# Dismount Simulator vs Backflip Playground

The clearest difference is rating: Dismount Simulator at 4.7 against Backflip Playground's 3.4. Dismount Simulator also leads on review sentiment (86% vs 50%) and ratings volume (5.2K vs 21). Backflip Playground's advantage is update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 8 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dismount Simulator sells 13 one-off in-app purchases and Backflip Playground sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Dismount Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dismount Simulator has 5.2K ratings behind it against 21, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of Dismount Simulator's written reviews are positive against 50% of Backflip Playground's.

Dismount Simulator ships an update every 8 months, Backflip Playground every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dismount Simulator | Backflip Playground |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (5.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dismount-simulator/id1610289358/reviews)** | [3.4 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backflip-playground/id6755095867/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **5.2K** | 21 |
| Positive reviews | **86.2% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 152 MB | 160 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Khuong Nguyen Danh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1605106673) | [Lam Dao Thi Thanh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1341395414) |

## What reviewers say

### Dismount Simulator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dismount-simulator/id1610289358)

Engage in a physics-based ragdoll game where you perform stunts and face deadly traps. Break bones, destroy vehicles, and unlock new characters and skills with in-game currency. Enjoy a relaxing experience with unique ragdoll physics and diverse levels.

**Highlights:** Unique ragdoll physics system, Perform stunts and face traps, Destroy vehicles, Unlock characters and skills, Multiple levels and environments, Vivid sound effects

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Coin Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Item Bonus 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Item Bonus 3 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Item Bonus 2 | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 2 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 5 | $19.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 6 | $39.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 7 | $59.99 | one-time |
| Coin Pack 8 | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun and entertaining
- 🚀 Satisfying ragdoll physics
- 💡 Variety of characters and abilities
- 🎨 Customization options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Lack of coins/currency in sandbox mode
- 🔁 Randomly kicked out of custom levels
- 💰 High in-app purchase prices
- 📢 Too many ads

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to build more in editor after purchases
- Character spawning issues
- Monster truck glitches
- Crashing on launch

**Requested features**

- More levels and content
- Improved level editor tools
- Reduced ad frequency
- Fair in-app purchase pricing


### Backflip Playground

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backflip-playground/id6755095867)

Perform backflips and jumps to reach goals or defeat opponents in this action-packed game. Enjoy stunning pixel graphics and realistic physics for endless entertainment. Remember, all in-game actions are fictional and should not be replicated.

**Highlights:** Perform backflips and jumps, Reach finish lines, Defeat enemies, Cinematic action, Pixel graphics, Physics effects

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| coin 099 | $0.99 | one-time |
| coin 199 | $1.99 | one-time |
| starter pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| no ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| coin 399 | $3.99 | one-time |
| coin 799 | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dismount Simulator free?

Dismount Simulator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Backflip Playground free?

Backflip Playground is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dismount Simulator or Backflip Playground?

Dismount Simulator is rated higher. Dismount Simulator averages 4.7 out of 5 from 5.2K ratings, while Backflip Playground averages 3.4 from 21 ratings.

### Do Dismount Simulator or Backflip Playground have ads?

Both Dismount Simulator and Backflip Playground show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dismount Simulator or Backflip Playground?

Dismount Simulator ships an update every 8 months, and Backflip Playground every 4 weeks. Most recently, Dismount Simulator was updated on September 22, 2026 and Backflip Playground on September 17, 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.*