# Mini Golf 3D vs Glider Retro

The clearest difference is rating: Glider Retro at 5.0 against Mini Golf 3D's 4.3. Glider Retro also leads on ads (none vs shown) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Mini Golf 3D's advantage is ratings volume (794 vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 26.1). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Glider Retro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mini Golf 3D has 794 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Mini Golf 3D's written reviews are positive against 100% of Glider Retro's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mini Golf 3D | Glider Retro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (794 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-golf-3d-classic/id1188093933/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glider-retro/id6760527392/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **794** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 75.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 9 months | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 111 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 26.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jeffrey Gaines](https://appshunter.io/developer/1117665133) | [Victor Franco](https://appshunter.io/developer/1815638538) |

## What reviewers say

### Mini Golf 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mini-golf-3d-classic/id1188093933)

Experience a classic mini golf adventure with multiple courses and engaging gameplay. Compete globally, unlock achievements, and master your putting skills with intuitive controls and diverse camera perspectives. Enjoy a relaxing yet challenging virtual golf experience.

**Highlights:** Six 18-hole courses, Normal and practice modes, Global leaderboards, Unlockable achievements, Three camera modes, Simple tap controls

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and challenging game
- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 💡 Variety of courses
- 👍 Good physics and controls
- 👍 Generous with free content

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs in some levels
- 💡 Lack of online multiplayer
- 💡 Limited customization options
- 🔋 Frequent ads can be intrusive
- 🐛 Inconsistent hole difficulty

**Reported bugs**

- Holes with broken loops or physics
- Incorrect out-of-bounds penalties
- Graphical issues on some devices

**Requested features**

- Add online multiplayer
- Implement score saving
- Improve camera angles and visibility
- Add more course variety and difficulty levels
- Provide an ad-free paid version


### Glider Retro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/glider-retro/id6760527392)

Guide a paper airplane through a haunted mansion filled with challenging obstacles. Navigate over 60 unique rooms, avoiding hazards like copters, vents, and shredders to escape the house. This game offers addictive, replayable fun.

**Highlights:** Navigate obstacle-filled rooms, Over 60 unique levels, Avoid hazards like copters and shredders, Addictive and replayable gameplay, Retro 90s game experience

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mini Golf 3D free?

Mini Golf 3D is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Glider Retro free?

Glider Retro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Mini Golf 3D or Glider Retro?

Glider Retro is rated higher. Mini Golf 3D averages 4.3 out of 5 from 794 ratings, while Glider Retro averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Mini Golf 3D or Glider Retro have ads?

Mini Golf 3D shows ads; Glider Retro does not.

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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.*