# War vs GunboundM

The clearest difference is review sentiment: GunboundM at 67% against War's 16%. GunboundM also leads on rating (4.4 vs 3.5) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). War's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. War sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and GunboundM sells 11 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GunboundM holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GunboundM has 1.8K ratings behind it against 118, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 16% of War's written reviews are positive against 67% of GunboundM's.

War ships an update every 3 weeks, GunboundM every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | War | GunboundM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.5 (118 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/war-grow/id1026149171/reviews) | **[4.4 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunboundm/id1221174690/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 118 | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 16.4% of reviews | **66.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 203 MB | 400 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Grow](https://appshunter.io/developer/602663487) | [DargomStudio Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1221174689) |

## What reviewers say

### War

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/war-grow/id1026149171)

Engage in strategic multiplayer board combat with two distinct game modes: Classic Game and Roman Empire. Play locally with friends on a single device or compete online against others worldwide. Enjoy fast-paced matches and a dynamic gameplay experience.

**Highlights:** Two game modes: Classic and Roman Empire, Local multiplayer for up to 6 players, Online multiplayer with smart matching, Play against the computer, Add and challenge friends online, Ranking system

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Assina já, Grow Games! | $3.99 | per month |
| Play Unlimited, monthly subs. | $3.99 | per month |
| Assine já, Grow Games! | $8.99 | per 3 months |
| Play Unlimited, with discount | $29.99 | per year |
| Assine já war. | $32.99 | per year |
| Pacote de convites | $0.99 | one-time |
| Comprar 15 energias | $0.99 | one-time |
| Compre W$ 100 WAR Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Completar Energia | $1.99 | one-time |
| Comprar 30 energias | $1.99 | one-time |
| Inscrição para o Torneio Atual | $1.99 | one-time |
| Compre W$ 500 WAR Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Comprar 50 energias | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remova todos os Anúncios | $9.99 | one-time |


### GunboundM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gunboundm/id1221174690)

Engage in turn-based online PvP battles with customizable tanks and diverse weaponry. Collect unique avatar riders, each with special skills, to strategize your way to victory in seasonal competitions.

**Highlights:** Turn-based online PvP battles, Customizable tanks and weapons, Team-based strategic combat, Seasonal competitions and rewards, Avatar rider collection with skills

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 30 Gems | $2.49 | one-time |
| Start Package | $2.49 | one-time |
| VIP one week ticket | $2.49 | one-time |
| 50 Gems | $4.49 | one-time |
| Basic Mobile Extension | $4.49 | one-time |
| 100 Gems | $8.99 | one-time |
| Thema Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Mung Knights Set | $21.99 | one-time |
| 330 Gems | $25.99 | one-time |
| 600 Gems | $43.99 | one-time |
| 1,300 Gems | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Sick game
- 🚀 Addictive and fun
- 🚀 Nostalgic and brings back memories
- 🚀 Great mobile adaptation of the PC game
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay and mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and connection issues
- 🔒 Pay-to-win mechanics
- 🔒 Unfair matchmaking and skill levels
- 🔒 Lack of customization options
- 🔒 Repetitive and grindy

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes during matches
- Freezing and lag issues
- Matchmaking problems and unbalanced opponents
- Inability to rejoin matches after disconnects

**Requested features**

- Add 3v3 or 4v4 team modes
- Implement a friends list and ability to play with friends
- Bring back classic gameplay elements like the power bar
- Improve the in-game chat and communication features
- Expand the avatar and mobile customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is War free?

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

### Is GunboundM free?

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

### Which has better reviews, War or GunboundM?

GunboundM is rated higher. War averages 3.5 out of 5 from 118 ratings, while GunboundM averages 4.4 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do War or GunboundM have ads?

GunboundM shows ads; War does not.

### Which is updated more often, War or GunboundM?

War ships an update every 3 weeks, and GunboundM every 6 days. Most recently, War was updated on October 26, 2026 and GunboundM on October 28, 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.*