Comparison

PopStars vs Mining Tycoon 3D

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

Head to head
About

PopStars

A casual puzzle game where players tap connected stars to clear them and achieve high scores. It offers both a relaxing classic mode and a fast-paced "Speed Time Mode" to challenge reflexes.

Highlights
  • Tap 2 or more connected stars to pop
  • Classic mode with no time limit
  • Speed Time Mode for fast-paced challenges
  • Global leaderboards and player challenges
  • Offline play supported
  • Bright, colorful graphics
Features
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PopStars – Addictive Stars Puzzle Game Welcome to PopStars, the ultimate casual puzzle game where simple taps turn into endless fun! Relax your mind, sharpen your strategy, and chase massive scores by popping colorful stars. Easy to play, hard to master — once you start, you won’t stop! NEW MODE: Speed Time Mode Think you’re fast enough? Introducing Speed Time Mode — a thrilling, high-speed challenge designed to test your reflexes and decision-making skills. • Race against the clock in intense, time-limited gameplay • Tap quickly to clear stars and build massive scores • Compete on leaderboards and challenge other players • Perfect for quick sessions with high replay value Only the fastest players can dominate. Are you the ultimate PopStars? Classic Gameplay You Love PopStar keeps the original addictive mechanics that made it a global hit: • Tap 2 or more connected stars to pop them • Bigger groups = higher scores • No time limit in classic mode — play at your own pace • Plan your moves to create huge combos • Reach target scores to unlock higher levels Every move matters — think ahead and maximize your score! Why PopStar Stands Out • 100% Free to Play • Offline Game – play without internet anytime • Bright, colorful graphics & smooth animations • Perfect mix of relaxing and brain-challenging gameplay • One-tap controls – simple yet addictive • Endless replayability with multiple modes Whether you want to relax or compete, PopStar delivers the perfect experience. Compete & Challenge • Beat your own high scores • Climb global leaderboards • Challenge friends and players worldwide • Prove your speed in Speed Time Mode Tips to Get Higher Scores • Clear larger groups of stars for bonus points • Plan ahead instead of tapping randomly • Save big combos for maximum impact • Stay calm under pressure in Speed Time Mode Master these strategies and become a true PopStars legend! Can you reach the top? Play Anytime, Anywhere Whether you have a few seconds or a few hours, PopStar is the perfect companion: • Play during breaks • Relax after a long day • Challenge yourself anytime No Wi-Fi? No problem! Download Now & Start Popping! Join millions of players enjoying one of the best casual puzzle games on mobile. Tap, pop, and climb your way to the top! Download PopStars – Stars Puzzle Game now and start your high-score journey today!

About

Mining Tycoon 3D

Dig deep into the earth to unearth precious gems, gold, and diamonds. Hire miners, upgrade their speed, and tap to accelerate your excavation. Become a wealthy mining tycoon by discovering hidden treasures and filling your carts.

Highlights
  • Mine and load carts
  • Discover various jewels
  • Dig and create paths
  • Explore a spiral world
  • Hire and upgrade workers
  • Tap to speed up mining
Features
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Become a Mining Tycoon! It was never too easy and satisfying until now! Dig down deep in to the earth and extract out Gems, Gold, Diamonds and Treasures hidden from Millions of years by hiring miners and speed up the process by tapping on the screen. The more you mine the richer you become! Mining Tycoon - Idle Game's Features: • Mine & load on the carts. • Discover verities of jewels the deeper you dig • Dig and make paths. • Enjoy the spiral world with multiple paths • Hire workers and upgrade the speed of workers

Screenshots

PopStars2 screens
Mining Tycoon 3D4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PopStars at 4.7 against Mining Tycoon 3D's 3.3. PopStars also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 7) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks). Mining Tycoon 3D's advantage is iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support 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. Mining Tycoon 3D sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. PopStars asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PopStars holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 20 and 46 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

PopStars ships an update weekly, Mining Tycoon 3D every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
PopStars versus Mining Tycoon 3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPopStarsMining Tycoon 3D
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (20 ratings) — better3.3 (46 ratings)
Positive reviews—12.5% of reviews
Number of ratings2046 — better
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationAd-supported — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS14.011.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB199 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHoang BuiSablo Studio

Customer experience

PopStars

All ratings20 ratings
Positive95.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative0.0%

Mining Tycoon 3D

All ratings46 ratings
Positive54.3%
Neutral6.5%
Negative39.1%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive12.5%
Neutral8.3%
Negative79.2%

In-app purchases

None

PopStars

No in-app purchases

7 purchases

Mining Tycoon 3D

One-time7
  • Handful of Gems$1.99
  • Bucket of Gems$4.99
  • Barrel of Gems$9.99
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  • Remove Unwanted Ads$9.99
  • Crate of Gems$24.99
  • Wheel Barrow of Gems$44.99
  • Truckload of Gems$89.99

Questions

Is PopStars free?
PopStars is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mining Tycoon 3D free?
Mining Tycoon 3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PopStars or Mining Tycoon 3D?
PopStars is rated higher. PopStars averages 4.7 out of 5 from 20 ratings, while Mining Tycoon 3D averages 3.3 from 46 ratings.
Do PopStars or Mining Tycoon 3D have ads?
Both PopStars and Mining Tycoon 3D show ads.
Which is updated more often, PopStars or Mining Tycoon 3D?
PopStars ships an update weekly, and Mining Tycoon 3D every 2 weeks. Most recently, PopStars was updated on November 3, 2026 and Mining Tycoon 3D on November 3, 2026.

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