# Jupiter Attack vs Star Duster

The clearest difference is rating: Star Duster at 5.0 against Jupiter Attack's 4.5. Star Duster also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Jupiter Attack's advantage is ratings volume (383 vs 2) and chart position (#12 vs #180). On ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Jupiter Attack costs $1.99 and Star Duster $2.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Star Duster holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Jupiter Attack has 383 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Jupiter Attack ships an update every 2 months, Star Duster every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Jupiter Attack | Star Duster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [4.5 (383 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jupiter-attack/id1475755775/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-duster/id1539341529/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **383** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | **#12** | #180 |
| Size | 18 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 14.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Red Sprite Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/493770851) | [Beardybird AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1164888655) |

## What reviewers say

### Jupiter Attack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jupiter-attack/id1475755775)

**Currently charting:** #12 Top Paid · Casual, #47 Top Paid · Action, #138 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Engage in intense arcade-style space combat against relentless alien invaders. Navigate your ship using intuitive controls on Apple Watch and iPhone, collect power-ups, and aim for the highest score on the global leaderboard. Relive classic arcade action with retro visuals and sound.

**Highlights:** Bullet hell arcade action, Apple Watch and iOS compatibility, Power-up collection (multi-shot, shield, rapid fire), High-score leaderboard, Intuitive Digital Crown controls on Apple Watch, Swipe controls on iPhone, Retro sound effects

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### Star Duster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-duster/id1539341529)

**Currently charting:** #180 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

Experience a retro-inspired arcade challenge that harks back to the 80s. Control your character through unique gameplay mechanics, including physical head movements via push-ups, and enjoy an immersive soundscape. Compete for high scores across two distinct game modes.

**Highlights:** Two distinct game modes, High score lists, Head control via push-ups (iOS), Retro 80s aesthetic, Immersive soundscape

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Jupiter Attack free?

Jupiter Attack costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Star Duster free?

Star Duster costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Jupiter Attack or Star Duster?

Star Duster is rated higher. Jupiter Attack averages 4.5 out of 5 from 383 ratings, while Star Duster averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Jupiter Attack or Star Duster have ads?

Neither Jupiter Attack nor Star Duster shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Jupiter Attack or Star Duster?

Jupiter Attack ships an update every 2 months, and Star Duster every 3 weeks. Most recently, Jupiter Attack was updated on September 29, 2026 and Star Duster on September 21, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Jupiter Attack or Star Duster?

Jupiter Attack currently peaks at #12 in the App Store charts, and Star Duster at #180. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*