# Gibbets vs Save Simbachka

Gibbets and Save Simbachka both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of Save Simbachka's written reviews are positive against 42% of Gibbets's. Save Simbachka also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (1K vs 229). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gibbets sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Save Simbachka sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Gibbets against 4.8 for Save Simbachka. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 229 and 1K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 42% of Gibbets's written reviews are positive against 86% of Save Simbachka's.

Gibbets ships an update every 3 months, Save Simbachka every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gibbets | Save Simbachka |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (229 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gibbets-bow-master/id1351301107/reviews) | **[4.8 (1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/save-simbachka/id1641553985/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 229 | **1K** |
| Positive reviews | 42.5% of reviews | **85.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 246 MB | 236 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Konstantin Boronenkov](https://appshunter.io/developer/660671521) | [Pimpochka Games TOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1535432253) |

## What reviewers say

### Gibbets

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gibbets-bow-master/id1351301107)

Save victims from the gallows by precisely shooting ropes with a bow and arrow. Utilize power-ups and strategic aiming to succeed in this fast-paced arcade puzzler.

**Highlights:** Aim and shoot arrows, Cut hangman's rope, Save victims, Use bonuses and pick-ups, Navigate warps and teleports, Frantic arcade pace

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Handful of Stars | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove ADs + Bonus | $1.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Quivers | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pile of Stars | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Halloween pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pile of medals | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bag of Stars | $9.99 | one-time |
| Chest of Stars | $19.99 | one-time |
| Chest of medals | $19.99 | one-time |


### Save Simbachka

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/save-simbachka/id1641553985)

Protect a cat from bees and other threats by drawing a protective wall. Use your creativity to outsmart enemies and survive for a set amount of time to win each level. Enjoy a variety of challenges and unlock fun customizations for your feline friend.

**Highlights:** Draw protective walls, Protect from bees and enemies, Many bright levels, Unlockable cat hats, Funny cat expressions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No ads | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Enjoyable and fun game
- 🐱 Beloved character Simba
- 🎨 Creative drawing mechanics
- 🎶 Great music and sound effects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🧨 Excessive in-game ads
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔌 Requires internet connection

**Reported bugs**

- Levels not loading properly
- Saved progress issues
- Unpredictable controls

**Requested features**

- Offline mode
- More level variety
- Customization options
- Simba merchandise


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gibbets free?

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

### Is Save Simbachka free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Gibbets or Save Simbachka?

Save Simbachka is rated higher. Gibbets averages 4.6 out of 5 from 229 ratings, while Save Simbachka averages 4.8 from 1K ratings.

### Do Gibbets or Save Simbachka have ads?

Both Gibbets and Save Simbachka show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gibbets or Save Simbachka?

Gibbets ships an update every 3 months, and Save Simbachka every 2 weeks. Most recently, Gibbets was updated on October 24, 2026 and Save Simbachka on October 24, 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.*