# Knife vs Balls vs Flipper Dunk

The clearest difference is ads: Knife vs Balls at none against Flipper Dunk's shown. Knife vs Balls also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.0). Flipper Dunk's advantage is ratings volume (141K vs 28) and rating (4.6 vs 4.3). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Knife vs Balls sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per 7 days and Flipper Dunk sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Flipper Dunk holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flipper Dunk has 141K ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of Knife vs Balls's written reviews are positive against 44% of Flipper Dunk's.

Knife vs Balls ships an update every 3 weeks, Flipper Dunk weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Knife vs Balls | Flipper Dunk |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knife-vs-balls/id1451495364/reviews) | **[4.6 (141K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flipper-dunk/id1484524707/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 28 | **141K** |
| Positive reviews | 33.3% of reviews | **43.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 210 MB | 249 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Ketchapp](https://appshunter.io/developer/528065807) | [Rollic Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1452111779) |

## What reviewers say

### Knife vs Balls

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/knife-vs-balls/id1451495364)

Engage in an addictive ball-slicing challenge by throwing knives to defeat bosses and collect a variety of blades. Play daily for rewards and compete globally for the highest score.

**Highlights:** Endless challenge mode, Over 60 knives to collect, More than 30 bosses to defeat, Daily rewards, Global high score competition

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vip Offer | $4.49 | per 7 days |
| Banana | $0.99 | one-time |
| Kunaï | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pinch of Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| Sharp Finger | $2.99 | one-time |
| No ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Magic Wand | $3.99 | one-time |
| Spinny Gun | $5.99 | one-time |
| Mjöllnir | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pixel Sword | $13.99 | one-time |


### Flipper Dunk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flipper-dunk/id1484524707)

Test your timing and precision in this hyper-casual basketball game. Tap to flip the ball and aim for the hoop, mastering the art of the perfect slam dunk. Enjoy satisfying arcade action with challenging progression and clean visuals.

**Highlights:** Simple tap controls, Basketball action, Challenging progression, Clean visuals, Addictive gameplay loop

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $7.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🕹️ Simple and easy to play
- 💎 Good challenge and progression

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads disrupting gameplay
- 🔁 Repetitive level design
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and freezes

**Reported bugs**

- Ball getting stuck on the hoop
- Incorrect level number display after completion
- Inability to quit challenge levels

**Requested features**

- More level variety and difficulty progression
- Ability to customize balls, flippers, and backgrounds
- Offline play option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Knife vs Balls free?

Knife vs Balls is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Flipper Dunk free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Knife vs Balls or Flipper Dunk?

Flipper Dunk is rated higher. Knife vs Balls averages 4.3 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Flipper Dunk averages 4.6 from 141K ratings.

### Do Knife vs Balls or Flipper Dunk have ads?

Flipper Dunk shows ads; Knife vs Balls does not.

### Which is updated more often, Knife vs Balls or Flipper Dunk?

Knife vs Balls ships an update every 3 weeks, and Flipper Dunk weekly. Most recently, Knife vs Balls was updated on October 24, 2026 and Flipper Dunk 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.*