Since the advent of basketball, finding a group of players looking to play a game of pickup basketball has always been up to chance. However, with the rise of the internet and smartphones, multiple apps on both the iPhone and Android stores have emerged which look to connect players looking to play pickup basketball with one-another.
Below, we’re going to look at the best basketball pickup games apps for iPhone and Android. These apps will help you find other players near you looking to play a game of basketball. In addition, what’s great about these apps is that they all have a good number of members, meaning that at nearly any moment, there are other people around you looking to start a game.
All you have to do is download the app and start. Be sure to also check-out our review of the 10 best basketball apps for iPhone and Android users.
Fullcourt
Fullcourt is one of the original pickup game apps and is available for both iOS and Android devices. The app claims to be the first open platform to connect users with information about the basketball world, and we definitely believe them.
Within the ap, players have a space to share information about where games are currently being played, at any location around the world. With over 35,000 courts around the world, you’ll definitely find a location near you.
In addition, the Fullcourt app has an interactive map that allows users to share current court traffic and let others know just how many users are at the court. You can view this information from the comfort of your own home, without having to head to the court to verify.
Infinite Hoops
Infinite Hoops is similar to Fullcourt, however does have one feature that Fullcourt does not. In addition to offering information on the current number of players at a court, Infinite Hoops allows users to call next on a game, all within the app.
No longer will you need to call next verbally, which can be both confusing and slightly intimidating. Rather, utilizing the Infinite Hoops app, you can call next and make sure that your spot is not lost to anyone else.
In addition to being able to call next, we really liked the fact that you can join specific groups of teams within the app. This feature allows you to follow a specific group as they agree on a time and location to play pickup basketball. This feature takes the guess work out of finding a pickup basketball game and makes starting your next game all the easier.
Ballertag
Ballertag is another great basketball pickup game app and is available for both iOS and Android devices. Within the app, you are able to see active courts in real-time. In addition, the app allows you to add your home court and other basketball courts which may not be on the platform.
From within the app, you can search for available courts within a 25-mile radius. Within that radius, you can both schedule games and invite friends to join in. what we also really liked about this app is that you are able to send messages to other users, asking them to join a game or to verify the number of players on a court.
Pick-N-Play
Pick-N-Play is also available for both iOS and Android devices. Now, while the app does contain many of the same features as the apps mentioned above, it does have a few significant differences. In addition to being able to find and locate courts with active players, this app will also show you how long certain players have been at a specific court.
This feature allows you to gauge how much longer specific players will remain at a court and will allow you to assess whether or not it is worth it to join a game there. In addition, within the app you can set arrival times, allowing you to meetup with friends and other players.
Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, within the Pick-N-Play app, you are able to keep track of both team’s scores. This is particularly helpful for pickup basketball games where the score is typically kept track of by individual players on the court.
However, many times there may be some confusion on the score. By keeping track of the score, you are able to avoid confusion and disagreement on the court.
uballn
uballn is also available for both iOS and Android devices. And while the app contains many of the same features as the apps listed above,we felt that the app deserved an honorary mention for the social integration within the app. While many of the above apps do have integrations with Facebook, only uballn offers users rewards and discounts for using the app.
By inviting friends, confirming games, and confirming the number of players on a court, you will be rewarded with points which can be used to purchase merchandise on the app. Definitely a great incentive for users and for players to use the app and a feature that is lacking in any other app that we tested.