# BombSquad Remote vs Monkey Ropes

The clearest difference is rating: Monkey Ropes at 4.6 against BombSquad Remote's 3.2. Monkey Ropes also leads on ratings volume (29K vs 585) and update cadence (every 6 weeks vs every 5 months). BombSquad Remote's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Monkey Ropes sells 14 one-off in-app purchases. BombSquad Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Monkey Ropes holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Monkey Ropes has 29K ratings behind it against 585, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 59% of BombSquad Remote's written reviews are positive against 48% of Monkey Ropes's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

BombSquad Remote ships an update every 5 months, Monkey Ropes every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BombSquad Remote | Monkey Ropes |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.2 (585 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bombsquad-remote/id416471850/reviews) | **[4.6 (29K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monkey-ropes/id1240674439/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 585 | **29K** |
| Positive reviews | **58.8% of reviews** | 48.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 6 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 18 MB | 137 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.1** | 12.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eric Froemling](https://appshunter.io/developer/398894174) | [PlaySide](https://appshunter.io/developer/551505830) |

## What reviewers say

### BombSquad Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bombsquad-remote/id416471850)

Transform your iOS device into a wireless controller for an explosive arcade party game. Connect multiple devices to control the action and enhance your gameplay experience.

**Highlights:** Wireless controller for BombSquad, Use iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad, Joystick or tilt mode, Up to 8 devices connect simultaneously, Arcade-style party game controller

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🎉 Fun and addictive game
- 👍 Great for friends and family
- 🎮 Smooth controller experience
- 🔥 Awesome game concept

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔌 Connectivity issues
- 🤖 Lack of mobile version
- 📱 Incompatible with newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Game not loading or crashing
- Connection problems between devices
- Controller issues and unresponsiveness

**Requested features**

- Add mobile version for iOS
- Improve matchmaking and loading times
- Introduce more game modes and levels
- Allow customization of controls


### Monkey Ropes

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monkey-ropes/id1240674439)

Swing through a challenging retro jungle as a monkey, dodging enemies and collecting coins. Unlock over 50 characters and explore diverse environments. Can you escape the jungle's perils?

**Highlights:** Retro swinging gameplay, 50+ unlockable characters, Dodge enemies and obstacles, Explore jungle environments, Collect coins and secret boxes, Challenge Mode

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Jaguars | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sloths | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tigers | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fishy Bits GoldFish | $0.99 | one-time |
| Boulders | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wolves | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sausage Dog | $1.99 | one-time |
| Parrots | $1.99 | one-time |
| RattleSnake | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| First Purchase Package | $2.99 | one-time |
| Dragon | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unicorns | $3.99 | one-time |
| Pride Sheep | $3.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 👍 Cute and creative character designs
- 🤩 Challenging levels and progression
- 🎉 Enjoyable for all ages

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Excessive advertisements
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and crashes
- 😩 Frustratingly difficult at times
- 💰 Lack of free content/characters

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezing or closing when watching ads
- Inconsistent physics and collision detection
- Graphical glitches with certain character models

**Requested features**

- More challenging levels and modes
- Additional characters and customization options
- Ability to play with friends or online
- Reduced advertisements or option to remove them


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BombSquad Remote free?

BombSquad Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Monkey Ropes free?

Monkey Ropes is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BombSquad Remote or Monkey Ropes?

Monkey Ropes is rated higher. BombSquad Remote averages 3.2 out of 5 from 585 ratings, while Monkey Ropes averages 4.6 from 29K ratings.

### Do BombSquad Remote or Monkey Ropes have ads?

Monkey Ropes shows ads; BombSquad Remote does not.

### Which is updated more often, BombSquad Remote or Monkey Ropes?

BombSquad Remote ships an update every 5 months, and Monkey Ropes every 6 weeks. Most recently, BombSquad Remote was updated on September 25, 2026 and Monkey Ropes on September 26, 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.*