Comparison

Prize Claw vs Hero Claw

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Prize Claw

Experience the thrill of arcade claw machines on your mobile device. Maneuver the claw to grab a variety of prizes, collect coins and gems, and trade them for bonuses. Upgrade your claw, unlock new powers, and complete challenging missions to expand your collection.

Highlights
  • Collect over 60 unique prizes
  • Multiple machines with different prizes and powers
  • Complete machine-specific puzzles
  • 3D graphics with customizable machines
  • Challenging missions for bonus prizes
  • Daily bonuses and rewards
Features
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Welcome to Prize Claw, from the makers of the smash-hit free casual game Coin Dozer! For years, you've been going to the arcade, carnival, or theme park, trading cash for the chance to grab toys and candy with a motorized claw. Claw games are filled with tense moments of maneuvering the crane into place, wondering if you’re lucky enough to get that toy, coupled with the triumph of your prize dropping through the slot! Prize Claw recreates that happy experience for women and men of all ages – no trip to the casino to play the slots needed – on your iPhone while adding many exciting new features! Step up to the machine and maneuver the claw to grab coins, gems, a stuffed animal, cars, dolls, and much more! This game is much more than the standard grabbing you get from arcade crane machines, however: Prize Claw is filled with all sorts of unique items, powerful effects and challenging missions. Special gems grant an effect to enhance your collection power, and you can trade the prizes you collect for extra special bonuses. Prizes aren't the only thing you can trade in: the coins you collect can be spent to upgrade your claw, activate new powers, and even customize your machine! If you run out of grabs, don't fret! It won't take long before you receive more. Keep checking back to complete your collection, increase your skill with the grabber, reach a higher level, and unlock more stuff! Features: • More than 60 prizes to collect – toy cars, a stuffed mouse, and much more! • Multiple machines to play on with different prizes, powers and looks! • A special puzzle to complete for each machine! • New 3D graphics with customizable machines, claws, and joysticks! • Simple to play, but with tons of challenging missions to earn a bonus prize! • Earn extra bonuses for playing every day! • Huge variety of bonuses and effects! Stay tuned for future updates! Also try out the other Game Circus titles like COIN DOZER and PAPLINKO! Prize Claw is a free game that is supported by the ads we and others display. To do this, we work with a variety of online advertising partners who collect data from users of our games and other games to show you ads that are relevant to your interests. Do not install or launch our games unless you consent to this use and sharing of data, as further explained in our Privacy Policy (http://gamecircus.com/privacy-policy/).

About

Hero Claw

Assemble a squad of heroes and equip them using a unique claw machine mechanic in this roguelike auto-battler. Strategize hero upgrades and face challenging enemies in diverse arenas to achieve victory.

Highlights
  • Unlock and build hero squads
  • Claw machine equipment mechanic
  • Auto-battle action
  • Tactical hero upgrades
  • Challenging enemies and bosses
  • Variety of arenas
Features
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Squad Fight is a captivating roguelike mobile game that blends strategic decision-making with thrilling auto-battle action. Assemble a squad of heroes, gear them up using a unique claw machine mechanic, and watch them dominate in dynamic, enemy-filled arenas! Game Features: - Unlock and Build Your Squad: Progress through the game to unlock a variety of heroes using gems. Each hero has unique abilities and traits that can turn the tide of battle. - Claw Machine Equipment Mechanic: Take control of the claw machine to equip your heroes before battle. Choose your gear wisely—each item can make a big difference in your squad’s performance. - Auto-Battle Action: Sit back and strategize as your heroes fight automatically, relying on their skills and equipment to overcome waves of enemies. It’s your preparation that decides the outcome. - Tactical Hero Upgrades: Power up your heroes by enhancing their abilities and creating synergies that ensure success in even the toughest battles. - Challenging Enemies and Bosses: Face off against an array of foes, each with their own combat styles, strengths, and weaknesses. Learn to adapt and overcome. - Variety of Arenas: Battle in beautifully designed arenas, each with its own hazards, layouts, and strategic opportunities. Prepare your squad, grab the gear you need with precision, and let the auto-battles unfold in Squad Fight. Do you have what it takes to master the claw and lead your heroes to victory?

Screenshots

Prize Claw3 screens
Hero Claw4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Prize Claw at 4.3 against Hero Claw's 2.0. Prize Claw also leads on ratings volume (1.9K vs 1). Hero Claw's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Prize Claw sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Hero Claw asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Prize Claw holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Prize Claw has 1.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

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Prize Claw versus Hero Claw: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPrize ClawHero Claw
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (1.9K ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews72.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.9K — better1
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.012.0
Further details — not scored
Size227 MB156 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperGame Circus Studios, LLCRedPill GmbH

Bugs and requests

Prize Claw

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Grabs not regenerating properly when offline
  • Missions and progress not saving correctly
  • Claw movement issues and glitches
  • Compatibility problems on iPhone X and newer

Requested features

4 requests
  • More frequent updates and new content
  • Ability to purchase grabs with in-game currency
  • Improved compatibility with newer devices
  • Option to disable intrusive advertisements

Hero Claw

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Prize Claw

One-time10
  • Removes Advertisement$0.99
  • Get 25 Grabs$0.99
  • Get 1500 Coins$2.99
Show 7 more
  • Get 500 Coins$3.99
  • Get 150 Grabs$4.99
  • Unlocks Space Machine$8.99
  • Get 350 Grabs$9.99
  • Coins 5000$14.99
  • Get 850 Grabs$19.99
  • Get 1000 Grabs$19.99
None

Hero Claw

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Prize Claw free?
Prize Claw is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Hero Claw free?
Hero Claw is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Prize Claw or Hero Claw?
Prize Claw is rated higher. Prize Claw averages 4.3 out of 5 from 1.9K ratings, while Hero Claw averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Prize Claw or Hero Claw have ads?
Both Prize Claw and Hero Claw show ads.

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