# State.io vs Mob Control

The clearest difference is update cadence: Mob Control at every 3 days against State.io's monthly. Mob Control also leads on chart position (#8 vs #31). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. State.io sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Mob Control sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for State.io against 4.6 for Mob Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 249K and 461K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 30% of State.io's written reviews are positive against 31% of Mob Control's.

State.io ships an update monthly, Mob Control every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 2, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | State.io | Mob Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (249K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stateio-conquer-the-world/id1559032748/reviews) | [4.6 (461K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mob-control/id1562817072/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 249K | **461K** |
| Positive reviews | 29.9% of reviews | **31.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #31 | **#8** |
| Size | 361 MB | 371 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [AI Games FZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1478916023) | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) |

## What reviewers say

### State.io

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stateio-conquer-the-world/id1559032748)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Free · Strategy, #145 Top Free · Casual (US App Store)

Engage in an abstract real-time strategy game where you command troops to capture territories. Solve tactical puzzles to outwit opponents, expand your influence, and defend your borders in this exciting countries takeover.

**Highlights:** Command troops to capture states, Solve strategic puzzles, Tactical dot clashes, Countries takeover, Attack and defend territories, Real-time strategy gameplay

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 50 Diamonds | $0.99 | one-time |
| Skip’Its Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack Of Skip’Its | $2.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| 300 Diamonds | $4.99 | one-time |
| No Ads Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack Of Skip’Its | $5.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads! | $9.99 | one-time |
| 750 Diamonds | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pack | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1500 Diamonds | $19.99 | one-time |
| Huge Pack Of Skip’Its | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
- ⚙️ Good strategic elements
- 🕹️ Simple and easy to understand

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔥 Excessive ads and ad-related issues
- 🤖 Weak and predictable AI
- 🔁 Repetitive and lacks long-term challenge
- 🔌 Causes phone overheating and performance issues

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes and crashes
- Ads not working as intended (forced ads, no rewards)

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- Larger maps and more territories to conquer
- Difficulty settings or progression
- Ability to choose starting territory


### Mob Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mob-control/id1562817072)

**Currently charting:** #8 Top Free · Strategy, #34 Top Free · Casual, #37 Top Grossing · Strategy, #54 Top Grossing · Casual, #64 Top Free · Games, #162 Top Grossing · Games (US App Store)

Lead a growing mob to victory in this competitive and relaxing game. Aim, shoot, and deploy champions to conquer enemy bases and climb the leagues. Unlock and upgrade cards, protect your base, and enjoy various game modes with fresh content monthly.

**Highlights:** Create and grow massive mobs, Unlock and upgrade cannons, mobs, and champions, Aim and shoot at multiplying gates, Deploy champions to attack enemy bases, Protect your base with shields, Raid enemy bases for coins and bricks, Monthly Season Pass with new content

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Club | $5.99 | per month |
| Save the loots | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium Card Pack Bundle | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack of Skip Tickets | $2.99 | one-time |
| Endless Loot | $2.99 | one-time |
| Premium Pass - ELITE | $4.99 | one-time |
| Endless Loot | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Gifts | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Pack of Skip Tickets | $6.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass! | $6.99 | one-time |
| Triple Cannon Premium | $9.99 | one-time |
| Extra Large Card Pack Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Skip Tickets Overload | $29.99 | one-time |
| Coins Overload | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Satisfying mob control mechanics
- 💎 Enjoyable progression and leveling up

**What reviewers complain about**

- 📺 Excessive and intrusive ads
- 🔁 Repetitive and recycled levels
- 🔋 Game causes phone overheating and battery drain
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and glitches
- 🤖 Fake/bot opponents instead of real players

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes and crashes during battles
- Rewards not properly credited after battles
- Purchased items/upgrades disappearing

**Requested features**

- More varied and challenging level designs
- Ability to choose and upgrade preferred cannons
- Real-time PvP multiplayer mode
- Reduce frequency and intrusiveness of ads


## Frequently asked questions

### Is State.io free?

State.io is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mob Control free?

Mob Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, State.io or Mob Control?

State.io and Mob Control are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 249K and 461K ratings respectively.

### Do State.io or Mob Control have ads?

Both State.io and Mob Control show ads.

### Which is updated more often, State.io or Mob Control?

State.io ships an update monthly, and Mob Control every 3 days. Most recently, State.io was updated on October 2, 2026 and Mob Control on October 2, 2026.

### Which is more popular, State.io or Mob Control?

State.io currently peaks at #31 in the App Store charts, and Mob Control at #8. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*