# Cheapshot vs Pokémon Quest

The clearest difference is ads: Pokémon Quest at none against Cheapshot's shown. Pokémon Quest also leads on ratings volume (19K vs 482). Cheapshot's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 6 months). On price, rating, review sentiment and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Cheapshot sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Pokémon Quest sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Cheapshot holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pokémon Quest has 19K ratings behind it against 482, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 74% of Cheapshot's written reviews are positive against 75% of Pokémon Quest's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Cheapshot ships an update every 2 weeks, Pokémon Quest every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cheapshot | Pokémon Quest |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (482 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cheapshot-map-game/id1229112582/reviews)** | [4.3 (19K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pokemon-quest/id1345187641/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 482 | **19K** |
| Positive reviews | 74.3% of reviews | **75.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 126 MB | 255 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cheapshot Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1229112581) | [The Pokemon Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/446737235) |

## What reviewers say

### Cheapshot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cheapshot-map-game/id1229112582)

Explore the real world with this multiplayer GPS game. Claim neighborhoods, interact with other players, and develop your territory. Engage in combat or peaceful building with a vast array of customization options.

**Highlights:** Real-world GPS gameplay, Claim and develop territory, Real-time player interaction, Character leveling and gear customization, Sandbox open-world experience, Territory defense and strategy elements

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cheapshot Black | $9.99 | per month |
| Fire extinguisher | $0.99 | one-time |
| Change icon/nickname | $0.99 | one-time |
| 20 Dragon glass gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 60 Dragon glass gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| 200 Dragon glass gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| 600 Dragon glass gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Wicked Candy Stash | $24.99 | one-time |
| 7500 Dragon Glass gems | $39.99 | one-time |
| 120 Gift envelopes | $64.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Great game
- 👍 Fun and addictive
- 🌍 Unique location-based concept
- 💪 Satisfying progression and upgrades
- 🤝 Enjoyable community and player interactions

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and server issues
- 🤖 Overpowered bots/AI
- 💰 Monetization concerns and pay-to-win elements
- 🏙️ Lack of active players in some areas
- 🧭 Frustrating location-based mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent server disconnections and timeouts
- Account login and permission issues
- Inconsistent item/resource spawning
- Unbalanced PvP mechanics and griefing
- Crashes and performance problems on some devices

**Requested features**

- Add trading and gifting between players
- Improve new player onboarding and tutorial
- Introduce clan/alliance system for group play
- Expand content and events to keep game fresh
- Provide more offline/remote gameplay options


### Pokémon Quest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pokemon-quest/id1345187641)

Embark on an expedition RPG adventure with cube-shaped Pokémon on Tumblecube Island. Battle wild Pokémon with simple tap controls, befriend new creatures to build your team, and customize your base camp with fun decorations. Discover hidden treasures and enjoy lively battles.

**Highlights:** Cube-shaped Pokémon characters, Expedition-based RPG gameplay, Simple tap-to-battle mechanics, Befriend and collect Pokémon, Team building and customization, Base camp decoration

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mini Expedition Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Broadburst Stone | $2.99 | one-time |
| Whack-Whack Stone | $2.99 | one-time |
| Wait Less Stone | $2.99 | one-time |
| Stay Strong Stone | $2.99 | one-time |
| Sharing Stone | $2.99 | one-time |
| Expedition Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Great Expedition Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ultra Expedition Pack | $17.99 | one-time |
| Expedition 3-Pack Bundle | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Cute, unique art style
- 🆓 Free-to-play with no pay-to-win
- 🔍 Interesting concept of attracting Pokémon instead of capturing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Long wait times to recharge energy
- 🔀 Unreliable dodging and movement controls
- 🔍 Repetitive and grindy gameplay loop
- 🤔 Confusing or lacking explanations for certain mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Pokémon getting stuck or not responding during battles
- Incorrect evolution levels for some Pokémon
- Occasional crashes or freezes on loading screens

**Requested features**

- Add multiplayer and PvP modes
- Expand to include more Pokémon generations
- Improve the move learning and training systems
- Allow players to choose Eevee's evolution


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cheapshot free?

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

### Is Pokémon Quest free?

Pokémon Quest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Cheapshot or Pokémon Quest?

Cheapshot is rated higher. Cheapshot averages 4.4 out of 5 from 482 ratings, while Pokémon Quest averages 4.3 from 19K ratings.

### Do Cheapshot or Pokémon Quest have ads?

Cheapshot shows ads; Pokémon Quest does not.

### Which is updated more often, Cheapshot or Pokémon Quest?

Cheapshot ships an update every 2 weeks, and Pokémon Quest every 6 months. Most recently, Cheapshot was updated on November 2, 2026 and Pokémon Quest on November 6, 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.*