# Hook Master vs Mutant Escape !

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mutant Escape ! at 67% against Hook Master's 0%. Mutant Escape ! also leads on rating (4.0 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (84 vs 1). Hook Master's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mutant Escape ! sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Hook Master asks for nothing beyond the download.

Mutant Escape ! holds the better App Store score, 4.0 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mutant Escape ! has 84 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Hook Master's written reviews are positive against 67% of Mutant Escape !'s.

Hook Master ships an update every 2 weeks, Mutant Escape ! every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hook Master | Mutant Escape ! |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hook-master-escape-puzzle/id1533619064/reviews) | **[4.0 (84 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mutant-escape/id1636672081/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **84** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 112 MB | 225 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Genix Lab](https://appshunter.io/developer/1081248114) | [Yso Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/659815325) |

## What reviewers say

### Hook Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hook-master-escape-puzzle/id1533619064)

Guide a pirate captain through treacherous traps and enemies by strategically moving ropes to hook rings. Solve intricate puzzles by untangling ropes and dodging obstacles to rescue the hero and help him become a better person.

**Highlights:** Physics-based rope puzzles, Rope hooking mechanics, Trap and enemy evasion, Rope untangling challenges, Obstacle dodging

**In-app purchases:** none


### Mutant Escape !

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mutant-escape/id1636672081)

Escape a secret laboratory as a mutant. Navigate through challenging levels and overcome obstacles to achieve freedom. This game offers a thrilling adventure with a unique premise.

**Highlights:** Mutant escape gameplay, Secret laboratory setting, Challenging levels, Obstacle navigation, Unique premise

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hook Master free?

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

### Is Mutant Escape ! free?

Mutant Escape ! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Hook Master or Mutant Escape !?

Mutant Escape ! is rated higher. Hook Master averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Mutant Escape ! averages 4.0 from 84 ratings.

### Do Hook Master or Mutant Escape ! have ads?

Both Hook Master and Mutant Escape ! show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Hook Master or Mutant Escape !?

Hook Master ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mutant Escape ! every 2 months. Most recently, Hook Master was updated on October 24, 2026 and Mutant Escape ! on October 24, 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.*