# Bow Hunter 2017 vs AccuBow

The clearest difference is rating: AccuBow at 3.8 against Bow Hunter 2017's 3.4. Bow Hunter 2017's advantage is iOS requirement (7.1 vs 13.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bow Hunter 2017 sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and AccuBow sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AccuBow holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 424 and 1K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 32% of Bow Hunter 2017's written reviews are positive against 31% of AccuBow's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Bow Hunter 2017 ships an update monthly, AccuBow every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 18, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bow Hunter 2017 | AccuBow |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (424 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bow-hunter-2017/id1140933619/reviews) | **[3.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/accubow/id1448656716/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 424 | **1K** |
| Positive reviews | **32.3% of reviews** | 30.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 701 MB | 3.6 GB |
| Requires iOS | **7.1** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 17+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [IEntertainment Network, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/992020596) | [AccuBow](https://appshunter.io/developer/1326382840) |

## What reviewers say

### Bow Hunter 2017

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bow-hunter-2017/id1140933619)

Experience realistic deer hunting in diverse American landscapes. Master stalking and tree stand techniques, utilize camouflage, and choose the right gear for successful hunts. Compete in tournaments for in-game rewards and real cash prizes.

**Highlights:** Realistic deer hunting simulation, Stalking and tree stand hunts, Requires camouflage and hunting techniques, Choose bows, arrows, and camouflage, Tournaments with real cash prizes, Over 100 hunts with increasing difficulty

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy 2500 OBucks | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy 500 Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Buy 1100 Gold | $9.99 | one-time |
| Buy 5500 OBucks | $9.99 | one-time |
| Buy 11250 OBucks | $19.99 | one-time |
| Buy 2250 Gold | $19.99 | one-time |
| Buy 28000 OBucks | $49.99 | one-time |
| Buy 5600 Gold | $49.99 | one-time |
| Buy 11500 Gold | $99.99 | one-time |
| Buy 57500 OBucks | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 High-quality graphics and visuals
- 🎯 Realistic hunting simulator mechanics
- 🛠️ Wide variety of equipment and customization options
- 👍 User-friendly interface and easy to understand
- 🏆 Competitive mode with real cash prizes

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Aggressive pay-to-win monetization model
- 🐛 Unrealistic arrow physics and drop mechanics
- 🎯 Inaccurate bow sight calibration and aiming system
- ⚡ Energy system doesn't regenerate properly
- 🚫 Frequent crashes and game-breaking bugs at higher levels

**Reported bugs**

- Game won't load or crashes on startup
- Sign-in screen freezes and won't allow progression
- Energy never restores despite waiting overnight
- Arrow trajectory doesn't match sight pins
- Arrows fall short of target or miss despite accurate aim

**Requested features**

- Ability to sight in and calibrate bows properly
- Arrow recovery system after harvesting animals
- Adjustable sights for different arrow grains and ranges
- Improved energy regeneration system or removal of energy mechanic
- More diverse hunting locations and scenery


### AccuBow

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/accubow/id1448656716)

Experience realistic archery and hunting simulations with various game modes and multiplayer options. This app requires dedicated hardware for an immersive virtual experience.

**Highlights:** Virtual archery and bowhunting simulation, Multiple hunting and game modes, Multiplayer and online challenges, Customizable bow sights and crossbow scopes, Realistic graphics and in-app sounds, AccuGo Walk & Stalk mode for real-life exploration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $3.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Plan | $7.79 | per 3 months |
| Quarterly Plan | $7.79 | per 3 months |
| Annual Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Alaskan Adventure Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Australian Outback Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Western Expedition Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dangerous Game | $2.99 | one-time |
| Treestand Hunting | $2.99 | one-time |
| African Safari | $2.99 | one-time |
| Flying Carp | $2.99 | one-time |
| Build Your Own Range | $2.99 | one-time |
| Southern Marsh | $2.99 | one-time |
| Archery Golf | $3.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Free Plan | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Fun and engaging game
- 🎯 Realistic archery simulation
- 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for family/group play
- 🏋️‍♀️ Helpful for archery practice and training
- 🎮 Variety of game modes and features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Subscription model introduced after initial purchase
- 🤔 Confusing or unclear instructions
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and technical issues
- 💰 Expensive bow and app bundle
- 🤳 Inconsistent phone/device compatibility

**Reported bugs**

- Unable to create account or log in
- Inconsistent arrow firing and tracking
- App crashes during gameplay
- Compatibility issues with certain devices
- Microphone/camera access problems

**Requested features**

- Add more hunting scenarios and animals
- Implement VR or AR capabilities
- Allow offline/local gameplay without subscription
- Improve shot detection and accuracy
- Add customization options for arrows, targets, etc.


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bow Hunter 2017 free?

Bow Hunter 2017 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AccuBow free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bow Hunter 2017 or AccuBow?

AccuBow is rated higher. Bow Hunter 2017 averages 3.4 out of 5 from 424 ratings, while AccuBow averages 3.8 from 1K ratings.

### Do Bow Hunter 2017 or AccuBow have ads?

Neither Bow Hunter 2017 nor AccuBow shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bow Hunter 2017 or AccuBow?

Bow Hunter 2017 ships an update monthly, and AccuBow every 5 weeks. Most recently, Bow Hunter 2017 was updated on September 18, 2026 and AccuBow on September 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.*