# New Star Manager vs Superkickoff

The clearest difference is rating: New Star Manager at 4.7 against Superkickoff's 4.3. New Star Manager also leads on ratings volume (8.2K vs 144) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). Superkickoff's advantage is review sentiment (68% vs 59%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. New Star Manager sells 12 one-off in-app purchases and Superkickoff sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

New Star Manager holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: New Star Manager has 8.2K ratings behind it against 144, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 59% of New Star Manager's written reviews are positive against 68% of Superkickoff's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

New Star Manager ships an update every 2 weeks, Superkickoff every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | New Star Manager | Superkickoff |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (8.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/new-star-manager/id1360417684/reviews)** | [4.3 (144 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superkickoff/id1567453659/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **8.2K** | 144 |
| Positive reviews | 59.2% of reviews | **68.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 159 MB | 180 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [New Star Publishing Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1114811227) | [Baldemar Alejandres](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567453661) |

## What reviewers say

### New Star Manager

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/new-star-manager/id1360417684)

Manage a struggling soccer club to success by overseeing all aspects of its operation, from player training and facility development to financial management and on-pitch gameplay. Make crucial tactical decisions and handle off-pitch drama to lead your team to victory.

**Highlights:** Total club control, Full squad gameplay, Real soccer tactics, Off-pitch drama management, Global football leagues, Player training regimes

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Recovery Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Discovery Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Basic Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Club Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gold Player Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Training Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Interstitial Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Concerns Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited Team Editor | $5.99 | one-time |
| Contract Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Special Player Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Bux Pack #1 | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Engaging gameplay
- 👍 Detailed management simulation
- 🚀 Addictive and fun
- 👍 Solid foundation
- 🚀 Impressive depth

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes
- 💰 Aggressive monetization
- 🔋 Player energy issues
- 🔋 Difficult to keep players happy
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with player substitutions
- Incorrect player ratings and statistics
- Problems with the European competition qualification system
- Freezing and white screen issues
- Inconsistent player energy and recovery

**Requested features**

- Add ability to change team name, kit, and logo
- Improve player development and training system
- Implement a loan system for players
- Add more customization options
- Introduce a practice mode or tutorial


### Superkickoff

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superkickoff/id1567453659)

Simulate soccer tournaments with a focus on player faces and real-life situations for an immersive football experience. Manage your squad, make strategic signings, and employ superior tactics to lead your team to glory. Acquire legendary players and analyze game data to climb the rankings.

**Highlights:** Simulate soccer tournaments, Manage your squad, Make player signings, Employ superior tactics, Acquire legendary players, Analyze game data and statistics, Expand your stadium

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Superkickoff VIP - Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Superkickoff VIP - Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Superkickoff VIP - 3 Months | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| Superkickoff VIP - 6 Months | $44.99 | per 6 months |
| Mini Pack | $0.29 | one-time |
| Basic Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack | $2.49 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| VIP Pack | $24.99 | one-time |
| Superkickoff Pack | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is New Star Manager free?

New Star Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Superkickoff free?

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

### Which has better reviews, New Star Manager or Superkickoff?

New Star Manager is rated higher. New Star Manager averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.2K ratings, while Superkickoff averages 4.3 from 144 ratings.

### Do New Star Manager or Superkickoff have ads?

Both New Star Manager and Superkickoff show ads.

### Which is updated more often, New Star Manager or Superkickoff?

New Star Manager ships an update every 2 weeks, and Superkickoff every 9 days. Most recently, New Star Manager was updated on October 24, 2026 and Superkickoff 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.*