# Spider vs Lightsaber Simulator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Lightsaber Simulator at 88% against Spider's 20%. Lightsaber Simulator also leads on rating (4.7 vs 3.2) and ratings volume (2.4K vs 151). Spider's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lightsaber Simulator sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Spider asks for nothing beyond the download.

Lightsaber Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lightsaber Simulator has 2.4K ratings behind it against 151, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 20% of Spider's written reviews are positive against 88% of Lightsaber Simulator's.

Spider ships an update monthly, Lightsaber Simulator every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Spider | Lightsaber Simulator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (151 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spider-drone/id1198387876/reviews) | **[4.7 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightsaber-simulator/id1357854345/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 151 | **2.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 20.0% of reviews | **88.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 150 MB | 142 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.2** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Skyrocket, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/726238608) | [长超 韩](https://appshunter.io/developer/1082670445) |

## What reviewers say

### Spider

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spider-drone/id1198387876)

Stream and capture live HD video directly to your iOS device from a remote-controlled drone. Explore flight features, track your progress with an achievement checklist, and review your captured media.

**Highlights:** Live video streaming to iOS, HD video recording, Flight manual access, Achievement checklist, Media gallery, Flight activity log

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Works great with the drone
- 📹 Live video feed
- 📸 Records drone videos
- 💯 App is for the drone
- 🚀 Connects to drone

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cannot find drone network
- 🐛 App doesn't work
- 🐛 Setup is too hard
- 🐛 WiFi not showing up
- 🐛 App won't open completely

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot find SPIDER_DRONE_XXXXXX network
- App does not work
- App won't open completely
- WiFi not showing up
- No place to put password

**Requested features**

- Fix the app
- Help finding the network
- Make it easier to set up
- Allow password creation
- Fix the game


### Lightsaber Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightsaber-simulator/id1357854345)

Experience a realistic lightsaber with high-level simulation and visuals. Interact with the saber by unsheathing it, waving your phone, and touching the blade to create sparks. Enjoy a streamlined and immersive experience.

**Highlights:** Realistic lightsaber simulation, Unsheath lightsaber by clicking handle, Waving phone controls, Touch blade for sparks, Streamlined and realistic picture

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads Pro | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dual-Saber 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dual-Saber 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Dual-Saber 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cross Lightsaber | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and realistic lightsaber simulation
- 🚀 Responsive and reactive gameplay
- 💡 Variety of lightsaber customization options
- 👍 Good sound effects and graphics
- 👍 Portable and convenient to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and performance issues
- 💰 Some lightsaber hilts require in-app purchases
- 📢 Frequent advertisements
- 🔒 Concerns about camera access permissions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when trying to access certain features
- Camera integration not working properly on some devices
- Inconsistent sound effects across different lightsaber models

**Requested features**

- Add more free lightsaber customization options
- Implement a multiplayer or dueling mode
- Improve camera integration and AR functionality
- Reduce the number of advertisements


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Spider free?

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

### Is Lightsaber Simulator free?

Lightsaber Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Spider or Lightsaber Simulator?

Lightsaber Simulator is rated higher. Spider averages 3.2 out of 5 from 151 ratings, while Lightsaber Simulator averages 4.7 from 2.4K ratings.

### Do Spider or Lightsaber Simulator have ads?

Lightsaber Simulator shows ads; Spider does not.

### Which is updated more often, Spider or Lightsaber Simulator?

Spider ships an update monthly, and Lightsaber Simulator every 4 weeks. Most recently, Spider was updated on October 21, 2026 and Lightsaber Simulator on October 22, 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.*