# WORMS vs Kingdom Rush Origins TD

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Kingdom Rush Origins TD at 88% against WORMS's 38%. Kingdom Rush Origins TD also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.1) and ratings volume (14K vs 87). WORMS's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and price ($1.99 vs $2.99). On update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

WORMS costs $1.99 and Kingdom Rush Origins TD $2.99 up front. WORMS sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Kingdom Rush Origins TD sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Kingdom Rush Origins TD holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kingdom Rush Origins TD has 14K ratings behind it against 87, 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 88% of Kingdom Rush Origins TD's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WORMS | Kingdom Rush Origins TD |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$1.99** | $2.99 |
| Rating | [3.1 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worms/id321369231/reviews) | **[4.9 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kingdom-rush-origins-td/id904737816/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 87 | **14K** |
| Positive reviews | 37.9% of reviews | **88.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | #156 | **#48** |
| Size | 242 MB | 211 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Team17 Digital Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/321369234) | [Ironhide S.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/558612918) |

## What reviewers say

### WORMS

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

**Currently charting:** #156 Top Paid · Strategy, #162 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


### Kingdom Rush Origins TD

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kingdom-rush-origins-td/id904737816)

**Currently charting:** #48 Top Paid · Action, #51 Top Paid · Strategy, #149 Top Paid · Games (US App Store)

Command an elven army in this epic tower defense prequel. Build powerful towers, train legendary heroes, and battle waves of enemies across mystical lands. Features new units, spells, and challenging boss fights.

**Highlights:** New elven towers and troops, 8 specialized tower upgrades with 18 abilities, 16 legendary heroes to train and upgrade, 30 new enemy types and epic boss battles, 70+ achievements and three difficulty modes, Offline play capability

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reg'son | $1.99 | one-time |
| Prince Denas | $2.99 | one-time |
| Bravebark | $4.99 | one-time |
| Xin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Vez'nan | $4.99 | one-time |
| Special Offer Faustus | $4.99 | one-time |
| Bruce | $4.99 | one-time |
| Faustus | $6.99 | one-time |
| Phoenix | $6.99 | one-time |
| Wilbur | $6.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth gameplay
- 👍 Balanced towers and heroes
- 💎 Great visuals and art style
- 🤩 Addictive and fun
- 🎨 Unique and creative levels

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for heroes
- 🕰️ Slow progression without paid heroes
- 🤏 Small screen size on mobile devices
- 🔇 Audio issues on newer iOS versions

**Reported bugs**

- Save data disappearing
- Unresponsive controls
- Crashes on certain levels
- Purchased heroes not working

**Requested features**

- More free hero unlocks
- Ability to adjust game speed
- Improved save/load functionality
- Full screen support for tablets
- Expanded end-game content


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WORMS free?

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

### Is Kingdom Rush Origins TD free?

Kingdom Rush Origins TD costs $2.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, WORMS or Kingdom Rush Origins TD?

Kingdom Rush Origins TD is rated higher. WORMS averages 3.1 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while Kingdom Rush Origins TD averages 4.9 from 14K ratings.

### Do WORMS or Kingdom Rush Origins TD have ads?

Kingdom Rush Origins TD shows ads; WORMS does not.

### Which is updated more often, WORMS or Kingdom Rush Origins TD?

WORMS ships an update every 2 months, and Kingdom Rush Origins TD every 2 months. Most recently, WORMS was updated on October 24, 2026 and Kingdom Rush Origins TD on October 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, WORMS or Kingdom Rush Origins TD?

WORMS currently peaks at #156 in the App Store charts, and Kingdom Rush Origins TD at #48. 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.*