# Bubble Pop vs Bubble Shooter Origin Classic

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Bubble Pop at 9.1K against Bubble Shooter Origin Classic's 301. Bubble Shooter Origin Classic's advantage is iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bubble Pop sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $7.49 per 7 days and Bubble Shooter Origin Classic sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Bubble Pop against 4.8 for Bubble Shooter Origin Classic. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bubble Pop has 9.1K ratings behind it against 301, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 94% of Bubble Pop's written reviews are positive against 91% of Bubble Shooter Origin Classic's.

Bubble Pop ships an update fortnightly, Bubble Shooter Origin Classic every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bubble Pop | Bubble Shooter Origin Classic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-pop-pop-bubbles/id1532850907/reviews) | **[4.8 (301 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-shooter-origin-classic/id1572946895/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9.1K** | 301 |
| Positive reviews | **93.5% of reviews** | 91.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 107 MB | 99 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | **10.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sichuan Tuguan Technology Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1519386845) | [TekiFun Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1571888675) |

## What reviewers say

### Bubble Pop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-pop-pop-bubbles/id1532850907)

Engage in an addictive bubble shooter puzzle game with hundreds of levels and fun challenges. Aim, shoot, and match three or more bubbles to burst them and clear the board. Utilize powerful boosters and strategic thinking to overcome obstacles and achieve high scores.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of addictive levels, Classic smooth gameplay, Awesome power-ups, Unlock Fireball and Bomb boosters, Strategic bubble matching, Thousands of unique levels, No WiFi needed

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP WEEKlY SUBSCRIPTION | $7.49 | per 7 days |
| Starter pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mini Coin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Small Coin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Beginner's Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Weekend Pack | $8.99 | one-time |
| Champion Pack | $12.99 | one-time |
| Super Pack | $16.99 | one-time |
| Medium Coin | $19.99 | one-time |
| Mega Pack | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Relaxing and enjoyable gameplay
- 🤓 Challenging and mentally stimulating
- 👍 Easy to use and intuitive controls
- 💰 Fair monetization model with free rewards

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🎨 Repetitive visuals and gameplay
- 🎨 Limited color palette and bubble variety
- 🎮 Occasional aiming issues

**Reported bugs**

- Levels not unlocking properly after updates
- Inconsistent coin/reward distribution

**Requested features**

- More diverse bubble types and power-ups
- Ability to customize the game board or background
- Leaderboards and social features


### Bubble Shooter Origin Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bubble-shooter-origin-classic/id1572946895)

Engage in a highly addictive bubble-popping puzzle game with hundreds of challenging levels. Aim, match, and burst same-colored bubbles to clear the board and train your brain. Enjoy classic gameplay with a modern twist, offering hours of fun without needing an internet connection.

**Highlights:** Hundreds of unique levels, Match 3 or more same-colored bubbles, Aim, shoot, and burst bubbles, Create powerful boosters, No WiFi needed, Daily bonuses and achievements

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin Pack XS | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mini Bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank | $3.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack S | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bubble Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Major Bundle | $7.99 | one-time |
| Pack Coin L | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 😊 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 🎮 Relaxing and stress-relieving experience
- ⚡ Minimal ads compared to other games
- 💰 Earn rewards without mandatory purchases
- 🎨 Vibrant colors and pleasant graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Too many pop-up ads for some users
- 🔄 Daily Reward system doesn't work as advertised
- 🎮 Repetitive gameplay becomes monotonous
- 🎯 Possible built-in cheating/unfair misses
- 📵 Game stops at level 500 with 'coming soon' message

**Reported bugs**

- Daily Reward resets to Day 1 instead of progressing
- Possible intentional misses on sure shots
- Game progression stops at level 500

**Requested features**

- Option to purchase ad-free version
- Landscape mode support for tablets
- Fix Daily Reward system to work properly
- Extend game beyond level 500


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bubble Pop free?

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

### Is Bubble Shooter Origin Classic free?

Bubble Shooter Origin Classic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bubble Pop or Bubble Shooter Origin Classic?

Bubble Shooter Origin Classic is rated higher. Bubble Pop averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9.1K ratings, while Bubble Shooter Origin Classic averages 4.8 from 301 ratings.

### Do Bubble Pop or Bubble Shooter Origin Classic have ads?

Both Bubble Pop and Bubble Shooter Origin Classic show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bubble Pop or Bubble Shooter Origin Classic?

Bubble Pop ships an update fortnightly, and Bubble Shooter Origin Classic every 2 weeks. Most recently, Bubble Pop was updated on October 24, 2026 and Bubble Shooter Origin Classic on October 24, 2026.

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