# Spiraloid vs Stickman Hook

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.

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.

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.

Spiraloid ships an update fortnightly, Stickman Hook every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spiraloid | Stickman Hook |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spiraloid/id1155400046/reviews) | **[4.7 (1M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stickman-hook/id1435807944/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 36 | **1M** |
| Positive reviews | **81.3% of reviews** | 72.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#46** |
| Size | 94 MB | 545 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Groo Gadgets Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1155400045) | [MADBOX](https://appshunter.io/developer/981448700) |

## What reviewers say

### Spiraloid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spiraloid/id1155400046)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gold Orb Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

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


### Stickman Hook

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stickman-hook/id1435807944)

**Currently charting:** #46 Top Free · Sports (US App Store)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coins Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Adventure Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skip Tickets Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Welcome Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Skip Tickets Pack 3 | $5.99 | one-time |
| VIP Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack 3 | $8.99 | one-time |
| VIP Bundle | $11.99 | one-time |
| Coins Pack 4 | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- Tournament mode crashes
- Skin unlocking issues
- Ads not removed after purchase

**Requested features**

- Level creator and sharing
- More challenging modes
- Customization options
- Offline rewards and progression


## Frequently asked 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 29, 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.*