Comparison

Stacker vs Arcade Live

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Stacker

A challenging tap-to-stack game where players aim to build towers by placing squares precisely. Reach the top of each stack to complete the game. It's designed to be difficult but fun.

Highlights
  • Tap to place squares
  • Build towers vertically
  • Complete all stacks to finish
  • Challenging gameplay
  • Simple controls
Features
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Hey guys! There is a new challenger to complete stacker! Hahahahahah! It's impossible to complete this simple game! The rules are simple: - Tap to add a square, one above the other. - Get to the top to complete a stack. - Complete all stacks for finish Stacker! Good Luck! Have fun!

About

Arcade Live

Experience authentic arcade gameplay live on your device. Control popular arcade games from anywhere and have your winnings shipped directly to you for free. Enjoy a vast selection of popular prizes and exclusive, high-quality arcade machines.

Highlights
  • Live arcade gameplay
  • Control games remotely
  • Free prize shipping
  • Hundreds of popular prizes
  • Exclusive, high-quality arcade games
  • Available on multiple devices
Features
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Ready for an AUTHENTIC online arcade experience? Arcade LIVE is the next generation of live arcade gameplay! Imagine playing the most popular arcade games in the world live on your phone, computer, or tablet! You can control and see the gameplay from anywhere, at any time. When you win a prize, we ship FREE directly to you! Arcade LIVE is the result of a team of seasoned arcade operators, each with a wealth of experience spanning over 50 years. We understand that a great arcade is more than just cranes and cheap prizes. It's a place that caters to all ages and budgets, offers thrilling and plentiful prizes, and features an extensive and diverse selection of games. With our expertise, we've brought this experience online for you to enjoy! At Arcade LIVE, we have hundreds of prizes, from the ever-popular “whoopie cushion” to the hottest tech items. Our prizes include Legos, E Bikes and motorcycles, Stanley drinkware, and so much more! We hand-picked what we know to be the most popular arcade prizes for children, families, adults, and seniors, with value and quality in mind. At Arcade LIVE, we offer only the most popular and high-quality arcade games. You won’t find a “Wizard of Oz” or “Willy Wonka” 6-station coin pusher anywhere else online! Our “Big E” crane measures 8 feet wide by 8 feet tall! We have MASSIVE games like “Monster Drop,” “Plinko,” and Fishbowl Frenzy!” These are the most sought-after arcade games, and they're exclusively available on Arcade LIVE, making your gaming experience truly unique! Our app requires high-quality internet connectivity. We strive for 100% satisfaction and are available 24/7 via email at Sprocket@GearedForFun.com whenever you need us. We stand by our app and will ensure we deliver 100% satisfaction with your gaming experience! Thank you for downloading our app, and we hope that you enjoy our arcade experience!

Screenshots

Stacker4 screens
Arcade Live4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Arcade Live at 3.6 against Stacker's 3.1. Arcade Live also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 8 months). Stacker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 37) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Arcade Live sells 37 one-off in-app purchases. Stacker asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Arcade Live holds the better App Store score, 3.6 against 3.1. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 11 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of Stacker's written reviews are positive against 57% of Arcade Live's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stacker ships an update every 8 months, Arcade Live every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Stacker versus Arcade Live: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStackerArcade Live
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.1 (11 ratings)3.6 (11 ratings) — better
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews56.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings1111
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size63 MB125 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperAlessandro SalvioniArcade Live (IAP)

Customer experience

Stacker

All ratings11 ratings
Positive36.4%
Neutral36.4%
Negative27.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative25.0%

Arcade Live

All ratings11 ratings
Positive63.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative36.4%
Written reviews69 reviews
Positive56.5%
Neutral2.9%
Negative40.6%

Bugs and requests

Stacker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Arcade Live

Reported bugs

9 issues
  • Camera is down error preventing gameplay
  • Login loops - immediate logout after login
  • Blank/grey screens during gameplay
  • Unable to purchase credits
  • Won prizes not credited to account
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  • App freezes and crashes
  • Claw mechanics malfunction - drops items
  • Coins taken without game access
  • Account lockouts and access denial

Requested features

6 requests
  • Free daily login rewards or free play coins
  • Free practice claw machine mode
  • Lower or free shipping options
  • Reduced minimum ticket thresholds for redemption
  • Better camera angles and lighting
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  • Multiple customer support contact methods

In-app purchases

None

Stacker

No in-app purchases

37 purchases

Arcade Live

One-time37
  • 185 Credits - 1 Time Offer$5.00
  • 7,700 Credits Package$5.00
  • 15,750 Credits - 1 Time$5.00
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  • 300 Credits - 1 Time Offer$7.49
  • 26,250 Credits - 1 Time$7.49
  • 270 Credit Flash Package$10.00
  • 675 Credit Flash Package$10.00
  • 1350 Credit Flash Package$10.00
  • 270 Credit Package$10.00
  • 180 Credit Package$10.00
  • 425 Credits - 1 Time Offer$10.00
  • 185 Credits Package$10.00
  • 15,750 Credits Package$10.00
  • 40,250 Credits - 1 Time$10.00
  • 300 Credits Package$15.00
  • 26,250 Credits Package$15.00
  • 750 Credits - 1 Time Offer$18.00
  • 75,250 Credits - 1 Time$18.00
  • 675 Credit Package$20.00
  • 425 Credits Package$20.00
  • 40,250 Credits Package$20.00
  • 750 Credits Package$30.00
  • 75,250 Credits Package$30.00
  • 900 Credit Package$35.00
  • 1350 Credit Package$35.00
  • 450 Credit Package$35.00
  • 1500 Credits - 1 Time Offer$36.00
  • 147,000 Credits - 1 Time$36.00
  • 2400 Credit Package$50.00
  • 1600 Credit Package$50.00
  • 1500 Credits Package$50.00
  • 147,000 Credits Package$50.00
  • 3500 Credits - 1 Time Offer$85.00
  • 5250 Credit Package$100.00
  • 3500 Credit Package$100.00
  • 3500 Credits Package$100.00
  • 350,000 Credits Package$100.00

Questions

Is Stacker free?
Stacker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Arcade Live free?
Arcade Live is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Stacker or Arcade Live?
Arcade Live is rated higher. Stacker averages 3.1 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while Arcade Live averages 3.6 from 11 ratings.
Do Stacker or Arcade Live have ads?
Stacker shows ads; Arcade Live does not.
Which is updated more often, Stacker or Arcade Live?
Stacker ships an update every 8 months, and Arcade Live every 3 weeks. Most recently, Stacker was updated on September 17, 2026 and Arcade Live on September 28, 2026.

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