# QB Hero vs Touchdown Manager

The clearest difference is ads: QB Hero at none against Touchdown Manager's shown. QB Hero also leads on review sentiment (94% vs 70%) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13.0). Touchdown Manager's advantage is ratings volume (634 vs 110). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. QB Hero sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Touchdown Manager sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

QB Hero holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Touchdown Manager has 634 ratings behind it against 110, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 94% of QB Hero's written reviews are positive against 70% of Touchdown Manager's.

QB Hero ships an update every 2 months, Touchdown Manager every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | QB Hero | Touchdown Manager |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (110 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qb-hero/id1011415692/reviews)** | [4.4 (634 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchdown-manager/id1160354175/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 110 | **634** |
| Positive reviews | **94.3% of reviews** | 70.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 29 MB | 94 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ryan Warren](https://appshunter.io/developer/989646131) | [Sweet Nitro SL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1259100707) |

## What reviewers say

### QB Hero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/qb-hero/id1011415692)

Step up as the quarterback and hit as many wideouts as possible as they run for the end zone. Perfect hits add fire to the game and earn gems. Customize your gear, unlock new game modes, and compete on leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Touch, drag, and release controls, Hit wideouts for points, Earn gems for perfect hits, Customize footballs and helmets, Unlock new game modes (Time Trial, Challenge), Compete on Game Center leaderboards, Earn trophies and achievements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add 500 Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add 1500 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add 5000 Gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All & Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable
- 🏆 Challenging
- 🎮 Great for passing time
- 💯 Well-designed

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Difficult to control throws initially
- 🤏 Small hitbox for perfect throws
- 🐌 Receivers start slow then sprint
- 📉 Some elements contradict gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes phone when music plays
- Challenge mode glitches with no balls
- App closes unexpectedly

**Requested features**

- Improve receiver catching mechanics
- Adjust throw difficulty for perfects


### Touchdown Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchdown-manager/id1160354175)

Manage your own football club, train players, and develop winning strategies. Compete against others in various leagues and tournaments to prove your coaching prowess. Experience realistic matches and build your dream team.

**Highlights:** Create and manage a football club, Advanced player training, Live player bidding system, Customizable team strategies, Real-time match simulations, Multiple competition types

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50 Gold Balls | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Gold Balls | $9.99 | one-time |
| 200 Gold Balls | $19.99 | one-time |
| 500 Gold Balls | $49.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Gold Balls | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and simple game
- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 💡 Great football management experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitchy gameplay and AI issues
- 💰 Heavy focus on in-app purchases to progress
- 🕰️ Slow progression without spending money
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when selecting offensive plays
- Incorrect player positioning on special teams
- Issues with in-app purchases not being delivered

**Requested features**

- More control over defensive formations and strategies
- Ability to customize plays and formations
- Improved league and trading features
- Addition of a basketball game mode


## Frequently asked questions

### Is QB Hero free?

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

### Is Touchdown Manager free?

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

### Which has better reviews, QB Hero or Touchdown Manager?

QB Hero is rated higher. QB Hero averages 4.6 out of 5 from 110 ratings, while Touchdown Manager averages 4.4 from 634 ratings.

### Do QB Hero or Touchdown Manager have ads?

Touchdown Manager shows ads; QB Hero does not.

### Which is updated more often, QB Hero or Touchdown Manager?

QB Hero ships an update every 2 months, and Touchdown Manager every 3 months. Most recently, QB Hero was updated on October 13, 2026 and Touchdown Manager on October 12, 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.*