Comparison

Hack IT vs Hack Ex 2

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Hack IT

Engage in a challenging hacking simulation game where you join a spy network to breach sophisticated programming matrices. Solve puzzles by thinking creatively to break passwords and earn in-game currency. This game emphasizes unique problem-solving over brute force attempts.

Highlights
  • Hacking simulation gameplay
  • Spy network participation
  • Sophisticated programming matrix
  • Password breaking puzzles
  • Out-of-the-box thinking required
  • Earn in-game money
Features
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Hack IT is the application where you'll become a real hacker. You're part of an exclusive spy network, hacking the latest most sophisticated programming matrix. Its up to you to earn money by hacking in the game. You have to complete all levels by thinking totally "out of the box". You have one job, break the password. Here, ideas are more important than repeated attempts. If you're thinking, its me, it probably is. That is a hint to help you solve what is frankly the most difficult hacking game. Please support our hard work by subscribing to the game. The subscription period will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. To turn this function off, simply go to your iTunes account and turn off auto-renew. Renewal payments will differ depending on subscription and pricing at the time of renewal. Your iTunes account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. https://dumpsterfireapps.com/privacy.html https://dumpsterfireapps.com/tos.html

About

Hack Ex 2

Engage in real-time multiplayer hacking battles in this simulator. Scan, exploit, and steal virtual crypto from other players while upgrading your rig and defenses. Join crews for coordinated raids and climb the leaderboards.

Highlights
  • Real-time multiplayer hacking
  • PvP raids and attacks
  • Virtual crypto wallet theft
  • Upgrade hacking tools and rig
  • Crew system for coordinated play
  • Climb leaderboards and complete missions
Features
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The sequel to the OG mobile hacking game, Hack Ex, is here. Hack Ex 2 is a real-time multiplayer hacker simulator with crews, PvP raids, and daily missions. Thousands of players compete in real-time to hack each other's in-game devices. Scan for victims, crack their defenses, drain crypto wallets, and upload viruses to slow your opponents — but stay sharp, because someone's trying to do the same to you. SCAN & EXPLOIT Find targets, assess their defenses, and launch your attack. BUILD YOUR ARSENAL Upgrade your bypass, cracker, spam, rootkit, siphon virus, and more. Use keygens to unlock software on the cheap. Every upgrade makes you faster and deadlier. UPGRADE YOUR RIG From a basic Raider to the Nova Ultra — your device and network speed determine how fast your hacks land. Faster rig = more targets per hour. STEAL & STASH Drain crypto (in-game) from wallets. Be sure to store it in Cold Storage before someone hacks you back. DEFEND OR GET WRECKED Firewalls, antivirus, encryption — layer your defenses or wake up to an empty wallet and a trashed reputation. CREW UP Join a crew for encrypted chat, coordinated PvP raids, and crew-wide rootkit debuffs on rival hackers. CLIMB THE RANKS Daily missions, login streaks, and PvP leaderboards. Every hack, every upgrade, every defense matters. CUSTOMIZE YOUR DEVICE Unlock wallpapers as you upgrade. Collect themed packs like NetRunner, Sentinel, and the Legacy Collection. The OG mobile hacking sim returns — now bigger, deeper, and more competitive. The OG mobile hacking sim returns — now bigger, deeper, and more competitive. Become the world's top hacker in the ultimate real-time PvP game. Free to play. No hacking knowledge required. This is not a real hacking tool — this is a game. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://hackex.net/privacy

Screenshots

Hack IT4 screens
Hack Ex 24 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Hack Ex 2 at free with in-app purchases against Hack IT's subscription. Hack Ex 2 also leads on rating (4.3 vs 3.8) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 months). Hack IT's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (65% vs 48%). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Hack IT sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Hack Ex 2 sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Hack Ex 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hack IT has 429 ratings behind it against 83, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 65% of Hack IT's written reviews are positive against 48% of Hack Ex 2's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hack IT ships an update every 5 months, Hack Ex 2 every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Hack IT versus Hack Ex 2: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHack ITHack Ex 2
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (429 ratings)4.3 (83 ratings) — better
Positive reviews64.9% of reviews — better47.7% of reviews
Number of ratings429 — better83
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFree with in-app purchases — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDumpster Fire AppsCNC Apps, LLC

Customer experience

Hack IT

All ratings429 ratings
Positive67.6%
Neutral7.5%
Negative24.9%
Written reviews282 reviews
Positive64.9%
Neutral13.8%
Negative21.3%

Hack Ex 2

All ratings83 ratings
Positive83.1%
Neutral3.6%
Negative13.3%
Written reviews44 reviews
Positive47.7%
Neutral9.1%
Negative43.2%

Bugs and requests

Hack IT

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Landscape level not working properly
  • Audio/volume issues on certain levels
  • Text box not functioning on some levels

Requested features

3 requests
  • Hint system or walkthrough for stuck levels
  • More levels and content updates
  • Ability to skip or bypass difficult levels

Hack Ex 2

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Hack IT

Subscriptions6
  • Unlock IT All$4.991 Month
  • Unlock IT All$7.991 Month
  • Unlock IT All$9.991 Month
Show 3 more
  • Unlock IT All$19.991 Year
  • Unlock IT All3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Unlock IT All$49.991 Year
9 purchases

Hack Ex 2

Subscriptions2
  • Hacker Pass$4.991 Month
  • Elite Pass$9.991 Month
One-time7
  • 100 Credits$0.99
  • 210 Credits$1.99
  • Starter Kit$2.99
Show 4 more
  • 550 Credits$4.99
  • 1150 Credits$9.99
  • 2350 Credits$19.99
  • 6000 Credits$49.99

Questions

Is Hack IT free?
Hack IT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hack Ex 2 free?
Hack Ex 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Hack IT or Hack Ex 2?
Hack Ex 2 is rated higher. Hack IT averages 3.8 out of 5 from 429 ratings, while Hack Ex 2 averages 4.3 from 83 ratings.
Do Hack IT or Hack Ex 2 have ads?
Hack Ex 2 shows ads; Hack IT does not.
Which is updated more often, Hack IT or Hack Ex 2?
Hack IT ships an update every 5 months, and Hack Ex 2 every 6 days. Most recently, Hack IT was updated on October 6, 2026 and Hack Ex 2 on October 14, 2026.

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