# Kick the Invader vs AetherClimb

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AetherClimb at none against Kick the Invader's 8. AetherClimb also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Kick the Invader sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. AetherClimb asks for nothing beyond the download.

Kick the Invader ships an update every 2 weeks, AetherClimb every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kick the Invader | AetherClimb |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (57 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kick-the-invaderbeat-dictator/id1621047373/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **57** | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 176 MB | 28 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PRICERA DMCC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1621047375) | [Mykhailo Astapenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880700603) |

## What reviewers say

### Kick the Invader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kick-the-invaderbeat-dictator/id1621047373)

This anti-stress game offers a cathartic experience where players can unleash their frustration on virtual invaders. Utilize a wide arsenal of weapons, from knives to rockets, to defeat enemies and relieve stress.

**Highlights:** Anti-stress gameplay, Variety of weapons, Punch, throw, stab, shoot, bomb, Expandable weapon arsenal, Relaxing experience

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Access Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| CoinPack1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| CoinPack2 | $2.99 | one-time |
| CoinPack3 | $4.99 | one-time |
| CoinPack4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| CoinPack5 | $19.99 | one-time |
| CoinPack6 | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great stress reliever
- 👍 Fun to play
- 👍 Cathartic experience
- 👍 Satisfying ragdoll physics
- 👍 Good game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💸 Too many ads
- 🚫 No sound on iPhone 14
- 🚫 No sound on 13 Pro Max
- ⚠️ Game not available offline without internet
- ⚠️ Bugs with mines and weapon durability

**Reported bugs**

- No sound on iPhone 14
- No sound on 13 Pro Max
- Mines durability goes to 0% when placed under enemy
- Enemy stuck in air when weapon durability runs out
- Purchased instead of downloaded

**Requested features**

- Add Osama Bin Laden
- More content
- Achievement list
- Leveling up system
- Item crafting


### AetherClimb

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aetherclimb/id6759796541)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kick the Invader free?

Kick the Invader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is AetherClimb free?

AetherClimb is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Kick the Invader or AetherClimb have ads?

Kick the Invader shows ads; AetherClimb does not.

### Which is updated more often, Kick the Invader or AetherClimb?

Kick the Invader ships an update every 2 weeks, and AetherClimb every 9 days. Most recently, Kick the Invader was updated on November 3, 2026 and AetherClimb on October 31, 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.*