Monopong vs Gamebok Kick
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Monopong
Experience a minimalist arcade game where you control a single paddle to bounce a ball. Compete with players worldwide on global leaderboards and unlock achievements as you test your reflexes.
- Minimalist arcade gameplay
- Single-player experience
- Global leaderboards
- In-game achievements
- Reaction time testing
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Monopong is a minimalist arcade game a bit like that one with the ball and the paddles, but just for you. Test your reactions with global leaderboards, and achievements throughout the game.
Gamebok Kick
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Bok Kick is a casual and addictive 2.5D game perfect for anyone looking for fun and challenging gameplay. Set in a vibrant world with quirky 2D pixel art, your goal is to flick the ball through various obstacles, hit targets, and collect coins to boost your score. Designed with the South African spirit in mind, Bok Kick offers a unique blend of fun and competition. FEATURES: Fun & Casual Gameplay: Flick the ball through obstacles, aim for barrels, and hit targets for a unique challenge every time! It's easy to learn but hard to master, making it perfect for all ages. Stunning 2D Pixel Art: Enjoy a visually appealing game with charming and quirky pixel art that adds to the fun. The game's unique art style makes every level a joy to play. Varied Themes: Explore different settings like sunny beaches, stormy mountains, and more. Each theme offers unique obstacles and challenges to keep the gameplay fresh and exciting. Bonus Score Multipliers: Hit coins to get bonus score multipliers and maximize your points. Aim for the perfect flick to gather as many multipliers as possible. Obstacles & Challenges: Navigate through various obstacles that can block the posts. Each level presents a new set of challenges, keeping you on your toes. Global Leaderboard: Compete with players worldwide to achieve the highest scores. Show off your skills and see if you can become the top Bok Kick player on the global leaderboard. Get ready to flick, aim, and score! Download Bok Kick now and start your journey to the top of the leaderboard. Whether you're playing for a quick break or aiming to master every level, Bok Kick offers endless fun and excitement. Join the global community of players and see if you have what it takes to be the best! Enjoy ;-)
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Monopong at none against Gamebok Kick's shown. Gamebok Kick's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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
Both are free to download. Monopong sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Gamebok Kick sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Monopong ships an update every 6 weeks, Gamebok Kick every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Monopong | Gamebok Kick |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (35 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 91.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 35 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 173 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Joel Collins | Gamebok™ |
Bugs and requests
Monopong
Reported bugs
2 issues- Achievement button partially off-screen on iPhone 8
- Game lags and is not original (reported in Russian)
Requested features
9 requests- Portrait mode / one-handed play
- Ball customization / skins
- More achievements
- Different leaderboard types
- Option to disable vibration
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- Option to change sound/visual effects
- Music in the game
- Option to keep white and not speed up
- Settings menu
Gamebok Kick
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Monopong
- Unlock Style Skip$0.99
Gamebok Kick
- Remove Ads$2.99
Questions
Is Monopong free?
Is Gamebok Kick free?
Do Monopong or Gamebok Kick have ads?
Which is updated more often, Monopong or Gamebok Kick?
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