Comparison

BIG BANG Evolution vs Monster Catch Run

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

Head to head
About

BIG BANG Evolution

Evolve simple explosives into advanced weapons across 12 unique worlds. Make strategic choices to unlock new evolutionary paths and discover secret weapons throughout time and space. Experience the vast evolution of the universe through engaging gameplay.

Highlights
  • Evolve explosives into new forms
  • Explore 12 unique worlds
  • Unlock new evolutionary branches
  • Discover secret weapons
  • Strategic evolution choices
Features
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So you think the atom bomb is the most wicked weapon out there? Play BIG BANG Evolution and you'll see how the simplest explosives evolve into weapons beyond what you thought technologically possible! You're in control of how they evolve, so choose wisely! A new bomb in a certain epoch doesn't mean the end, it means you're ready to open new worlds and try out new branches of evolution! Play through 12 worlds based on the evolution of the universe and elements: FIRST BOMBS MODERNITY TAMING OF THE ATOM CHEMISTRY SQUARED FUTURE BOMBS ANCIENT ARTIFACTS ELEMENTAL FORCE ESOTERICS GALACTIC WARS ENDLESS POWER PRIMITIVE ENERGY MERCILESS ENTROPY Journey through the epochs and learn about the secret weapons hidden in time and space! The game starts in the FIRST BOMBS era with the simple POWDER explosive capable of evolving into 50 new forms! Play through multiple times to get the full picture of the universe's evolution! Start your journey through the world of weapons now! SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS Meet the GOLD MEMBERSHIP! The GOLD MEMBERSHIP is a $4.99 weekly subscription with a 3-day free trial period. Enjoy 2x gold bonus, an ad-free experience, 30 Crystals every day and a 20% discount on all crystal purchases! End of 3-day trial period and subscription renewal: This price is for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account upon purchase confirmation. Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Your Account will be charged for the next period within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal disabled in the user’s Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription, where applicable. Canceling your trial or subscription: You can disable auto-renew at any time through iTunes. Check https://support.apple.com/HT202039. When your current trial/subscription period expires, you will be unsubscribed. The current active subscription period cannot be canceled. Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://privacy.azurgames.com

About

Monster Catch Run

Embark on a thrilling dinosaur hunting adventure. Capture various dinosaurs, merge them to create colossal beasts, and dominate your rivals in epic battles.

Highlights
  • Dinosaur hunting
  • Dinosaur merging
  • Competitive battles
  • Colossal dinosaur creation
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Become a dinosaur hunter,catch those different kinds of dinosaurs,then merge them into the biggest dinosaur and beat your opponents!

Screenshots

BIG BANG Evolution4 screens
Monster Catch Run4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: BIG BANG Evolution at 77% against Monster Catch Run's 49%. BIG BANG Evolution also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (3.6K vs 808). Monster Catch Run's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads, 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. BIG BANG Evolution sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Monster Catch Run sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BIG BANG Evolution holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3.6K and 808 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of BIG BANG Evolution's written reviews are positive against 49% of Monster Catch Run's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BIG BANG Evolution ships an update every 6 weeks, Monster Catch Run weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
BIG BANG Evolution versus Monster Catch Run: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBIG BANG EvolutionMonster Catch Run
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (3.6K ratings) — better4.6 (808 ratings)
Positive reviews77.1% of reviews — better49.5% of reviews
Number of ratings3.6K — better808
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS11.0 — better12.0
Further details — not scored
Size173 MB240 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAzur Interactive Games Limited国新 夏

Customer experience

BIG BANG Evolution

All ratings3,609 ratings
Positive94.9%
Neutral1.6%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews354 reviews
Positive77.1%
Neutral7.9%
Negative15.0%

Monster Catch Run

All ratings808 ratings
Positive88.6%
Neutral5.0%
Negative6.4%
Written reviews95 reviews
Positive49.5%
Neutral21.1%
Negative29.5%

User reviews

BIG BANG Evolution

From 3.6K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 🎨 Charming art style
  • 💰 Rewarding offline progress
  • 🎮 Nostalgic for some players

Room to improve

  • 🔍 Too many ads
  • ⏱️ Slow progression
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
  • 🔌 Offline features not working properly

Monster Catch Run

From 808 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Fun for all ages
  • 🎨 Visually appealing
  • 💎 Great value for free game

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent freezing and crashes
  • 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
  • 🔁 Repetitive gameplay after reaching higher levels
  • 🤯 Frustrating loss of progress

Bugs and requests

BIG BANG Evolution

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to access certain areas/features
  • Disappearing offline progress
  • Unresponsive controls and freezing
  • Incompatibility issues on some devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More bomb types and evolution paths
  • Reduce ad frequency
  • Improve offline functionality
  • Add more worlds and content

Monster Catch Run

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game freezes at specific levels
  • Coins/rewards not properly awarded
  • Disappearing/lost progress and in-game items
  • Compatibility issues on certain devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • More levels and content
  • Ability to keep progress after reaching higher levels
  • Reduced ads or paid ad-free option
  • Improved performance and stability

In-app purchases

10 purchases

BIG BANG Evolution

Subscriptions1
  • VIP3 Days trial$2.997 Days
One-time9
  • Disable ADS$0.99
  • Starter pack$0.99
  • MULTIPLY BONUS$0.99
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  • Crystals pack 1$1.99
  • X6 CREATURES BONUS!$1.99
  • EVOLUTION BOOST$1.99
  • Crystals pack 2$4.99
  • SPIN MASTER 2$4.99
  • Crystals pack 3$17.99
6 purchases

Monster Catch Run

One-time6
  • Newbie Skins Pack$0.99
  • Newbie Pack$0.99
  • RemoveAds$2.99
Show 3 more
  • NoAds + 10 Dinos + 5,000 Coins$3.99
  • NoAds + 5 Skins + 5,000 Coins$3.99
  • NoAds+ 20 Dinos + 20,000 Coins$5.99

Questions

Is BIG BANG Evolution free?
BIG BANG Evolution is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Monster Catch Run free?
Monster Catch Run is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BIG BANG Evolution or Monster Catch Run?
BIG BANG Evolution is rated higher. BIG BANG Evolution averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.6K ratings, while Monster Catch Run averages 4.6 from 808 ratings.
Do BIG BANG Evolution or Monster Catch Run have ads?
Both BIG BANG Evolution and Monster Catch Run show ads.
Which is updated more often, BIG BANG Evolution or Monster Catch Run?
BIG BANG Evolution ships an update every 6 weeks, and Monster Catch Run weekly. Most recently, BIG BANG Evolution was updated on September 28, 2026 and Monster Catch Run on September 26, 2026.

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