Comparison

Claw Machine Master vs Sweet Crane

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

Head to head
About

Claw Machine Master

Control real arcade claw machines remotely from your smartphone and win actual prizes. Enjoy a realistic arcade experience with live video and low-latency controls, with prizes delivered to your home. Free plays are available for new users and through daily logins.

Highlights
  • Remotely control real claw machines
  • High-quality live streaming
  • Multiple machine types
  • New prizes added daily
  • Practice machines for beginners
  • Customer support
Features
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Play real claw machines online and win prizes from home. Claw Machine Master is an online claw machine game that lets you remotely control real arcade claw machines using your smartphone. Enjoy a realistic arcade experience with high-quality live video and low-latency controls. Win real prizes and have them delivered to you. New User Campaign Now Available Sign up and enjoy free plays. Earn points with daily logins and increase your chances to play for free. Beginners are welcome. Key Features Remotely control real claw machines High-quality live streaming with stable controls Multiple machine types available including takoyaki-style platforms and bridge setups New prizes added every day including figures, plush toys, snacks, and more Practice machines available for beginners Customer support available for a smooth experience Recommended For Fans of claw machines and arcade games Players looking for an online claw machine game Those who want to win real prizes from home Beginners who want to practice claw machine skills Collectors who enjoy figures, snacks, and fun items How to Play 1. Choose a machine or prize 2. Watch other players and learn strategies 3. Control the claw with simple taps 4. Win and receive your prize Important Notice This app uses live video streaming and real-time controls. Network conditions may affect video quality or response time. For the best experience, please play in a stable network environment. Official Website https://claw.jp/ Official X @C_G_M_OFFICIAL System Requirements iOS 11.0 or later Recommended Network Wi-Fi Terms of Use https://claw.jp/kiyaku4.php Privacy Policy https://claw.jp/privacypolicy4.php UFO Catcher is a registered trademark or trademark of SEGA Corporation or its affiliates.

About

Sweet Crane

Experience the thrill of a claw machine on your phone with realistic physics. Grab virtual snacks, collapse towers for a satisfying experience, and build your collection. Perfect for arcade fans and anyone seeking a fun time-killer.

Highlights
  • Realistic physics-based claw simulation
  • Satisfying snack tower collapse mechanic
  • Collect virtual snacks and build a collection
  • Easy scoop-and-drop controls
  • Arcade fun anytime, anywhere
Features
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The arcade-favorite snack scooper is now on your smartphone! "Sweet Crane" is a realistic physics-based claw machine simulator. With simple scoop-and-drop controls, anyone can enjoy the thrill of the arcade anytime, anywhere! ■ Features Incredibly Satisfying Snack Tower Collapse! Aim for the massive snack towers! Collapsing them in one go to collect a pile of virtual snacks is the ultimate stress-reliever. Easy Arcade Fun on the Go Perfect for those who love arcades but don't have the time to visit. Simple controls make it fun for everyone, from kids to adults! Aim for a Full Collection! Every snack you grab is recorded in your "Collection." Can you collect all the varieties, including chocolates, snacks, and gum? ■ Recommended for: Fans of claw machines and arcade games. People who want to experience the "snack scooper" to their heart's content. Anyone looking for a fun "time-killer" game for their commute or breaks. Players who love collecting items and completing digital encyclopedias. Those who want a satisfying sense of "destruction" by collapsing towers. Download "Sweet Crane" now and start your virtual snack-grabbing adventure!

Screenshots

Claw Machine Master4 screens
Sweet Crane4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Sweet Crane at 4.0 against Claw Machine Master's 2.9. Sweet Crane also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks). Claw Machine Master's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (405 vs 1). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Claw Machine Master sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Sweet Crane sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Sweet Crane holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Claw Machine Master has 405 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 77% and 76% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Claw Machine Master ships an update every 6 weeks, Sweet Crane every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Claw Machine Master versus Sweet Crane: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClaw Machine MasterSweet Crane
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (405 ratings)4.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.6% of reviews — better76.2% of reviews
Number of ratings405 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB246 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCRANEGAME JAPANRyoma Shinzato

Customer experience

Claw Machine Master

All ratings404 ratings
Positive44.8%
Neutral7.4%
Negative47.8%
Written reviews448 reviews
Positive76.6%
Neutral2.9%
Negative20.5%

Sweet Crane

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews21 reviews
Positive76.2%
Neutral9.5%
Negative14.3%

Bugs and requests

Claw Machine Master

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Prizes not being delivered as promised
  • Accounts being wrongly flagged for multiple accounts
  • Payment issues and unexpected charges

Requested features

4 requests
  • Search function to find specific prizes
  • More free play opportunities
  • Improved camera quality
  • Ability to change shipping address

Sweet Crane

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Claw Machine Master

One-time7
  • 840 points$6.99
  • 2100 points$19.99
  • 1510 points$19.99
Show 4 more
  • 3650 points$29.99
  • 2600 points$29.99
  • 7000 points$59.99
  • 5000 points$59.99
2 purchases

Sweet Crane

One-time2
  • Ad-Reward 2x Pass$0.99
  • 3000 Coins$0.99

Questions

Is Claw Machine Master free?
Claw Machine Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sweet Crane free?
Sweet Crane is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Claw Machine Master or Sweet Crane?
Sweet Crane is rated higher. Claw Machine Master averages 2.9 out of 5 from 405 ratings, while Sweet Crane averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Claw Machine Master or Sweet Crane have ads?
Sweet Crane shows ads; Claw Machine Master does not.
Which is updated more often, Claw Machine Master or Sweet Crane?
Claw Machine Master ships an update every 6 weeks, and Sweet Crane every 3 weeks. Most recently, Claw Machine Master was updated on November 6, 2026 and Sweet Crane on November 5, 2026.

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