# Iron Prototype vs Dead X Hero

The clearest difference is rating: Dead X Hero at 4.7 against Iron Prototype's 4.3. Dead X Hero also leads on ratings volume (3.5K vs 10) and review sentiment (92% vs 71%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Iron Prototype sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Dead X Hero sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dead X Hero holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dead X Hero has 3.5K ratings behind it against 10, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 71% of Iron Prototype's written reviews are positive against 92% of Dead X Hero's.

Iron Prototype ships an update monthly, Dead X Hero every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Iron Prototype | Dead X Hero |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iron-prototype/id1564103773/reviews) | **[4.7 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-x-hero/id1573414357/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 10 | **3.5K** |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | **92.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 390 MB | 398 MB |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Bad Wolf Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1151923536) | [SUPERLEVEL, OOO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1558452077) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Dead X Hero

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dead-x-hero/id1573414357)

Embody a superhuman mercenary with regeneration and combat skills. Fight criminal gangs in a corrupted city using pistols, katanas, and unlockable super abilities. Engage in epic street brawls and defeat powerful bosses to save the city.

**Highlights:** Superhuman regeneration and physical prowess, Unlockable super abilities and skills, Pistol and katana combat, Beat 'em up street fighting, Defeat crime bosses and supervillains, Unlock new combos and fatalities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Starterpack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Cash | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Cash | $9.99 | one-time |
| Big Cash | $24.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 💡 Potential for more characters (Dragon Ball, Naruto)
- 💡 Requests for costume updates and new features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 X button issue when opening chests
- 🐛 Ads

**Reported bugs**

- X button issue when opening chests
- Randomly stops working at level 50 (for Spider Fighter)

**Requested features**

- Update all games
- Add different costumes for characters


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Iron Prototype free?

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

### Is Dead X Hero free?

Dead X Hero is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Iron Prototype or Dead X Hero?

Dead X Hero is rated higher. Iron Prototype averages 4.3 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while Dead X Hero averages 4.7 from 3.5K ratings.

### Do Iron Prototype or Dead X Hero have ads?

Both Iron Prototype and Dead X Hero show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Iron Prototype or Dead X Hero?

Iron Prototype ships an update monthly, and Dead X Hero every 2 weeks. Most recently, Iron Prototype was updated on October 10, 2026 and Dead X Hero on October 20, 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.*