# Pop 8 vs Drop Battle

Pop 8 and Drop Battle both sit at 4.2 stars, but that hides the real split: 63% of Drop Battle's written reviews are positive against 0% of Pop 8's. Drop Battle also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 16 months) and ratings volume (21 vs 6). Pop 8's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Drop Battle sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Pop 8 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Drop Battle holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 21 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Pop 8's written reviews are positive against 63% of Drop Battle's.

Pop 8 ships an update every 16 months, Drop Battle monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pop 8 | Drop Battle |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pop-8/id1135446118/reviews) | **[4.3 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drop-battle/id1567879811/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **21** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **62.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 16 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 7 MB | 174 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cubi](https://appshunter.io/developer/951783185) | [SUPERBOX. Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1165756567) |

## What reviewers say

### Pop 8

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pop-8/id1135446118)

A classic puzzle game where players match numbered tiles to clear the board. Score points by popping tiles and creating chain reactions. Develop strategies to achieve the highest score before the board fills.

**Highlights:** Number matching gameplay, Chain reaction scoring, Develop strategic tactics, Hone puzzle-solving skills, Relaxing and challenging

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Drop Battle

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drop-battle/id1567879811)

Merge numbered blocks by dropping them to create larger numbers. Compete against others in real-time battles, aiming to prevent your opponent's blocks from reaching the top. Enjoy a brain-teasing puzzle experience with a global ranking system.

**Highlights:** Number merging puzzle, Real-time PVP battles, Merge attack and combo defense mechanics, Global leaderboards, Next block preview, Vibration feedback

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Beginner's Bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gold Package S | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Sweet Bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gold Package M | $19.99 | one-time |
| Super Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |
| Gold Package L | $49.99 | one-time |
| Gold Package XXL | $99.99 | one-time |
| Champion's Bundle | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pop 8 free?

Pop 8 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Drop Battle free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Pop 8 or Drop Battle?

Drop Battle is rated higher. Pop 8 averages 4.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Drop Battle averages 4.3 from 21 ratings.

### Do Pop 8 or Drop Battle have ads?

Both Pop 8 and Drop Battle show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pop 8 or Drop Battle?

Pop 8 ships an update every 16 months, and Drop Battle monthly. Most recently, Pop 8 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Drop Battle on October 24, 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.*