Comparison

Balance Stuff vs Wild Wind

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

Head to head
About

Balance Stuff

A relaxing and addictive zen-like game where players test their reflexes and skill to keep multiple objects from falling off a table. Offers over 300 levels of increasing difficulty and customizable gameplay modes for stress-free fun.

Highlights
  • Keep 99+ objects from falling
  • Over 300 levels
  • Timed and untimed modes
  • Leaderboards and achievements
  • Relaxing gameplay
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Featured by Apple multiple times for its RELAXING & ADDICTIVE zen like gameplay, Balance Stuff is an AWARD-WINNING game loved by millions of players around the world! Balance Stuff puts your reflexes and skill to the test as you strive to keep 99+ objects from falling off the table. FIND YOUR INNER BALANCE and escape everyday life while challenging yourself to reach new heights. With no violence and optimized for all new iPads and iPhones, it’s perfect for all ages and skill levels. Features: - Winner of the 2022 App Store Awards for its engaging and addictive gameplay - Chosen by Apple as one of their featured games on multiple occasions - Over 300 levels of increasing difficulty to challenge your balancing skills. - Leaderboards and achievements in Game Center to compete with friends. - Customizable gameplay with options for both timed and untimed modes. - Relaxing and stress-free gameplay to help you unwind. - No violence, just pure fun! Join the millions of players who have found their inner balance with Balance Stuff. Download now and experience the thrill of defying gravity and mastering the art of balance.

About

Wild Wind

Embark on a high-speed hack-and-slash adventure to rescue your partner. Master single-finger controls for swift attacks and evasive maneuvers against unique enemies and epic bosses in diverse, stunning environments.

Highlights
  • Single-finger combat controls
  • Diverse enemy types
  • Epic boss battles
  • Stunning environments
  • Unlockable bonus character
Features
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Reclaim your lost partner from the shadows in this high-speed hack-and-slash game! Engage in intense combat against diverse enemies across stunning landscapes. ◆ Simple Control: Control the game with a single finger for swift attacks, jumps, and double jumps. ◆ Unique Enemies: Encounter enemies with diverse behaviors, each demanding different strategies. ◆ Epic Boss Fights: Engage in thrilling battles against menacing bosses, learning their patterns for victory. ◆ Diverse Environments: Traverse stunning landscapes across distinctive levels. ◆ Unlockable Character: Unveil a bonus playable character with a distinct playstyle.

Screenshots

Balance Stuff4 screens
Wild Wind4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Wild Wind at 93% against Balance Stuff's 45%. Wild Wind also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume 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. Balance Stuff sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Wild Wind asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Wild Wind holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3K and 5.3K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 45% of Balance Stuff's written reviews are positive against 93% of Wild Wind's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Balance Stuff ships an update every 2 months, Wild Wind every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Balance Stuff versus Wild Wind: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBalance StuffWild Wind
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (3K ratings)4.9 (5.3K ratings) — better
Positive reviews44.6% of reviews92.9% of reviews — better
Number of ratings3K5.3K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.612.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB102 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperRakshak KalwaniIan Chiao

Customer experience

Balance Stuff

All ratings3,020 ratings
Positive86.1%
Neutral5.9%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews139 reviews
Positive44.6%
Neutral15.8%
Negative39.6%

Wild Wind

All ratings5,270 ratings
Positive97.6%
Neutral1.4%
Negative1.0%
Written reviews340 reviews
Positive92.9%
Neutral2.4%
Negative4.7%

User reviews

Balance Stuff

From 3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • ⭐️ Really cute game
  • 🎨 Great graphics
  • 🧘‍♀️ Relaxing and stress-relieving
  • 👍 Fun and enjoyable
  • 💕 Loved by friends and family

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy and buggy
  • ⏱️ Timer ruins the relaxing experience
  • 📺 Too many ads
  • 🕹️ Stacking mechanics can be frustrating
  • 🔍 Lack of zoom or screen movement when stacking high

Wild Wind

From 5.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Smooth and responsive gameplay
  • 👍 Beautiful and minimalist art style
  • 🎨 Unique and captivating visuals
  • 🎶 Excellent sound design and music
  • 🔒 No ads or in-app purchases

Room to improve

  • 🕰️ Game is too short
  • 🔁 Lack of content and replayability
  • 🐛 Some levels feel unbalanced or glitchy

Bugs and requests

Balance Stuff

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Items glitching and clipping through each other
  • Timer resetting or not working properly
  • Crashes and freezes, especially when stacking items
  • Levels becoming unplayable due to glitches

Requested features

4 requests
  • Endless/Zen mode without timer
  • More levels and content
  • Ability to replay completed levels
  • Option to disable ads for a fee

Wild Wind

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Occasional freezes or crashes
  • Hitbox and collision detection issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • More levels and stages
  • Endless or survival mode
  • Additional playable characters
  • Level editor or customization options

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Balance Stuff

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$0.99
None

Wild Wind

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Balance Stuff free?
Balance Stuff is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wild Wind free?
Wild Wind is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Balance Stuff or Wild Wind?
Wild Wind is rated higher. Balance Stuff averages 4.5 out of 5 from 3K ratings, while Wild Wind averages 4.9 from 5.3K ratings.
Do Balance Stuff or Wild Wind have ads?
Balance Stuff shows ads; Wild Wind does not.
Which is updated more often, Balance Stuff or Wild Wind?
Balance Stuff ships an update every 2 months, and Wild Wind every 3 days. Most recently, Balance Stuff was updated on September 22, 2026 and Wild Wind on September 25, 2026.

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