# Kick the Buddy vs Magic Finger 3D

The clearest difference is monetization model: Magic Finger 3D at free with in-app purchases against Kick the Buddy's subscription. Kick the Buddy's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and review sentiment (80% vs 62%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kick the Buddy sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Magic Finger 3D sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. 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 Kick the Buddy against 4.6 for Magic Finger 3D. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kick the Buddy has 411K ratings behind it against 61K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of Kick the Buddy's written reviews are positive against 62% of Magic Finger 3D's.

Kick the Buddy ships an update every 3 weeks, Magic Finger 3D every 2 months. Both last shipped on November 12, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kick the Buddy | Magic Finger 3D |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (411K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kick-the-buddy-forever/id1435346021/reviews)** | [4.6 (61K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-finger-3d/id1536745952/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **411K** | 61K |
| Positive reviews | **79.5% of reviews** | 62.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 286 MB | 373 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Playgendary Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1487320337) | [TapNation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1483575279) |

## What reviewers say

### Kick the Buddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kick-the-buddy-forever/id1435346021)

Engage with a virtual character using a wide array of weapons and tools. Experiment with different items to cause humorous destruction and customize the character's appearance. Enjoy enhanced graphics and new interactions in this stress-relief game.

**Highlights:** Play with Buddy, Use incredible weapons, Experiment and blow up, Dress Buddy up, Upgraded graphics, New interactions, Exclusive weapons

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No ads offer (1 week) | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Pinch of Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pocketful of Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Case of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Case of Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Blood ON! | $4.99 | one-time |
| Stack of Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Safe of Coins | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and entertaining game
- 👍 Helps relieve stress
- 🤩 Variety of weapons and items
- 🎉 Addictive gameplay

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive in-app purchases and ads
- 🤖 Buddy's annoying comments and behaviors
- 🤔 Lack of customization options
- 🕰️ Repetitive gameplay

**Reported bugs**

- Glitches and crashes when using certain weapons
- Buddy disappearing or not responding properly
- Inability to exit ads or access features

**Requested features**

- Ability to create custom buddy
- More varied levels and environments
- Reduce frequency of ads and in-app purchases
- Add story mode or progression system


### Magic Finger 3D

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/magic-finger-3d/id1536745952)

Control your environment with a magic touch to defeat enemies. Throw foes, use explosive barrels, or push them off platforms. Become the ultimate magic user by manipulating objects with your finger.

**Highlights:** Magic touch control, Throw enemies at foes, Use explosive barrels, Push enemies off platforms, Manipulate surroundings, Become a magic user

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| VIP Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| VIP Yearly | $99.99 | per year |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎨 Variety of skins and themes
- 👍 Easy to pick up and play
- 🤩 Satisfying to throw objects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Excessive ads and monetization
- 🤯 Repetitive and monotonous levels
- 🐛 Crashes and performance issues
- 🤔 Lack of difficulty progression

**Reported bugs**

- Ads blocking the 'No Thanks' button
- Inconsistent ad-free experience after purchase
- Crashes and freezes on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Add more enemy types and boss battles
- Implement a level editor or custom mode
- Introduce PvP or multiplayer functionality
- Improve audio and sound effects


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kick the Buddy free?

Kick the Buddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Magic Finger 3D free?

Magic Finger 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Kick the Buddy or Magic Finger 3D?

Kick the Buddy is rated higher. Kick the Buddy averages 4.6 out of 5 from 411K ratings, while Magic Finger 3D averages 4.6 from 61K ratings.

### Do Kick the Buddy or Magic Finger 3D have ads?

Both Kick the Buddy and Magic Finger 3D show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Kick the Buddy or Magic Finger 3D?

Kick the Buddy ships an update every 3 weeks, and Magic Finger 3D every 2 months. Most recently, Kick the Buddy was updated on November 12, 2026 and Magic Finger 3D on November 12, 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.*