# Problem Boy! vs The Nom

The clearest difference is rating: The Nom at 4.7 against Problem Boy!'s 3.0. The Nom also leads on ratings volume (20K vs 1). Problem Boy!'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 14.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. The Nom sells 9 one-off in-app purchases. Problem Boy! asks for nothing beyond the download.

The Nom holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: The Nom has 20K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Problem Boy! ships an update every 4 days, The Nom weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Problem Boy! | The Nom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/problem-boy/id1607063200/reviews) | **[4.7 (20K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-nom/id6443968137/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **20K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 48.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 173 MB | 260 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Rooster Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1611767972) | [Voodoo](https://appshunter.io/developer/714804730) |

## What reviewers say

### Problem Boy!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/problem-boy/id1607063200)

Engage in a fast-paced game where you catch targets and throw them at enemies. Evade pursuers while strategically eliminating opponents to progress. Experience quick action and simple mechanics in this chase-and-throw gameplay.

**Highlights:** Catch targets, Throw at enemies, Evade pursuers, Fast-paced action, Simple mechanics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### The Nom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-nom/id6443968137)

Transform into a creature and battle your way through a dangerous world to defeat the scientist who changed you. Overcome guards and bosses using your wits and strength to reclaim your human form.

**Highlights:** Regain human form, Defeat Dr. Vial, Battle fierce guards, Fight powerful bosses, Explore a world of danger and mystery, Overcome challenges

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gems Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skin 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Skin 4 | $1.99 | one-time |
| No Forced Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 4 | $26.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 5 | $54.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 6 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Best
- 😊 Cool game
- 👍 Pretty fun
- 👍 Brilliant and original game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Adds are gambling
- 🤬 Too many ads
- 🤬 Forced ads
- 🤬 Can't turn off ads
- 🤬 Ads after every level

**Reported bugs**

- Game not loading
- Level progression issues
- Ads not working as advertised

**Requested features**

- Allow free roam instead of levels
- Add an ending or sequel
- Improve graphics
- Make it playable offline
- Fix level progression issues


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Problem Boy! free?

Problem Boy! is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is The Nom free?

The Nom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Problem Boy! or The Nom?

The Nom is rated higher. Problem Boy! averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while The Nom averages 4.7 from 20K ratings.

### Do Problem Boy! or The Nom have ads?

Both Problem Boy! and The Nom show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Problem Boy! or The Nom?

Problem Boy! ships an update every 4 days, and The Nom weekly. Most recently, Problem Boy! was updated on September 19, 2026 and The Nom on October 3, 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.*