The Catapult vs Tower Archer
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Catapult
Defend your castle by launching stones with a catapult. Aim and release to destroy enemy siege weapons and towers. Earn coins to purchase powerful upgrades like bombs and improve your defenses.
- Catapult aiming and firing
- Destroy enemy siege weapons
- Upgrade projectiles (e.g., bombs)
- Earn coins for upgrades
- Intuitive tap-and-drag controls
Read full descriptionHide full description
In the game "The Catapult" you must help the stickman defend his castle from the siege weapons of the enemy. Use the catapult to throw stones at the opponents and break their military mechanisms and siege towers. The game has a simple intuitive control. Tap on the screen and pull to charge the catapult and select the tension force. Release to launch the projectile into the enemy. For each struck enemy you will earn coins which help you to buy upgrades shells, for example a bomb. We are waiting for your wishes and comments on the game. Have a good game!
Tower Archer
Defend your fortress as a master archer against waves of enemies. Unleash precise arrow barrages, strategically upgrade your arsenal, and master your aim to repel the onslaught and become the realm's hero. This tower defense game tests your reflexes and strategic thinking.
- Precision archery combat
- Strategic tower defense
- Enemy wave assaults
- Arsenal upgrades
- Masterful aim mechanics
- Intensifying challenges
Read full descriptionHide full description
Embark on an epic journey into the heart of battle with Tower Archer, the ultimate tower defense experience that puts your archery skills to the test! As the master archer standing sentinel atop the towering fortress walls, you hold the fate of the realm in your hands. Waves of relentless enemies, from sword-wielding foot soldiers to mighty spear throwers, assail your stronghold, and it's up to you to repel them with precision and skill. In Tower Archer, every shot counts as you unleash a barrage of arrows upon the advancing hordes. With each level, the challenge intensifies, requiring strategic thinking and quick reflexes to emerge victorious. Utilize cunning tricks and masterful aim to thwart the enemy onslaught and secure your place as the hero of the realm. Upgrade your arsenal with the latest in archery technology to become the ultimate tower defense god. Increase the number of arrows per shot to rain devastation upon your foes, extend your range to reach distant targets, and amplify your damage to ensure no enemy survives your onslaught. With each upgrade, you inch closer to becoming the best archer the realm has ever known. Tower Archer combines the thrill of classic tower defense gameplay with the precision of archery mechanics, creating an immersive experience unlike any other. Whether you're a seasoned master of the bow or a newcomer looking to hone your skills, Tower Archer offers endless hours of excitement and challenge. So, grab your bow, take aim, and unleash hell upon the approaching waves of enemies. Will you rise to the challenge and become the hero the realm needs?
Screenshots
Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Tower Archer at none against The Catapult's shown. Tower Archer also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months) and rating (4.5 vs 4.2). The Catapult's advantage is review sentiment (54% vs 20%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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
Both are free to download. The Catapult sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Tower Archer sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Tower Archer holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tower Archer has 3K ratings behind it against 234, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 54% of The Catapult's written reviews are positive against 20% of Tower Archer's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
The Catapult ships an update every 5 months, Tower Archer every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Catapult | Tower Archer |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (234 ratings) | 4.5 (3K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 53.7% of reviews — better | 19.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 234 | 3K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 115 MB | 218 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | BYV | Tiny Kraken Games |
Customer experience
The Catapult
Tower Archer
User reviews
The Catapult
From 234 App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 🎮 Highly addictive and engaging gameplay
- ⚡ Simple yet challenging mechanics
- 🎯 Physics-based targeting system
- 💰 No ads or minimal ads experience
- 🏆 Competitive leaderboard system
Room to improve
- 🔄 Repetitive gameplay after extended play
- ⚖️ Unfair difficulty balance and AI advantage
- 🐛 Projectiles pass through terrain inconsistently
- 💸 Expensive upgrade costs (999-4999 coins)
- 🎬 Intrusive and buggy ads
Tower Archer
From 3K App Store ratingsWhat we love
- 👍 Fun game
- 🚀 Enjoyable gameplay
- 💡 Interesting concept
Room to improve
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🔒 Issues with in-app purchases
- 💤 Game becomes too easy over time
Bugs and requests
The Catapult
Reported bugs
10 issues- Shop missing on iOS version
- Restore purchase function not working on new devices
- Upgrades lost after shutdown
- Gold coins disappearing without reason
- Ad close button not functioning properly
Show 5 moreShow fewer
- Game crashes and refuses to load
- Projectiles ignore terrain collision inconsistently
- Shields not blocking projectiles properly
- Game stuttering on some devices
- Inconsistent double kill coin rewards
Requested features
10 requests- Add shop/store to iOS version for upgrades
- More maps and varied environments
- Aiming line or aiming assistance feature
- Multiplayer with real players
- Save game progress between sessions
Show 5 moreShow fewer
- More power-ups and special abilities
- Skip early levels for advanced players
- Ability to revive after death
- More diverse enemy types and bosses
- Longer-lasting explosion effects
Tower Archer
Reported bugs
3 issues- Game freezes at level 83
- Inability to progress past level 83
- Ads not removed after purchase
Requested features
3 requests- Add more levels
- Improve progression system
- Fix issues with level 83
In-app purchases
The Catapult
- Disabling advertising$0.99
- 1000 Coins$1.99
- 5000 Coins$3.99
Show 2 moreShow fewer
- 15000 Coins$6.99
- 100000 Coins$22.99
Tower Archer
- Discounted Remove Ads Offer$1.99
- Remove Ads$3.99
Questions
Is The Catapult free?
Is Tower Archer free?
Which has better reviews, The Catapult or Tower Archer?
Do The Catapult or Tower Archer have ads?
Which is updated more often, The Catapult or Tower Archer?
Other comparisons
