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MLB vs BASEBALL 9

MLB 4.7★ · Free + IAP 75
Winner MLB
BASEBALL 9 4.5★ · Free + IAP 60

MLB is the clear choice for live game streaming and stats, while BASEBALL 9 is a good option for those seeking a casual, free-to-play baseball simulation game.

Full reviews: MLB · BASEBALL 9

MLB offers comprehensive live game streaming, stats, and news for real baseball fans, though it faces significant criticism for blackouts and technical issues. BASEBALL 9 is a mobile baseball simulation game praised for its fun gameplay but criticized for its grindy progression and perceived unfair mechanics.

Head to head

Features edge: MLBR2R4R5R6
MLB MLB is highly valued for its ability to provide live game viewing, stats, and news, making users feel like they are in the stadium R2R5R8. However, users frequently complain about blackouts preventing them from watching games they paid for R6R7R12R13. Some users also struggle to find specific content like standings or tickets within the app R4R28.
BASEBALL 9 BASEBALL 9 is praised for its fun gameplay, satisfying home runs, and cool in-game items R71. Users appreciate that items can be earned without always paying real money R71. However, some users desire additional features like a home run derby , controller support , or the ability to play with friends .
Ease of Use tieR1R3R28R30
MLB MLB users report issues with logging in, with the URL for password reset not loading R1. The app is described as hard to maneuver and slow to load screens R3R30. Some users experience difficulty casting to TVs R30 or finding specific content R28. There are also complaints about repetitive sign-in requirements and confusing time/date displays for international users .
BASEBALL 9 BASEBALL 9 is generally considered easy to get hooked on with smooth controls R70. However, some users find the hitting incredibly difficult and frustrating . The game's physics are criticized for balls going straight to fielders or not going where the indicator shows . Some users also find the game unintuitive in certain aspects, requiring external searches for how to use features R85.
Reliability tieR1R3R6R21
MLB MLB users frequently report connection loss R3 and the app being broken, preventing login R1. There are widespread issues with the app not opening or working on iPads, requiring reinstallation R21. Some users experience random blackouts R6 and problems with stories not loading .
BASEBALL 9 BASEBALL 9 users report issues with game saves not carrying over after reinstallation . Some users experience long download times and the game not working after upgrading to newer iPhone models . There are also complaints about badges being taken away and not receiving gems after winning .
Price/Value tieR7R10R24R37
MLB MLB users express significant frustration over the cost, with many feeling it's a waste of money R7R37. They complain about paying for subscriptions only to encounter blackouts R7R10R24R37 and needing additional subscriptions for more games R10. Users also feel that less games are available each year for the same price due to content being sold to other platforms .
BASEBALL 9 BASEBALL 9 is a free-to-play game where users appreciate being able to earn items without paying real money R71. However, many users criticize the progression system as being too grindy, forcing them to spend money to advance R70R85R87. Some find the in-app purchase prices ridiculous, with some packages costing over 1000 GBP .
Support tieR1
MLB One MLB user mentioned the developer suggested resetting their password, but the solution itself was broken R1. Beyond this, there is no specific mention of positive or negative support interactions in the provided reviews.
BASEBALL 9 There is no specific mention of customer support interactions in the provided reviews for BASEBALL 9.
Pick MLB if

You are a dedicated baseball fan who wants to watch live games, check stats, and follow your favorite teams, and are willing to navigate potential technical issues and blackout restrictions R2R5R8.

Pick BASEBALL 9 if

You are looking for a free-to-play mobile baseball simulation game with engaging gameplay and the ability to earn in-game items without constant spending, and you don't mind a potentially grindy progression system R71.

Evidence note: The reviews for MLB are heavily skewed towards issues with blackouts and technical problems, which might not fully reflect the experience of all users, especially those who do not subscribe to premium features. BASEBALL 9 reviews frequently mention the 'grind' and perceived unfair game mechanics, which is common feedback for free-to-play games designed to encourage in-app purchases.

Frequently asked

Can I watch live MLB games with the MLB app?
Yes, the MLB app allows users to watch live baseball games, with many users praising it for this feature R5R8. However, be aware of frequent complaints about regional blackouts that prevent viewing of certain games, even with a paid subscription R6R7R12.
Is BASEBALL 9 a free game?
Yes, BASEBALL 9 is a free-to-play game, and users appreciate that you can earn items without needing to pay real money R71. However, many reviews indicate that progression can become very slow and grindy in higher leagues, often pushing users towards in-app purchases to advance more quickly R70R85R87.
Does the MLB app have issues with blackouts?
Yes, the MLB app is widely criticized for frequent blackouts, with many users expressing frustration about paying for subscriptions and still being unable to watch games due to these restrictions R6R7R12R13.
Are there problems with BASEBALL 9's gameplay mechanics?
Many users report issues with BASEBALL 9's gameplay mechanics, describing hitting as difficult and frustrating , and outfielders making unrealistic catches R61R72. Some feel the game is rigged or scripted, with balls frequently going directly to fielders or unfair umpire calls R78R79.

What reviewers actually said

Built only from these 120 real reviews (foreign ones translated). Superscripts jump to the quote here. Apple has no per-review links, so [ref] opens that app's reviews on the App Store.

