# Tank Stars vs Johnny Trigger

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Johnny Trigger at 80% against Tank Stars's 45%. Johnny Trigger also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4) and chart position (#188 vs unranked). Tank Stars's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tank Stars sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Johnny Trigger sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Johnny Trigger holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 159K and 742K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Tank Stars's written reviews are positive against 80% of Johnny Trigger's.

Tank Stars ships an update every 3 weeks, Johnny Trigger monthly. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tank Stars | Johnny Trigger |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (159K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tank-stars/id1347123739/reviews) | **[4.8 (742K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/johnny-trigger/id1491328118/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 159K | **742K** |
| Positive reviews | 45.3% of reviews | **79.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#188** |
| Size | 277 MB | 419 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [AI Games FZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478916023) | [SayGames LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1551847165) |

## What reviewers say

### Tank Stars

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tank-stars/id1347123739)

Engage in thrilling 2D tank battles by choosing powerful weapons and collecting iconic war machines. Dominate opponents in online PvP arenas and challenging tournaments to become a tank hero.

**Highlights:** Action-packed 2D tank warfare, Dozens of deadly rockets and guns, Collect iconic tanks from past and future, Win online multiplayer tank battles, Compete in challenging tank tournaments, Daily rewards with membership

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diamond Membership (1 week) | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Diamond Membership (1 week) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Pinch of Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pinch of Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pinky Tank | $3.99 | one-time |
| Dubstep Tank | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pocketful of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pocketful of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 🎨 Charming graphics
- 🕹️ Smooth gameplay
- 💰 Fair reward system
- 🕹️ Simple but entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of content and variety
- 💸 Aggressive monetization with ads
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- ⚖️ Unbalanced tanks and gameplay
- 🕹️ Overly simplistic combat

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent game crashes
- Glitches with weapon selection and damage
- Issues with online connectivity and matchmaking
- Inconsistent tank behavior and performance

**Requested features**

- More tanks and customization options
- Improved multiplayer and matchmaking
- Reduced ads and fairer monetization
- Additional game modes and challenges
- Better map design and interactivity


### Johnny Trigger

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/johnny-trigger/id1491328118)

**Currently charting:** #188 Top Free · Action (US App Store)

Engage in a non-stop platform shooter where you play as a stylish operative taking down a mafia underworld. Utilize physics-based trick shots and a vast arsenal of weapons to eliminate enemies while carefully avoiding hostages. Unlock new rooms and customize your character with stylish skins.

**Highlights:** Thousands of tactical levels, Avoid hitting hostages, Physics-based trick shots, Collect 57 unique weapons, Unlock and customize base rooms, Stylish character skins, Boss battles

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP MEMBERSHIP | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Cash Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cash high value pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem high value pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Avenger Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hotshot Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Builder Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Lunatic Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🚀 Smooth animation and graphics
- 💡 Variety of weapons and skins
- 🤩 Great concept and execution

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤯 Excessive ads and monetization
- 🔁 Repetitive and unvaried levels
- 🐛 Glitches and crashes
- 🤔 Lack of difficulty progression

**Reported bugs**

- Ads getting stuck and unable to exit
- Aim issues and bullet registration problems
- Game crashing on higher levels
- Inability to claim rewards due to ad issues

**Requested features**

- More unique level designs and enemy types
- Difficulty settings and challenge modes
- Ability to skip ads or pay for ad-free experience
- Story mode and campaign progression
- Custom level creator


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tank Stars free?

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

### Is Johnny Trigger free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Tank Stars or Johnny Trigger?

Johnny Trigger is rated higher. Tank Stars averages 4.4 out of 5 from 159K ratings, while Johnny Trigger averages 4.8 from 742K ratings.

### Do Tank Stars or Johnny Trigger have ads?

Both Tank Stars and Johnny Trigger show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tank Stars or Johnny Trigger?

Tank Stars ships an update every 3 weeks, and Johnny Trigger monthly. Most recently, Tank Stars was updated on November 1, 2026 and Johnny Trigger on November 1, 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.*