# Flat Pack vs Shovel Pirate

The clearest difference is rating: Flat Pack at 4.7 against Shovel Pirate's 4.1. Flat Pack also leads on ratings volume (4.4K vs 37) and review sentiment (85% vs 72%). Shovel Pirate's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flat Pack sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Shovel Pirate sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Flat Pack holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flat Pack has 4.4K ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 85% of Flat Pack's written reviews are positive against 72% of Shovel Pirate's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flat Pack | Shovel Pirate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (4.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flat-pack/id1206776375/reviews)** | [4.1 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shovel-pirate/id6473428149/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4.4K** | 37 |
| Positive reviews | **85.1% of reviews** | 72.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 151 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nitrome](https://appshunter.io/developer/568079484) | [Gionathan Pesaresi](https://appshunter.io/developer/774933633) |

## What reviewers say

### Flat Pack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flat-pack/id1206776375)

Experience a unique platformer that blends 2D and 3D gameplay. Navigate over 30 levels filled with challenging traps, enemies, and epic boss fights. Explore a real-world environment with the innovative AR Mode.

**Highlights:** 2D and 3D hybrid gameplay, Over 30 unique levels, AR Mode for real-world environments, Cool traps and enemies, Epic boss fights, One-handed controls, Secret stars and ending

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads - premium | $3.99 | one-time |


### Shovel Pirate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shovel-pirate/id6473428149)

Embark on a pirate adventure to find hidden treasures. This cute platformer features fun puzzles, charming characters, and clever traps across 15 action-packed levels. Discover secret collectibles and enjoy delightful music as you progress.

**Highlights:** 15 action-packed levels, Clever puzzles, Secret collectibles, Intuitive controls, Charming music

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and enjoyable gameplay
- 👍 Simple and easy to play
- 👍 Satisfying mechanics
- 👍 Good for killing time
- 👍 Nice characters and graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid to unlock levels
- 💰 Misleading free-to-play model
- 💰 Game is too short
- 💰 Poor value for money (for some)
- 👎 Controls can be frustrating

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes after purchase
- Cannot play past a certain level without paying

**Requested features**

- Separate buttons for ladder and shoveling controls
- More levels or a sequel
- Longer games
- Make more levels free in the future
- Updates to design


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flat Pack free?

Flat Pack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shovel Pirate free?

Shovel Pirate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flat Pack or Shovel Pirate?

Flat Pack is rated higher. Flat Pack averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.4K ratings, while Shovel Pirate averages 4.1 from 37 ratings.

### Do Flat Pack or Shovel Pirate have ads?

Flat Pack shows ads; Shovel Pirate 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.*