Comparison

Jutsu Simulator vs Dots (Pixel Art)

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

Head to head
About

Jutsu Simulator

Experience iconic ninja abilities with realistic simulations of powerful jutsus. Create iconic attacks like Rasengan, Chidori, and Rasenshuriken, and even activate legendary Sharingan eyes. Perfect for fans and cosplayers looking to bring their favorite anime moments to life.

Highlights
  • Simulate Rasengan and Kyuubi Rasengan
  • Create Fuuton Rasenshuriken
  • Perform Chidori
  • Activate Sharingan and Mangekyou Sharingan
  • Simulate Katon Goukakyuu no Jutsu
  • Includes Amaterasu
Features
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Become the ninja. Form the hand signs, shake your device, and unleash explosive energy and elemental techniques — with stunning animations, real sound effects, and haptic feedback you can feel. Jutsu Simulator turns your phone into a ninja arsenal. Each technique is hand-crafted with layered particle effects, immersive audio, and vibration that reacts to every cast. — TECHNIQUES — • Spiral Orb — a swirling sphere of pure energy (A-Rank) • Lightning Palm — a piercing bolt of focused power (A-Rank) • Wind Shuriken — a razor storm of wind (S-Rank) • Fire Breath — scorch the screen in flame (C-Rank) — FEATURES — • Shake-to-cast motion controls — move like a real ninja • Cinematic 60fps animations built for smooth performance • Authentic sound effects for every technique • Haptic feedback that makes each jutsu feel alive • Unlock higher-rank techniques as you progress • Step-by-step tutorials for every hand sign • Full English and Portuguese support • Dark, immersive interface Whether you're an anime fan, a ninja at heart, or just love satisfying energy effects, Jutsu Simulator puts elemental power in the palm of your hand. Train. Cast. Master every technique. Download now and begin your ninja journey.

About

Dots (Pixel Art)

Create pixel art easily by selecting colors and filling dots. Share your creations directly to social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter.

Highlights
  • Pixel art drawing
  • Color selection
  • Dot filling
  • Social media sharing
  • Simple interface
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Draw pixel art with Dots. If you are a pixel art lover, you shouldn't miss Dots! Dots doesn't have complex features. It totally focused on real pixel-art. Select a color and fill dots with it. It's so simple and easy! #DotsApp

Screenshots

Jutsu Simulator4 screens
Dots (Pixel Art)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Jutsu Simulator at 4.7 against Dots (Pixel Art)'s 3.4. Jutsu Simulator also leads on ratings volume (58 vs 15) and price ($1.99 vs $2.99). Dots (Pixel Art)'s advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On review sentiment, update cadence, monetization model 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

Jutsu Simulator costs $1.99 and Dots (Pixel Art) $2.99 up front. Jutsu Simulator sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Dots (Pixel Art) asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Jutsu Simulator holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 58 and 15 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 77% of Jutsu Simulator's written reviews are positive against 82% of Dots (Pixel Art)'s, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Jutsu Simulator ships an update every 5 weeks, Dots (Pixel Art) every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Jutsu Simulator versus Dots (Pixel Art): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJutsu SimulatorDots (Pixel Art)
Price$1.99 — better$2.99
Rating4.7 (58 ratings) — better3.4 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews77.0% of reviews82.1% of reviews — better
Number of ratings58 — better15
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.1 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size52 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHitoshi Seki Yanaguibashixiles

Customer experience

Jutsu Simulator

All ratings57 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral3.5%
Negative1.8%
Written reviews165 reviews
Positive77.0%
Neutral12.7%
Negative10.3%

Dots (Pixel Art)

All ratings15 ratings
Positive53.3%
Neutral20.0%
Negative26.7%
Written reviews123 reviews
Positive82.1%
Neutral8.9%
Negative8.9%

Bugs and requests

Jutsu Simulator

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Dots (Pixel Art)

Reported bugs

14 issues
  • Undo button doesn't work all the time
  • Undo skips around in history
  • App crashes on older devices
  • Duplicate feature doesn't always work
  • App cannot be opened after update
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  • Moving layer outside canvas loses work
  • Merge layers undo loses a layer
  • Fill tool issues (double tap)
  • Picture disappears when moved
  • Imported images are pixelated
  • Exported images look fuzzy
  • Saving to photo library lowers quality
  • Line of pixels appears when zooming
  • Internet connection required, otherwise crashes

Requested features

34 requests
  • Organize drawings into folders
  • Eyedropper tool
  • Copy and paste for layers
  • Select colors from imported image
  • Larger canvas size
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  • Export file showing grid
  • Animation support
  • Custom image sizes
  • Selection tool for moving parts
  • Shape tool
  • Adjustable grid or more grid sizes
  • 256x256 size option
  • Layer opacity for GIFs
  • Brush tools with multiple widths and shades
  • User input for custom grid dimensions
  • Transparent background option
  • Fill button
  • 8x8 option for Minecraft
  • Easier way to store favorite colors
  • Number input for precise color selection
  • Save to camera roll as PNG and GIF
  • More export options
  • Custom resolutions
  • Direct export to Dropbox
  • Key in color codes manually
  • Eraser tool for transparent backgrounds
  • 16x16 resolution option
  • Save in GIF format
  • Layer support
  • Higher resolution export
  • Toggle grid option
  • Paint bucket tool
  • Change pencil size
  • More tools beyond pencil

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Jutsu Simulator

One-time3
  • Mangekyou Sharingan + Amaterasu Pack$0.99
  • Remove Ads$2.99
  • Shinobi Pack$9.99
None

Dots (Pixel Art)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Jutsu Simulator free?
Jutsu Simulator costs $1.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Dots (Pixel Art) free?
Dots (Pixel Art) costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Jutsu Simulator or Dots (Pixel Art)?
Jutsu Simulator is rated higher. Jutsu Simulator averages 4.7 out of 5 from 58 ratings, while Dots (Pixel Art) averages 3.4 from 15 ratings.
Do Jutsu Simulator or Dots (Pixel Art) have ads?
Jutsu Simulator shows ads; Dots (Pixel Art) does not.
Which is updated more often, Jutsu Simulator or Dots (Pixel Art)?
Jutsu Simulator ships an update every 5 weeks, and Dots (Pixel Art) every 3 weeks. Most recently, Jutsu Simulator was updated on October 24, 2026 and Dots (Pixel Art) on October 24, 2026.

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