# Playground 3D! vs Backflip Playground

The clearest difference is rating: Playground 3D! at 4.6 against Backflip Playground's 3.1. Playground 3D! also leads on ratings volume (10K vs 30) and review sentiment (66% vs 44%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Playground 3D! sells 18 one-off in-app purchases and Backflip Playground sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Playground 3D! holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Playground 3D! has 10K ratings behind it against 30, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Playground 3D!'s written reviews are positive against 44% of Backflip Playground's.

Playground 3D! ships an update every 2 weeks, Backflip Playground every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Playground 3D! | Backflip Playground |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playground-3d/id1671651176/reviews)** | [3.1 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backflip-playground/id6755095867/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 30 |
| Positive reviews | **65.6% of reviews** | 44.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 246 MB | 160 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Liudmyla Petryshyn](https://appshunter.io/developer/1024436268) | [Lam Dao Thi Thanh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1341395414) |

## What reviewers say

### Playground 3D!

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/playground-3d/id1671651176)

This is a physics-based sandbox game where you can create custom scenarios and observe realistic interactions between characters and objects. Explore endless possibilities for creative experiments and simulations with a variety of tools and environments.

**Highlights:** Realistic physics engine, Diverse characters and objects, Stunning 3D graphics, Wide selection of tools and weapons, Endless creative possibilities

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

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hunter | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 Keys | $1.99 | one-time |
| Cave | $1.99 | one-time |
| Bunker | $1.99 | one-time |
| Scary SpeakerBro | $3.99 | one-time |
| 25 Keys | $3.99 | one-time |
| Scary SkibiBro | $3.99 | one-time |
| ClockBro | $3.99 | one-time |
| Huntress | $3.99 | one-time |
| SkibiBro | $3.99 | one-time |
| SpeakerBro | $3.99 | one-time |
| 50 Keys | $5.99 | one-time |
| Titan ClockBro | $5.99 | one-time |
| No Ads | $5.99 | one-time |
| Titan SkibiBro | $5.99 | one-time |
| Titan SpeakerBro | $5.99 | one-time |
| Weirdo | $9.99 | one-time |
| BundleBro №1 | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great game
- 🎮 Engaging gameplay
- 💯 Perfect experience
- 🎨 Vibrant graphics
- 🕹️ Fun ragdoll physics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🗣️ Too many ads
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🔨 Buggy and crashes frequently
- 🤖 Unrealistic character models

**Reported bugs**

- Keeps kicking players out of the game
- Crashes on launch or shortly after
- Issues with saving progress and login

**Requested features**

- Add more maps and environments
- Implement team-based gameplay
- Include more interactive elements
- Introduce more customization options
- Add a train and other vehicles


### Backflip Playground

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backflip-playground/id6755095867)

Perform backflips and jumps to reach goals or defeat opponents in this action-packed game. Enjoy stunning pixel graphics and realistic physics for endless entertainment. Remember, all in-game actions are fictional and should not be replicated.

**Highlights:** Perform backflips and jumps, Reach finish lines, Defeat enemies, Cinematic action, Pixel graphics, Physics effects

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| coin 099 | $0.99 | one-time |
| coin 199 | $1.99 | one-time |
| starter pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| no ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| coin 399 | $3.99 | one-time |
| coin 799 | $7.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Playground 3D! free?

Playground 3D! is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Backflip Playground free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Playground 3D! or Backflip Playground?

Playground 3D! is rated higher. Playground 3D! averages 4.6 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Backflip Playground averages 3.1 from 30 ratings.

### Do Playground 3D! or Backflip Playground have ads?

Both Playground 3D! and Backflip Playground show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Playground 3D! or Backflip Playground?

Playground 3D! ships an update every 2 weeks, and Backflip Playground every 4 weeks. Most recently, Playground 3D! was updated on October 24, 2026 and Backflip Playground 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.*