  1. [R2] MLB 5/5 · US The Best: My favorite for following baseball.
  2. [R4] MLB 1/5 · US Tx: Hard to find already purchased tickets
  3. [R5] MLB 5/5 · US Great app: This app shows me all I need to know having missed the games I want to see. Great job.
  4. [R6] MLB 3/5 · US Random blacksouts!: Great viewing. However when you pay for all the games you should get all the games.
  5. [R1] MLB 1/5 · US Junk app: Bought subscription, downloaded app. Guess what? App is broken and won't let me login, so no baseball for me. MLB, FIX THIS APP. Update: Developer said to reset my password. Too bad the ids.mlb.com URL won't load in whatever JS pop-up this app is using, therefore I STILL CAN'T LOGIN.
  6. [R3] MLB 3/5 · US Connection loss: Buy this channel every year and I lose connection loss. It doesn’t stay connected. It’s hard to maneuver, but I love the MLB follow the Yankees.
  7. [R28] MLB 1/5 · US Where is the can opener?: There is so much this app tries to do, I expected to be able to find a can opener someplace, or even a corkscrew, alas, it’s not there. Question One: Why is there no search function on this app? There is so much content that’s it’s impossible to find what you’re looking for. Question Two: Where do you find what the current standings are? I spent over five minutes lookin
  8. [R30] MLB 3/5 · US Mediocre: The app works well unless you want to cast to a TV or a ven through a smart TV app. Part of the time it won’t automatically go to the live feed and it also won’t cast right away. It takes a long time to load and at time won’t ever load so I’m forced to watch it on my phone or laptop instead of in a big tv.
  9. [R21] MLB 3/5 · US Great for iPhone / Sux for iPad: Works great w/my iPhone 14+, but absolutely sucks with my iPad Air 3rd Gen. App won’t open. Frequently have to delete and reinstall.
  10. [R7] MLB 1/5 · US Waste of money: $80 bucks just to watch one team. Weekly blackouts with games on other streaming services. Vizio TV’s don’t have or won’t allow the app, so if I try to mirror my iPad to the TV it is not allowed because it thinks I’m trying to record it. Bunch of BS.
  11. [R10] MLB 2/5 · US Another Subscription: Already paid for MLB + but in order to watch more games you need another subscription - WTH???
  12. [R24] MLB 3/5 · US Blackouts: Spent all that money. Extra for the mariners too. And still have blackouts? Every game on July 5th. BS
  13. [R37] MLB 1/5 · US Waste of money: Paid $99 for one team and half the games are blacked out or on other apps. Way overpriced.
  14. [R8] MLB 5/5 · US I feel as though…: …I’m in the stadium which is just across town 😃
  15. [R70] BASEBALL 9 1/5 · US Things that need improved!!!: I’ve played Baseball 9 for years, and it’s one of the best mobile baseball games available. The gameplay is fun, the controls are smooth, and it’s easy to get hooked. Unfortunately, the progression system has become so grindy that it’s taken the enjoyment out of the game. The biggest issue is the reward and upgrade system. Once you reach the higher leagues, leveling
  16. [R71] BASEBALL 9 5/5 · US Best baseball game: Like there’s nothing that I really need to say BASEBALL 9 is just a great game. It’s fun. It’s cool items in the game that you can earn and you can get items without needing to pay real money which is a great thing.
  17. [R85] BASEBALL 9 1/5 · US Grind fest: While the game mechanics are fun, there are a few things which are unintuitive, and take some googling to work out (e.g. how to use exp potions. However, by the far the biggest problem with the game is the scaling. Where you initially make rapid progress, within 40 games your pace has slowed considerably, and by 10 games into your second season, you’re going to have to start shelling
  18. [R87] BASEBALL 9 3/5 · GB Great game but..: This game is great one of the best out there however it costs far too much for everything and feels like you have to grind for years and years just to get anywhere and most that cost an absolute fortune shouldn’t even be costly at all so sadly this game will get boring take a zero off all the purchasing item etc
  19. [R12] MLB 3/5 · US Columbus Ohio: The blackouts for Columbus Ohio are ridiculous! If a club is playing in Pittsburgh there is no (zero) reason to blackout the game out in Columbus Oh. that is not a local game - no station is carrying the Pittsburgh games in Columbus. We barely get Cleveland or Cincinnati games here on any station here. The rule is simply idiotic.
  20. [R13] MLB 1/5 · US Too many blocked games: Whomp whomp
  21. [R61] BASEBALL 9 1/5 · US Literally ragebait: It’s a fun game when you do good, but the outfielders can make a 30 ft diving catch and still catch on the easiest difficulty. Every time it goes to the outfield they catch it this game is the dumbest thing ever
  22. [R72] BASEBALL 9 3/5 · US Great game ,but one problem: So when I hit it into the outfield and it hits the ground before it hits the outfielders glove it counts it as in out. It’s always doing this when it is close to the glove and hits the ground it’s in out, but other than that the game is addicting and fun.
  23. [R78] BASEBALL 9 3/5 · GB Fun but scripted: I enjoy playing this game but it seems to me that when you bat, it’s very common to hit it straight to the player or the exact same place time after time. I know i am not good enough to hit the same spot 3 times in a row
  24. [R79] BASEBALL 9 1/5 · US Terrible: rigged, awful umpires, rigged ABs/ outcomes... bad game... rigged for you to spend money

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store