🎨 Customizable darts and accessories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Unclear if opponents are real players or bots
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for better darts
- 🕰️ Short game durations (best-of-3 or best-of-5)
- 🙈 Lack of communication options (no chat)

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent dart throwing accuracy
- Opponent still present after leaving a match
- Challenges not updating correctly
- Coins disappearing after in-app purchases

**Requested features**

- Longer game formats (best-of-7, best-of-15)
- Higher stakes/higher prize money games
- Ability to play against friends in real-time
- More game modes (e.g., doubles, leagues, tournaments)
- Improved tutorial and guidance for new players


### Shuffleboard Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shuffleboard-master/id1427860803)

Experience a realistic 3D simulation of shuffleboard. Master your puck control against seven AI difficulty levels or challenge a friend in local multiplayer. Unlock fun power-ups and enjoy strategic gameplay.

**Highlights:** Realistic 3D shuffleboard simulation, 7 AI opponent levels, 2-player local multiplayer, Motion Streaks, Homing Pucks, Instant Replay

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stylish Pucks | $1.99 | one-time |
| Master Level Opponents | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Realistic and challenging experience
- 🎨 Beautiful and polished graphics
- 🔒 No intrusive ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate puck physics and scoring
- 🤖 Overpowered AI opponent
- 💰 Paywall to access higher levels
- 🕹️ Difficult controls and aiming

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or crashes occasionally
- Puck sometimes gets stuck on the edges
- Scoring not properly tallied in some cases

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode to play against friends
- More customization options for the game
- Ability to adjust difficulty settings
- Scoring system that matches real-world shuffleboard rules


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Darts Match Live! free?

Darts Match Live! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shuffleboard Master free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Darts Match Live! or Shuffleboard Master?

Shuffleboard Master is rated higher. Darts Match Live! averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while Shuffleboard Master averages 4.6 from 2.5K ratings.

### Do Darts Match Live! or Shuffleboard Master have ads?

Darts Match Live! shows ads; Shuffleboard Master does not.

### Which is updated more often, Darts Match Live! or Shuffleboard Master?

Darts Match Live! ships an update weekly, and Shuffleboard Master every 11 months. Most recently, Darts Match Live! was updated on November 6, 2026 and Shuffleboard Master 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.*