# Flippy Knife vs Jetpack Joyride Classic

Flippy Knife and Jetpack Joyride Classic both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of Flippy Knife's written reviews are positive against 31% of Jetpack Joyride Classic's. Flippy Knife also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (36K vs 1.5K). Jetpack Joyride Classic's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Flippy Knife sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Jetpack Joyride Classic sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. 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 Jetpack Joyride Classic. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flippy Knife has 36K ratings behind it against 1.5K, 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 31% of Jetpack Joyride Classic's.

Flippy Knife ships an update every 5 weeks, Jetpack Joyride Classic every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Flippy Knife | Jetpack Joyride Classic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (36K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flippy-knife-throw-spin-hit/id1208359453/reviews)** | [4.5 (1.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jetpack-joyride-classic/id6464260080/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **36K** | 1.5K |
| Positive reviews | **72.7% of reviews** | 30.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 272 MB | 316 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.2** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [BERESNEV s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1501867783) | [Halfbrick](https://appshunter.io/developer/356994313) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PROFESSIONAL CLUB MEMBERSHIP | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Membership (1 week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Fantasy Sword | $0.99 | one-time |
| 6 Simple Knives | $0.99 | one-time |
| 11 Knife Makers' Blades | $0.99 | one-time |
| 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 |

**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


### Jetpack Joyride Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jetpack-joyride-classic/id6464260080)

Experience the classic endless running adventure with Barry Steakfries. Equip unique jetpacks, dodge obstacles, and complete missions. This version offers an ad-free and in-app purchase-free gameplay experience, allowing you to focus on achieving high scores and unlocking content.

**Highlights:** No ads or in-app purchases, Unlockable jetpacks, Iconic soundtrack, Daring missions, Customizable outfits, Dodge lasers and missiles, Collect coins

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Halfbrick+ | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Trial) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Early Adopter) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ (Yearly discount) | $2.99 | per month |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ | $29.99 | per year |
| Halfbrick+ | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💎 Classic version of the game
- 🎮 Nostalgic and fun gameplay
- 🎉 No ads or in-app purchases

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Locked behind a paywall/subscription
- 🔒 Restricted access without subscription
- 🤑 Greedy monetization model

**Reported bugs**

- Problematic save feature causing data loss
- Game breaking issues on certain devices

**Requested features**

- More vehicle costumes for S.A.M.
- Ability to transfer progress from original game


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Flippy Knife free?

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

### Is Jetpack Joyride Classic free?

Jetpack Joyride Classic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Flippy Knife or Jetpack Joyride Classic?

Flippy Knife is rated higher. Flippy Knife averages 4.6 out of 5 from 36K ratings, while Jetpack Joyride Classic averages 4.5 from 1.5K ratings.

### Do Flippy Knife or Jetpack Joyride Classic have ads?

Flippy Knife shows ads; Jetpack Joyride Classic does not.

### Which is updated more often, Flippy Knife or Jetpack Joyride Classic?

Flippy Knife ships an update every 5 weeks, and Jetpack Joyride Classic every 3 weeks. Most recently, Flippy Knife was updated on November 7, 2026 and Jetpack Joyride Classic on November 7, 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.*