Comparison

SmartMole! vs Lightning Whack

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

Head to head
About

SmartMole!

Features
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You can choose between time attack and unlimited time. In time attack, the speed at which moles appear will change depending on the level. You can also choose when they appear. We also have a mode where two animals appear at the same time, making it even more difficult. With no time limit, the more you continue, the faster the moles will appear. In most whack-a-mole games, the locations where moles appear are fixed, but since this is a smartphone, we made them appear randomly anywhere within the screen range. It's designed to look like a rhythm game, so you'll be able to enjoy a different kind of whack-a-mole experience than ever before.

About

Lightning Whack

Experience electrifying arcade fun with fast-paced mole-whacking action. Test your reflexes with intuitive controls, power-ups, and competitive global leaderboards. Perfect for quick sessions or mastering high scores.

Highlights
  • Lightning-fast mole whacking
  • Intuitive tap controls
  • Power-up system (SlowMo, Shield, Double Points)
  • Global leaderboards
  • Achievement system
  • Classic arcade-style gameplay
Features
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Lightning Whack - The Ultimate Whack-a-Mole Experience! Get ready for the most electrifying arcade game that will test your reflexes and keep you coming back for more! Lightning Whack combines classic whack-a-mole gameplay with modern power-ups, stunning visuals, and competitive features. CORE GAMEPLAY • Lightning-fast mole whacking action • Intuitive tap controls optimized for all devices • Progressive difficulty that challenges even the pros • Satisfying hammer-on-stone sound effects • Smooth 60fps gameplay for responsive action POWER-UP SYSTEM • SlowMo: Slow down time to hit targets with precision • Shield: Protect yourself from missed targets • Double Points: Maximize your high scores • Extra Life: Continue your streak when you miss • Strategic gameplay - use power-ups wisely! COMPETITIVE FEATURES • Global leaderboards to compete worldwide • Local high score tracking • Achievement system to unlock • Share your best scores with friends • Climb the rankings and become the ultimate champion GAME MODES & FEATURES • Classic arcade-style gameplay • Beautiful, modern UI design • Customizable settings for music and sound • Optimized for iPhone and iPad • Works great on all screen sizes IMMERSIVE EXPERIENCE • Dynamic background music • Satisfying sound effects • Smooth animations and transitions • Polished visual effects • Responsive haptic feedback Whether you're looking for a quick gaming session or aiming to master the leaderboards, Lightning Whack delivers endless entertainment. The easy-to-learn, hard-to-master gameplay makes it perfect for players of all ages. Download Lightning Whack today and discover why millions of players are addicted to this modern take on the classic arcade favorite! Perfect for: • Casual gaming sessions • Competitive players seeking high scores • Reflex training and hand-eye coordination • Family-friendly entertainment • Quick breaks and commute gaming Join the Lightning Whack community and see if you have what it takes to reach the top of the global leaderboards!

Screenshots

SmartMole!4 screens
Lightning Whack4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: SmartMole! at none against Lightning Whack's 5. SmartMole! also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.5). Lightning Whack's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 months). On price 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. Lightning Whack sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. SmartMole! asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartMole! ships an update every 5 months, Lightning Whack every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
SmartMole! versus Lightning Whack: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartMole!Lightning Whack
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS12.0 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMasanobu TakahashiStrive Code LLC

In-app purchases

None

SmartMole!

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Lightning Whack

One-time5
  • Shield Pack (3x)$0.99
  • SlowMo Pack (5x)$0.99
  • Extra Life Pack (2x)$0.99
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  • Double Points Pack (10x)$1.99
  • Mega Pack Bundle$2.99

Questions

Is SmartMole! free?
SmartMole! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lightning Whack free?
Lightning Whack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do SmartMole! or Lightning Whack have ads?
Lightning Whack shows ads; SmartMole! does not.
Which is updated more often, SmartMole! or Lightning Whack?
SmartMole! ships an update every 5 months, and Lightning Whack every 2 weeks. Most recently, SmartMole! was updated on October 30, 2026 and Lightning Whack on October 15, 2026.

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