# Like a Chip vs Idle Drinks Factory

The clearest difference is rating: Like a Chip at 5.0 against Idle Drinks Factory's 4.1. Idle Drinks Factory's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ratings volume (7 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Like a Chip sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Idle Drinks Factory asks for nothing beyond the download.

Like a Chip holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Idle Drinks Factory has 7 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Like a Chip ships an update every 2 weeks, Idle Drinks Factory every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Like a Chip | Idle Drinks Factory |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/like-a-chip/id1635256385/reviews)** | [4.1 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-drinks-factory/id6446140124/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **7** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 209 MB | 181 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.5** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [MondayOFF](https://appshunter.io/developer/1448226898) | [Full Fat Productions Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/374306144) |

## What reviewers say

### Like a Chip

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/like-a-chip/id1635256385)

A simple, touch-based game perfect for short bursts of play. Experience fantastic gameplay during your free moments. Developed by a leading hyper-casual game developer.

**Highlights:** Simple touch controls, Free to play, Ideal for short breaks, Fantastic gameplay experience, Hyper-casual genre

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Ads | $3.99 | one-time |


### Idle Drinks Factory

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idle-drinks-factory/id6446140124)

Build and manage a drink factory, creating custom beverages by combining ingredients. Hire skilled staff to boost production and income, and upgrade your machines to expand your business. This simulation game offers addictive gameplay for aspiring entrepreneurs.

**Highlights:** Create and customize drinks, Hire and manage staff with unique skills, Upgrade machines and production, Earn money to expand business, Addictive idle gameplay, Intuitive drag-and-drop controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Like a Chip free?

Like a Chip is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Idle Drinks Factory free?

Idle Drinks Factory is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Like a Chip or Idle Drinks Factory?

Like a Chip is rated higher. Like a Chip averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Idle Drinks Factory averages 4.1 from 7 ratings.

### Do Like a Chip or Idle Drinks Factory have ads?

Both Like a Chip and Idle Drinks Factory show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Like a Chip or Idle Drinks Factory?

Like a Chip ships an update every 2 weeks, and Idle Drinks Factory every 3 weeks. Most recently, Like a Chip was updated on November 3, 2026 and Idle Drinks Factory on November 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.*