Comparison

Flippy Knife vs Dot Trap

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

Head to head
About

Flippy Knife

Master the art of knife flipping and throwing in this addictive 3D game. Perform combos, hit targets across diverse locations, and collect a vast arsenal of blades. It's a thrilling challenge for those who enjoy precision and risk-taking.

Highlights
  • Physics-based realistic knives
  • Over 120 unique blades
  • 7 different game modes
  • Awesome graphics
  • Award badges
  • Unique game mechanics
Features
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WHAT’S THE GAME ABOUT? Learn how to flip knives like a pro, to make a great combos and never miss! Become a true master of 7 different locations and get a great collection of famous knives, swords, axes and fantasy legends! — more than 30,000,000 downloads; — game of the week in 66 countries; — #1 in the top games in the USA, Russia, Australia, the UK, Canada… WHO’S PLAYING? It’s a game for those who loves knives and thrill! It’s a game for the strong and confident. Be on knife edge, take risks and hit the targets! Pick up a knife and stick it into the target! Do it in FLIPPY KNIFE on the subway or in a lineup for a game, in a coffee shop or park, at school or at work! GAME FEATURES: — more than 120 blades with a cool design; — physics-based realistic knives; — 7 different game modes in one game; — awesome graphics from the pros at Beresnev.Design; — more than 50 great award badges; — unique game mechanics; — high-quality support and super updates! Use the #flippyknife hashtag and the best content will be published on our Instagram account. Like us on our Facebook page or follow us on Instagram: www.facebook.com/BeresnevGames www.instagram.com/flippyknife And remember: skill comes with experience! SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS Premium Membership Subscription options, prices and durations: - Weekly Premium Membership for $7,99 offers a weekly subscription after a 3-day free trial for unlocking 15 exclusive knives, getting 1000 coins daily and removing ads. - Monthly Premium Membership for $19,99 offers a monthly subscription for unlocking 15 exclusive knives, getting 1000 coins daily and removing ads. - Yearly Premium Membership for $99,99 offers a yearly subscription for unlocking 15 exclusive knives, getting 1000 coins daily and removing ads. End of trial and subscription renewal: - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase; - Subscription automatically renews with the price and duration period as the original "1 week"/"1 month"/"1 year" package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period; - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the cost of the chosen package (weekly, monthly or annually package); - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings after purchase; - You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription setting through your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit https://support.apple.com/HT202039 for more information. Canceling trial or subscription: - You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your iTunes Account Settings. However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period; - Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable. Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below Terms of Use: https://beresnev.games/termofuse/ For all the questions please contact us at support@beresnev.games * Prices are equal to the value that "Apple's App Store Pricing Matrix" determines as the equivalent of the subscription price in $ USD

About

Dot Trap

A minimalist puzzle game where players strategically place obstacles to trap a red dot within a circular matrix. It requires careful planning and quick thinking to make each move count.

Highlights
  • Simple, intuitive gameplay
  • Strategic obstacle placement
  • Minimalist design
  • Challenging puzzles
  • One-tap controls
Features
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Think fast, plan ahead, and lock it down! Dot Trap is a minimalist, deceptively challenging logic puzzle game that will put your strategic thinking to the test. Your objective is simple, but execution is everything: trap the elusive red dot within a matrix of circles before it escapes the board! With every single tap you make, the red dot makes its move toward freedom. Can you think two steps ahead and cut off all its escape routes, or will it outsmart your maze? HOW TO PLAY: Turn-Based Strategy: You move once, then the red dot moves once. Block the Path: Tap on any gray circle to turn it into a solid, unpassable obstacle. Encircle & Trap: Wall the red dot in completely so it has zero legal moves remaining. Watch Your Steps: Think twice before every single tap—one wrong move, and the dot escapes! WHY YOU’LL LOVE DOT TRAP: Pure Logic Gameplay: No clock, no rush - just your brain against a clever AI. It’s the perfect blend of casual relaxation and intense cognitive exercise. Clean, Minimalist Design: Enjoy eye-friendly, distraction-free graphics that let you focus entirely on your next strategic move. Satisfying Audio FX: Subtle, crisp sound effects that make every successful trap and clever block incredibly rewarding. 100% Offline Play: No internet connection or Wi-Fi required. Trap the dot during your daily commute, on flights, or during quick breaks. Smooth iOS Performance: Fluid tap response, ultra-lightweight app size, and perfectly optimized layout for both iPhone and iPad. If you enjoy classic brain teasers, maze escapes, turn-based strategy, or spatial puzzles, Dot Trap will quickly become your new daily addiction. Are you ready to outsmart the matrix? Download Dot Trap completely FREE today and see how many steps it takes you!

Screenshots

Flippy Knife4 screens
Dot Trap4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Flippy Knife at 4.6 against Dot Trap's 2.6. Flippy Knife also leads on review sentiment (73% vs 33%) and update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 9 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Flippy Knife sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Dot Trap sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flippy Knife holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flippy Knife has 36K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Flippy Knife's written reviews are positive against 33% of Dot Trap's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flippy Knife ships an update every 5 weeks, Dot Trap every 9 months. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Flippy Knife versus Dot Trap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlippy KnifeDot Trap
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (36K ratings) — better2.6 (17 ratings)
Positive reviews72.6% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings36K — better17
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 9 months
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.215.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size272 MB64 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBERESNEV s.r.o.Abhishek Aryan

Customer experience

Flippy Knife

All ratings35,552 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral4.8%
Negative4.2%
Written reviews709 reviews
Positive72.6%
Neutral7.6%
Negative19.7%

Dot Trap

All ratings17 ratings
Positive35.3%
Neutral5.9%
Negative58.8%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral11.1%
Negative55.6%

Bugs and requests

Flippy Knife

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Ads getting stuck or not loading properly
  • Invisible walls and other physics-related issues
  • Account data not syncing or being lost after reinstall
  • Gameplay freezes or crashes on certain devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Online multiplayer mode
  • Customization options for knives and backgrounds
  • Checkpoint system in Climb mode
  • Improved feedback on achievements and progress

Dot Trap

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

12 purchases

Flippy Knife

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Membership (1 week)3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • PROFESSIONAL CLUB MEMBERSHIP3 Days trial$3.997 Days
One-time10
  • Fantasy Sword$0.99
  • 6 Simple Knives$0.99
  • 11 Knife Makers' Blades$0.99
Show 7 more
  • 2 Cold & 2 Hot Swords$0.99
  • Bad Laser$0.99
  • Medium Pack of Coins$0.99
  • 12 Gift knives$0.99
  • BOOM! missiles$0.99
  • Remove ADS$3.99
  • Self aiming knife$4.99
1 purchases

Dot Trap

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99

Questions

Is Flippy Knife free?
Flippy Knife is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dot Trap free?
Dot Trap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Flippy Knife or Dot Trap?
Flippy Knife is rated higher. Flippy Knife averages 4.6 out of 5 from 36K ratings, while Dot Trap averages 2.6 from 17 ratings.
Do Flippy Knife or Dot Trap have ads?
Both Flippy Knife and Dot Trap show ads.
Which is updated more often, Flippy Knife or Dot Trap?
Flippy Knife ships an update every 5 weeks, and Dot Trap every 9 months. Most recently, Flippy Knife was updated on October 17, 2026 and Dot Trap on October 1, 2026.

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