# WORMS vs Backflip Madness

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Backflip Madness at 82% against WORMS's 38%. Backflip Madness also leads on rating (4.5 vs 3.1) and in-app purchases (none vs 2). WORMS's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 5 months) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 15.6). On ads there is nothing between them.

WORMS costs $1.99 and Backflip Madness $0.99 up front. WORMS sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Backflip Madness asks for nothing beyond the download.

Backflip Madness holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Backflip Madness has 13K ratings behind it against 86, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 38% of WORMS's written reviews are positive against 82% of Backflip Madness's.

WORMS ships an update every 2 months, Backflip Madness every 5 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WORMS | Backflip Madness |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **$0.99** |
| Rating | [3.1 (86 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worms/id321369231/reviews) | **[4.5 (13K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backflip-madness/id564874986/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 86 | **13K** |
| Positive reviews | 37.9% of reviews | **82.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 5 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | #103 | **#29** |
| Size | 242 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Team17 Digital Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/321369234) | [Gamesoul Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/438126657) |

## What reviewers say

### WORMS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worms/id321369231)

**Currently charting:** #103 Top Paid · Strategy, #116 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

Engage in hilarious, turn-based strategic combat with a team of customizable worms. Utilize a vast arsenal of comical weapons to outwit opponents in diverse environments. Enjoy single-player challenges or multiplayer mayhem with friends.

**Highlights:** Authentic Worms gameplay, Single player and multiplayer modes, Team customization, Variety of comical weapons, 50 challenges with unlockables, Randomized battlefields, Bluetooth multiplayer

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Forts Mode | $0.99 | one-time |
| Golden Donkey | $0.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Classic Worms gameplay
- 🎨 Good graphics
- 💰 Good value for money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🎮 Problematic controls and camera
- 🔍 Small worms and screen
- 🔋 Battery drain

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on certain levels
- Controls not responsive
- Graphical glitches

**Requested features**

- Online/Bluetooth multiplayer
- More customization options
- Level editor
- Campaign mode
- Improved zoom and camera controls


### Backflip Madness

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/backflip-madness/id564874986)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Paid · Casual, #78 Top Paid · Action (US App Store)

Perform spectacular tricks and stunts in this fast-paced extreme sports game. Master parkour acrobatics, execute multiple backflips, and compete for high scores. Enjoy realistic physics and unlock achievements.

**Highlights:** Multiple backflips and locations, Parkour/Free running acrobatics, Realistic ragdoll physics, Achievements and leaderboards, Action replay

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Addictive gameplay
- 👍 Fun and challenging
- 🎨 Unique control scheme
- 🤸‍♂️ Realistic backflipping physics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🕰️ Limited number of levels
- 🔁 Repetitive after completing levels
- 🎨 Basic graphics

**Reported bugs**

- Replay feature not working
- Compatibility issues with newer iOS versions
- Inconsistent landing detection

**Requested features**

- More levels and obstacles
- Ability to save and share replays
- More character customization options
- Additional backflip types and moves
- Multiplayer or competitive modes


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WORMS free?

WORMS costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is Backflip Madness free?

Backflip Madness costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WORMS or Backflip Madness?

Backflip Madness is rated higher. WORMS averages 3.1 out of 5 from 86 ratings, while Backflip Madness averages 4.5 from 13K ratings.

### Do WORMS or Backflip Madness have ads?

Neither WORMS nor Backflip Madness shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WORMS or Backflip Madness?

WORMS ships an update every 2 months, and Backflip Madness every 5 months. Most recently, WORMS was updated on October 19, 2026 and Backflip Madness on October 18, 2026.

### Which is more popular, WORMS or Backflip Madness?

WORMS currently peaks at #103 in the App Store charts, and Backflip Madness at #29. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*