Comparison

SinkSub vs Boom Mania

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

Head to head
About

SinkSub

Control a mine sweeper, dropping depth charges to destroy submarines and avoid enemy weapons. Master intuitive controls to navigate action-packed levels and adapt your strategy against increasing threats. Can you clear all the mines and submarines?

Highlights
  • Drop depth charges
  • Destroy submarines
  • Dodge enemy weapons
  • Avoid float mines and missiles
  • 50 challenging levels
  • Three play modes
  • Earn navy ranks
Features
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New in 2.1 + Minor improvements * * * * * "Most Downloaded App - All categories", SinkSub - Deep Sweep LITE, Jan '09 Sweden+ many more countries... * * * * * SinkSub is a classic game now available on your mobile. The game play is easy to pick up, but a real challenge to master! Control the mine sweeper and drop depth charges at the right time and place, while dodging the enemies' intelligent weapons. Destroy all the submarines and avoid the float mines, missiles, target seeking bombs and more! Adapt your bombing strategies to meet the increasing threat from the enemies. Spread your depth charges using the thrower, and always take out the most dangerous enemies first! With intuitive controls, tilt, tap and swipe to release and throw depth charges and sweep your way through the action packed levels. + 50 levels with challenging enemies + Three play modes, Easy - Medium - Hard + 18 authentic navy ranks to reach + Great sound effects + theme music

About

Boom Mania

Embark on a pixel-art adventure inspired by classic bomber games. Blast through explosive worlds, rescue friends, and upgrade your gear in this single-player campaign. Enjoy strategic fun with satisfying explosions and challenging enemies.

Highlights
  • Classic bomber gameplay
  • Boss battles
  • Gear upgrades
  • Procedurally generated levels
  • Retro pixel art style
  • Controller support
Features
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Ready to become the greatest goblin bomber of all time? In Boom Mania, a premium pixel-art adventure inspired by the timeless Bomberman formula, you’ll blast your way through 9 explosive worlds to rescue your friends from the clutches of the evil lord Xaraxas. This is the Bomber-style single-player campaign you've always wanted—packed with satisfying explosions, tricky enemies, and handcrafted pixel charm. Whether you're a seasoned bomber or new to the genre, Boom Mania delivers fast, strategic fun at your fingertips. Game Features: Classic Bomber Gameplay – Smooth, precise controls optimized for touchscreens (choose between a virtual D-pad or analog stick). Boss Battles – Test your skills against mighty foes in challenging boss fights. Upgrade Your Gear – Unlock powerful bombs, magical items, and sturdy armor. Stars & Objectives – Complete challenges in every level to earn stars and new gear. Procedurally Generated Levels – Every playthrough feels fresh and unpredictable. Retro Pixel Style – Explore vibrant, handcrafted environments filled with charm. Arena Challenges – Face off against clever AI in special bonus levels. Controller Support – Plug in a Bluetooth controller and play the old-school way. One Price, No Ads, No Hassle – Pay once, play forever. No microtransactions. Jump into the action, master your arsenal, and carve your name into goblin legend!

Screenshots

SinkSub4 screens
Boom Mania4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Boom Mania at 3.7 against SinkSub's 2.9. Boom Mania also leads on update cadence (every 3 months vs every 11 months). SinkSub's advantage is monetization model (free vs paid) and review sentiment (91% vs 67%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

SinkSub costs $1.99 and Boom Mania $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Boom Mania holds the better App Store score, 3.7 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SinkSub has 56 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 91% of SinkSub's written reviews are positive against 67% of Boom Mania's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SinkSub ships an update every 11 months, Boom Mania every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
SinkSub versus Boom Mania: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSinkSubBoom Mania
Price$1.99$1.99
Rating2.9 (56 ratings)3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews91.2% of reviews — better66.7% of reviews
Number of ratings56 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 11 monthsEvery 3 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB61 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperWihlborg EntertainmentCGE Digital s.r.o.

Customer experience

SinkSub

All ratings56 ratings
Positive37.5%
Neutral16.1%
Negative46.4%
Written reviews57 reviews
Positive91.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.8%

Boom Mania

All ratings3 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%

Bugs and requests

SinkSub

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game freezes constantly
  • Cannot open application
  • Game freezes after round 11
  • Ship won't move after freezing

Requested features

8 requests
  • Add more levels
  • More missiles/power-ups
  • Option to play without high scores
  • Unlockable weapons/upgrades
  • Add a storyline
Show 3 more
  • More game modes
  • Move pause button to bottom
  • Improve control sensitivity for mines

Boom Mania

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

SinkSub

No in-app purchases

None

Boom Mania

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SinkSub free?
SinkSub costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Boom Mania free?
Boom Mania costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SinkSub or Boom Mania?
Boom Mania is rated higher. SinkSub averages 2.9 out of 5 from 56 ratings, while Boom Mania averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.
Do SinkSub or Boom Mania have ads?
Neither SinkSub nor Boom Mania shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SinkSub or Boom Mania?
SinkSub ships an update every 11 months, and Boom Mania every 3 months. Most recently, SinkSub was updated on November 7, 2026 and Boom Mania on November 3, 2026.

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