# Shirudo vs Hacker Sim

The clearest difference is rating: Hacker Sim at 4.6 against Shirudo's 3.0. Hacker Sim also leads on ratings volume (17 vs 2). Shirudo's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hacker Sim sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Shirudo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hacker Sim holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hacker Sim has 17 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Shirudo ships an update monthly, Hacker Sim every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 4, 2026 and August 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Shirudo | Hacker Sim |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shirudo/id1502834307/reviews) | **[4.6 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-sim-hacking-tycoon/id6749781043/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **17** |
| Positive reviews | — | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 201 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [SOKIEN by GREEN IT ADDICT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1026697785) | [JOBEE DEVELOPMENTS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1782783227) |

## What reviewers say

### Shirudo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shirudo/id1502834307)

This cybersecurity game immerses users in a digital world to learn how to identify and counter cyber threats. It offers engaging missions to build awareness and ensure secure onboarding for organizations. Available in multiple languages, it's designed for decision-makers and users alike.

**Highlights:** Cybersecurity threat learning, Immersive game environment, Secure onboarding training, Multiple language support, Entry-level missions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Hacker Sim

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hacker-sim-hacking-tycoon/id6749781043)

Build a digital empire through strategic hacking, trading, and mining. Manage your "Heat" level, complete contracts, and upgrade your rig. Features a new story mode where you battle a cyber threat.

**Highlights:** Story Mode with branching objectives, Multi-stage hacking mechanics, Real-time Heat management system, Simulated cryptocurrency market trading, In-game crypto mining, Botnet building and management, Hardware and skill upgrades

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Operator Pass Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Operator Pass Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Extra Streak Freeze | $0.99 | one-time |
| Cash Pack (Small) | $1.99 | one-time |
| Heat Amnesty Token | $1.99 | one-time |
| Recovery Kit | $2.99 | one-time |
| Crypto Stash (Small) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Heat Insurance (1hr) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Field Kit | $3.99 | one-time |
| Cash Pack (Medium) | $3.99 | one-time |
| Black Budget Cache | $4.99 | one-time |
| Research Boost Bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Crypto Stash (Medium) | $5.99 | one-time |
| Circuit Breakers Forever | $6.99 | one-time |
| Cash Pack (Large) | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Operator License | $14.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shirudo free?

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

### Is Hacker Sim free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Shirudo or Hacker Sim?

Hacker Sim is rated higher. Shirudo averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Hacker Sim averages 4.6 from 17 ratings.

### Do Shirudo or Hacker Sim have ads?

Hacker Sim shows ads; Shirudo does not.

### Which is updated more often, Shirudo or Hacker Sim?

Shirudo ships an update monthly, and Hacker Sim every 5 weeks. Most recently, Shirudo was updated on June 4, 2026 and Hacker Sim on August 1, 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.*