Comparison

Whack vs EPIC WHACK

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Whack

Engage in fast-paced arcade action by whacking cute pandas as they pop up. Avoid hitting the look-alike elder panda to preserve your lives. Compete with others online by achieving high scores.

Highlights
  • Whack-a-mole gameplay
  • Cute panda characters
  • Avoid the elder panda
  • 3-life system
  • Online high score competition
  • Suitable for all ages
Features
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Whack-a-mole arcade action in cute Panda form! Give 'em a smack when they poke their heads out! Watch out for the old geezer panda look-alike. You don't want to make him made. In game you have 3 lives. You lose lives when you do not manage to whack the panda in time, or if you hit the old guy. 3 strikes and it's game over. Also, compete online on Game Center where all your hiscores are saved! This game is intended for both children and big children in the form of adults. So, what are you waiting for? Give it a go and see how well you 'smack them pandas'!!

About

EPIC WHACK

Experience a classic arcade game with an over-the-top intensity. Tap rapidly to whack moles as they pop up, testing your speed and reflexes in this addictive challenge.

Highlights
  • Classic mole-whacking gameplay
  • Fast-paced action
  • Simple to play
  • Addictive challenge
  • High-intensity experience
Features
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Brace yourself for a mole-whacking extravaganza like no other. Welcome to Epic Whack-A-Mole: Ultimate Mole Mayhem, where the moles meet their match in IN THIS EPIC ACTION-PACKED MEGA BLOCKBUSTER showdown! FUELED BY THE INHIBITED NEED OF TESTOSTERONE, THESE RABID MOLES WILL STOP AT NOTHING TO DESROY THE WORLD. From the moment you lay your eyes on our grandiose explosion-filled logo, you'll be primed for an action-packed, high-octane whack-a-mole experience. Brace yourself, because it's... just a regular whack-a-mole game. But hey, it's an incredibly fun and addictive one! Our version of this classic pastime is a delightful blend of simplicity and charm, wrapped up in a veneer of over-the-top intensity. We've distilled the essence of mole-whacking into a game that's easy to play but hard to master. With each tap, you'll be whacking, smacking, and thwacking your way to glory! But don't be fooled by our game's simplicity. Beneath its unassuming exterior, you'll find layers of strategy and skill. Will you aim for speed, trying to whack as many moles as possible? Or will you play the long game, waiting for the perfect moment to strike? No matter your approach, you're sure to have a blast with Explosive Whack-A-Mole: Ultimate Mole Mayhem. So come join the fun and experience the most epic (not really, but close enough) game of whack-a-mole you've ever played! In the world of mole-whacking, there can be only one champion. Are you ready to claim the crown? Download now and let the mole-whacking madness begin!

Screenshots

Whack4 screens
EPIC WHACK4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: EPIC WHACK at none against Whack's shown. EPIC WHACK also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 28 months) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Whack's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.4). On price, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Whack ships an update every 28 months, EPIC WHACK fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Whack versus EPIC WHACK: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWhackEPIC WHACK
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 28 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB32 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBen WalkerNERVE Plus Inc

Customer experience

Whack

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

EPIC WHACK

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

Whack

No in-app purchases

None

EPIC WHACK

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Whack free?
Whack is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EPIC WHACK free?
EPIC WHACK is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Whack or EPIC WHACK have ads?
Whack shows ads; EPIC WHACK does not.
Which is updated more often, Whack or EPIC WHACK?
Whack ships an update every 28 months, and EPIC WHACK fortnightly. Most recently, Whack was updated on October 16, 2026 and EPIC WHACK on October 24, 2026.

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