# Hero vs Criminal vs Iron Prototype

The clearest difference is rating: Hero vs Criminal at 4.7 against Iron Prototype's 3.9. Hero vs Criminal also leads on ratings volume (43K vs 21). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Hero vs Criminal sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Iron Prototype sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Hero vs Criminal holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Hero vs Criminal has 43K ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 77% of Hero vs Criminal's written reviews are positive against 71% of Iron Prototype's.

Hero vs Criminal ships an update every 2 weeks, Iron Prototype monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hero vs Criminal | Iron Prototype |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (43K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hero-vs-criminal-flash-chase/id1533443081/reviews)** | [3.9 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iron-prototype/id1564103773/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **43K** | 21 |
| Positive reviews | **76.6% of reviews** | 71.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 380 MB | 390 MB |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [RadPirates](https://appshunter.io/developer/1218338313) | [Bad Wolf Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1151923536) |

## What reviewers say

### Hero vs Criminal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hero-vs-criminal-flash-chase/id1533443081)

Engage in high-speed pursuits as a superhero, catching criminals with lightning-fast reflexes. Master intense chase sequences, unlock new abilities, and bring justice to the city in this action-packed game. Enjoy colorful 3D graphics and smooth gameplay.

**Highlights:** Play as a hero catching criminals, Lightning-speed running mechanics, Thrilling chase missions, Simple one-touch controls, Endless pursuit challenges, Unlock new hero abilities, Colorful 3D graphics

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Skip-it x8 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skip-it x20 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bundle Starter Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $6.99 | one-time |
| Skip-it x60 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Bundle No Ads + Double Shield | $8.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 2 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Skip-it x100 | $12.99 | one-time |
| Skip-it x250 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack 3 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Skip-it x500 | $34.99 | one-time |
| Remove ALL Ads | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Variety of playable characters
- 💡 Ability to create custom characters
- 🚀 Satisfying running and chasing mechanics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs with certain skins
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔋 Drains battery quickly
- 📢 Excessive advertisements

**Reported bugs**

- Inverted controls for certain characters
- Disappearing custom character skins
- Crashes and freezes on some devices

**Requested features**

- Endless/free-roam mode
- Ability to run on water like the Flash
- More varied environments and levels
- Online multiplayer racing
- Customizable character abilities and powers


### Iron Prototype

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iron-prototype/id1564103773)

Become a superhero in this action-packed side-scrolling runner. Swing through diverse worlds using a rope hook, dodge deadly hazards, and collect power cells to unlock new characters. Are you ready for the ultimate spider hero adventure?

**Highlights:** Side-scrolling runner gameplay, Rope hook swinging mechanic, Diverse world exploration, Hazard dodging, Unlockable superhero characters, Power cell collection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads and bonus | $5.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hero vs Criminal free?

Hero vs Criminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Iron Prototype free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hero vs Criminal or Iron Prototype?

Hero vs Criminal is rated higher. Hero vs Criminal averages 4.7 out of 5 from 43K ratings, while Iron Prototype averages 3.9 from 21 ratings.

### Do Hero vs Criminal or Iron Prototype have ads?

Both Hero vs Criminal and Iron Prototype show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hero vs Criminal or Iron Prototype?

Hero vs Criminal ships an update every 2 weeks, and Iron Prototype monthly. Most recently, Hero vs Criminal was updated on November 2, 2026 and Iron Prototype on October 30, 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.*