# Cyber Robot vs GEARS

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cyber Robot at none against GEARS's 9. Cyber Robot also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 15.0). GEARS's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 3 months) and rating (4.7 vs 4.3). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GEARS sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Cyber Robot asks for nothing beyond the download.

GEARS holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: GEARS has 515 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of Cyber Robot's written reviews are positive against 38% of GEARS's.

Cyber Robot ships an update every 3 months, GEARS every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on July 29, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cyber Robot | GEARS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyber-robot/id1038926994/reviews) | **[4.7 (515 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gears-war-machine/id6748002805/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **515** |
| Positive reviews | 17.7% of reviews | **37.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 269 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Clementoni S.p.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/575135209) | [MAD PIXEL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1581972745) |

## What reviewers say

### Cyber Robot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cyber-robot/id1038926994)

Control and play with your very own robot through four engaging game modes. Learn basic programming principles with fun light and sound effects. Connect via Bluetooth to program movements, use the gyroscope, and even access the camera to record your robot in action.

**Highlights:** Robot control via Bluetooth, Programming mode, Real-time control, Gyroscope control, Self-learning mode, Camera function for recording

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent building experience
- 👍 Fun and engaging robot
- 😊 Positive user experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bluetooth connectivity issues
- 🐛 App crashes when trying to connect
- 🚫 Incompatible with newer iOS versions
- 🤖 Robot not functioning without app

**Reported bugs**

- Bluetooth connection not working
- App crashing when trying to connect
- Robot not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- App updates to fix connectivity issues
- Support for latest iOS versions
- Improved instructions and documentation


### GEARS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gears-war-machine/id6748002805)

Design, build, and command your own custom combat mechs in this action-strategy game. Unleash your creations in dynamic battles, utilize powerful support abilities, and crush waves of enemies to prove your tactical strength.

**Highlights:** Gear-based mech constructor, Real-time battles, Diverse unit classes, Tactical support powers, Upgradeable gear and weapons, Offline-ready gameplay

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starter Gem Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Custom Command Deal | $1.99 | one-time |
| Recruiter’s Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pass | $3.99 | one-time |
| Ad-Free Upgrade | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tactical Reserve | $6.99 | one-time |
| War Chest | $14.99 | one-time |
| War Chest | $29.99 | one-time |
| Commander's Vault | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cyber Robot free?

Cyber Robot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is GEARS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cyber Robot or GEARS?

GEARS is rated higher. Cyber Robot averages 4.3 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while GEARS averages 4.7 from 515 ratings.

### Do Cyber Robot or GEARS have ads?

GEARS shows ads; Cyber Robot does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cyber Robot or GEARS?

Cyber Robot ships an update every 3 months, and GEARS every 11 days. Most recently, Cyber Robot was updated on July 29, 2026 and GEARS on September 25, 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.*