Comparison

Squad Busters vs Doodle Magic

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Squad Busters

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
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The battle awaits! Select a Hero & your Squad’s unique powers - your tactics and skill will determine the winner. Good luck, may the best squad be still standing! Squad multiplayer is all about the perfect set up to execute attacks and defend your Hero. Are you a sniper or will you charge and smash - collect & evolve and build the perfect Squad! COLLECT EVOLVE OVER 25 CHARACTERS Build the perfect combo for every unique battle - collect & Evolve all-star Supercell characters, each with their own skills from Clash of Clans, Brawl Stars, Hay Day, Clash Royale, and Boom Beach. FUN MODES & MODIFIERS From multiplayer Mayhem to Squad League, Gem hunt and DUO’s - you’ll discover new tactics and fun surprises with every game! Chase down Loot Goblins, smash Piñatas, recruit Royal Ghosts to haunt others, and more! ACTION, STRATEGY, FULL ON PARTY Run! Fight! Toss a MASSIVE bomb! Think fast while picking the right mix of tactics to attack and defend your Squad. Spark giant FUSION troops! Play it safe out of battle or risk it all to knock out other players. There’s more than 1 route to victory! EXCITING WORLDS & BELOVED CHARACTERS Adventure through fun new Worlds and themed Maps on your journey. Discover unique environments, bosses, and traps, and unlock fan-favorite heroes and villains as you progress! PLAY WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY, AND FRENEMIES! Make your own multiplayer Party room! Challenge friends and settle the score with who has the best Squad setup - who can survive the Battle and become the top Squad! Privacy Policy: http://supercell.com/en/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: http://supercell.com/en/terms-of-service/ Parent’s Guide: http://supercell.com/en/parents/

About

Doodle Magic

Become a mighty wizard defending a village from monsters and slimes. Upgrade gear, collect skills, and build an indestructible fortress to overcome endless challenges and boss battles. Embark on a tower defense journey.

Highlights
  • Upgrade epic gear and forge powerful wizard
  • Collect and synthesize gems
  • Explore and combine mystical skills
  • Defend against endless slime monsters
  • Build and upgrade unique ramparts
  • Challenge Abyss Mode with random monster combinations
Features
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Step into the Middle Ages, where the village of Hamel is plagued by mice and overrun by monsters. As a young wizard, you waved your wand to rid the village of a multitude of creatures. Yet, a greater danger lurks ahead. Are you ready to face slimes and other formidable monsters? Features: Be a Mighty Wizard! - Upgrade epic gear, collect and synthesize gems to forge a powerful wizard leading the entire battlefield. Collect your Fantasy Skills - Explore mystical skills and collect a unique combination to break free from traditional tactical limits. Take on Endless Slimes! - Embrace endless slime monster challenges, showcasing your wizard skills to defend our homeland. Build your unique rampart - Upgrade wall durability, collect wall magic resistance, and create your unique castle, an indestructible fortress. Challenge the Abyss Mode - Confront randomly combined monster challenges, strategically choose skill card combinations, as hordes of monster bosses are about to descend. Get ready for an exhilarating combat experience! Updates and Support: We are committed to continuous game updates, providing players with the better gaming experience. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to contact our support team. **Join us now, embark on a brand new tower defense journey, and let the wizard's glory be in your hands.

Screenshots

Squad Busters4 screens
Doodle Magic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Squad Busters at weekly against Doodle Magic's every 6 weeks. Squad Busters also leads on ratings volume (138K vs 15K). Doodle Magic's advantage is review sentiment (56% vs 46%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Squad Busters sells 16 one-off in-app purchases and Doodle Magic sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Squad Busters holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Squad Busters has 138K ratings behind it against 15K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of Squad Busters's written reviews are positive against 56% of Doodle Magic's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Squad Busters ships an update weekly, Doodle Magic every 6 weeks. Both last shipped on October 20, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Squad Busters versus Doodle Magic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSquad BustersDoodle Magic
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (138K ratings) — better4.3 (15K ratings)
Positive reviews45.7% of reviews56.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings138K — better15K
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size895 MB240 MB
Age rating9+12+
DeveloperSupercellDodjoy HK

Customer experience

Squad Busters

All ratings137,636 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral3.0%
Negative10.2%
Written reviews1,861 reviews
Positive45.7%
Neutral8.2%
Negative46.1%

Doodle Magic

All ratings15,072 ratings
Positive82.4%
Neutral9.9%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews831 reviews
Positive56.2%
Neutral14.8%
Negative29.0%

User reviews

Squad Busters

From 138K App Store ratings

What we love

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

Room to improve

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

Doodle Magic

From 15K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Addictive gameplay
  • 👍 Unique art style
  • 🎨 Customizable abilities
  • 💡 Potential for future updates
  • 🎮 Enjoyable tower defense experience

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Targeting/AI issues
  • 🔍 Lack of in-game explanations
  • ⏱️ Slow progression and grind
  • 💰 Monetization concerns
  • 🔧 Bugs and glitches

Bugs and requests

Squad Busters

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

Doodle Magic

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Ads not working
  • Overlapping UI elements
  • Game crashes and freezes
  • Progression issues after updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Ability to control spell targeting
  • Improved gem management and combination
  • Endless/survival mode
  • More diverse enemy types and level design
  • Better balance between free-to-play and paid progression

In-app purchases

16 purchases

Squad Busters

One-time16
  • Special Offer$0.79
  • Special Offer$0.99
  • 10000 Gold$0.99
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  • Special Offer$1.99
  • Special Offer$2.99
  • Special Offer$3.99
  • 52500 Gold$4.99
  • Special Offer$4.99
  • Season Pass$4.99
  • Special Offer$5.99
  • Season Pass$6.99
  • Special Offer$6.99
  • Special Offer$7.99
  • Special Offer$9.99
  • 110000 Gold$9.99
  • Season Pass$9.99
6 purchases

Doodle Magic

One-time6
  • Several Crystal$0.99
  • A handful of Crystal$4.99
  • A pile of Crystal$9.99
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  • A pack of Crystal$19.99
  • A bag of Crystal$49.99
  • A box of Crystal$99.99

Questions

Is Squad Busters free?
Squad Busters is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Doodle Magic free?
Doodle Magic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Squad Busters or Doodle Magic?
Squad Busters is rated higher. Squad Busters averages 4.5 out of 5 from 138K ratings, while Doodle Magic averages 4.3 from 15K ratings.
Do Squad Busters or Doodle Magic have ads?
Both Squad Busters and Doodle Magic show ads.
Which is updated more often, Squad Busters or Doodle Magic?
Squad Busters ships an update weekly, and Doodle Magic every 6 weeks. Most recently, Squad Busters was updated on October 20, 2026 and Doodle Magic on October 20, 2026.

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