# Escape From Matrix vs Spider King

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Spider King at 51% against Escape From Matrix's 0%. Spider King also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.4) and ratings volume (29K vs 17). Escape From Matrix's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Escape From Matrix sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Spider King sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Spider King holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Spider King has 29K ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Escape From Matrix's written reviews are positive against 51% of Spider King's.

Escape From Matrix ships an update every 6 days, Spider King every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Escape From Matrix | Spider King |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/escape-from-matrix/id1507987276/reviews) | **[4.6 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spider-king/id1550024443/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 17 | **29K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **51.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 106 MB | 299 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [ICEBEAR., JSC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499620037) | [SUPERSONIC STUDIOS LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1499845738) |

## What reviewers say

### Escape From Matrix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/escape-from-matrix/id1507987276)

Escape a series of challenging matrix stages by strategically eliminating enemies with limited bullets. Rescue characters and solve puzzles before time runs out to progress through mysterious levels filled with diverse foes.

**Highlights:** Strategic aiming and shooting, Limited bullet management, Rescue and collect characters, Progress through mystery stages, Timed challenges, Puzzle-solving elements

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pack 2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads. | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pack 3 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Super Pack | $9.99 | one-time |


### Spider King

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spider-king/id1550024443)

Tap to shoot webs and trap enemies. Hold and swipe to launch them away. Eliminate all foes to rescue your friend.

**Highlights:** Tap to shoot web, Hold and swipe to throw, Kill all enemies, Rescue your friend

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| NoAds And Cash Bundle | $3.99 | one-time |
| NoAds And Cash And Skin Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ❤️ Fun game
- 👍 Enjoyable gameplay
- 🕷️ Cute spider characters
- 🕸️ Cool web animations

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Repetitive levels
- 🚧 Frequent freezing/crashing
- 📺 Excessive ads interrupting gameplay
- 🔓 Difficulty unlocking skins/items

**Reported bugs**

- Black screen issue preventing gameplay
- Inability to watch ads for rewards
- Levels not progressing properly

**Requested features**

- More level variety
- Ability to customize spider characters
- Reduced ad frequency
- Improved reward system for completing levels


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Escape From Matrix free?

Escape From Matrix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Spider King free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Escape From Matrix or Spider King?

Spider King is rated higher. Escape From Matrix averages 3.4 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Spider King averages 4.6 from 29K ratings.

### Do Escape From Matrix or Spider King have ads?

Spider King shows ads; Escape From Matrix does not.

### Which is updated more often, Escape From Matrix or Spider King?

Escape From Matrix ships an update every 6 days, and Spider King every 3 weeks. Most recently, Escape From Matrix was updated on October 7, 2026 and Spider King 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.*