# Micro Breaker vs Mars

Micro Breaker and Mars both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 91% of Mars's written reviews are positive against 74% of Micro Breaker's. Mars also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Micro Breaker sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Mars sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Micro Breaker against 4.8 for Mars. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11K and 22K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 74% of Micro Breaker's written reviews are positive against 91% of Mars's.

Micro Breaker ships an update every 2 months, Mars monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Micro Breaker | Mars |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (11K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/micro-breaker/id1090348795/reviews) | **[4.8 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-mars/id1108964305/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11K | **22K** |
| Positive reviews | 74.1% of reviews | **90.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 79 MB | 256 MB |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Marcin Kloc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1090348794) | [Pomelo Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/899606172) |

## What reviewers say

### Micro Breaker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/micro-breaker/id1090348795)

Experience a classic brick-breaking game with a modern 3D twist. Master engaging controls, unlock powerful upgrades, and conquer over 130 stages across four unique zones. Compete in two distinct modes and even break bricks in augmented reality.

**Highlights:** 3D brick breaking gameplay, Acquire and upgrade power-ups, Unlockable paddles and balls, Normal and Challenge modes, Over 130 stages and 4 zones, Augmented Reality mode, Daily quests and achievements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stack of Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 25 Revive Tokens | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Energy | $1.99 | one-time |
| 60 Revive Tokens | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Forced Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Credits Multiplier | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mass of Credits | $3.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack (Welcome Offer) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $8.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Modern 3D version of classic Brick Breaker
- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Stunning visuals and neon style
- 🎮 Unique and challenging level design
- 💰 Fair monetization model with option to remove ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional paddle lag and control issues
- 🔍 Ball can be hard to see at times
- 🤑 Frustrating boss fights and paywall
- 🙄 Intrusive ads in free version

**Reported bugs**

- Levels not unlocking properly
- Suspended bricks not falling
- Inconsistent ad rewards

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Customizable paddle and ball options
- Zen mode with relaxed gameplay
- Boss battle mode


### Mars

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mars-mars/id1108964305)

Embark on a thrilling space adventure as a volunteer on a mission to Mars. Pilot a jetpack to explore the Martian surface, capture unique selfies, and navigate the challenges of interplanetary travel. Prove the doubters wrong and make history on this groundbreaking expedition.

**Highlights:** Explore Mars on a jetpack, Take selfies on Mars, Avoid Rapid Unscheduled Disassemblies, Discover Martian sights, Volunteer for a space mission

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Arnold | $0.99 | one-time |
| Little Martha | $0.99 | one-time |
| Marselot | $0.99 | one-time |
| Nigiri | $0.99 | one-time |
| Ufo | $0.99 | one-time |
| Discman | $0.99 | one-time |
| Kestrel 5 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Eagle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Stephen | $3.99 | one-time |
| El Dorado | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Relaxing and calming experience
- 👍 Variety of unique characters with different themes
- 👍 Optional ads that provide rewards
- 👍 Offline playability

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and bugs
- 🔁 Repetitive and can get boring over time
- 🔁 Lack of difficulty progression
- 🔁 Duplicate character unlocks can be frustrating

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when taking selfies
- Streak resets when returning to a previous level
- Inconsistent controls and fuel usage

**Requested features**

- Add new planets and environments to explore
- Introduce different gameplay modes (e.g., time trials, challenges)
- Allow players to customize platforms and backgrounds
- Implement a way to revisit previous levels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Micro Breaker free?

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

### Is Mars free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Micro Breaker or Mars?

Mars is rated higher. Micro Breaker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 11K ratings, while Mars averages 4.8 from 22K ratings.

### Do Micro Breaker or Mars have ads?

Both Micro Breaker and Mars show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Micro Breaker or Mars?

Micro Breaker ships an update every 2 months, and Mars monthly. Most recently, Micro Breaker was updated on October 20, 2026 and Mars on October 21, 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.*