# Black Desert Mobile vs Torchlight

The clearest difference is ads: Black Desert Mobile at none against Torchlight's shown. Black Desert Mobile also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.4) and ratings volume (33K vs 4.2K). Torchlight's advantage is review sentiment (63% vs 50%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Black Desert Mobile sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Torchlight sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Black Desert Mobile holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Black Desert Mobile has 33K ratings behind it against 4.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 50% of Black Desert Mobile's written reviews are positive against 63% of Torchlight's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Black Desert Mobile ships an update fortnightly, Torchlight every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Black Desert Mobile | Torchlight |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (33K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black-desert-mobile/id1477186880/reviews)** | [4.4 (4.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torchlight-infinite/id1593130084/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **33K** | 4.2K |
| Positive reviews | 49.7% of reviews | **62.5% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#145** | #187 |
| Size | 392 MB | 3.4 GB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Pearl Abyss Corp.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1323002998) | [XD Entertainment Pte Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1563750317) |

## What reviewers say

### Black Desert Mobile

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/black-desert-mobile/id1477186880)

**Currently charting:** #145 Top Grossing · Action (US App Store)

Embark on a breathtaking MMORPG adventure with dynamic combat and stunning graphics. Customize your character with extreme detail and explore a vast open world filled with life content. Manage your camp, tame pets, and embark on quests with players worldwide.

**Highlights:** Dynamic action combat, Extreme character customization, Vast open-world exploration, Life content (fishing, taming), Camp management, High-fidelity graphics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 40 pearls | $0.99 | one-time |
| 122 pearls | $2.99 | one-time |
| 204 pearls | $4.99 | one-time |
| Combat Plus (14 Days) | $4.99 | one-time |
| 410 pearls | $9.99 | one-time |
| All-Inclusive Plus Chest | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1232 pearls | $29.99 | one-time |
| 1232 Pearls + Bonus 5% Pearls | $29.99 | one-time |
| 4115 pearls | $99.99 | one-time |
| 4115 Pearls + Bonus 10% Pearls | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Stunning graphics
- 🌟 Immersive world and story
- 🎨 Excellent character customization
- ⚔️ Engaging combat system

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Restrictive gender-locked classes
- 💰 Monetization and pay-to-win concerns
- 🔍 Cluttered and confusing UI
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when summoning a horse
- Unable to claim certain items
- Matchmaking issues in PvP arena
- Connectivity problems and server instability

**Requested features**

- Allow gender selection for all classes
- Improve social features and player interaction
- Add more diverse content and endgame activities
- Optimize performance and reduce crashes
- Provide better balance between free-to-play and paid progression


### Torchlight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/torchlight-infinite/id1593130084)

**Currently charting:** #187 Top Grossing · Action (US App Store)

Embark on an epic ARPG journey with endless loot and thrilling battles. Build unique heroes with unlimited possibilities, collect vast amounts of gear, and trade freely in a dynamic in-game market. Experience continually refreshed content with new seasons, heroes, and challenges.

**Highlights:** Fast-paced combat with no stamina or cooldowns, Collect endless loot and upgrade builds, Unlimited hero customization and playstyles, Free market trading system, Regularly updated with new seasons and content

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 60 Primocryst | $0.99 | one-time |
| Monthly Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| 300 Primocryst | $4.99 | one-time |
| 980 Primocryst | $14.99 | one-time |
| Guide Qualification | $14.99 | one-time |
| Pactspirit Celebration Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| Guide Qualification +1500 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 1980 Primocryst | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3280 Primocryst | $49.99 | one-time |
| 6480 Primocryst | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Easy to play
- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 🎨 Great graphics and art style
- 💰 Free-to-play with no pay-to-win
- 🎮 Reminiscent of Diablo and Path of Exile

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes
- 🔌 Connectivity issues, especially on mobile networks
- 🕹️ Lack of controller support
- 🤑 Gacha/loot box system for pets
- 🧭 Confusing mechanics and lack of explanations

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and black screens
- Unstable network connections
- Item stats displaying incorrectly
- Progression blockers and soft-locks
- Slow download and installation process

**Requested features**

- Add controller support
- Improve tutorial and in-game explanations
- Implement co-op and multiplayer modes
- Expand character customization options
- Optimize performance and battery life


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Black Desert Mobile free?

Black Desert Mobile is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Torchlight free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Black Desert Mobile or Torchlight?

Black Desert Mobile is rated higher. Black Desert Mobile averages 4.6 out of 5 from 33K ratings, while Torchlight averages 4.4 from 4.2K ratings.

### Do Black Desert Mobile or Torchlight have ads?

Torchlight shows ads; Black Desert Mobile does not.

### Which is updated more often, Black Desert Mobile or Torchlight?

Black Desert Mobile ships an update fortnightly, and Torchlight every 4 weeks. Most recently, Black Desert Mobile was updated on November 6, 2026 and Torchlight on November 3, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Black Desert Mobile or Torchlight?

Black Desert Mobile currently peaks at #145 in the App Store charts, and Torchlight at #187. 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.*