Comparison

Spiraloid vs Stickman Hook

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

Head to head
About

Spiraloid

Navigate a psychedelic 3D corkscrew in this addictive, rhythm-based jumping game. Avoid traps, collect gems to unlock levels, and use power-ups. Features simple one-touch controls and stunning graphics.

Highlights
  • Infinite 3D spiralling challenges
  • Rhythm-based gameplay
  • One-touch controls
  • Psychedelic gauntlet navigation
  • Gem collection for unlocks
  • Power-up purchases
Features
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"The art's absolutely gorgeous" - Pocket Gamer "What is the purpose of life if not to look as cool as possible?" - Touch Arcade "A dizzyingly beautiful 3D adventure!" - Edamame Reviews "The simple one-touch controls make it easy to pick up and play" - 9to5Mac Spiraloid is an infinite, rhythm based jumping game that launches you into a highly addictive 3D spiralling corkscrew of challenges! Work with the rhythm of the pulsing soundtrack as you navigate, jump and roll your way through a psychedelic gauntlet of treacherous terrain and tantalising traps! As the twisting, winding path unfolds before your eyes, avoid the harrowing hazards and collect the glittering gems in order to unlock unique, mind-bending levels and purchase power ups! Just when you think you've mastered the gauntlet - think again! Can you maintain your rhythm amidst a panoply of prickly probes when the whole world starts to spin?! NOTE: A minimum of iPhone 5 and/or iPad Air are recommended for best experience. Features: • Simple One-Touch Controls • Breathtaking 3D Graphics • Richly Crafted Atmospheric Soundtracks for Each Level • Tons of Upgrades and Unlock-able Content Follow and Contact Us! Twitter: http://twitter.com/groogadgets FB: http://www.facebook.com/groogadgets

About

Stickman Hook

Swing through challenging levels as a spider stickman. Tap to hook and jump, avoiding obstacles with acrobatic flair. Master the grappling hook to swing from point to point and complete all the levels.

Highlights
  • Tap to hook and jump
  • Swing from hook to hook
  • Avoid obstacles
  • Execute acrobatic tricks
  • Physics-based gameplay
  • Grappling hook mechanics
Features
Currently charting
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Discover Stickman Hook, the new MadBox game! Tap to hook and make incredible jumps; Avoid every obstacle that stands in your way. Can you execute all these acrobatic tricks in a row like a boss? In this game, embody the spider stickman. Finish all the levels with the same agility as a spider. For that, you just have to: - Tap to hook and make incredible jumps - Press your screen to hook your stickman with your grapnel and release to let go - Avoid every obstacle that stands in your way - Swing from hook to hook to pass all the levels Thanks to the bumpers and your grapnel, execute acrobatic tricks and show your friends who is the boss! You think you can do better than a spider? Prove it! The faster you go, the more amazing your tricks will be. Why is Stickman hook so perfect? - Because you can swing like a spider - Because your stickman dances at the end of each game (We challenge you to reproduce his dance) - Because there is a grappling hook (and grapples are cool, right?) You LOVE Stickman Hook? Discover all the MadBox games here : https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/stickman-hook/id1435807944 You want to share videos or screenshoot of your best performance on Stickman Hook, post theme here: https://www.facebook.com/madbox.apps/ If you dance better than our stickman, please prove it! :sunglasses:: https://www.facebook.com/Stickman-Hook-343939029681779/ And obviously if you have any request, please, contact us : contact@madboxgames.io

Screenshots

Spiraloid4 screens
Stickman Hook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Spiraloid at none against Stickman Hook's shown. Spiraloid also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks) and review sentiment (81% vs 73%). Stickman Hook's advantage is ratings volume (1M vs 36) and rating (4.7 vs 4.4). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model 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. Spiraloid sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Stickman Hook sells 12 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Stickman Hook holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Stickman Hook has 1M ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 81% of Spiraloid's written reviews are positive against 73% of Stickman Hook's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Spiraloid ships an update fortnightly, Stickman Hook every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Spiraloid versus Stickman Hook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpiraloidStickman Hook
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (36 ratings)4.7 (1M ratings) — better
Positive reviews81.3% of reviews — better72.6% of reviews
Number of ratings361M — better
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 5 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#41 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB545 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGroo Gadgets Pty LtdMADBOX

Customer experience

Spiraloid

All ratings36 ratings
Positive88.9%
Neutral5.6%
Negative5.6%
Written reviews64 reviews
Positive81.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative14.1%

Stickman Hook

All ratings1,019,686 ratings
Positive92.7%
Neutral4.1%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews4,246 reviews
Positive72.6%
Neutral11.5%
Negative15.9%

User reviews

Spiraloid

From 36 App Store ratings

What we love

  • ✨ Visually stunning graphics
  • 🎶 Great soundtrack and music
  • 🤩 Addictive and fun gameplay
  • 💡 Unique and original concept
  • 👍 Smooth performance (initially)

Room to improve

  • 😵 Causes dizziness and nausea
  • 🔄 Repetitive gameplay over time
  • 📉 Unplayable on newer software
  • ⏳ Lack of updates for years
  • 💰 Balls could be cheaper

Stickman Hook

From 1M App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Simple and easy to play
  • 🎨 Variety of skins and characters
  • 🔒 Offline playability

Room to improve

  • 💸 Excessive ads
  • 🔁 Repetitive and recycled levels
  • 🐛 Glitches and crashes
  • 🤔 Lack of difficulty progression

Bugs and requests

Spiraloid

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Game lags significantly
  • App freezes and crashes
  • Tutorial issues (everlasting/broken)
  • Sound problems
  • Incompatible with newer software updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • More levels and challenges
  • More ball types
  • Ability to mute game music
  • Fix for gold ball price display
  • More content updates

Stickman Hook

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Tournament mode crashes
  • Skin unlocking issues
  • Ads not removed after purchase

Requested features

4 requests
  • Level creator and sharing
  • More challenging modes
  • Customization options
  • Offline rewards and progression

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Spiraloid

One-time1
  • Gold Orb Bundle$2.99
12 purchases

Stickman Hook

One-time12
  • Coins Pack 1$0.99
  • Adventure Starter Pack$1.99
  • Coins Pack 2$1.99
Show 9 more
  • Skip Tickets Pack 1$1.99
  • No Ads$2.99
  • Welcome Offer$3.99
  • No Ads$3.99
  • Skip Tickets Pack 3$5.99
  • VIP Bundle$7.99
  • Coins Pack 3$8.99
  • VIP Bundle$11.99
  • Coins Pack 4$17.99

Questions

Is Spiraloid free?
Spiraloid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stickman Hook free?
Stickman Hook is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Spiraloid or Stickman Hook?
Stickman Hook is rated higher. Spiraloid averages 4.4 out of 5 from 36 ratings, while Stickman Hook averages 4.7 from 1M ratings.
Do Spiraloid or Stickman Hook have ads?
Stickman Hook shows ads; Spiraloid does not.
Which is updated more often, Spiraloid or Stickman Hook?
Spiraloid ships an update fortnightly, and Stickman Hook every 5 weeks. Most recently, Spiraloid was updated on September 23, 2026 and Stickman Hook on September 28, 2026.

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