# Ionic Wars vs Echo Chain

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Echo Chain at 100% against Ionic Wars's 13%. Echo Chain also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.2) and chart position (#200 vs unranked). Ionic Wars's advantage is price (Free vs $3.99) and in-app purchases (none vs 7). On ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Ionic Wars is free to download; Echo Chain costs $3.99 up front. Echo Chain sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Ionic Wars asks for nothing beyond the download.

Echo Chain holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 13% of Ionic Wars's written reviews are positive against 100% of Echo Chain's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Ionic Wars | Echo Chain |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $3.99 |
| Rating | [3.2 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ionic-wars-tower-defense/id1362507910/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echo-chain-multiplayer/id6751758104/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 12.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#200** |
| Size | 317 MB | 196 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [XYRALITY GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/421864157) | [Unmbox Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1836642090) |

## What reviewers say

### Ionic Wars

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ionic-wars-tower-defense/id1362507910)

Engage in fast-paced 3D tower defense with a unique polygon art style. Defend portals by strategically placing and upgrading towers, matching colors, and utilizing powerful skills to stop waves of enemies. Offers a challenging yet addictive experience with a captivating soundtrack.

**Highlights:** Unique polygon-based 3D graphics, 40 action-packed levels, Mighty skills and tons of upgrades, Endless tactical options, Intuitive controls and adjustable camera, Electrifying soundtrack

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Echo Chain

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/echo-chain-multiplayer/id6751758104)

**Currently charting:** #200 Top Paid · Family (US App Store)

This is an accessible audio game that challenges your memory by having you listen to and repeat sequences. It offers multiple game modes, including multiplayer and single-player challenges, and allows for custom sound packs. The experience is premium, ad-free, and designed for both visually impaired and sighted players.

**Highlights:** Listen and repeat audio sequences, Multiplayer and single-player modes, Custom sound pack creation, Global leaderboards, Fully accessible for visually impaired players, Ad-free premium experience

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pixel Beats | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sonic Pulse | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cosmic Burst | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cyber Flow | $0.99 | one-time |
| Power Strike | $0.99 | one-time |
| Photon Slash | $1.99 | one-time |
| Tranquil Wave | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Ionic Wars free?

Ionic Wars is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Echo Chain free?

Echo Chain costs $3.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Ionic Wars or Echo Chain?

Echo Chain is rated higher. Ionic Wars averages 3.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Echo Chain averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Ionic Wars or Echo Chain have ads?

Neither Ionic Wars nor Echo Chain shows ads.

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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.*