Comparison

Arachnoids Pro vs Asteroids

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

Head to head
About

Arachnoids Pro

Features
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Arachnoids, Attack of the space spiders Pro version, no ads. Thanks for volunteering to save the Earth in this retro arcade space shooter. The Arachnoids are invaders from another galaxy. They have crossed light years of space time in order to claim our most desirable little planet for the Spider Empire. Your job is to defeat the evil space spiders, save the Earth and make the universe a safe place once more. Space spider invaders are the most feared species in the Galaxy, they are not really evil. No, its because they reproduce at a staggering rate, either by spontaneous division or by laying spider eggs which very quick reach full maturity. The inevitable result is a population explosion like nothing on Earth and so the Arachnoids are continuously searching for new planets to colonise. You must stop the Space Spiders before their number grows out of control. Download Arachnoids now and help save the planet.

About

Asteroids

Command a fleet to destroy asteroids and conquer the galaxy. This idle strategy game features fleet upgrades, epic boss battles, and retro visuals. Compete in tournaments and enjoy endless content with regular updates.

Highlights
  • Idle resource gathering
  • Fleet upgrades and new ships
  • Epic boss asteroid battles
  • Retro polished visuals
  • High-score tournaments
  • Regular content updates
Features
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Asteroids: Idle Challenge - Command, Destroy, Conquer! Take charge of your fleet and smash through asteroids to conquer the galaxy in Asteroids: Idle Challenge. This game is a perfect blend of idle mechanics and strategic gameplay, designed to keep you entertained. Idle Strategy: Automatically gather resources and upgrade your fleet, even when you're offline. Your choices matter—every upgrade pushes you further into space domination. Fleet Upgrades: Unlock new ships with unique abilities and upgrade them to face tougher challenges. Build the ultimate fleet to crush any asteroid in your path. Epic Boss Battles: Take on massive boss asteroids that require smart strategies and precise execution. Every boss fight is a test of your command skills. Retro Polished Visuals: Enjoy smooth animations, vibrant colors, and classic space physics that make every explosion and asteroid collision a visual treat. Tournaments: Compete in limited-time high-score events to earn big rewards. Show off your skills and climb the leaderboard in these exciting challenges. Endless Content: With regular updates and new challenges, there's always something new to explore. Your journey to becoming the ultimate space commander never ends. Download Asteroids: Idle Challenge now and start your galactic conquest!

Screenshots

Arachnoids Pro4 screens
Asteroids4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Asteroids at Free against Arachnoids Pro's $0.99. Asteroids also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 35 months). Arachnoids Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On device support and iOS requirement 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

Asteroids is free to download; Arachnoids Pro costs $0.99 up front. Asteroids sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Arachnoids Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Arachnoids Pro ships an update every 35 months, Asteroids every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Arachnoids Pro versus Asteroids: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArachnoids ProAsteroids
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—4.2 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—50.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—17 — better
Update frequencyEvery 35 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB193 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperGalatic DroidsDaedalus Lab LLC

In-app purchases

None

Arachnoids Pro

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Asteroids

One-time7
  • Small Pack$2.99
  • Starter Pack$4.99
  • Medium Pack$9.99
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  • No Ads.$9.99
  • Large Pack$19.99
  • Omega Pack$19.99
  • Extra Large Pack$49.99

Questions

Is Arachnoids Pro free?
Arachnoids Pro costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Asteroids free?
Asteroids is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Arachnoids Pro or Asteroids have ads?
Asteroids shows ads; Arachnoids Pro does not.
Which is updated more often, Arachnoids Pro or Asteroids?
Arachnoids Pro ships an update every 35 months, and Asteroids every 2 months. Most recently, Arachnoids Pro was updated on October 26, 2026 and Asteroids on November 3, 2026.

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