# iBomber vs Star Duster

The clearest difference is rating: Star Duster at 5.0 against iBomber's 3.8. Star Duster also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). iBomber's advantage is ratings volume (24 vs 2) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 14.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

iBomber costs $2.99 and Star Duster $2.99 up front. iBomber sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Star Duster asks for nothing beyond the download.

Star Duster holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iBomber has 24 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

iBomber ships an update every 2 months, Star Duster every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iBomber | Star Duster |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| Rating | [3.8 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibomber/id316774112/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-duster/id1539341529/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **24** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 81.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#154** |
| Size | 144 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 14.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cobra Mobile Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/290142990) | [Beardybird AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1164888655) |

## What reviewers say

### iBomber

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibomber/id316774112)

Experience intense arcade-style aerial combat in this classic bombing game set in the Pacific during WWII. Pilot a bomber to protect your fleet and destroy enemy targets on land and sea across multiple missions.

**Highlights:** Arcade-style bombing gameplay, Pacific WWII setting, Protect fleet missions, Destroy enemy targets, Multiple bomb types, Detailed graphics and sound

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mission Pack 1 | $0.99 | one-time |


### Star Duster

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/star-duster/id1539341529)

**Currently charting:** #154 Top Paid · Casual (US App Store)

Experience a retro-inspired arcade challenge that harks back to the 80s. Control your character through unique gameplay mechanics, including physical head movements via push-ups, and enjoy an immersive soundscape. Compete for high scores across two distinct game modes.

**Highlights:** Two distinct game modes, High score lists, Head control via push-ups (iOS), Retro 80s aesthetic, Immersive soundscape

**Features:** Apple Watch app, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iBomber free?

iBomber costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Star Duster free?

Star Duster costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, iBomber or Star Duster?

Star Duster is rated higher. iBomber averages 3.8 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Star Duster averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do iBomber or Star Duster have ads?

Neither iBomber nor Star Duster shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iBomber or Star Duster?

iBomber ships an update every 2 months, and Star Duster every 3 weeks. Most recently, iBomber was updated on September 29, 2026 and Star Duster on September 21, 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.*