# Squad Busters vs Doodle Magic

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.

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.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Squad Busters against 4.3 for Doodle Magic. 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 are what separate them: 46% of Squad Busters's written reviews are positive against 56% of Doodle Magic's.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | Squad Busters | Doodle Magic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (138K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/squad-busters/id1668983788/reviews)** | [4.3 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-magic-wizard-vs-slime/id6467103305/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **138K** | 15K |
| Positive reviews | 45.7% of reviews | **56.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 895 MB | 240 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Supercell](https://appshunter.io/developer/488106216) | [Dodjoy HK](https://appshunter.io/developer/1650927135) |

## 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


### Doodle Magic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-magic-wizard-vs-slime/id6467103305)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Several Crystal | $0.99 | one-time |
| A handful of Crystal | $4.99 | one-time |
| A pile of Crystal | $9.99 | one-time |
| A pack of Crystal | $19.99 | one-time |
| A bag of Crystal | $49.99 | one-time |
| A box of Crystal | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


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