# Bloons Supermonkey 2 vs Halfbrick+ Games with Friends

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bloons Supermonkey 2 at 80% against Halfbrick+ Games with Friends's 26%. Bloons Supermonkey 2 also leads on rating (4.8 vs 2.9) and monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). Halfbrick+ Games with Friends's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bloons Supermonkey 2 sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Halfbrick+ Games with Friends sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bloons Supermonkey 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bloons Supermonkey 2 has 6.5K ratings behind it against 71, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of Bloons Supermonkey 2's written reviews are positive against 26% of Halfbrick+ Games with Friends's.

Bloons Supermonkey 2 ships an update every 2 months, Halfbrick+ Games with Friends every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bloons Supermonkey 2 | Halfbrick+ Games with Friends |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (6.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloons-supermonkey-2/id1118441024/reviews)** | [2.9 (71 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halfbrick-plus-games-with-friends/id6448776810/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.5K** | 71 |
| Positive reviews | **79.6% of reviews** | 26.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 237 MB | 307 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Ninja Kiwi Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/386241773) | [Halfbrick](https://appshunter.io/developer/356994313) |

## What reviewers say

### Bloons Supermonkey 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloons-supermonkey-2/id1118441024)

Defend Monkey Town from endless bloon invasions by equipping powerful weapons and unlocking unique Super Monkeys. Master 100 vibrant levels with challenging bloon waves, powerups, and skill-based diamond rankings. Enjoy fast-paced, family-friendly fun with intense challenges for all players.

**Highlights:** Fast-action bloon popping gameplay, 100 vibrant levels with unique bloon waves, Dozens of powerful weapons, Unlockable Super Monkeys, Screen-clearing powerups, Skill-based diamond challenges, Compare level ranks with friends

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Star Powerup Booster | $0.99 | one-time |
| Blop Magnet Booster | $1.99 | one-time |
| Turbo Boost Booster | $1.99 | one-time |
| 3 Star Powerup Booster | $1.99 | one-time |
| Vial of Red Blops | $2.99 | one-time |
| 3 Star Powerup Booster | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bouncy Shots Booster | $2.99 | one-time |
| Flask of Red Blops | $2.99 | one-time |
| Explosive Shots Booster | $3.99 | one-time |
| Flask of Red Blops | $4.99 | one-time |
| Vat of Red Blops | $19.99 | one-time |
| Containment Unit of Red Blops | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Minimal ads
- 🤩 Great graphics and sound
- 💎 Lots of upgrades and customization
- 🎉 Fun and challenging bosses

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐢 Progression can feel grindy at times
- 🔍 Difficulty spike in later levels
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🤖 Repetitive gameplay after a while

**Reported bugs**

- Lost progress after updates
- Ads not working as intended
- Screen resolution issues on newer devices
- Certain upgrades not functioning properly

**Requested features**

- More levels and worlds to explore
- Ability to convert blops between colors
- Offline blop collection
- Co-op multiplayer mode
- More varied enemy types and mechanics


### Halfbrick+ Games with Friends

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/halfbrick-plus-games-with-friends/id6448776810)

Access a curated catalog of premium games with no ads or limitations by subscribing. Collect and manage digital cards within the app's ecosystem. Enjoy remastered classics and discover new titles for endless, uninterrupted fun.

**Highlights:** Ad-free gaming experience, Fully unlocked premium games, Curated game catalog, Digital card collection system, Remastered iconic classics, Access to exclusive titles

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Halfbrick+ Silver | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Trial) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Early Adopter) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ Silver | $7.99 | per 3 months |
| Halfbrick+ Gold | $14.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ Silver | $15.99 | per 6 months |
| Halfbrick+ Silver | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ (Early Adopter) | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ Gold | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Halfbrick+ Gold | $79.99 | per 6 months |
| Small Crowns Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.79 | one-time |
| Bag of Crowns | $1.99 | one-time |
| Box of Crowns | $4.99 | one-time |
| Hoard of Crowns | $14.99 | one-time |
| Halfbrick+ | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fairly priced subscription
- 🚀 Easy to connect with friends
- 🚀 Easy to launch games
- 👍 Good price for benefits
- 👍 No ads or interruptions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Can't uninstall the app
- 😞 Subscription required for games
- 😞 Ruined childhood memories
- 😞 Greedy and not worth it
- 😞 Take away owned games

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes on iOS 14.8.1
- Cannot uninstall the app
- Cannot see subscription plans within the app
- Games make the user go to the home menu
- Email verification code not being sent

**Requested features**

- Remake Age of Zombies with 3D graphics, new bosses, levels, modes, and settings
- Make games one-time purchases
- Allow games to be downloaded from the app, not the AppStore
- Bring back classic Halfbrick games like Band Stars
- Add more levels to Age of Zombies remake (underwater, pirate era, 80s, space, North Pole, vampire kingdom, dark ages, caves, the rift, Paris, Hollywood, underworld)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bloons Supermonkey 2 free?

Bloons Supermonkey 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Halfbrick+ Games with Friends free?

Halfbrick+ Games with Friends is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bloons Supermonkey 2 or Halfbrick+ Games with Friends?

Bloons Supermonkey 2 is rated higher. Bloons Supermonkey 2 averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6.5K ratings, while Halfbrick+ Games with Friends averages 2.9 from 71 ratings.

### Do Bloons Supermonkey 2 or Halfbrick+ Games with Friends have ads?

Bloons Supermonkey 2 shows ads; Halfbrick+ Games with Friends does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bloons Supermonkey 2 or Halfbrick+ Games with Friends?

Bloons Supermonkey 2 ships an update every 2 months, and Halfbrick+ Games with Friends every 3 weeks. Most recently, Bloons Supermonkey 2 was updated on October 31, 2026 and Halfbrick+ Games with Friends on October 26, 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.*