Comparison

Tank Hero vs Vector Classic

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

Head to head
About

Tank Hero

Engage in fast-paced 3D tank combat across dangerous arenas. Utilize a variety of weapons to defeat cunning AI enemies and progress through numerous levels. Experience immersive graphics and multiple game modes.

Highlights
  • Fast-paced 3D tank action
  • 120 levels across three worlds
  • Multiple game modes (Campaign, Survival, Time Trial)
  • Variety of weapons (cannons, heat seekers, grenades)
  • Six AI tank types to battle
  • Beautiful 3D graphics
Features
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Battle through dangerous arenas and become the Tank Hero! Fast paced 3D tank action on your iPhone. Take out your enemies with cannons, heat seekers, grenades, and howitzers. Battle against cunning enemies and become the Tank Hero! Played by over 10 million users around the world, Tank Hero is now available for iOS devices with new and improved graphics and gameplay. FEATURES: * Beautiful 3D graphics with realtime shadows and dynamic lighting * 120 levels spanning three unique worlds * 3 game modes: Campaign, Survival, and Time Trial * 6 weapons to choose from * 6 types of AI tanks to fight against * 3 control schemes to match your gaming style Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=clapfoot Join us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/clapfoot NOT COMPATIBLE WITH THE FOLLOWING IOS DEVICES: - 1st or 2nd generation IPod Touch - Original 1st generation iPhone - iPhone 3G

About

Vector Classic

Experience a thrilling arcade-style game where you embody a free runner escaping a totalitarian regime. Utilize parkour-inspired moves to navigate rooftops and evade capture. With intuitive controls and challenging levels, this game offers an exciting chase.

Highlights
  • Parkour-inspired action gameplay
  • Arcade-style chase mechanics
  • Intuitive controls
  • Sophisticated level designs
  • Over 40 challenging levels
  • Lifelike parkour animations
Features
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The best parkour-inspired action game is now available! Vector lets you break free and run! Don't get caught! Vector is an exciting, arcade-style game featuring you as the exceptional free runner who won’t be held down by the system. The game opens with a view into a totalitarian world where freedom and individually is nothing more than a distant dream. But the heart of a freerunner is strong, and you soon break free. Run, vault, slide and climb using extraordinary techniques based on the urban ninja sport of Parkour all while being chased by “Big Brother” who’s sole purpose is to capture you and bring you back. Inspired by the practice and principles of Parkour, Vector’s intuitive controls please players of all levels, and sophisticated level designs challenge the most demanding players with fast-paced timing puzzles as the traceur “flows” over the dystopian rooftops. Game Features: - Arcade gameplay from the makers of the Shadow Fight games - Astoundingly lifelike Parkour-inspired moves made possible by Cascadeur animation tools - 40+ challenging levels - Quick to learn, challenging to master The Press Loves Vector: “The way Vector mimics the movements of real-life parkour practitioners is quite impressive... I can’t wait to be entrapped in Vector’s promising mix of direction and magnitude.” (appadvice.com) “Vector is thrilling, rich in variety and it reminds us of Stick Run, but offers much more elaborate animations.” (fbgamer.de) "The only cool way to run from all your problems." (Gamezebo.com)

Screenshots

Tank Hero4 screens
Vector Classic4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Tank Hero at none against Vector Classic's 10. Tank Hero also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (76% vs 55%). Vector Classic's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.7) and chart position (#6 vs #30). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and device support 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

Tank Hero costs $0.99 and Vector Classic $0.99 up front. Vector Classic sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Tank Hero asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Vector Classic holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1.5K and 2.8K respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 76% of Tank Hero's written reviews are positive against 55% of Vector Classic's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tank Hero ships an update every 8 months, Vector Classic every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
Tank Hero versus Vector Classic: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTank HeroVector Classic
Price$0.99$0.99
Rating4.7 (1.5K ratings)4.9 (2.8K ratings) — better
Positive reviews76.2% of reviews — better55.3% of reviews
Number of ratings1.5K2.8K — better
Update frequencyEvery 8 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank#30#6 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS9.2 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size16 MB237 MB
Age rating9+9+
DeveloperClapfoot Inc.Nekki Limited

Customer experience

Tank Hero

All ratings1,534 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative3.2%
Written reviews378 reviews
Positive76.2%
Neutral6.9%
Negative16.9%

Vector Classic

All ratings2,848 ratings
Positive97.3%
Neutral0.7%
Negative2.0%
Written reviews1,303 reviews
Positive55.3%
Neutral5.8%
Negative39.0%

User reviews

Tank Hero

From 1.5K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Fun and addictive gameplay
  • 🚀 Simple but effective controls
  • 💎 Great value for money
  • 🎮 Nostalgic and reminiscent of classic tank games
  • 🎨 Decent graphics and visuals

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
  • 🕹️ Frustrating controls at times
  • 🔁 Repetitive gameplay after a while
  • 🆕 Lack of updates and new content
  • 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices

Vector Classic

From 2.8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🎮 Nostalgic and addictive gameplay
  • 🎨 Stylish visuals and smooth animations
  • 🏃‍♂️ Thrilling parkour experience
  • 💯 Best mobile parkour game

Room to improve

  • 🕹️ Unresponsive controls
  • 🔍 Difficult to complete levels perfectly
  • 💰 Ads in a paid game
  • 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs

Bugs and requests

Tank Hero

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Crashes and freezes on certain devices
  • Achievements not unlocking properly
  • Difficulty spikes in later levels
  • Sound issues on some platforms

Requested features

5 requests
  • Multiplayer mode
  • More levels and worlds
  • Weapon and tank upgrades
  • Improved graphics and visuals
  • Customization options

Vector Classic

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Game crashes on launch or during loading
  • Trick activation not working as expected
  • Levels not loading or progressing properly
  • Incompatibility with newer iOS versions

Requested features

4 requests
  • Checkpoint system to avoid restarting levels
  • Endless mode or level creator
  • More customization options for the character
  • Ability to play own music in the background

In-app purchases

None

Tank Hero

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

Vector Classic

One-time10
  • 2.000 coins$0.99
  • 5,000 Coins$0.99
  • 10,000 Coins$1.99
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  • 6.000 coins$2.99
  • 15,000 Coins$2.99
  • 10.000 coins$4.99
  • 25,000 Coins$4.99
  • 22.000 coins$9.99
  • 55,000 Coins$9.99
  • 85,000 Coins$14.99

Questions

Is Tank Hero free?
Tank Hero costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Vector Classic free?
Vector Classic costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tank Hero or Vector Classic?
Vector Classic is rated higher. Tank Hero averages 4.7 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while Vector Classic averages 4.9 from 2.8K ratings.
Do Tank Hero or Vector Classic have ads?
Vector Classic shows ads; Tank Hero does not.
Which is updated more often, Tank Hero or Vector Classic?
Tank Hero ships an update every 8 months, and Vector Classic every 4 months. Most recently, Tank Hero was updated on October 16, 2026 and Vector Classic on October 17, 2026.
Which is more popular, Tank Hero or Vector Classic?
Tank Hero currently peaks at #30 in the App Store charts, and Vector Classic at #6. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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