Comparison

5 Second Rule vs Spuds

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

5 Second Rule

This party game challenges players to answer a question with three responses within five seconds. It offers a family-friendly mode and an optional "Super Dirty Party" deck for adult fun. Play on a single device with friends.

Highlights
  • Answer questions in 5 seconds
  • Three answers required
  • Family-friendly mode
  • Optional adult content deck
  • Single device multiplayer
  • Access to all cards with subscription
Features
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Your parties are too boring, here's something that will destroy that problem. MURDERING YOUR FRIENDS... With your brain. You are asked a simple question and you have 5 seconds to come up with 3 answers before the time is up. 5 Second Rule is a party game played on a single phone, invite your friends over and start playing. DIRTY PARTY OPTIONAL Offensive, dirty and adults questions are all neatly packed in a „Super Dirty Party“ deck. If you want to enjoy them turn the ON, if you prefer to keep it family-friendly turn them OFF. 5 Second Rule subscription: - Gives user instant access to all existing and future cards and removes all ads. - Subscriptions are from $2.99 weekly* - Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase - You will be able to access everything for the duration of the subscription - Subscription automatically renews for the same price and duration period as the original package unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period - Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period at the cost of the chosen package (weekly, monthly or yearly package) - Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's iTunes Account Settings after purchase - You may cancel a subscription during its free trial period via the subscription setting through your iTunes account. This must be done 24 hours before the end of the subscription period to avoid being charged. Please visit https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT202039 for more information - You may turn off the auto-renewal of your subscription via your iTunes Account Settings. However, you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period - Please note: any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. Links to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy can be found below Privacy Policy: https://chugnar.com/privacy-policy/ Terms of Use: https://chugnar.com/terms-of-use/ * Prices are equal to the value that "Apple's App Store Pricing Matrix" determines as the equivalent of the subscription price in $ USD

About

Spuds

Features
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The wildest, most daring party game for groups has landed! Push your limits with savage questions, cheeky challenges, and insane drinking forfeits designed to turn any party or night with friends into one you might want to forget. This game doesn’t just break the ice — it shatters your comfort zone and tests friendships like never before. Dive into unique themed packs that keep the chaos fresh, including spicy couples editions and limited holiday specials that crank the heat higher. Features: * Easy swipe-to-play card style for fast, fun gameplay * Select from multiple themed packs anytime to mix up the madness * Ruthless, hilarious questions that embarrass, challenge, and provoke * Brutal dares and drinking forfeits that push boundaries and friendships * Toggle NSFW cards off if you’re feeling less savage * Couples packs to ignite flames, test limits and connect with gentle moments * Made for fearless groups ready to stir the pot and cross all lines * The ultimate weapon for unforgettable, wild, and messy nights Laugh till it hurts, dare like there’s no tomorrow, and drink like it’s your last night out. This isn’t a game — it’s your next wild memory... or your worst nightmare. Think you’ve got what it takes? Bring the chaos. Terms of use: https://doublea.xyz/assets/doublea-terms-conditions-CnhlxTY4.pdf Privacy policy: https://doublea.xyz/assets/doublea-privacy-policy-Bm8EYr8a.pdf

Screenshots

5 Second Rule3 screens
Spuds4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: 5 Second Rule at none against Spuds's shown. 5 Second Rule also leads on update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 5 Second Rule sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Spuds sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

5 Second Rule ships an update every 6 weeks, Spuds every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
5 Second Rule versus Spuds: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter5 Second RuleSpuds
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (114 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings114 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeks — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size17 MB42 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperTeo BraunAdam Ascroft

In-app purchases

2 purchases

5 Second Rule

Subscriptions2
  • 5 Second Rule - Party Games3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
3 purchases

Spuds

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Pass$3.997 Days
  • Monthly Pass$12.991 Month
  • Annual Pass$59.991 Year

Questions

Is 5 Second Rule free?
5 Second Rule is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Spuds free?
Spuds is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do 5 Second Rule or Spuds have ads?
Spuds shows ads; 5 Second Rule does not.
Which is updated more often, 5 Second Rule or Spuds?
5 Second Rule ships an update every 6 weeks, and Spuds every 4 months. Most recently, 5 Second Rule was updated on November 3, 2026 and Spuds on October 30, 2026.

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