# MargeBeetles vs Hatch Dragons

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MargeBeetles at none against Hatch Dragons's 19. Hatch Dragons's advantage is ratings volume (24K vs 2) and update cadence (every 10 days vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hatch Dragons sells 18 one-off in-app purchases. MargeBeetles asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for MargeBeetles against 4.9 for Hatch Dragons. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hatch Dragons has 24K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

MargeBeetles ships an update every 6 weeks, Hatch Dragons every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MargeBeetles | Hatch Dragons |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/margebeetles/id1481925188/reviews)** | [4.9 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hatch-dragons/id6746389113/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **24K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 86.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#63** |
| Size | 120 MB | 677 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.5** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DAIDALOS Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/484453879) | [Runaway](https://appshunter.io/developer/1042800793) |

## What reviewers say

### MargeBeetles

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/margebeetles/id1481925188)

This casual game lets you catch various beetles and stag beetles from around the world. It's designed for easy play, even for busy individuals, and progresses even when the app is closed. Collect and view data on different insects, with cute illustrations to discover.

**Highlights:** Catch beetles and stag beetles, Idle progression, Insect collection and data, Cute illustrations, Easy touch controls, Resume from interruption

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hatch Dragons

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hatch-dragons/id6746389113)

**Currently charting:** #63 Top Free · Simulation, #90 Top Grossing · Simulation, #133 Top Grossing · Casual, #162 Top Free · Casual (US App Store)

Collect and nurture hundreds of unique dragons in a magical forest. Restore the land by lifting fog, summoning dragons, and decorating your environment. Uncover their origins and lore as they grow into bonded companions.

**Highlights:** Summon hundreds of unique dragons, Hatch, feed, and raise dragons, Uncover dragon lore and origins, Clear fog and restore the forest, Decorate the forest with magical items, Participate in missions and events

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dragon's Hoard | $0.99 | one-time |
| 50 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Amazing Value Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| 130 Gems | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Pack 04 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Pack 01 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Fruitkeeper Special | $4.99 | one-time |
| Super Price Slasher | $4.99 | one-time |
| Discount Fruitmaster Fairy | $4.99 | one-time |
| 275 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Mega Price Slasher | $9.99 | one-time |
| Dragon Haven | $9.99 | one-time |
| Fruitmaster Fairy | $9.99 | one-time |
| Event Pack 03 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Event Pack 05 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Fox Companion Decoration | $24.99 | one-time |
| 3750 Gems | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MargeBeetles free?

MargeBeetles is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Hatch Dragons free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MargeBeetles or Hatch Dragons?

MargeBeetles is rated higher. MargeBeetles averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Hatch Dragons averages 4.9 from 24K ratings.

### Do MargeBeetles or Hatch Dragons have ads?

Both MargeBeetles and Hatch Dragons show ads.

### Which is updated more often, MargeBeetles or Hatch Dragons?

MargeBeetles ships an update every 6 weeks, and Hatch Dragons every 10 days. Most recently, MargeBeetles was updated on October 13, 2026 and Hatch Dragons on October 18, 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.*