# Squad Busters vs Invincible

The clearest difference is rating: Invincible at 4.8 against Squad Busters's 4.5. Invincible also leads on review sentiment (62% vs 46%) and chart position (#33 vs unranked). Squad Busters's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Squad Busters sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and Invincible sells 53 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Invincible holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.5. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 138K and 63K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 46% of Squad Busters's written reviews are positive against 62% of Invincible's.

Squad Busters ships an update weekly, Invincible every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Squad Busters | Invincible |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (138K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squad-busters/id1668983788/reviews) | **[4.8 (63K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/invincible-guarding-the-globe/id6449294809/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **138K** | 63K |
| Positive reviews | 45.7% of reviews | **62.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#33** |
| Size | 895 MB | 246 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Supercell](https://appshunter.io/developer/488106216) | [Ubisoft](https://appshunter.io/developer/317644720) |

## What reviewers say

### Squad Busters

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squad-busters/id1668983788)

Assemble a team of iconic characters from various Supercell games, each with unique abilities. Engage in fast-paced multiplayer battles, strategizing attacks and defenses to outwit opponents. Collect and evolve characters to create powerful squads and conquer diverse game modes.

**Highlights:** Collect and evolve over 25 characters, Unique character skills and abilities, Multiple fun game modes (Mayhem, League, Gem Hunt), Action-packed strategy and tactics, Adventure through exciting worlds and maps, Play with friends in multiplayer parties

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Special Offer | $0.79 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| 10000 Gold | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| 52500 Gold | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $5.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $6.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $7.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| 110000 Gold | $9.99 | one-time |
| Season Pass | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Vibrant graphics and visuals
- 🤝 Unique blend of Supercell characters
- 🕹️ Engaging and addictive gameplay
- 🆕 Fresh take on Supercell's formula

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Heavily pay-to-win mechanics
- 🕰️ Repetitive and monotonous gameplay
- 🧠 Lack of strategic depth
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and technical issues
- 🏃‍♂️ Overpowered running/escaping mechanics

**Reported bugs**

- Matchmaking issues and unbalanced matches
- Freezing and connectivity problems
- Inconsistent character/item behavior

**Requested features**

- Add more game modes and variety
- Improve progression system and character unlocks
- Implement clan/social features
- Balance the pay-to-win elements
- Enhance the combat system and player control


### Invincible

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/invincible-guarding-the-globe/id6449294809)

**Currently charting:** #33 Top Grossing · Action, #44 Top Grossing · Role Playing, #153 Top Free · Role Playing (US App Store)

Assemble a squad of iconic heroes from the Invincible universe in this idle RPG. Experience an original story, collect and upgrade characters, and engage in strategic battles with unique ultimate abilities. Play solo or team up with friends for cooperative challenges.

**Highlights:** Original Invincible story campaign, Iconic character collection and upgrades, Strategic squad-based combat, Idle battle progression, Co-op alliances with friends, Gear and artifact customization, Transparent in-game shops

**In-app purchases (53)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Trophy road milestone | $0.99 | one-time |
| Daily bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Small GDA Tech Gem case | $0.99 | one-time |
| GDA chips bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $0.99 | one-time |
| Unique bundle | $0.99 | one-time |
| Event offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $1.99 | one-time |
| Daily bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $2.99 | one-time |
| Piggy bank GDA | $2.99 | one-time |
| Special bundle | $2.99 | one-time |
| Daily bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Small GDA Tech Gem case | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unique event bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Weekly bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Trophy road milestone | $4.99 | one-time |
| Artefact bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Helper Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| GDA chips bundle | $4.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack 1 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium GDA Tech Gem case | $9.99 | one-time |
| Event bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Recruitment bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| GDA Op bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Trophy road milestone | $9.99 | one-time |
| Event offer | $9.99 | one-time |
| Daily bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Weekly bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Monthly bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Artefact bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unique event bundle | $9.99 | one-time |
| GDA Op bundle | $14.99 | one-time |
| Event Offer | $14.99 | one-time |
| Tech Gems piggy bank | $17.99 | one-time |
| Event bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Recruitment bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Event offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Weekly bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Hero GDA pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Exclusive hero bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Dynamic duo offer | $19.99 | one-time |
| Booster bundle | $19.99 | one-time |
| Special Pass | $29.99 | one-time |
| Hero GDA pass 2 | $29.99 | one-time |
| Special offer | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Quick gameplay
- 👍 Accurate to the show
- 🎨 Appealing graphics
- 🕹️ Fun idle RPG experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 🔋 Drains phone battery quickly
- 💰 Aggressive microtransactions
- 🕰️ Slow progression without spending

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to claim rewards
- Disappearing progress and purchases
- Sync issues causing login problems
- Unresponsive gameplay and freezing

**Requested features**

- More characters from the Invincible universe
- PvP mode
- Ability to reset/respec characters
- More interactive gameplay beyond idle combat


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Squad Busters free?

Squad Busters is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Invincible free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Squad Busters or Invincible?

Invincible is rated higher. Squad Busters averages 4.5 out of 5 from 138K ratings, while Invincible averages 4.8 from 63K ratings.

### Do Squad Busters or Invincible have ads?

Both Squad Busters and Invincible show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Squad Busters or Invincible?

Squad Busters ships an update weekly, and Invincible every 3 weeks. Most recently, Squad Busters was updated on October 24, 2026 and Invincible on October 24, 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.*