# Sword Forge Run vs Throw Master

The clearest difference is rating: Throw Master at 4.8 against Sword Forge Run's 1.0. Throw Master also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 20 months) and ratings volume (138 vs 1). Sword Forge Run's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Throw Master sells 16 one-off in-app purchases. Sword Forge Run asks for nothing beyond the download.

Throw Master holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Throw Master has 138 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Sword Forge Run ships an update every 20 months, Throw Master fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sword Forge Run | Throw Master |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sword-forge-run/id1661766153/reviews) | **[4.8 (138 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/throw-master-toss-and-merge/id6736840039/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **138** |
| Positive reviews | — | 11.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 117 MB | 258 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Muhammad Jahanzeb](https://appshunter.io/developer/1250011590) | [Mobsmile Yazilim Hizmetleri Limited Sirketi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1719697226) |

## What reviewers say

### Sword Forge Run

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sword-forge-run/id1661766153)

Become a legendary blacksmith and forge powerful swords. Gather materials, shape blades through hammering and cooling, and then use your creations to defeat enemies. Experience the thrill of crafting fantasy weapons.

**Highlights:** Gather iron and materials, Hammer and shape sword blades, Cool blades in water, Forge legendary swords, Slay enemies with crafted swords, Easy finger controls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Throw Master

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/throw-master-toss-and-merge/id6736840039)

Strategically place and merge items to upgrade them. Unleash powerful throws at enemies to clear challenging levels. Master the art of combining and tossing for victory.

**Highlights:** Item grid for strategic placement, Merge identical items to upgrade, Epic throwing action at enemies, Unique levels with distinct challenges, Organize and upgrade gear

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gems Pack 1 | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 2 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Starter Bundle | $5.99 | one-time |
| Skip Ads x25 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Fast Forward Forever | $7.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 3 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Premium Bundle | $11.99 | one-time |
| Heroes Bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Skip Ads x60 | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 4 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Skip Ads x150 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Skip Ads x250 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 5 | $49.99 | one-time |
| Skip Ads x400 | $59.99 | one-time |
| Gems Pack 6 | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sword Forge Run free?

Sword Forge Run is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Throw Master free?

Throw Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Sword Forge Run or Throw Master?

Throw Master is rated higher. Sword Forge Run averages 1.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Throw Master averages 4.8 from 138 ratings.

### Do Sword Forge Run or Throw Master have ads?

Both Sword Forge Run and Throw Master show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Sword Forge Run or Throw Master?

Sword Forge Run ships an update every 20 months, and Throw Master fortnightly. Most recently, Sword Forge Run was updated on October 19, 2026 and Throw Master on October 22, 2026.

---

*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*