# Tiny Armies vs supertype

The clearest difference is rating: supertype at 4.8 against Tiny Armies's 4.3. supertype also leads on review sentiment (74% vs 55%) and ratings volume (5.2K vs 310). Tiny Armies's advantage is price ($0.99 vs $1.99). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Tiny Armies costs $0.99 and supertype $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

supertype holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: supertype has 5.2K ratings behind it against 310, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of Tiny Armies's written reviews are positive against 74% of supertype's.

Tiny Armies ships an update monthly, supertype every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tiny Armies | supertype |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$0.99** | $1.99 |
| Rating | [4.3 (310 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-armies/id1152620025/reviews) | **[4.8 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/supertype/id1349292121/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 310 | **5.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 54.7% of reviews | **73.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | Paid |
| Best chart rank | #171 | **#11** |
| Size | 11 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Brothers Flint](https://appshunter.io/developer/369225224) | [Philipp Stollenmayer](https://appshunter.io/developer/580506869) |

## What reviewers say

### Tiny Armies

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-armies/id1152620025)

**Currently charting:** #171 Top Paid · Puzzle, #196 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

Engage in fast-paced conquest battles with tiny armies. Strategize your moves across various terrains and challenge opponents solo, locally, or globally via iMessage. Enjoy quick gameplay sessions with a visually striking presentation.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced conquest gameplay, Strategic unit movement, Terrain-based challenges, Solo and multiplayer modes, iMessage battles, Quick gameplay sessions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Simple and intuitive gameplay mechanics
- ⌚ Excellent Apple Watch integration
- 👥 Fun local multiplayer/pass-and-play mode
- 💰 Fair monetization with no ads or IAP
- 🎨 Minimalist and elegant visual design

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎲 Excessive reliance on RNG and randomization
- 🤖 Weak and predictable AI behavior
- 📊 Unbalanced map generation causing unfair matches
- ⏱️ Very short campaign (under 1 hour)
- 😴 Repetitive gameplay becomes boring quickly

**Reported bugs**

- Stuck on initial 'Swipe Up' screen on newer iPhones
- iMessage version doesn't register certain swipe directions
- Apple Watch swipe input not detected
- App crashes or fails to install on some devices
- Swipe controls unresponsive on iPhone 15

**Requested features**

- Level/map editor for custom gameplay
- Online multiplayer functionality
- Additional campaign levels and content
- Difficulty settings (Easy/Normal/Hard)
- Dark mode option


### supertype

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/supertype/id1349292121)

**Currently charting:** #11 Top Paid · Word, #99 Top Paid · Puzzle (US App Store)

Explore the physics of typography with this unique puzzle game. Discover how letters behave and sound as you solve over 130 engaging levels. Enjoy a relaxing, zen-like experience with a dynamic soundtrack.

**Highlights:** Physics-based letter puzzles, Over 130 levels, Relaxing gameplay, Self-generating soundtrack, Typography exploration

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Creative concept
- 🎨 Beautiful design
- 💡 Unique physics-based puzzles
- 🎉 Satisfying when solved

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or bugs
- 🤔 Some puzzles too challenging
- 💰 Wish it was free
- 🕹️ Lack of control options (e.g. landscape mode)

**Reported bugs**

- Runtime errors preventing game launch
- Invisible objects in create mode
- Inconsistent physics behavior

**Requested features**

- More levels or content
- Level editor and sharing
- Hint system or tutorial
- Numbered levels for easier reference


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tiny Armies free?

Tiny Armies costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is supertype free?

supertype costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Tiny Armies or supertype?

supertype is rated higher. Tiny Armies averages 4.3 out of 5 from 310 ratings, while supertype averages 4.8 from 5.2K ratings.

### Do Tiny Armies or supertype have ads?

Neither Tiny Armies nor supertype shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tiny Armies or supertype?

Tiny Armies ships an update monthly, and supertype every 2 months. Most recently, Tiny Armies was updated on October 2, 2026 and supertype on October 2, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Tiny Armies or supertype?

Tiny Armies currently peaks at #171 in the App Store charts, and supertype at #11. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*