# Numbers Addict vs Alien Shoot

The clearest difference is rating: Alien Shoot at 5.0 against Numbers Addict's 4.5. Alien Shoot also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 months). Numbers Addict's advantage is ratings volume (75 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Numbers Addict sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Alien Shoot sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Alien Shoot holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Numbers Addict has 75 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 83% of Numbers Addict's written reviews are positive against 100% of Alien Shoot's.

Numbers Addict ships an update every 2 months, Alien Shoot every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and June 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Numbers Addict | Alien Shoot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (75 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/numbers-addict/id438521280/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alien-shoot/id1456517665/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **75** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 82.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 75 MB | 158 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **8.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Baring's Prod](https://appshunter.io/developer/435767757) | [uyo game](https://appshunter.io/developer/873521902) |

## What reviewers say

### Numbers Addict

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/numbers-addict/id438521280)

This addictive puzzle game challenges your basic math skills and mental calculation. Match and detonate numbers in a fast-paced, strategic gameplay experience. Compete with friends and improve your cognitive abilities.

**Highlights:** Addictive puzzle gameplay, Basic math skills practice, Mental calculation challenges, Multiple difficulty levels, Ranking system and achievements, Brain training and focus improvement

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Direct unlock all levels/bubbles | $1.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Highly addictive and engaging gameplay
- 👍 Easy to learn, simple rules
- 🎮 Great mental exercise and brain challenge
- ⏰ No time pressure, play at own pace
- 📈 Multiple difficulty levels and progression

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Black screen freezing issues
- 📱 App crashes after ads display
- ❌ Ads that won't close properly
- 😤 Extreme difficulty spike at level 50

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on black screen requiring reinstall
- Crashes in middle of gameplay
- Game skips, stops, and hesitates during play
- Unexpected app shutdown
- Double moves triggered from single action

**Requested features**

- Undo button for moves
- Intermediate difficulty level between 50 and 100
- Screen rotation option
- Special power-ups like bombs for 3x3 squares
- Older version without dropping numbers


### Alien Shoot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alien-shoot/id1456517665)

A free pixel shooting game where players use quick thinking and judgment to shoot pixel balls, upgrade their spacecraft, and defeat bosses. It offers a challenging and exciting experience suitable for quick breaks and relaxation.

**Highlights:** Free to play, no in-game purchases required, One-handed operation, Challenging pixel ball splitting mechanics, Upgrade spacecraft and weapons, Mysterious Boss battles, Dynamic and clear pixel graphics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove ads | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Numbers Addict free?

Numbers Addict is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Alien Shoot free?

Alien Shoot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Numbers Addict or Alien Shoot?

Alien Shoot is rated higher. Numbers Addict averages 4.5 out of 5 from 75 ratings, while Alien Shoot averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Numbers Addict or Alien Shoot have ads?

Numbers Addict shows ads; Alien Shoot does not.

### Which is updated more often, Numbers Addict or Alien Shoot?

Numbers Addict ships an update every 2 months, and Alien Shoot every 4 days. Most recently, Numbers Addict was updated on September 29, 2026 and Alien Shoot on June 4, 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.*