# Tiny Tower vs Apple Knight

Tiny Tower and Apple Knight both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 86% of Apple Knight's written reviews are positive against 76% of Tiny Tower's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tiny Tower sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and Apple Knight sells 13 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Tiny Tower against 4.7 for Apple Knight. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55K and 23K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 76% of Tiny Tower's written reviews are positive against 86% of Apple Knight's.

Tiny Tower ships an update every 3 weeks, Apple Knight monthly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tiny Tower | Apple Knight |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (55K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-tower-tap-idle-evolution/id422667065/reviews) | [4.7 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apple-knight/id1486055730/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **55K** | 23K |
| Positive reviews | 76.1% of reviews | **86.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#65** | #187 |
| Size | 477 MB | 149 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [NimbleBit LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/285808572) | [Limitless LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1472819763) |

## What reviewers say

### Tiny Tower

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tiny-tower-tap-idle-evolution/id422667065)

**Currently charting:** #65 Top Grossing · Family, #96 Top Free · Family (US App Store)

Build and manage your own pixel-art skyscraper, inviting unique residents and assigning them jobs to grow your tower's economy. Interact with friends, trade residents, and explore their creations in this charming idle simulation game.

**Highlights:** Build unique skyscraper floors, Invite and manage charming bitizens, Assign jobs to bitizens, Collect earnings and reinvest, Upgrade the elevator, Connect and trade with friends, Explore BitBook social network

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chain Offer Tier 1 | $0.99 | one-time |
| pack of 10 Tower Bux | $0.99 | one-time |
| Tiny Bux Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Piggy Bank Contents | $2.99 | one-time |
| pack of 100 Tower Bux | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Bux Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Dice Roll - Tier 4 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Giant Bux Pack (50% OFF!) | $14.99 | one-time |
| 500 Tower Bux | $19.99 | one-time |
| VIP Package (50% OFF!) | $19.99 | one-time |
| pack of 1,000 Tower Bux | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ⭐ Timeless game
- ⭐ Addictive and fun
- ⭐ Customizable and personalized
- ⭐ Doesn't require internet or ads
- ⭐ Great customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- ⏱️ Slow progression and high costs
- 📺 Too many ads and in-app purchases
- 🤖 Cluttered and confusing UI
- 🔍 Lack of social features and interaction

**Reported bugs**

- Losing progress and tower data
- Ads not rewarding the promised bux
- Issues with restoring old towers

**Requested features**

- More customization options for bitizens and floors
- Ability to move bitizens between floors
- Increased chances of winning golden tickets
- More mini-games and interactive elements
- Better social features to connect with friends


### Apple Knight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apple-knight/id1486055730)

**Currently charting:** #187 Top Free · Family (US App Store)

Embark on a 2D action platformer adventure with precise controls and stunning animations. Explore vast levels, uncover secrets, and battle formidable foes. Upgrade your gear and abilities to become a legendary hero.

**Highlights:** Precise touch controls, Explore vast levels with secrets, Battle bosses and enemies, Upgrade armor, pets, and weapons, Endless Adventure mode, Customizable control layouts

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Bag of Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| Night Assassin | $1.99 | one-time |
| Platinum Armor | $2.99 | one-time |
| Golden Armor | $2.99 | one-time |
| Skeleton Warrior | $2.99 | one-time |
| Elite Ninja | $3.99 | one-time |
| Box of Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pirate | $4.99 | one-time |
| Viking | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium + Viking Skin | $4.99 | one-time |
| Big Box of Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Premium Skins: 50% off | $9.99 | one-time |
| Unlock All Skins - 50% off | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Smooth gameplay
- 🎨 Excellent pixel art and graphics
- 🕹️ Responsive and customizable controls
- 🔥 Fun and challenging platforming
- 💰 Fair monetization with optional ads

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🕹️ Small and cramped control buttons
- 🔁 Repetitive level design
- 🕰️ Slow progression without paid upgrades

**Reported bugs**

- Ads not pausing the game during revives
- Floating glitch with movable crates
- Inconsistent enemy behavior

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode
- Level editor and sharing
- More enemy variety
- Larger control buttons
- Offline coin earning


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tiny Tower free?

Tiny Tower is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Apple Knight free?

Apple Knight is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tiny Tower or Apple Knight?

Tiny Tower and Apple Knight are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 55K and 23K ratings respectively.

### Do Tiny Tower or Apple Knight have ads?

Both Tiny Tower and Apple Knight show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tiny Tower or Apple Knight?

Tiny Tower ships an update every 3 weeks, and Apple Knight monthly. Most recently, Tiny Tower was updated on September 25, 2026 and Apple Knight on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Tiny Tower or Apple Knight?

Tiny Tower currently peaks at #65 in the App Store charts, and Apple Knight at #187. 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.*