# Flippy Knife vs Sling Drift

Flippy Knife and Sling Drift both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of Flippy Knife's written reviews are positive against 47% of Sling Drift's. Flippy Knife also leads on update cadence (every 5 weeks vs every 5 months). Sling Drift's advantage is chart position (#82 vs unranked) and ratings volume (287K vs 36K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flippy Knife sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Sling Drift sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Flippy Knife against 4.5 for Sling Drift. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sling Drift has 287K ratings behind it against 36K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Flippy Knife's written reviews are positive against 47% of Sling Drift's.

Flippy Knife ships an update every 5 weeks, Sling Drift every 5 months. Both last shipped on September 28, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flippy Knife | Sling Drift |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (36K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flippy-knife-throw-spin-hit/id1208359453/reviews)** | [4.5 (287K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sling-drift/id1377372413/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 36K | **287K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.6% of reviews** | 47.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 weeks** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#82** |
| Size | 272 MB | 244 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.2 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [BERESNEV s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501867783) | [AI Games FZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478916023) |

## What reviewers say

### Flippy Knife

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flippy-knife-throw-spin-hit/id1208359453)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Membership (1 week) | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| PROFESSIONAL CLUB MEMBERSHIP | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Fantasy Sword | $0.99 | one-time |
| 6 Simple Knives | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11 Knife Makers' Blades | $0.99 | one-time |
| 2 Cold & 2 Hot Swords | $0.99 | one-time |
| Bad Laser | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack of Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 12 Gift knives | $0.99 | one-time |
| BOOM! missiles | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADS | $3.99 | one-time |
| Self aiming knife | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🔍 Wide variety of knives with unique characteristics
- 🎨 Great visuals and animations
- 💰 Reasonable monetization model

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Excessive ads and ad-related issues
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches affecting gameplay
- 🔁 Repetitive and lacking in long-term content
- 🔒 Difficulty restoring progress after reinstall

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

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


### Sling Drift

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sling-drift/id1377372413)

**Currently charting:** #82 Top Free · Racing (US App Store)

Master the art of car drifting in this addictive 2D game. Tap and hold to slide your car, collect gems to unlock new vehicles, and conquer challenging race courses. Enjoy easy controls and a multiplayer mode for endless fun.

**Highlights:** Easy one-tap controls, Unlockable sport cars, Addictive gameplay, Multiplayer mode, Gem collection for upgrades, Challenging drift race courses

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Remove Banner and Game Over Ad | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive and fun gameplay
- 👍 Simple and easy to play
- 🎮 Satisfying drifting mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 💰 Expensive VIP subscription
- 🐛 Inconsistent mechanics and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes and freezes
- Incorrect score tracking
- Unresponsive controls

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- More car customization options
- Varied track themes and environments


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flippy Knife free?

Flippy Knife is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Sling Drift free?

Sling Drift is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flippy Knife or Sling Drift?

Flippy Knife is rated higher. Flippy Knife averages 4.6 out of 5 from 36K ratings, while Sling Drift averages 4.5 from 287K ratings.

### Do Flippy Knife or Sling Drift have ads?

Both Flippy Knife and Sling Drift show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Flippy Knife or Sling Drift?

Flippy Knife ships an update every 5 weeks, and Sling Drift every 5 months. Most recently, Flippy Knife was updated on September 28, 2026 and Sling Drift on September 28, 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.*