# Galaxy Attack vs Galaxy Pirates

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Galaxy Attack at 352K against Galaxy Pirates's 2. Galaxy Attack also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks) and chart position (#101 vs unranked). Galaxy Pirates's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Galaxy Attack sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Galaxy Pirates sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Galaxy Pirates holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Galaxy Attack has 352K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Galaxy Attack ships an update weekly, Galaxy Pirates every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Galaxy Attack | Galaxy Pirates |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (352K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-attack-space-shooter/id1225548580/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-pirates-space-attack/id6475720088/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **352K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 55.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#101** | — |
| Size | 446 MB | 137 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CTC Technology Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1786328123) | [军 黄](https://appshunter.io/developer/1724280424) |

## What reviewers say

### Galaxy Attack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-attack-space-shooter/id1225548580)

**Currently charting:** #101 Top Grossing · Action, #155 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

Pilot a starship in an epic arcade-style space battle against alien invaders. Engage in challenging campaigns, face massive bosses, and compete with other players online. Collect daily rewards and upgrade your fleet to defend the galaxy.

**Highlights:** Choose and upgrade fighter ships, Over 200 challenging levels, Epic boss battles, Online PvP and co-op modes, Daily rewards and free gems, Stunning visual effects

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Gem | $0.99 | one-time |
| Supply Pack 1a | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner Package | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy more turn - Dice medium | $1.99 | one-time |
| Buy more turn - Dice large | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gem : Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Spin slot machine 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem : Helmet | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem : Large Box | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun game
- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 🚀 Nostalgic feel
- 👍 Great graphics and sound
- 👍 Helpful support team

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive upgrades and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔍 Lack of clear instructions
- 🔍 Confusing progression system
- 🔍 Unfair PvP matchmaking

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not working properly
- Sync issues across devices
- Levels/progress randomly resetting

**Requested features**

- Ability to trade or sell unwanted ships
- More accessible progression without spending money
- Better PvP matchmaking and balancing
- Clearer explanations of game mechanics


### Galaxy Pirates

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/galaxy-pirates-space-attack/id6475720088)

Embark on an interstellar adventure as a bounty hunter in this classic-style space shooter. Pilot diverse airships, battle alien forces, and conquer new territories with unique weapons and companions. Experience thrilling boss fights and upgrade your fleet.

**Highlights:** Classic space shooting gameplay, Variety of upgradable airships, Multiple game modes (campaign, endless), Fierce boss battles every 3 levels, Beautiful graphics and music, Smooth performance on all devices

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PILE GEM PACK | $0.49 | one-time |
| STACK GEM PACK | $0.99 | one-time |
| BOX GEM PACK | $1.99 | one-time |
| STARTER PACK | $1.99 | one-time |
| PREMIUM | $2.99 | one-time |
| OFFER PACK | $2.99 | one-time |
| SILVER GEM PACK | $3.99 | one-time |
| STARTER PACK OLD | $3.99 | one-time |
| GOLD GEM PACK | $9.99 | one-time |
| EMERALD GEM PACK | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Galaxy Attack free?

Galaxy Attack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Galaxy Pirates free?

Galaxy Pirates is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Galaxy Attack or Galaxy Pirates?

Galaxy Pirates is rated higher. Galaxy Attack averages 4.7 out of 5 from 352K ratings, while Galaxy Pirates averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Galaxy Attack or Galaxy Pirates have ads?

Both Galaxy Attack and Galaxy Pirates show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Galaxy Attack or Galaxy Pirates?

Galaxy Attack ships an update weekly, and Galaxy Pirates every 6 weeks. Most recently, Galaxy Attack was updated on November 8, 2026 and Galaxy Pirates on November 4, 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.*