# BUBBLE BOBBLE classic vs Bombsquad

BUBBLE BOBBLE classic and Bombsquad both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 73% of BUBBLE BOBBLE classic's written reviews are positive against 50% of Bombsquad's. BUBBLE BOBBLE classic also leads on ratings volume (501 vs 12) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BUBBLE BOBBLE classic sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Bombsquad sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for BUBBLE BOBBLE classic against 4.6 for Bombsquad. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BUBBLE BOBBLE classic has 501 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of BUBBLE BOBBLE classic's written reviews are positive against 50% of Bombsquad's.

BUBBLE BOBBLE classic ships an update fortnightly, Bombsquad every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | BUBBLE BOBBLE classic | Bombsquad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (501 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-bobble-classic/id1497822213/reviews) | **[4.6 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bombsquad-bomber-battle/id1534524583/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **501** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **73.4% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 160 MB | 203 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [MOBIRIX](https://appshunter.io/developer/349276666) | [SENSPARK CO., LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/560842775) |

## What reviewers say

### BUBBLE BOBBLE classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-bobble-classic/id1497822213)

Relive the classic arcade experience with this beloved title. Capture enemies in bubbles and defeat them using intuitive controls. Discover power-ups and special bubbles to aid your quest through challenging stages.

**Highlights:** Capture enemies with bubbles, Automatic shot function, Collect alphabet bubbles for extra lives, Power-up items to enhance abilities, Special bubbles with unique effects, Unlockable super game mode

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Purchase 300 Dia | $2.99 | one-time |
| Purchase 500 Dia | $4.99 | one-time |
| Purchase 1,100 Dia | $9.99 | one-time |
| Purchase 3,600 Dia | $29.99 | one-time |
| Purchase 6,500 Dia | $49.99 | one-time |
| Purchase 15,000 Dia | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Authentic arcade experience
- 👍 Nostalgic and fun gameplay
- 💯 Brings back childhood memories
- 🕹️ Classic game mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎮 Clunky touch controls
- 🔍 Difficulty seeing character
- 💰 Excessive ads and in-app purchases
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes

**Reported bugs**

- Game crashes on startup
- Unresponsive controls
- Graphical glitches and visual issues

**Requested features**

- Controller support
- Customizable controls
- Save progress and continue later
- Two-player mode
- Level select or checkpoint system


### Bombsquad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bombsquad-bomber-battle/id1534524583)

Embark on a classic adventure with strategic bomb placement to destroy obstacles and defeat enemies across hundreds of challenging levels. Collect power-ups and boosters to enhance your abilities and conquer boss battles in this nostalgic arcade experience.

**Highlights:** Over 500 challenging levels, 20+ explorable maps, Variety of power-up items, Offline gameplay, Touchscreen controls, Boss battles

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Small Coins Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Beginner | $0.99 | one-time |
| Booster pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coins Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Booster pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Witch | $2.99 | one-time |
| Offer pack 3 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Large Coins Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Knight | $6.99 | one-time |
| Booster pack 3 | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BUBBLE BOBBLE classic free?

BUBBLE BOBBLE classic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bombsquad free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BUBBLE BOBBLE classic or Bombsquad?

Bombsquad is rated higher. BUBBLE BOBBLE classic averages 4.5 out of 5 from 501 ratings, while Bombsquad averages 4.6 from 12 ratings.

### Do BUBBLE BOBBLE classic or Bombsquad have ads?

Both BUBBLE BOBBLE classic and Bombsquad show ads.

### Which is updated more often, BUBBLE BOBBLE classic or Bombsquad?

BUBBLE BOBBLE classic ships an update fortnightly, and Bombsquad every 5 weeks. Most recently, BUBBLE BOBBLE classic was updated on October 29, 2026 and Bombsquad on October 29, 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.*