# Phoenix 2 vs Bitopic

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bitopic at every 5 days against Phoenix 2's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Phoenix 2 sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Bitopic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Phoenix 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, Bitopic every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Phoenix 2 | Bitopic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (26K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phoenix-2/id1134895689/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **26K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 73.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 295 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Firi Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/361212278) | [Bensu Kayacan](https://appshunter.io/developer/6812008036) |

## What reviewers say

### Phoenix 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phoenix-2/id1134895689)

Blast through waves of alien invaders in this classic arcade space shooter. Collect and upgrade over 100 unique ships, complete exciting missions, and compete on global leaderboards. Enjoy short game sessions or an action-packed campaign with stunning graphics.

**Highlights:** Over 100 unique ships, Ship collection and upgrades, Action-packed campaign, Special abilities, Daily missions, Global leaderboards, Cross-platform play

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Game Controller support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 800 Credits | $0.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Credits | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| VIP | $4.99 | one-time |
| 12000 Credits | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 25000 Credits | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| 65000 Credits | $49.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $49.99 | one-time |
| 140K Credits | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fantastic mobile game
- 🚀 Incredibly fun and addictive
- 🚀 Best bullet hell game on the phone
- 🚀 Easily the best bullet hell I've played
- 🚀 Amazing game for on the go fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Great Gameplay Ruined by Frustrating Ad Experience
- 💰 Supers aren't well implemented
- 💰 Micro-transactions too much
- 💰 Progression limited, hard to earn credits
- 🐛 Terrible, uninspiring compared to original Phoenix HD

**Reported bugs**

- Warp gate charge time bug
- Occasional crashes
- Incompatible with older devices

**Requested features**

- Add haptic feedback
- Implement an endless mode
- Allow players to customize ships
- Add a level creator
- Provide an offline mode


### Bitopic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bitopic-binary-puzzle-game/id6761381951)

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Medium Package | $1.49 | one-time |
| Bit Mode | $1.99 | one-time |
| Large Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Extra Large Package | $4.99 | one-time |
| MegaBit Mode | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Package | $6.49 | one-time |
| Deluxe Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| GigaBit Mode | $9.99 | one-time |
| Giant Package | $12.49 | one-time |
| Colossal Package | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Phoenix 2 free?

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

### Is Bitopic free?

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

### Do Phoenix 2 or Bitopic have ads?

Both Phoenix 2 and Bitopic show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Phoenix 2 or Bitopic?

Phoenix 2 ships an update every 3 weeks, and Bitopic every 5 days. Most recently, Phoenix 2 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Bitopic on October 28, 2026.

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